Emily Grace and the What-Ifs A Story for Children About Nighttime Fears

by Gehring, Lisa B.; Flath, Regina

• ISBN13: 9781433821066
• ISBN10: 1433821060
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2016-03-14
• Publisher: Magination Press

Summary

This book is a guide to showing children how to face their fears and self-soothe.

Bedtime is a trigger for many kids. Fears about going to bed, worries that seem only to appear at bedtime, attempts to sleep with parents, and pleas for a parent to stay until they fall asleep are common. Having a predictable routine and being available most nights at bedtime is necessary for your child’s well-being; however, it is also important for children to learn how to self-soothe. The good news is that children can learn to cope with bedtime fears and fall asleep on their own. This book is a wonderful place to start. As soon as Emily Grace gets into bed, her mind starts running with scary “What-Ifs,” but then she takes a moment to calm down, notices the familiar details of her room, and sees that all is well.

What if a big rhinoceros charges out through my closet door and pulls all my covers off and I get cold and catch pamonia? What if I wake up tomorrow and I am a princess far, far away from home, all by myself?
 
Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers with more information and strategies for coping with bedtime struggles.

Author Biography

Lisa B. Gehring, MLIS, earned her master's degree from Louisiana State University's School of Library and Information Science. She has been a teacher and principal at a school for children with learning differences. Emily Grace and the What-Ifs is her first book. She lives in south Louisiana (Geaux Tigers!) with her husband and "granddog." 

Regina Flath is a graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for books. She graduated from the University of the Arts in 2009 with a BFA in illustration. She is the cover designer and cover illustrator for the David A. Adler series "Danny's Doodles." Emily Grace and the What-Ifs is her picture book illustration debut. She lives with her husband Dennis, daughter Violet, and two crazy cats. Visit Regina at www.reginaflath.com. and follow her on Twitter: @reginaflath.