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Emotions
Observing faces, feelings and experiences builds emotional literacy
Classics, Perspective, Emotions, NY Times Best Sellers
Swim along with the pout-pout fish as he discovers that being glum and spreading "dreary wearies" isn't really his destiny. Bright ocean colors and playful rhyme come together in Deborah Diesen's fun fish story that's sure to turn even the poutiest of frowns upside down.
Deborah Diesen
Emotions, Compassion
FUN. INTERACTIVE. EMPOWERING. THE BOOK THEY'LL LOVE TO READ AGAIN AND AGAIN!
With 9 Stories in 1, the fun never ends! What Should Danny Do? is an innovative, interactive book that empowers kids with the understanding that their choices will shape their days, and ultimately their lives into what they will be. Written in a "Choose Your Own Story" style, the book follows Danny, a Superhero-in-Training, through his day as he encounters choices that kids face on a daily basis. As your children navigate through the different story lines, they will begin to realize that their choices for Danny shaped his day into what it became. And in turn, their choices for themselves will shape their days, and ultimately their lives, into what they will be.
Adir Levy
Mat Sadler
Emotions, Modern Favs
The smash-hit #1 New York Times bestselling picture book about feeling your feelings is now available as a board book!
Jim the chimpanzee is in a terrible mood for no good reason. His friends can't understand it--how can he be in a bad mood when it's SUCH a beautiful day? They encourage him not to hunch, to smile, and to do things that make THEM happy. But Jim can't take all the advice...and has a bit of a meltdown. Could it be that he just needs a day to feel grumpy?
Suzanne and Max Lang's hilarious approach to this very important lesson is now in a toddler-friendly board book format! It is an excellent case study in the dangers of putting on a happy face and demonstrates to kids that they are allowed to feel their feelings (though they should be careful of hurting others in the process!).
Suzanne Lang
Max Lang
Emotions, Lovey Dovey, Graduation, Grief
Specifically written to address children's fear of being apart from the ones they love, The Invisible String delivers a particularly compelling message in today's uncertain times that though we may be separated from the ones we care for, whether through anger, or distance or even death, love is the unending connection that binds us all, and, by extension, ultimately binds every person on the planet to everyone else. Parents and children everywhere who are looking for reassurance and reaffirmation of the transcendent power of love, to bind, connect and comfort us through those inevitable times when life challenges us!
Patrice Karst
Geoff Stevenson
Emotions, Compassion
FUN. INTERACTIVE. EMPOWERING.
"The absolute best gift available for any 4-9 year old." - Maya Shanun, Pediatrician & Mother of 5
8 stories in 1! Danny is back in an all new adventure! In this follow up to the #1 Amazon Best Seller, What Should Danny Do?, your children will get to decide how Danny's day at school will end! Children love being able to make all the choices for this Superhero-in-Training and control the outcome of the book, while parents and teachers love the lessons the book teaches! Try to reach all 8 endings in this "Choose Your Own Story" adventure!
Adir Levy
Mat Sadler
Emotions
Yucky music, great big feet.
Ladies smelling way too sweet.
Look at knees and stand in line.
Llama Llama starts to whine.
Does any child like to go shopping? Not Llama Llama! But Mama can’t leave Llama at home, so off they go to Shop-O-Rama. Lots of aisles. Long lines. Mama is too busy to notice that Llama Llama is getting m-a-d! And before he knows it, he’s having a full-out tantrum! Mama quickly calms him down, but she also realizes that they need to make shopping more fun for both of them. Parents and children are sure to recognize themselves in this fun-to-read follow-up to the popular Llama Llama Red Pajama.
Anna Dewdney
Mothers, Emotions
Laugh out loud with a story that all toddlers--and their moms!--will know and love!
All Mrs. Large wants is five minutes' peace from her energetic children, so she heads to the bathtub for some well-deserved quiet time. But the kids want Mom to join in their fun, so they follow her wherever she goes!
With a relatable dilemma and hilarious art, Five Minutes' Peace is a favorite among moms, and this new format will make it the perfect baby gift.
Jill Murphy
Pets, Emotions
Lynley Dodd's iconic first Hairy Maclary book, which introduces the famous Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy and his canine gang.
