The Fears You Fear

What do our readers think of The Fears You Fear? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bouncy rhymes, colourful pictures and reassuring message that everyone feels fear. They especially like the idea that fear can sometimes be excitement in disguise.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Fears You Fear?

The Fears You Fear turns a tricky subject into a lively, rhyming conversation, covering everything from thunderstorms to first-day nerves. Rachel Rooney treats fear with warmth and wit, while Zehra Hicks’s colourful illustrations make the book inviting.

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What is The Fears You Fear about?

We all experience fears—some are visible, others hidden. They can appear anywhere, from the circus to the swimming pool, or even on the first day of school. While fears may seem daunting, there are many ways to face and overcome them. Sometimes, what we fear might actually be excitement in disguise. Remember, often the things you fear are more afraid of you.

About the author

Rachel Rooney is a talented British poet and author who loves writing for children. She is well known for her poetry collection 'The Language of Cat', which won a prize. Rachel enjoys making words playful and fun, helping young readers discover the magic of poetry through her imaginative and creative books.

Discussion ideas around The Fears You Fear

Different fears: Which fears in the book might feel big to one child but small to another, and why?

Fear or excitement?: How can the same feeling sometimes be fear and sometimes be excitement?

Helpful fear: When might fear help keep someone safe, and when might it stop them trying something new?

Facing a fear: What could a child do when a fear feels too big, and which idea from the book might help most?

Your own experience: Have you ever felt worried before doing something that turned out to be enjoyable? What changed?