Barnaby Bright and the Rained-Out Wobble

A heartwarming picture book that helps children understand disappointment, cope when plans suddenly change, and discover that a different plan can still become something wonderful.

Barnaby Bright has been planning his birthday for weeks.

Balloons.

Games.

Cake.

A whole afternoon of fun in the backyard.

Everything is ready.

But then...

DRIP. DROP. SPLASH!

The rain comes pouring down.

The decorations get wet.

The backyard party is off.

And Barnaby's perfect birthday plan disappears right along with the sunshine.

Suddenly, something flat, heavy, and droopy starts sagging inside his chest.

Then the Wobble appears.

It is mustard yellow.

It is floppy.

And right now, Barnaby does not want a different plan.

He wants his plan.

Barnaby Bright and the Rained-Out Wobble is a funny, comforting story that helps young children understand disappointment and the difficult feelings that come when something they have been looking forward to does not happen the way they imagined.

As Barnaby learns to name his disappointment, take a slow breath, and give himself time to feel let down before thinking about what comes next, children discover that they do not have to pretend everything is okay straight away. And when Barnaby is finally ready for a new plan, he discovers that different does not have to mean worse.

Why families will love this book:

• Helps children recognise and understand feelings of disappointment
• Reassures children that feeling upset when plans change is completely normal
• Gives children space to feel disappointed before looking for a solution
• Encourages flexibility, resilience, and adapting to unexpected changes
• Opens meaningful conversations about cancelled plans, changes, and expectations
• Shows children that Plan B does not have to replace Plan A to become its own kind of wonderful

Perfect for children who are:

• Coping with cancelled plans, bad weather, or unexpected changes
• Struggling when something does not happen the way they expected
• Learning to adapt when routines or schedules change
• Building flexibility and emotional resilience
• Discovering that a different plan can still bring happiness and fun

Ideal for birthdays, rainy days, cancelled outings, changing family plans, classrooms, bedtime reading, family story time, or anytime children need a little extra help when life does not go according to plan.

Includes a page of gentle guidance for parents and caregivers on supporting children through disappointment without rushing them past their feelings.

Product Details

Recommended Age: 3–6 years
Format: Paperback Picture Book
Pages: 32 full-colour pages
Size: 8.5 × 8.5 inches
Language: English
Series: Book Thirteen of the Barnaby Bright series

A comforting story that reminds every child that it is okay to feel disappointed when something special does not go as planned. And when they are ready, a new plan might be waiting with a little magic of its own.

Help your little one handle life's unexpected changes with confidence, flexibility, and hope. Order your copy today.

Please note: Cover and interior artwork shown are concept illustrations. The final printed edition may differ slightly.