Out of the gate
and off for a walk
went Hairy Maclary
from Donaldson's Dairy
Hairy Maclary's friends join him for a walk until, with a sudden yowl, a wail and a howl, they all run off.
What could have caused such a scatter of paws?
Lynley Dodd
Emotions
This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to teach children about self-control and the importance of compromise!
Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Brother and Sister are having a bad case of the “gimmies.” Whenever they don’t get what they want, they throw a tantrum. But is this really the best way to handle their emotions? Includes over 50 bonus stickers!
Stan Berenstain
Emotions
Having a pet dragon is very fun.
But your dragon can get very angry and upset when you tell him "NO!"
He can burn your house down to the ground and everything you own!
Isn't that scary? What do you do?
You need to teach your dragon how to accept "No" for an answer!
Get this book now and learn how!
Fun, cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations, this playful book will teach kids how to handle Disagreement, Emotions and Anger Management.
A must have book for children and parents to teach kids about Disagreement, Emotions and Anger Management.
Get this book now and enjoy!
Steve Herman
Self-Esteem, Diverse Leads, Emotions, Affirmations
Based on a viral video comes the story of one boy's positive energy and how a sunny outlook can turn everything around.
It's a new day and Ayaan has woken up on the wrong side of the bed, where nothing feels quite right. What if he doesn't know the answer at school? What if he messes up? But as he sets out that morning, all it takes is a few reminders from his mom and some friends in the neighborhood to remind him that a new day is a good day because...
HE IS SMART,
HE IS BLESSED,
AND HE CAN DO ANYTHING!
Alissa Holder
Zulekha Holder-Young
Compassion, Emotions, Graduation, NY Times Best Sellers
What the Road Said is the New York Times-bestselling comforting and uplifting picture book from bestselling poet and activist Cleo Wade.
Which way do I go?
That is your choice to make,
said the Road.
But what if I go the wrong way?
The Road curved a little,
almost as if it was giving me a hug, and said,
Do not worry. Sometimes we go the wrong way on our
way to the right way.
It's okay to be afraid or to sometimes wander down the wrong path. Bestselling poet and activist Cleo Wade's What the Road Said features illustrations by Lucie de Moyencourt and encourages us to lead with kindness and curiosity, remembering that the most important thing we can do in life is to keep going.
Cleo Wade
Lucie de Moyencourt
Emotions, Affirmations
Kids learn well through repetition, and simple easy to 'get' language.
Your children will incorporate the mindful mantra I Can Handle It almost immediately after reading this book!
In a tough situation, they will think 'I can handle it', and when they are dealing with tough emotions, they will think 'I can handle it!'. Even if they aren't saying the words out loud, if they learn and practice this mantra it will become a part of their self-talk.
Positive self-talk is incredibly important for improving and maintaining mental health and the mindful mantra books are a way to plant that positivity right into a child's head!
Help your child learn to handle difficult emotions along with Sebastien, and provide a tool for lifelong confidence.
Depression and anxiety don't discriminate and our kids need help. I Can Handle It equips children with a necessary skill to alleviate everyday anxieties that arise in their lives.
Laurie Wright
Emotions
How to teach kids about emotions and feelings?Like teaching them everything else - using clear words, familiar situations, exciting pictures and a lot of hands-on activities (games, puzzles, coloring pages, etc.) One can, of course, spend time and find various resources online. Or one can get just one book.This book is an excellent educational source that has is all. The book includes a cute story that kids can relate to, beautiful illustrations that capture children's attention, calming-down activities for kids, instructions to adults on the follow-up activities, emotions cards, feelings cards, coloring pages and related short stories to teach kids empathy.
Natalia Maguire
Anastasia Zababashkina
Colors, Emotions, Best of Dr Seuss
Accompanying a manuscript Dr. Seuss wrote in 1973, was a letter outlining his hopes of finding "a great color artist who will not be dominated by me." The late Dr. Seuss saw his original text about feelings and moods as part of the "first book ever to be based on beautiful illustrations and sensational color." The quest for an artist finally ended—after the manuscript languished for more than two decades—at the paint brushes of husband-and-wife team Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher whose stunning, expressive paintings reveal such striking images as a bright red horse kicking its heels, a cool and quiet green fish, a sad and lonely purple dinosaur, and an angrily howling black wolf. Using a spectrum of vibrant colors and a menagerie of animals, this unique book does for the range of human moods and emotions what Oh, the Places You'll Go! does for the human life cycle. Here is a wonderful way for parents to talk with children about their feelings. With Johnson and Fancher's atmospheric, large-scale paintings bursting off the pages, Dr. Seuss's vision is brought to life. This rare and beautiful book is bound to appeal to both the innocent young and the most sophisticated seniors.
