Rebecka Ratcliffe

Carl the Cranky Cone Rebecka Ratcliffe

From author Rebecka Ratcliffe and illustrator Steve Ogden comes this hilarious little book about a small shape with a grumpy problem. Carl is in a cranky mood, and he takes it out on everyone around him. When Carl realizes that his mood is affecting all his friends, he sets out to find a way to change it. Maybe his surprising solution will work for you, too!Charming illustrations and endearing humor will help your child understand that being cranky doesn't have to ruin everyone's day. It's a normal part of life, and it's up to us to find a way to the other side of our mood. This book is written for preschool and elementary-aged children, who can be cranky for a whole lot of reasons, or no reason at all, and sometimes just need assurance that it won't last forever (or a snack). This book would also be a great springboard for classroom discussion about how to keep your cranky mood from hurting your friends or their feelings. This is Book 2 in the Moodrangles series, books dedicated to honoring the emotional lives of children with humor and heart. Check out Book 1, Sally the Sad Shape, and the newest offering, Cedric the Silly Cylinder.