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Milo’s Monster (Paperback)
Milo’s Monster (Paperback)

Milo’s Monster (Paperback)

A sensitive picture book that explores anxiety through the idea of a monster that appears when worries grow too big.

Milo’s monster grows stronger when his fears are ignored, showing how unspoken worries can feel overwhelming. The story gently guides children toward recognising anxiety, naming it, and understanding that sharing worries can help reduce their impact. It offers a calm, supportive way to talk about anxious feelings.
Helpful when

Children experience anxiety, worry, or difficulty expressing fears.
Why this is Roost approved

This book supports early intervention by giving anxiety a clear, external form that children can understand. The repetition and metaphor help children recognise when worries are growing, while shared reading creates space for reassurance, naming emotions, and learning that worries do not have to be faced alone.
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This is a Roost Approved recommendation. The Resource Roost does not sell this item and pricing and availability may vary. Last seen priced around R205. Also available at Amazon.
How to use at home
  • Read together during calm moments.
  • Talk about what Milo’s monster represents.
  • Revisit the story when worries feel big.
Age groups

Preschool (3-5) and Early Primary (5-7)
Language

English
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