What is Mom’s Cloud and the Beach Adventure?
A beach day. A stubborn cloud. A family’s love.
Alma and Max are eager for sunshine and adventure. But a cloud rolls in over Mom, casting shadows on her day. With empathy and playful hearts, the family encourages her to rest, reminding her that it’s okay to not be okay, because clouds don’t last forever.
Complete with discussion questions and resources, this picture book gives children ages 4-8 the language to understand when someone they love is struggling, while celebrating that sometimes, simply being together is the most caring thing.
Category / Genre:
Children’s Picture Book / Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Intended Audience:
Children ages 4-7yrs old– &the adults reading alongside them
Mission
Our mission is to share our story so families know they are not alone, helping children & caregivers navigate big feelings, & to give back through programs like the Pay It Forward bundle, which donates proceeds & books to mental health organizations.
Publication Details
Publisher: Ziggleoafing Books
Format: Hardcover, eBook
Trim Size: 8.5” x 11”
Page Count: 36 pages
Publication Date: eBook: Feb 2026 | Hardcover: Mar 2026
ISBN: 9798994068922, 979-8994068977
Retail Price: $19.99, $4.99
Resources Featured in the Book
Resources featured in the back of the book include conversation starters, activity prompts, & links to supportive organizations for families.
Book Promotional Info
For a full list of podcast interviews, media articles, & other appearances, please visit the Author Appearances page.
Goodreads Review Excerpt: “I loved how the cloud becomes a simple, child-friendly way to show that adults have hard days too and that those feelings are real, but temporary. The beach setting keeps the story light while the message remains calm and reassuring.”
Goodreads Review Excerpt: “I love when children’s books don’t shy away from tough topics, but meet them head-on and deliver a positive, clear message for kids. “Mom’s Cloud and Beach Adventure” does just that, will recommend!”
Contact Information & Social Media
- cloudydaychronicles@gmail.com
- Author Website
- Resources Repository
- Request Speaker Events
For interviews, events, or review copies, please reach out directly to Kendall Concini.
For downloadable PDFs of any materials listed above, please also reach out directly.
Don’t forget, find the beauty in the chaos & be kind.