Mad, Mad, MAD | Leslie Patricelli |

Mad, Mad, MAD.
By Leslie Patricelli.

Sometimes Baby is sad. And sometimes… Baby is furious! The kind of mad that sends little limbs flailing, tiny voices wailing, and results in a full-blown, floor-bound spectacle of toddler frustration. But what happens when Baby wants to stop but simply can’t shake the cranky—even with the comfort of a cherished blankie? Perhaps a change of scenery, a deep breath, and a little mindfulness might do the trick. With her signature wit and expressive artistry, Leslie Patricelli takes on the tempest of toddler emotions, offering both a hilariously relatable meltdown and a few clever strategies for making the mad melt away.

Sometimes I’m happy.

Sometimes I’m sad.
And sometimes…

I get mad, mad, MAD!
I scream and roar.

I fall on the floor.
I cry and shout.
Can’t get it out!

No, I won’t stop!
I don’t want to play.

No, I won’t go!
Outside?
I don’t want to stay.

I want to stop.
I sit. Blankie? I flop.

I hug my blankie.
But I’m still cranky!
I walk about.

Breathe in.
Breathe out.

I feel…
better!

I’ll be okay!
I did it myself.
Made my mad go away.

Huggy, huggy.
Big, wide smile.
My happy is back!
(At least for a while.)
Grrrr.

Things that help the mad go away:
Doggies.
Friends.
Coloring.
Bubble baths.
Naps, Zzzz.
Music.
Yoga.
Reading.
Pillow punches.
Laughing, Ha Ha Ha.

And there you have it—the ups, the downs, and the full-on floor flops of toddler emotions! Leslie Patricelli captures the drama of a big mad moment while showing that even the stormiest feelings don’t last forever. Thanks for watching, and remember: a deep breath, a little movement, and maybe a cuddle can help turn that mad into glad! See you next time for more fun stories!

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