Thursday, March 26, 2026

The Best Good Thing Discovering Joy on a Very Bad Smad Day by Anna Housley Juster - A Review

This sweet picture book is perfect for those rough days when nothing seems to go right. It does a great job showing kids that it’s okay to feel upset and that they don’t have to rush through those feelings to find happiness again.

The story is gentle and relatable, focusing on how even one small good thing can make a hard day feel a little lighter. The message is comforting without trying to “fix” the emotions, which makes it feel very real and reassuring. The illustrations add warmth and help show the emotional shifts in a way young readers will easily understand.

This is a great choice for read aloud time, classrooms, or bedtime, especially for kids learning how to handle big feelings. A lovely, calming book that reminds readers they’re not alone on their worst days.

★★★★★

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

1 comment:

  1. Sounds like a good book for grown ups to keep around too.

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