Jax’s Tail Twitches: When You Are Angry (Good News for Little Hearts)

Jax’s Tail Twitches helps families learn to turn to God when something important goes wrong and frustration turns to anger. It’s a big day for the Squirrel family–the acorns are finally ripe, and it’s time to collect them for the winter. Papa, Mama, Jax, and Caspian all work together until the two brothers start picking on each other. Then another family comes along and starts picking nuts from their tree, contrary to the Squirrel Handbook. One thing leads to another, and that’s when everyone’s tails start to twitch in anger! But Papa Squirrel remembers God’s kindness to those who break the rules, and together, they ask forgiveness, making room for love and restored relationships. Edited by counselor David Powlison, Jax’s Tail Twitches offers concrete, grace-based help for dealing with anger and is part of the Good News for Little Hearts series, which brings gospel wisdom and biblical counsel to families. Based on CCEF’s model of hope and help, each story focuses on an animal family’s real-life issues, encouraging young readers toward a growing relationship with Jesus during challenging circumstances. A special section at the end of the bookguides parents in teaching children how the gospel of Jesus Christ can help us in moments of anger, irritation, and frustration. Children ages four to seven will be captivated by Joe Hox’s colorful, fun illustrations that bring the animal world to life. Teaches children and parents how to apply God’s Word when anger sets in.