Dr. Seuss
Steve Johnson
Emotions
Four animal friends cheer up a very cranky bear.
Nick Bland's expressive, adorable illustrations complement delightful, rhyming, read-aloud text in this lesson about the importance of sharing with others. Moose, Lion, Zebra, and Sheep take shelter in a cave on a cold and rainy day, only to realize that a bear is there. The bear roars loudly and says that he is trying to sleep. Not understanding why the bear is so cranky, the other animals come up with ways to cheer up the bear. Moose finds antlers for him, Lion gives him a mane, and Zebra paints on stripes. Is there anything the four well-meaning friends can do to help the bear sleep?
Nick Bland
Going to School, Emotions
Lilly loves all sorts of things. She loves school, she loves dressing up, she even grows to love her stinky baby brother, Julius. In fact, Lilly loves everything! But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse to school and can't wait until sharing time to show off the purse and her movie star sunglasses, her teacher, Mr. Slinger, has to take away her prized possessions.
Lilly's fury leads her to draw a mean picture of her favorite teacher. It isn’t until Mr. Slinger gives her belongings back to her with a kind note and snacks that Lilly realizes she owes Mr. Slinger an apology.
Lilly, the star of Chester's Way and Julius, the Baby of the World, is back. And this time she has her name in the title—something she's wanted all along. If you thought Lilly was funny before, you are in for a treat. So hurry up and start reading. Lilly can't wait for you to find out more about her.
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse is a picture book to share at home or in the classroom—Lilly is funny and unique, and her irrepressible joy is catching. Kids, parents, and teachers will all relate to the powerful emotions and appreciate the sweet and satisfying resolution.
Kevin Henkes
Caldecott Medal, Imagination, Emotions
What are you waiting for? An owl, a puppy, a bear, a rabbit, and a pig wait for marvelous things to happen in this irresistible and resonant picture book by the New York Times–bestselling and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.
Five friends sit happily on a windowsill, waiting for something amazing to happen. The owl is waiting for the moon. The pig is waiting for the rain. The bear is waiting for the wind. The puppy is waiting for the snow. And the rabbit is just looking out the window because he likes to wait! What will happen? Will patience win in the end? Or someday will the friends stop waiting and do something unexpected?
Waiting is a big part of childhood—waiting in line, waiting to grow up, waiting for something special to happen—but in this book, a child sets the stage and pulls the strings. Timeless, beautiful, and deeply heartfelt, this picture book about imaginative play, the seasons, friendship, and surprises is a Caldecott Honor and Geisel Honor Book.
Share Waiting alongside Mo Willems's Waiting Is Not Easy at home or in a classroom—these books about waiting for kids will be enjoyed as picture book stories and also allow kids to explore their emotions about that ultimate frustration: waiting.
Kevin Henkes
Emotions
Caldecott Medal-winning author/artist Ed Emberley provides readers with an imaginatively crafted book that helps children identify and understand their emotions.
Glad, sad, silly, mad—monsters have all kinds of different feelings! In this innovative die-cut book, you'll try on funny masks as you walk through the wide range of moods all little monsters (and kids!) experience.
Here's an ingenious, interactive book about working through big feelings with play and imagination.
Ed Emberley
Emotions, Friendship
Two fuzzy friends are having a fun playdate when a new pal hops in. As the day continues, each friend feels left out at times. It isn’t so easy to figure out how to act when everything seems to change. With humor and heart, the beloved characters from Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner You Are (Not) Small navigate a friendship triangle as only they can.
