Nelly Buchet is the author of ALA Notable Book Cat Dog Dog: The Story of a Blended Family and the four-boardbook Can't Do series. She holds a degree from McGill University, where she created a nonprofit project that brings picture books to refugee children through orphanages and libraries. She splits her time between the US and Germany. Amy Jindra is a designer and illustrator who enjoys developing characters and scenes that tell a story, create a connection, and warm the heart. She lives in Cleveland, Ohio.
Your brain is like a pet in need of training. By you. How does it feel to smile, or to stick out your bottom lip? With heart and humor, How to Train Your Pet Brain invites kids to explore how their bodies and minds work together to process emotions. Told from the perspective of a child, this unexpectedly funny take on the tricky topic of mental health follows two characters learning to train their pet brains. Lighthearted illustrations paired with grounded language help kids understand why their brain does what it does, teaches that big feelings are okay, and guides kids through a simple practice to help them feel calm.