Lessons of a LAC by Lynn Jenkins | Illustrated by Kirrili Lonergan

Meet Loppy the LAC — a Little Anxious Creature who’s always on the lookout for what might go wrong. That’s all Loppy has ever known… until one day, he meets Curly Calmster. With Curly’s help, Loppy begins to learn that not every situation is a worst-case scenario, and that there are better, calmer ways to think about everyday worries.

Lessons of a LAC is a beautifully illustrated, child-friendly resource designed to help children understand and manage anxiety. Written by psychologist and mother Lynn Jenkins, this story introduces effective, age-appropriate strategies to build resilience, emotional awareness, and healthy thinking habits.

This book is ideal for parents, caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals looking for a supportive, engaging tool to start conversations with children about their worries. Through fun storytelling and memorable characters, Lessons of a LAC offers kids a gentle but powerful way to reframe anxious thoughts and develop lifelong emotional skills.

Inside, you'll find:

• Helps children (and parents) understand anxiety in a relatable way
• Encourages positive thinking and emotional regulation
• Builds resilience and supports mental wellbeing from an early age
• Ideal for ages 4–8

Product Details:

• Audience: Parents and children (ages 4–8)
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Published: 2018 by Little Steps Publishing
• Country of Publication: Australia