Off Days: Finding the On Button - Hardcover

by Katie Bruzzone (Author), Brennen Handley (Illustrator)

A heart-healing children's book for all ages-especially for the ones learning to love their feelings instead of fearing them.

Written in lyrical, comforting prose, Off Days invites readers into the world of Ally, a young girl waking up on the wrong side of everything. But just when her emotions feel too big to hold, magical beasties arrive-wise animal guides who show her that anger, sadness, and fear are simply signs pointing her back to connection and love.

With the playful guidance of an otter and a lion, Ally discovers that emotions are not problems-they're portals. That sadness waters sacred seeds. That anger protects pain. That flowers, breath, and presence can lead her back to her heart.

Rooted in social-emotional literacy, nervous system regulation, and nature-based metaphors, this story is for sensitive kids, young leaders, overwhelmed adults, and anyone who needs a reminder: it's okay to have off days.