"I'm a wombat; Wally's my name.
I worry a lot; do you do the same?
When I feel worried, there are things I do.
Throughout this book, I'll share them with you."
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools, children can learn to manage their worries and feel more in control.
Wally Wombat: Anxiety Strategies
is a fun and engaging resource packed with
practical, easy-to-use calming strategies
that help kids navigate anxious feelings.
Through playful rhymes, vibrant illustrations, and evidence-based techniques, Wally shares strategies like:
✔️
Cupcake Breathing
- Smell the cupcake, then blow the candle out
Three, Three, Three
- Engage the senses to feel grounded
Positive Self-Talk
- Speak to yourself like a friend
Muscle Relaxation
- Squeeze and release tension
Rainbow Grounding
- Find colours around you to stay present
Five-Finger Breathing
- A calming exercise always at hand
✔️ ... and many more!
Designed for
parents, teachers, and counsellors
, this book includes a
helpful guide
on how to use these strategies with children. Whether at home, in the classroom, or in therapy sessions, Wally Wombat provides the tools kids need to
understand their emotions and feel more confident managing them
.
Pair it with
Wally Wombat: Anxiety Body Clues
to help children recognise the physical signs of anxiety before putting these strategies into action.
A must-have book for any child who experiences worry, and a valuable resource for caregivers supporting their emotional wellbeing.