In this beautifully written, rhythm-filled story, readers meet a joyful little girl with long yellow hair who loves to twirl, giggle, and create. She lives in a world of princess crowns, chocolate ice cream, and sweet songs-until an unexpected visitor arrives.When a simple game turns sour and she loses a game, her emotions swirl. Mr. Ugly-a sneaky, shadowy force-slips into her heart, feeding off her anger and sadness. But love is stronger than any storm. With a father's gentle wisdom and comforting hug, she is able to overcome finding peace again.Mr. Ugly and the Terrible Raid is based on scripture from James 1:19 and is a heartwarming and meaningful picture book for children and parents alike. It explores big feelings, the power of love, and the importance of managing emotions through faith, kindness, and forgiveness. It is an excellent tool for parents, teachers, and social behavioral counselors in helping young children - including those with special needs - visualize the image of UGLY helping them to self regulate their own emotions. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or any moment when little hearts need a reminder of hope. This story shows how even the smallest among us can face their ugliest feelings-and win.