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The Marvelous Now

By: Angela DiTerlizzi, Lorena Alvarez Gómez
Narrated by: Alexandra Ryan
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About this listen

 This calming companion to the bestselling The Magical Yet and The Curious Why is a marvelous introduction for young readers to mindfulness and keeping your cool!

Missed the bus? Flubbed a test? Got overwhelmed in a crowd? When you’re feeling big feelings or having a bad day, it can be hard to calm your racing mind and stay present. The Marvelous Now gives kids the tools to see that this is the moment where you need to be! Through accessible, rhythmic verse by Angela DiTerlizzi and colorful, the Now will help young readers learn to regulate their emotions, reset, and reach their happy place.

Don't miss the other books in the acclaimed series:
The Magical Yet
The Curious Why Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction

Critic reviews

"Stands out by providing concrete, relatable strategies for emotional regulation; it’s perfect for young readers navigating their own tough moments. Goméz’s vibrant illustrations bring warmth and inclusivity.... This engaging and accessible title is highly recommended for all collections."—School Library Journal
Praise for The Curious Why:

An Amazon Best Book of the Month for Ages 6-8
"DiTerlizzi offers youngsters an upbeat, sensible cure for a serious case of the blahs.... Readers will love the colorful, energetic, swirling digital illustrations, especially those dinos.... Fun, cheery, and entertaining: just the ticket for the perennially inquisitive—or perpetually bored."—Kirkus Reviews
"A richly colored paean to the pleasures of interest and inquiry.... Its positive message will be welcomed in many educational settings."—School Library Journal
Praise for The Magical Yet:

A New York Times Bestseller
A USA Today Bestseller
An Illinois Monarch Award Master List Book
"With splashy artwork and catchy rhymes, the creators give families and educators a tool that spurs kids on to success."—Publishers Weekly
"The depictions of difficult situations, such as learning to ride a bike, learning to dance, or practicing painting, are sure to strike a chord with children struggling to pick up something new, and the positive outcomes brought on by practice and perseverance are sure to inspire readers to never give up. A lovely addition to picture book collections."—Booklist
"The artwork is powerful and detailed....A solid if message-driven conversation starter about the hard parts of learning."—Kirkus Reviews
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