The Bright Spot

Name: The Bright Spot
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781510768710
Price: 34.99 NZD
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A Story about Overcoming Anxiety

By Aimee Chase

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Summary

The Bright Spot by Aimee Chase follows a child's magical adventure as they discover a mysterious object that brings unexpected joy and light into their everyday life. The story focuses on embracing the wonders of imagination, friendship, and the simple joys found in unexpected places, capturing the essence of childhood wonder.
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The Bright Spot

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy enchanting tales that encourage positivity and creativity in young readers. Its heartwarming story and vibrant illustrations offer an engaging experience that inspires children to see the bright side of every situation. Perfect for young readers who enjoy imaginative adventures with uplifting themes.

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Lexi is all about rules and schedules, so when the first day of school brings unwelcome surprises, she starts to get anxious, but before her worries spin out of control, a friendly bright spot appears and shines its light on everyday tools and strategies for overcoming anxiety.

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Age range 4 to 8

Stuck in your worries? Bright ideas are everywhere!
Lexi is all about rules and schedules, so when the first day of school brings unwelcome surprises (like a giant hairball on her favourite new dress), she starts to get anxious. Before her confidence shrinks to zero and her worries spin out of control, a friendly bright spot appears and shines its light on everyday tools and strategies for overcoming anxiety. Thanks to the glowing personality and positive vibes of her adorable new friend, nothing can stop Lexi from facing the day like the champion she truly is. With beautiful illustrations and a glint of humour, school-aged children will love seeing themselves in this tale of triumph over adversity.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Bright Spot by Aimee Chase is praised for its sensitive approach to dealing with tricky emotions, offering children relatable tools to manage anxiety. The melodious writing style and vibrant illustrations make it both a fun and educational read, with reviewers highlighting its success in teaching young readers that they're never alone in their feelings.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510768710

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Sky Pony Press

Illustration: 32 Color Illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Sakshi Mangal

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 381g

Pages: 32

Collections

Aimee Chase Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Aimee Chaseis an editor, author, and former teacher who loves helping kids find their voice and their confidence. She lives in the Boston area with her husband and their two sons.

Sakshi Mangal grew up in Mumbai, India where she developed a passion for bringing fantastic worlds to life through her art and her books. Since graduating with an MA in Children's book illustration in 2016 from the Cambridge school of Art, she has been living and working out of her studio in Vancouver, Canada. When she is not scribbling, she loves to spend time with her family, cook, shop, hike, and travel the world.

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