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Book Review Even Superheroes Have Bad Days (Superheroes Are Just Like Us)

by Shelly Becker

Book Details

Publisher:Union Square Kids
Published:2020-02-28
Pages:39
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1454913940

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

A group of superheroes has a bad day and learns to cope with their emotions.

Our Review

This charming picture book offers a fresh take on emotional regulation by showing caped crusaders experiencing the same frustrations and disappointments that all children face. When these mighty heroes encounter spilled milk, rainy days, and broken toys, they demonstrate healthy alternatives to tantrums and destructive outbursts. The vibrant illustrations capture superheroes using deep breathing, counting to ten, and finding quiet spaces to calm down. This creative approach makes big feelings accessible and manageable for young readers.

What sets this story apart is how it validates children's emotions while providing concrete coping strategies through relatable superhero characters. Parents will appreciate how the narrative normalizes bad days without ever diminishing the importance of acknowledging feelings. The book particularly resonates with children who struggle with emotional regulation or who need reassurance that even the strongest people have difficult moments. This engaging story delivers an empowering message about emotional resilience that will spark important family conversations.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction