Have you wondered what tools are available to help young children deal with anxiety? See what has worked for Simon the Scared Rottweiler, the title character from child psychologist Dr. Nicole Kluemper's picture book. Enter to win a paperback copy, along with a cozy blanket and a $50 Amazon gift card!
My Review:
Based on Dr. Kluemper's professional experience and her lovely furry baby, Simon the Scared Rottweiler tells a therapeutic tale suggesting simple and effective anxiety coping skills for young kids.
Tough-looking Rottweiler Simon shares a horrible school day filled with things that scare him, starting from a nightmare and his brother jumping out from under the bed in a clown mask, to bullies at school and ghost stories told by the kids at his friend Kevin's sleepover party. That's too much for Simon to handle in one day! Just as he's about to take flight from all the scary stuff, Kevin's older sister Angie comes to his rescue with a couple of tricks that have helped her overcome anxiety.
Adopting Simon's first-person perspective, the story shows closely what he goes through, how he feels, and the impact of anxiety on his behavior. Most of the scary scenarios are highly relatable for school-aged kids, making it easy for them to empathize with the poor puppy. The candid conversation between Simon and Angie reassures young readers that they are not alone for getting anxious from time to time and that there are fun ways to cope with anxiety in the comfort of their homes. The "thought bottle" sounds particularly appealing to glitter-lovers. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions are provided to help readers make their very own thought bottles. The book's back matter also teaches about belly breathing and includes useful resources regarding child anxiety and mental health.
By reading Simon's story, young children are encouraged to seek help from family and friends about things that bother them, instead of keeping all the fear and anxiety to themselves. In addition, they may learn not to judge someone merely by their look. Feeling scared is not necessarily a sign of weakness. Anxiety can be managed through practice, perseverance, positive thinking and professional assistance.
Colorful and comforting, Simon the Scared Rottweiler makes a great conversation starter as well as a handy toolkit for kids and parents to get better prepared for the common challenge of anxiety.
About the Book:
Ages: 4–8 | 34 Pages
Publisher: Nicole S Kluemper (2026) | ISBN: 979-8218884802
Simon is having a hard day. He wakes up to a bad dream, the fire alarm goes off at school, some big bullies bother him, and that’s not all! Just then, Kevin’s big sister Angie steps in and helps Simon by teaching him some skills for dealing with his worry that will last a lifetime.
Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop.org
About the Author:
Nicole Kluemper, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist at a small community clinic in San Diego, California. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of San Diego and her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Alliant International University. Dr. Kluemper is a Navy veteran, a published author, and lives just outside San Diego with her husband of seventeen years and their dog, Simon.
To learn more, visit nicolekluemper.com. Follow on Instagram and Facebook.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card, a cozy reading blanket, and a copy of Simon the Scared Rottweiler!
Five additional winners will each receive a paperback copy of Simon the Scared Rottweiler!
Giveaway ends 7/12. Open to US 18+ only. Please click on the image below to access the entry form. Good luck!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Nicole S. Kluemper. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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