Anna Kang
Voicing Opinions, Emotions, Bullying Solutions
Blue is a quiet color. Red’s a hothead who likes to pick on Blue. Yellow, Orange, Green, and Purple don’t like what they see, but what can they do? When no one speaks up, things get out of hand — until One comes along and shows all the colors how to stand up, stand together, and count. As budding young readers learn about numbers, counting, and primary and secondary colors, they also learn about accepting each other's differences and how it sometimes just takes one voice to make everyone count.
Kathryn Otoshi
Friendships, Emotions, Fantasy
In this funny and sweet new book in the bestselling Darth Vader™ series, Eisner Award–winning author Jeffrey Brown offers an intimate look at the friendships between best pals in the Star Wars universe, from Darth Vader and the Emperor to Leia and her Ewok pals, Han and Chewie, C-3PO and R2-D2, the bounty hunters, and other favorite characters. Jealousy, birthday parties, lightsaber battles, sharing, intergalactic rebellion and more all come into play as Brown's charming illustrations and humor irresistibly combine the adventures of our friends in a galaxy far, far away with everyday events closer to home.
Jeffrey Brown
Emotions
Margaret Wise Brown, the New York Times bestselling author of the perennial classics Goodnight Moon and Runaway Bunny, asks children to think deeply about the importance of everyday objects, from apples to spoons. With lyrical words and vivid illustrations by Caldecott winner Leonard Weisgard, The Important Book shows children just how important everyday objects can be.
What is the most important thing about a spoon? The fact that you can eat with it? What about an apple? Or a shoe? This book helps curious preschoolers notice important details about their everyday surroundings, like daisies are white, rain is wet, and a spoon is used for eating.
For the important thing about The Important Book is that the book resonates long after it's closed. What's most important about many familiar things—like rain and wind, apples and daisies—is suggested in rhythmic words and vivid pictures. "A perfect book. The text establishes a word game which tiny children will accept with glee," said Kirkus.
Margaret Wise Brown
Leonard Weisgard
Emotions, Being Yourself, Animals
A joyful celebration of self-awareness and acceptance known and loved by millions of children around the world, now with art remastered by the illustrator.
In this classic children’s book by celebrated author-illustrator team Don and Audrey Wood, a young boy describes himself as "loud as a lion," "quiet as a clam," "tough as a rhino," and "gentle as a lamb." Readers will delight in the variety of animal expressions as they discover many different emotions, and learn to accept that all feelings are valid.
Audrey Wood
Don Wood
Emotions
Having a pet dragon is very fun.
You can teach him to sit, roll over, and play...
He can candle a birthday cake, lit a campfire, and so many other cool things...
But what if your dragon doesn't want to follow instructions?
What if he always want to do things his way - often the wrong ways?
What if he's so frustrated because everything he did always went wrong?
What should you do?
You teach him to listen and follow instructions!
But how?
Get this book and learn how!
Fun, cute, and entertaining with beautiful illustrations, this is a must have book for children, parents and teachers to teach kids about the importance of listening and following instructions.
Steve Herman
Celebrity Authors, Emotions
From the #1 New York Times bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell, authors of I’m Gonna Like Me and Where Do Balloons Go?, Today I Feel Silly helps children understand and appreciate their shifting moods.
Jamie Lee Curtis's zany and touching verse, paired with Laura Cornell's whimsical and original illustrations, helps kids explore, identify, and, even have fun with their ever-changing moods.
Silly, cranky, excited, or sad—everyone has moods that can change each day. And that’s okay! Follow the boisterous, bouncing protagonist as she explores her moods and how they change from day to day.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Laura Cornell
Emotions, Friendships
From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, the perfect picture book for helping children navigate social situations and connect with peers.
Meesha loves making things, but she finds it hard to make friends. She doesn't know quite what to do, what to say, or when to say it, and she struggles with responding to social cues. But one day, she discovers that she has a special talent that will help her navigate challenging social situations and make friends.
A warm and affectionate story about the joys and difficulties of building and maintaining friendships and relating to others, Meesha Makes Friends helps young readers find their place in the world.
Tom Percival
Emotions
R-O-A-R! What happens when little dinosaurs get mad, mad, MAD? And how do they take a deep breath and calm down?
