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Katie's Really Bad Day: A Story About Test Anxiety Hardcover – April 30, 2024

by Kathleen Jeffrey (Author), Susan Kilmartin (Illustrator)
4.7 out of 5 stars (38)
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It's spelling test day and Katie feels anxious...

Cheerful fun-loving Katie sometimes gets anxious before tests, even when she knows the answers. One day Katie's feelings were so enormous, she panics and can't seem to do the test at all. She even disrupts the entire class. Luckily, with the guidance of her teacher, Katie discovers calming tools to soothe her nerves. Pretty soon the whole class is joining Katie to beat that test stress!

A beautifully illustrated relatable story with teaching points and practical advice for anxious kids.

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  1. Reading age
    5 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    8.25 x 0.25 x 10.75 inches
  5. Publisher
    Kathleen Jeffrey
  6. Publication date
    April 30, 2024
  7. ISBN-13
    979-8218968427
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"A practical and relatable picture book that not only builds empathy, but offers techniques children can use right away to calm themselves... An instructive and accessible tool for helping children identify and manage anxiety in school, making it a valuable addition to any classroom or home." -- The Children's Book Review

"Fills an important niche... offering children the opportunity to understand they are not alone while providing a helpful pathway for parents, teachers, and caregivers to address anxiety." -- The US Review of Books

"Jeffrey captures the emotional journey of a young girl facing school anxiety, clearly illustrating the physical and emotional experience... A heartwarming, beautifully illustrated story that reassures children they are not alone." -- Bookview Review

"A fun and thoroughly kid-friendly read... a charming and effective approach to helping children manage school-related anxiety, with practical, real-world guidance woven throughout." -- Midwest Book Review

"An important and well-illustrated look at a common problem among kids." -- Kirkus Reviews

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Reading this book together?

Here are a few gentle conversation starters you can use with your child:
 
 
  • "Has your tummy ever felt squiggly like Katie's? What was happening when it did?"
  • "What do you think Katie was most afraid of during the test?"
  • "If you were in Katie's class, what would you say to her after her really bad day?"
  • "What helps you feel calmer when something feels hard or scary?"
  • "Who is someone at school you could talk to if you started feeling nervous?"
     
You might also try belly breathing together after reading. In through your nose. Fill your belly like a balloon. Count to three. Slowly breathe out. A few times is plenty.
 
This story isn't about fixing anxiety. It's about noticing it, naming it, and learning that help is always available.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CZ7M4QHD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kathleen Jeffrey
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 30, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8218968427
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 8 years
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.25 x 10.75 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #1,870,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars (38)

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Kathleen Jeffrey

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Kathleen Jeffrey is an award-winning children’s picture book author who writes stories that help kids navigate big feelings with honesty, empathy, and hope. She grew up in Rhode Island and earned a BA in Elementary Education and Psychology from Rhode Island College.

After a 28-year career in U.S. and international media sales, Kathleen followed a longtime dream of working with books more closely and spent twelve years at the Glastonbury Abbey Bookstore in Hingham, Massachusetts. There, she developed a deep appreciation for children’s literature and its power to support emotional growth.

Her debut picture book, Katie’s Really Bad Day: A Story About Test Anxiety, is inspired by her own experience with school and test anxiety and reflects her belief that children do best when they feel understood, supported, and safe to speak up. Kathleen now writes children’s books to bring love, light, spirit, truth, and joy to young readers’ hearts.

