A children's picture book introducing geometrical shapes through entertaining stories that deal with emotions. "WHY SO SURLY?" is about friendships and making the best of a not so ideal situation. Ms. Diamond wants to go to the beach but it is rainy and wet. She becomes surly and sad. Her friends show her how to make the best of the day. There is always a silver lining when we focus on what's possible. Through this book, children learn about basic shapes froms and enjoy a story along with it.