WA Author. Larry the laid back sunfish is a gentle read-along picture book for young children aged 2 to 5 about maintaining calm, building confidence and learning to see things clearly. When the reef feels busy and overwhelming, Larry uses calming strategies to help himself feel better. Along the way, he discovers that taking deep, slow breaths, looking around and staying calm can help him make good choices, solve problems and even help his classmates. This story supports emotional regulation, empathy, and thoughtful decision-making, and aligns with social-emotional learning (SEL) goals in preschool and pre-K. It is ideal for shared reading at home, in early education classrooms and child care settings.