She lives in Hingham, Massachusetts with her husband and their two westie terriers. When she’s not writing or visiting schools, she enjoys traveling, hiking, canoeing, exploring wildlife sanctuaries, and spending time outdoors, especially among the trees.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Learning breathing to help with anxiety for all ages
Congrats to the author for such a high-quality book, format, story, and artwork. I love it and relate to Katie a lot (as an anxious child grown up into an anxious adult). The breathing exercises do help, a lot and it's good to have adults who recognize the signs instead of seeing acting out as misbehavior. A book everyone should read even if you don't have anxiety, to help someone who has by recognizing it.
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  • Hflyers10
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great message
    Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This book was perfect to read with both my 5 year old and 7 year old daughters. My 5 year old loved the art work and my 7 year old loved the message as she is a very anxious kid. Thank you for writhing this book!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Thoughtful message for children with test anxiety
    Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    This is such a beautifully illustrated children’s book with a compelling message for children who deal with anxiety. Test anxiety is very real for some children and learning coping skills is most beneficial. The book’s text and illustrations make the message very relatable.
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  • Jerah Alvarado
    5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT book!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2026
    Format: Hardcover
    Such a great book that introduces breathing techniques in a fun and interactive. It allows children who feel anxiety before testing to see it as normalacy for some, while at the same time demonstrating how to counterbalance the emotions. In a subtle way it shows kids who don’t experience anxiety how to be sensitive and help their friends who do.

    I can see why this picture book’s won Mommy’s Choice Awards. I’m not sure there are a lot of kids books that broch this topic. Also, the illustrations are fun. I read this to my kindergartener and fourth grader who both enjoyed it. I rate it a 4.5
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  • Silver's Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful for children...
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2026
    Format: Hardcover
    Katie is always anxious about tests, but one day she was so anxious, she couldn’t take the test.

    Everyone in the class knew because she started scribbling on her desk and crying.

    Her teacher quickly told Katie she had some coping mechanisms, and her friend said he understood.

    KATIE’S REALLY BAD DAY highlights the themes of caring, friendship, learning to cope with and to solve problems together, and knowing that others have similar problems.

    The gorgeous illustrations enhance the book’s themes.

    A gentle, lovely read that will help children there is always a solution to things. 5/5

    Thank you to the author for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
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  • L. Fortino
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a nice choice for any child who experiences test anxiety.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2026
    Format: Hardcover
    KATIE'S REALLY BAD DAY is a sweet picture book with a reassuring message and charming illustrations that feature lots of color and a diverse group of young students. A friendly, recess-loving little girl named Katie is the main character, and she has a panic attack when it comes time to take the spelling test. Her understanding teacher helps her learn ways to manage her anxiety, including belly breathing and playing a shape-tracing game. Soon the whole class is learning to belly breathe before the next test. This book is a nice choice for any child who experiences test anxiety.
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  • AV_Therearenobadbooks
    5.0 out of 5 stars Learning breathing to help with anxiety for all ages
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2026
    Format: Hardcover
    Congrats to the author for such a high-quality book, format, story, and artwork. I love it and relate to Katie a lot (as an anxious child grown up into an anxious adult). The breathing exercises do help, a lot and it's good to have adults who recognize the signs instead of seeing acting out as misbehavior. A book everyone should read even if you don't have anxiety, to help someone who has by recognizing it.
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2026
    Congrats to the author for such a high-quality book, format, story, and artwork. I love it and relate to Katie a lot (as an anxious child grown up into an anxious adult). The breathing exercises do help, a lot and it's good to have adults who recognize the signs instead of seeing acting out as misbehavior. A book everyone should read even if you don't have anxiety, to help someone who has by recognizing it.
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  • Loving Mother
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice pictureslake highlands Alamo drafthouse address
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2025
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    While the illustrations for this book is vibrant, the story itself didn’t hold my attention for long. The artwork is definitely the string point for me - it captures emotion and has visual charm. I just wish in the story I felt connected to the character better.
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  • Jengel106
    4.0 out of 5 stars A book of anxiety for all ages.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2026
    Format: Paperback
    Katie’s Really Bad Day by Kathleen Jeffrey is a beautiful book inside and out. The illustrations are so detailed, you can see Finn roll his eyes and Katie’s pink bow and yet they are light and not very vibrant. This is a subject that is becoming more and more normal. It is a great storyline that children 5 to 12 will understand. It has an interactive part of the book that allows the reader to learn a new breathing technique and practice it. The only thing I did not like about the book is the size of the font. I would like it to be bigger and bolder. It blends and fades with its surroundings. I would recommend this book.
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