The power of a single word becomes the key to unlocking the emotions of young readers. Bobby, getting ready for summer camp, is overwhelmed with a mix of excitement, fear, and worry. As these big feelings start to take a toll on his behavior, he finds himself being mean to his best friend Milo. Lucky for Bobby, Milo has experienced the same emotions before and knows the secret to managing them – the power of AND. This heartwarming book beautifully explores the complexities of feelings and the importance of friendship.

AND is more than just a children's book; it's a powerful reminder for readers of all ages that it's natural to feel conflicting emotions and that true friends can help us navigate through tough times. Bobby's about to embark on a new adventure at summer camp, but he's got a whirlwind of feelings swirling inside him – excitement, fear, and worry all at once. It's making him feel terrible, and unfortunately, he's taking it out on his best friend Milo. But don't worry; Milo's got the perfect solution – the power of AND. This book is a beautiful exploration of feelings and friendship, teaching us that it's okay to experience multiple emotions all at once.

Aimed at children, with an idea helpful to all. Who would guess the small change from BUT to AND could make so much difference to our attitude and emotional well-being. I liked the setting of the story to explain this beneficial change. The art work matched perfectly. The worksheets and activities at the end are an added bonus, and a further chance to internalise this change in thinking. Thank you to Kettlepot Press, BookBuzz.net and NetGalley for the ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.