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It's the first day of school and William is sure it will be a disaster. What if the bus passes by his street? What if he can't find his desk? What if he gets lost? These pestering what-if thoughts make him feel nervous and scared. But, wait! What if the day turns out to be amazing? Discover what William learns that turns his day around! A touching story with charming illustrations that will help children recognize the difference between worry and reality through the introduction of cognitive reframing, or seeing the same situation in a new view. A Note to Parents and Caregivers, written by board certified child psychologist Margaret R. Mauze, PhD, ABPP, gives more information on child-friendly ways to manage anxiety.

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This wonderful book introduces children to the powerful tool of cognitive reframing in an approachable and engaging manner. It's a must-read for all families whose children's minds are filled with what-ifs. I'm so glad a tool like this exists and I will definitley be recommending it to families! Lauren LaRue Walker, MD, FAAP, Pediatrician, Houston Texas As a pediatrician in private practice for over 18 years, I estimate that at least half of the visits I see each day relate directly or indirectly to anxiety in my patients or their parents. This book is a beautifully illustrated, wonderful tool to help parents assist their child to navigate through their anxieties (or the what-ifs). As a parent I am familiar with the what-ifs. I would have loved to have this children's book years ago. John T. Fitch, Jr., MD, FAAP, Heritage Pediatrics, San Antonio, Texas If your child struggles with anxiety, William, The What-If Wonder, by Carol Wulff, is just the book you and your child have been looking for. Based on Wulff's own successful experiences helping her own child deal with the day-to-day worries, the story is told in upbeat rhyme accompanied by Clare Willett's bright, kid-friendly illustrations. End notes by pediatric psychologist, Margaret R. Mauze Phd, ABPP, provide a practical explanation of how this technique, called cognitive reframing, can help children cope with anxiety issues. Gloria G. Adams, Children's Author, and Editor This book is a great age - and developmentally appropriate way to teach children how to manage their worry thoughts. The book is designed around a common situation that most children, and adults, can identify with, and can then use the simplicity of the strategy to generalize to other situations. The information at the end is very helpful, as well. Kate Eshleman, PsyD, Pediatric Psychologist, Cleveland, Ohio

"""This wonderful book introduces children to the powerful tool of cognitive reframing in an approachable and engaging manner. It's a must-read for all families whose children's minds are filled with what-ifs. I'm so glad a tool like this exists and I will definitley be recommending it to families!"" Lauren LaRue Walker, MD, FAAP, Pediatrician, Houston Texas ""As a pediatrician in private practice for over 18 years, I estimate that at least half of the visits I see each day relate directly or indirectly to anxiety in my patients or their parents. This book is a beautifully illustrated, wonderful tool to help parents assist their child to navigate through their anxieties (or the what-ifs). As a parent I am familiar with the what-ifs. I would have loved to have this children's book years ago."" John T. Fitch, Jr., MD, FAAP, Heritage Pediatrics, San Antonio, Texas ""If your child struggles with anxiety, ""William, The What-If Wonder"", by Carol Wulff, is just the book you and your child have been looking for. Based on Wulff's own successful experiences helping her own child deal with the day-to-day worries, the story is told in upbeat rhyme accompanied by Clare Willett's bright, kid-friendly illustrations. End notes by pediatric psychologist, Margaret R. Mauze Phd, ABPP, provide a practical explanation of how this technique, called ""cognitive reframing,"" can help children cope with anxiety issues."" Gloria G. Adams, Children's Author, and Editor ""This book is a great age - and developmentally appropriate way to teach children how to manage their ""worry thoughts."" The book is designed around a common situation that most children, and adults, can identify with, and can then use the simplicity of the strategy to generalize to other situations. The information at the end is very helpful, as well."" Kate Eshleman, PsyD, Pediatric Psychologist, Cleveland, Ohio"

This wonderful book introduces children to the powerful tool of cognitive reframing in an approachable and engaging manner. It's a must-read for all families whose children's minds are filled with what-ifs. I'm so glad a tool like this exists and I will definitley be recommending it to families! Lauren LaRue Walker, MD, FAAP, Pediatrician, Houston Texas As a pediatrician in private practice for over 18 years, I estimate that at least half of the visits I see each day relate directly or indirectly to anxiety in my patients or their parents. This book is a beautifully illustrated, wonderful tool to help parents assist their child to navigate through their anxieties (or the what-ifs). As a parent I am familiar with the what-ifs. I would have loved to have this children's book years ago. John T. Fitch, Jr., MD, FAAP, Heritage Pediatrics, San Antonio, Texas If your child struggles with anxiety, William, The What-If Wonder , by Carol Wulff, is just the book you and your child have been looking for. Based on Wulff's own successful experiences helping her own child deal with the day-to-day worries, the story is told in upbeat rhyme accompanied by Clare Willett's bright, kid-friendly illustrations. End notes by pediatric psychologist, Margaret R. Mauze Phd, ABPP, provide a practical explanation of how this technique, called cognitive reframing, can help children cope with anxiety issues. Gloria G. Adams, Children's Author, and Editor This book is a great age - and developmentally appropriate way to teach children how to manage their worry thoughts. The book is designed around a common situation that most children, and adults, can identify with, and can then use the simplicity of the strategy to generalize to other situations. The information at the end is very helpful, as well. Kate Eshleman, PsyD, Pediatric Psychologist, Cleveland, Ohio

Author Information

Carol Wulff, LSW, is a Licensed Social Worker and mother of a child with anxiety. Remembering how painful it was to witness her child's mind racing just to get through the simplest of tasks, she vowed to one day write a book to help others learn how to tackle those annoying what-if thoughts. Cognitive reframing - seeing the same situation in a new way - empowered her child to manage the anxiety and approach new situations with confidence. She created William, the What-If Wonder to help children learn how to use their power to change their view and see past their worrisome thoughts. Carol lives in Medina, Ohio, with her husband and three children. Clare Willett enjoys creating characters and bringing them to life! She has created city logos and enjoys sharing her artistic talents when needed. She is pursuing a career in zoology and wildlife management. Margaret R. Mauze, PhD, ABPP, is a board certified pediatric psychologist. She earned her PhD in clinical child and adolescent psychology from the University of Kansas in 2005. She achieved specialty board certification from the American Board of Professional Psychology in the area of clinical child and adolescent psychology in 2008. She worked at Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for seven years before moving into private practice. She has special interest in working with children with acute and chronic medical illness and children struggling with anxiety and depression. She currently lives in San Antonio, Texas, with her husband and two children.

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