When little dinosaurs get angry, they sometimes misbehave. Readers will laugh aloud and relate to all the dinosaur-sized antics, from stomping and yelling to tantrums and meltdowns. But after a dinosaur storms around the house, it's time to calm down. That's when a dinosaur knows to count to ten, clean up the mess... and give big hugs, of course! Mama and Papa don't like outbursts but they always love their children.
The award-winning team of Yolen and Teague have created a fun, engaging book sure to help children handle anger and frustration. Everybody gets mad sometimes. Parents, educators, and children can talk about it.
With the same warmth, charm, and humor in all the bestselling How Do Dinosaurs books, here is the perfect way to say, "I'm sorry -- and I love you." Now in board book, perfect for little hands!
Jane Yolen
Mark Teague
Growth Mindset, Emotions
The journey of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon continues with an inspiring story of friendship and discovery for readers of all ages.
In the eagerly anticipated follow up to the international bestseller, The Journey: Big Panda and Tiny Dragon continues the adventures of two unlikely traveling companions as they embark on a path that brings them farther from home, and closer to each other and themselves.
“Change,” said Big Panda. “even if you don’t know where it will lead, is better than stagnation.”
When Tiny Dragon feels unhappy, he confides in Big Panda, who leads his friend on a journey to heal his heart. They explore new lands, encounter extraordinary experiences, face demanding challenges, and, ultimately, find contentment. As Big Panda and Tiny Dragon trek further on their trail of acceptance, they learn that changes and challenges are a natural part of life and essential for growth.
Illustrated with the same charm and warmth as the original bestseller, Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, this all-new spiritual journey imparts both ancient wisdom, and soothes today’s troubled souls. Full of inspiration and touching humor, The Journey: Big Panda and Tiny Dragon is a heartwarming tale of adventure and acceptance.
James Norbury
NY Times Best Sellers, Emotions
From Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long comes a story about the strongest bond there is and the diverse and powerful ways it connects us all.
"In the beginning there is light
and two wide-eyed figures standing near the foot of your bed
and the sound of their voices is love.
...
A cab driver plays love softly on his radio
while you bounce in back with the bumps of the city
and everything smells new, and it smells like life."
In this heartfelt celebration of love, Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long depict the many ways we experience this universal bond, which carries us from the day we are born throughout the years of our childhood and beyond. With a lyrical text that's soothing and inspiring, this tender tale is a needed comfort and a new classic that will resonate with readers of every age.
Matt de la Peña
Loren Long
Emotions, Sci-fi
Search Your Feelings continues Katie Cook's adorable run of Star Wars primers for young Padawans.
Featuring fun poems and illustrations about different emotions that tie to iconic moments from across the Star Wars saga, this is the perfect book to add to a youngling's growing library.
Calliope Glass
Emotions
Teach Your Children The Importance of Rules.
Your Children Will Immediately Understand The Reason Why We Have Rules Through This Cute Dragon Book.
Having a pet dragon is very fun.
You can teach your dragon to sit, stand, roll over, and you can even potty train him...
But what if your dragon does not like to follow rules? What if he does everything he could to get away with all the rules he hates?
What do you do?
You teach him that rules are good even though he hates them. So he understands the importance of rule following.
How do you do it? - Get this book now and find out how!
Fun, cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations, this playful dragon book will help kids to understand the importance of following rules.
Steve Herman
Emotions
Meet Ezzy, an adventurous child dealing with emotions that have begun to feel like monsters.Can Ezzy use mindfulness to make peace with those feelings? Find out in "Be Mindful of Monsters," a brand new early reader by registered play therapist Lauren Stockly.
"Be Mindful of Monsters" follows Ezzy on an important journey toward accepting uncomfortable emotions. Written to help children understand and cope with powerful feelings, the book pairs therapeutic purpose with a compelling story and beautiful illustrations that demonstrate how mindfulness can be an essential tool for emotional acceptance. With universal themes, diverse characters and a gender-neutral protagonist, "Be Mindful of Monsters" can resonate with any child, regardless of their specific circumstances.
Ezzy's story is designed to meet a wide range of needs, from reading for fun to targeted therapy, and is crafted to spark dialogue between children and their caregivers. While the importance of accepting uncomfortable emotions rather than pushing them away can be very challenging for kids, "Be Mindful of Monsters" shows rather than tells, providing readers with vivid metaphors of how emotions work in the brain.
