There Might Be Lobsters

AUTHOR: Carolyn Crimi
ILLUSTRATOR: Laurel Molk

From the Publisher:

Come on, Sukie, you can do it! A little dog’s paralyzing anxiety gives way to bravery when someone smaller is in need in this humorous, tenderly sympathetic story.

Lots of things at the beach scare Sukie. Lots. Because she is just a small dog, and the stairs are big and sandy, and the waves are big and whooshy, and the balls are big and beachy. And besides, there might be lobsters. With endearing illustrations and a perfectly paced text that captures a timid pup’s looping thoughts, here is a funny and honest read-aloud about how overwhelming the world can be when you’re worried — and how empowering it is to overcome your fears when it matters the most.

Leah’s Thoughts:

This one made us all giggle. Sukie the dog is nervous about everything at the beach (especially lobsters!), and the way her fears are handled is both funny and relatable. It’s a great pick for kids who tend to worry or hang back a bit, with a lighthearted reminder that they can try new things.