A Social-Emotional Choose-Your-Own-Path Story
Poosha and Pocco and the angry tug-of-war
by Melly Cullingford
Poosha and Pocco and the Angry Tug-of-War is a warm, interactive choose-your-own-path picture book that helps children practise calm choices and learn that anger is okay—and safe choices matter. Children can try a simple tool they can use anywhere: “Paws down. Ears up. Jaws gentle.”
With three decision points and three possible endings, children can read again and again to explore different outcomes—including calming down, repairing after a tough moment, and trying again. Bonus pages at the back include simple activities and a caregiver support section with practical, shame-free strategies for supporting children through anger.