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Poosha and Pocco and the Angry Tug-of-War
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.
Big feelings. Tough choices. One squeaky toy in the middle.
When Poosha and Pocco both want the same toy, anger shows up fast-tight tummies, stomp-stomp paws, and BIG voices. What happens next depends on the choice you make.
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.
Melly Cullingford · 2026