The Whatif Monster Chapter Book Series: Super Sam and the Big Secret

by Michelle Nelson-Schmidt

Sam is the bravest, coolest kid in the second grade. Everyone thinks so. But Sam is worried if she shares her big secret with her classmates, things might change. But with the help of Jonathan James, his furry green friend, the Whatif Monster, and a clever game that helps Sam concentrate on all the good and wonderful what ifs, we find out if Sam is brave enough to overcome her fears and share her big secret.Perfect for the new reader to help build confidence in their reading skills as well as to help young ones navigate the worries both big and small in life. Type set in a dyslexic-friendly font.

Genres: Childrens

60 pages, Paperback

Published December 29, 2019

About the author

I write and illustrate books for children. I love to laugh, I love to have fun. I do not have time for mean people. Life is too short to not do what you love for a living. Or deal with mean people.

I like smiling. It's my favorite.

“Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.
--Christopher Robin to Pooh”

Reviews

[Melissa C]

Sam has a big secret that she’s scared to share with her class, but with the help of Johnathan James and the Whatif Monster, she is able to think of all the silly, even crazy positive whatifs that could happen. When she tells the class, some students are even able to relate to her!

My 4 year old daughter, Allison, was so excited to hear her name in this book! The illustration of Allison even slightly resembles her! It’s so important for kids to feel represented in books, and Michelle does a great job as an illustrator and author to do this!

[Meg]

A sweet book following the theme of turning whatifs into something better with the help of the loveable Whatif Monster. I would recommend reading with kids, especially those struggling with fear or anxiety.