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Kyle is a fourth-grader who sometimes feels blue and out of sorts. He's not sure why, but he can never bounce back when he gets into a funk. When things go wrong at school or home, he can't shake it off and just move on. With the help of a kind teacher, Kyle learns how to recognize and manage his sadness by reframing his attitude and learning how to Start Acting Differently.
Bryan Smith comes from a family of educators. He has worked in education for over 20 years. Bryan began his career as an elementary school teacher before realizing he had a passion for helping children deal with difficult issues. He has since spent more than 15 years as an elementary school counselor, where he teaches students life skills that will help them succeed.
Through his writing, Bryan hopes to motivate, educate and inspire children. His stories address topics like sportsmanship, executive functions, self-control and self acceptance.
When he isn't working as a school counselor or writing, Bryan enjoys coaching his two boys in baseball.
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