What Do You Do With a Problem?

A young child discovers they have a problem and grapples with how to handle it. The problem follows them everywhere, causing worry and uncertainty. As time passes, the child tries different approaches to deal with their persistent problem. The story tracks their emotional journey from avoidance to eventual engagement with the challenge before them. Through metaphor and striking black-and-white illustrations accented with gold, this picture book explores fear, courage, and perspective. The narrative speaks to both children and adults about transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth.

Parents and teachers report that children connect with the story's message about facing problems rather than avoiding them. Many readers say it helps kids understand anxiety and build resilience. Readers appreciate: - Simple metaphors that young children grasp - Illustrations showing the problem as a dark cloud - Message about problems leading to opportunities - Works well for ages 4-10 Common criticisms: - Abstract concepts may confuse very young children - Some find the resolution oversimplified - Price point high for length ($16-18) Ratings across platforms: Amazon: 4.8/5 (9,800+ reviews) Goodreads: 4.4/5 (3,900+ reviews) Barnes & Noble: 4.9/5 (290+ reviews) One teacher noted: "My anxious students refer back to this book when facing challenges." A parent wrote: "The dark imagery was initially concerning but perfectly captured how problems can feel overwhelming to kids."

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🌟 This award-winning book is part of a series that includes "What Do You Do With an Idea?" and "What Do You Do With a Chance?" - all exploring similar themes of personal growth and courage 🎨 The book's ethereal illustrations were created by Mae Besom using traditional techniques including watercolor and pencil, giving the story its distinctive dreamy quality 📚 Author Kobi Yamada is also the CEO of Compendium, Inc., a company that creates inspirational books and gifts with the mission of helping people live inspired lives 🏆 The book has won multiple awards including a Gold Independent Publisher Book Award and a Moonbeam Children's Book Award for its unique approach to helping children face their problems 💡 The story's central metaphor of a problem appearing as a dark cloud that follows the protagonist was inspired by the way children often visualize their worries and concerns