I think of Todd Parr as a contemporary Mr Rogers. His books gently deal with issues important to kids’ mental and social health. This newest title speaks to what can frighten children, acknowledges those fears and offers ways to deal with them. I particularly appreciate his signature bold colored illustrations and his sense of humor. “Sometimes I’m scared to go shopping for new underwear. I’m not scared when I wear them on my head.” The illustration would make anyone giggle…which is what you want to do in the middle of a book which brings up real fears. I appreciate one of his closing points, which is a good reminder for all of us…”Sometimes we are scared of things because we don’t understand them.” (I think of spiders, racism, etc.) Here’s another “must have” for your Todd Parr collection.