by Lori Nixon Bethea (Author), Wilton Jackson (Illustrator)
Riley's Worry Away is the first book in a brand new series of children's books dedicated to issues that children often face. The main character Riley is having a difficult time managing her worries. Riley experiences many failed attempts at getting rid of her worries by herself, until she eventually finds the best way to deal with her worries. This book is an excellent tool to teach children about how they can conquer their worries and not allow worry to rule over them. After reading this book, children ages 5-8 will be able to understand the concept of worry, learn how they can manage their worries, and identify that they are not alone. This book can also be utilized by parents and teachers as a resource, to assist them in identifying signs and symptoms of anxiety displayed by children.