{"product_id":"awesome-dawson-my-emotions-have-a-job-9798889070269","title":"Awesome Dawson: My Emotions Have a Job!","description":"Dawson feels lots of emotions and knows each one has an important job, including keeping him safe, resilient, and prepared. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e But what happens when his emotions take their jobs too seriously? Will Dawson still be able to manage them, or will they run wild in awkward and reckless ways? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A trip to Dawson's happiest place - the zoo - is the ultimate test. The anticipation of feeding the giraffes, riding the train, and eating snow cones overwhelms his body with excitement. But that feeling quickly gives way to sadness when he isn't allowed to ride the carousel, or what he calls the round and round. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e His sadness then becomes rage when he learns that refusing to eat all his carrot sticks means he won't get to have any cotton candy. As his loving, but firm, mom leads him away from the snack shack, Dawson experiences another big emotion - worry. What if he leans too far over the side of the train and falls into Gorilla Land? The momma gorilla might not give him back! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e From joy and sadness to anger and worry, this zoo trip brings out lots of big emotions. So Mom gently reminds him that even though all his feelings are natural and important, he's still the boss and his emotions work for him. That's when Dawson reimagines his day. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e What if he gives his special squishy a big squeeze to release some of his happy energy? What if he gets to ride the round and round on his next visit? What if he eats all his carrots so he can indulge in cotton candy? And what if he keeps himself safe on the train, so he stays safe from the gorillas? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Bestselling author Julia Cook and renowned play therapist Dr. Rebeca Chow team up in this colorful, empowering story that reminds young readers they can make their emotions work for them in healthy and positive ways, even during distressing and difficult situations. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A special page written by Dr. Chow, who is a clinical counselor and registered play therapist, offers practical strategies parents and educators can use to teach children how to take charge of all their emotions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is the third title in the \u003ci\u003eAwesome Dawson\u003c\/i\u003e series, which includes \u003ci\u003eAwesome Dawson, It's Not Your Turn \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eAwesome Dawson Has Big Emotions\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJulia Cook\u003cb\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003e a former school counselor and teacher, has written many books on behavior and health for children. Julia has the innate ability to enter the worldview of a child through storybooks, giving parents and educators the what to say and how to say it to kids. Her ultimate goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of children, parents and educators by teaching lifelong problem-solving skills to kids. Julia has received the \u003ci\u003eAssociation for Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award, \u003c\/i\u003e and her books have been honored by \u003ci\u003ethe National Parenting Center\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMom's Choice Awards\u003c\/i\u003e. Julia has presented in more than 800 schools across the country and regularly delivers keynote addresses at national education, counseling and character conferences. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Dr. Rebeca Chow is a Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor in Missouri and Kansas and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Dr. Chow's areas of expertise are diversity and inclusion, the neurobiology of mental health, leadership, supervision, and generational social trends. Her unwavering dedication to empowering individuals and promoting holistic mental well-being has propelled her onto the global stage, where she shares her insights at counseling and educational conferences. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Boys Town Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51254079652114,"sku":"9798889070269","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6d2ca788-84f8-4cd8-bacb-29c37bf64ff0.jpg?v=1746306457","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/awesome-dawson-my-emotions-have-a-job-9798889070269","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}