Max Cross Gets Unstuck from Anger is a gift for kids and the adults who love them. In this playful, science-informed workbook, Christopher McCurry and Emma Waddington offer young readers a way to understand anger not as an enemy to be fought but as a signal-one that can guide them toward what truly matters. Using the adventures of Max, practical exercises, and a warm, inviting tone, this book teaches school age children how to notice their feelings and urges to respond, and then to pivot toward what they care about. It's Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) distilled into a form that is both engaging and profoundly useful. For any child who struggles with big feelings-and for any caregiver seeking a compassionate, evidence-based approach to support them-this book is a must. -- Steven C. Hayes, Ph.D., Originator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Author of A Liberated Mind An enjoyable, realistic and practical approach for handling anger effectively. This is a great book for kids - and most parents can learn a lot from it too! -- Dr Russ Harris, Author of The Happiness Trap Max Cross Gets Unstuck from Anger is a delightful and captivating workbook for children, based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. It is beautifully written, and packed with important coping skills that can be used for a wide range of feelings. -- Tamar D. Black, PhD, Educational and Developmental Psychologist and author, ACT for Treating Children and The ACT Workbook for Kids
