Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween

All kids love Halloween, right?!?! Not Benny J. Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween is the perfect book to read to kids who find themselves overwhelmed, worried, and self-conscious on big days like Halloween. The story of Benny J. can be used as a teaching tool all year round to teach empathy and kindness to neurodiverse (Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, etc.) and neurotypical kids alike.

"Everyone is excited about the Halloween parade. Everyone, that is, except for me. I am not going!"

Benny J. is unlike most children. Benny J. is worried... and he doesn't like Halloween!

Will people stare at him? What if they laugh at his costume? Will the parade be too loud?

But what Benny J. doesn't know is that Halloween can also be pretty exciting... if only he gives it a chance!

Will Benny J. be brave enough to join the Halloween parade at school?

Or will he stay at home and not attend at all?

In this powerful short story about bravery and curiosity, young learners will: Indulge in their sense of wonder, as they overcome their fears and give Halloween a bit of a go - who knows, they might just enjoy it!Cultivate a strong sense of curiosity for things that are outside their comfort zones - indeed, exciting things come for those who pursue it!And so much more!

The seemingly small things in life can feel overwhelming for little kids... but with "Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween", they might just change their minds!

Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween is the first book in The Super Fun Day Books series by Sivan Hong. The Super Fun Days Books series is a collection of inspirational stories through which young children learn how to work through and overcome social and emotional challenges. There are a lot of laughs, feelings, and fun lessons to learn - plenty of things for children to think about.