What Happens If…?
A Choose-Your-Decision Book for Kids (Ages 6–10)
Every day, children face small choices that quietly shape who they become.
What happens if you tell the truth—even when it's uncomfortable?
What happens if you follow the crowd?
What happens if you stop to help when no one expects you to?
What Happens If…? is an interactive decision-making book designed to help children ages 6–10 think through real-life social and emotional situations in a safe, supportive way.
Instead of giving lectures or moral rules, this book invites children to step into everyday scenarios and choose what the main character should do next. Each choice leads to a different outcome, showing how decisions affect feelings, relationships, and trust.
There are no "right" or "wrong" paths—only opportunities to reflect, learn, and try again.
Each chapter includes:
- A realistic, age-appropriate situation
- Multiple decision paths and outcomes
- Reflection questions for children
- A guidance section for parents and caregivers
The stories encourage children to pause, notice their emotions, and consider the impact of their actions—skills that support empathy, responsibility, and confidence over time.
This book is well-suited for:
- Families reading together
- Classrooms and social-emotional learning programs
- School counselors and therapists
- Homeschool environments
What Happens If…? helps children practice making thoughtful choices—without pressure, shame, or judgment—so they can build decision-making skills they'll use for life.
Book 1 in the What Happens If…? decision-making series
Written by Daniel Rowan
Published by Thoughtful Choices Press
