Little Koala Goes to Camp: A Lesson on Coping with Nervous Feelings

By Amanda Aliff

Little Koala Goes to Camp: A Lesson on Coping with Nervous Feelings is a gentle, reassuring children's book that helps kids understand and manage nervous feelings during new experiences such as going to camp, school, daycare, or trying something unfamiliar for the first time.

When Little Koala wakes up with butterflies in his belly on his first day of camp, everything feels big, new, and a little scary. With the loving support of Mama Koala and the calm encouragement of Coach Grizzly, Little Koala learns that feeling nervous is normal, and that there are helpful ways to cope. Through deep breathing, talking about feelings, and reaching out to trusted adults, children are shown practical tools they can use when anxiety shows up.

This social-emotional learning picture book is part of the Little Koala Life Skills Series and is designed for children ages 3-8. It supports emotional regulation, confidence building, and coping skills in a developmentally appropriate and comforting way. Interactive elements, including a fun "soccer ball search" and thoughtful discussion prompts, help extend learning beyond the story.

The book also includes a dedicated parent section with talking points and reflective questions, making it ideal for families, classrooms, counselors, and therapists.

Perfect for children who experience nervousness, separation anxiety, or mixed emotions, Little Koala Goes to Camp reminds kids that all feelings are valid and that they are capable, supported, and brave, even when they feel unsure.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1961752794
• ISBN13: 9781961752795
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Aliff Counseling Services, LLC
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 1 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 4