Penny Plays Dead: A Heartwarming Children's Picture Book About Anxiety, Courage, and Finding Your Inner Superpower

by Malichi, Daniel
ISBN: 9798246082348
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Overview

Even a Scaredy-Possum Can Save the Day!

Penny is a sweet little possum with a big secret: she is very, very anxious.

While other animals play loud games and enjoy the Big Moon Party, Penny worries about the noise. To make matters worse, her body has a mind of its own. When Penny gets scared, she doesn't fight or flight-she flops! Plop. She plays dead.

Embarrassed by her uncontrollable fainting spells, Penny tries to hide. But with the help of a kind raccoon named Rickety, she learns a special trick to ground herself when the world gets too loud.

But what happens when a real danger creeps onto the playground? When Snaggletooth the stray cat threatens her friends, Penny's "weakness" might just be the only thing that can save them.

Why Readers Love Penny:
  • Relatable Struggles: A gentle introduction to anxiety, panic, and sensory overload for young children.
  • Coping Mechanisms: Teaches a real grounding technique ("counting cans") that kids can use in their own lives.
  • Self-Acceptance: Shows that our unique quirks-even the ones we think are silly-can be superpowers in disguise.

Perfect for children ages 3-8, Penny Plays Dead is a comforting bedtime story about finding courage in the most unexpected ways.

  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Malichi, Daniel
  • ISBN: 9798246082348
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 8.50 x 0.11
  • Number Of Pages: 42
  • Publication Year: 2026
Language: English