What's Wrong with Barnaby

by Sherry Roberts, David Sánchez (Illustrator)

The gloomy, gray skies make Barnaby sad. He tries to play outside, but that doesn’t help. Reading his favorite books doesn’t help. What will cure Barnaby’s blues?

Kindle Edition

Published October 8, 2023

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Reviews

[Louise Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

What's Wrong with Barnaby? is a wonderful little book that explains Seasonal Affective Disorder in a child-friendly way. Written in simple, clear language that children can relate to and understand, this book will help them feel less alone.

It is a great tool for teaching children about the connection between the weather and their own physical and mental well-being, which I think is an important concept to understand early on.
The story of Barnaby is one that many children will be able to identify with, and it will encourage them to explore their feelings and take action when they are feeling down. They'll be inspired to actively seek out sources of happiness themselves, even when it doesn't seem like there are any.

Sometimes, simply understanding the source of sadness can be an important first step toward healing, so this book will surely bring sunshine into many lives!