Amelia, a little girl, and Nilson, a big blue monster, do everything together, and Amelia tries to help Nilson when he starts to get upset. Her strategies mirror those of an experienced caregiver: distracting with tasty incentives like banana pancakes, reframing errands as an adventure, offering a toy to play with while waiting in line. But when Nilson gets the last scoop of banana ice cream, it's Amelia who begins to throw a fit, and Nilson who pacifies her by offering to share. The final page reveals the two of them at bedtime, with Nilson shrunk down to ordinary stuffed animal size. ( )

This book is about the friendship between a little girl Amelia and her Gorilla friend Nilson. Together they do everything but when something goes wrong, Nilson can't control his enormous fits. Amelia has ideas that help Nilson control his fits but even sometimes its hard for her to stay calm too.

A fun, clever take on little ones in the tantrum stage of life. ( )

nice story about remaining calm ( )

Stressed and tired, I got away from the desk and drove across town to the library. It is a joy to sit, relax and read wonderful children's books.

I read many children's books today and look forward to sharing the stories with the children in our life.

This is a lovely book of Nilson and Amelia. Nilson throws big house-shaking fits. Amelia's task is to calm him. Flying off at the slightest thing, Nilson is difficult, and then charming.

And, as the author shows, Amelia would be wise to heed her own advice, because sometimes she needs calming down as well.

This is a fun story and mode to talk to little ones (and big ones) about how others react when emotions are out-of control. ( )