NO ONE IS ANGRY TODAY

u003cpu003eAn illustrated collection of thought-provoking stories about how anger doesn't always have to be angry, with illustrations from Marc Boutavant. u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eIn ten thoughtful, philosophical, absurd tales by master storyteller Toon Tellegen, the forest animals--from squirrel to scarab beetle--spend their days as friends do, with birthday parties, writing letters, visiting, dancing, or sometimes all alone. Each day brings emotions that are always worth exploring, although not always easy, and each story reveals new layers through the expressive, touching and funny illustrations of Marc Boutavant.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eThis wry and nuanced illustrated storybook gently shows that anger, in all its shapes and sizes, is a natural, necessary and often misunderstood emotion. Written by one of the greatest Dutch authors for children, this wise and gently written collection is perfect for children wanting to explore and learn more about difficult emotions and feelings, making it an ideal book to read together with family or in the classroom, for readers aged 6-12 years. u003c/pu003e u003cpu003e"A challenging exercise in decoding strong human emotions--but worth the effort."--Kirkus Reviewsu003c/pu003e u003cpu003eToon Tellegen was born in the Netherlands. He was a doctor before starting to write for children in the early 1980s. His books are now considered classics of Dutch children's literature.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eMarc Boutavant is a graphic artist, illustrator and comic strip author from France who has illustrated numerous books for children.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eOther books by Toon Tellegen: u003cbru003e The Day No One Was Angryu003cbru003e u003c/pu003e u003cpu003ePraise for No One Is Angry Today u003cbru003e A challenging exercise in decoding strong human emotions - but worth the effort.--Kirkus Reviewsu003cbru003e u003cbru003e "Powerful messages arise, as when, while considering what a firebelly toad's anger might feel like, a tortoise offers: "Or it might be something heavy.... so heavy nobody can lift it." The illustrations play with contrasts and shadows, complementing the moody atmosphere."--Foreword Reviews u003c/pu003e