In addition to its therapeutic narrative, "Be Mindful of Monsters," includes beautiful illustrations by celebrated artist Ellen Surrey, the creator of several books whose work has also been featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. The story's visual elements are influenced by the drawings of real kids.
Lauren Stockly
Ellen Surrey
Emotions, Self-Regulation
Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell, the #1 New York Times bestselling team behind Today I Feel Silly and I'm Gonna Like Me, return with It’s Hard to Be Five, a story of self-control and learning to do your best every day!
Learning not to hit? Having to wait your turn? Sitting still? It's hard to be five!
But Jamie Lee Curtis's encouraging text and Laura Cornell's playful illustrations make the struggles of self-control a little bit easier and a lot more fun. Kids will laugh in recognition of siblings, classmates, and friends—and maybe even themselves.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Laura Cornell
Emotions, Perseverance, African American Leads
Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López's highly anticipated companion to their #1 New York Times bestseller The Day You Begin illuminates the power in each of us to face challenges with confidence.
On a dreary, stuck-inside kind of day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother’s advice: “Use those beautiful and brilliant minds of yours. Lift your arms, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and believe in a thing. Somebody somewhere at some point was just as bored you are now.” And before they know it, their imaginations lift them up and out of their boredom. Then, on a day full of quarrels, it’s time for a trip outside their minds again, and they are able to leave their anger behind. This precious skill, their grandmother tells them, harkens back to the days long before they were born, when their ancestors showed the world the strength and resilience of their beautiful and brilliant minds. Jacqueline Woodson’s lyrical text and Rafael Lopez’s dazzling art celebrate the extraordinary ability to lift ourselves up and imagine a better world.
Jacqueline Woodson
Rafael López
Emotions, Modern Men
Hello, adventurous and amazing boy. Did you know that you are very special?
You are unique, which means there is only one of you in the entire world. Do you know how incredible that is? This planet has billions of people on it, and there is no one like you on it. You have a wonderful way of looking at the world. You are brave, funny, intelligent, and incredible. It would help if you always remembered that. Only you know how to shine the special light inside you, and only you can give that light to others.
This book has a bunch of boys in it who are brave and strong like you. They go through the same things you do each day. They get scared, worried, and once in a while, they don’t win, but they work hard, keep trying, and learn from their mistakes until they get things right.
It’s time to shine your light on your corner of the world. Bring it to other people, let go of fear, and learn the lessons of life. Believe in yourself, and you can accomplish anything. You are an amazing boy!
Nadia Ross
Emotions
YES! This must-have toddler title sheds light on some concepts with a comical flair that will make readers HAPPY.
A towering ice-cream cone makes Baby HAPPY. But when that delectable treat goes splat, it makes Baby SAD. And how quickly HAPPY turns to SAD when a favorite red balloon flies away! Even the littlest listeners will relate to this playful look at a pair of emotions that are part of every baby’s day.
Leslie Patricelli
Real Photos, Emotions
You can read a book, but did you know that you can also read a face?
A face can tell you what someone is feeling. In this expressive photo-essay, simple text and photographs introduce basic emotions – happy, grumpy, thoughtful, and more – and how people show them.
Whether shared with a group, parents, or a counselor-individually or in a class-this title provides the tools to facilitate discussion about children and their feelings."―School Library Journal
Shelley Rotner
Marvel, Emotions
Little Thor is MAD and he doesn’t know what to do about it.
Little Thor is very strong. He can lift very heavy things. But when Loki knocks over the city of blocks Little Thor has worked very hard to build, Thor gets very, VERY mad. Should Little Thor use his hammer to destroy everything around him—or should he take a moment, think about why he’s angry, and talk about it? This board book about coping with emotions is perfect for any kid who knows what it’s like to feel mad.
Victoria Watson Nguyen
Rubin Pingk
NY Times Best Sellers, Emotions
The Sour Grape holds grudges for every reason under the sun. Lime never returned a scarf they borrowed? Grudge! Orange never called back? Grudge! But when a friend holds a grudge against the Sour Grape without listening to an explanation, the Sour Grape realizes how unfair grudges can be. Could a bunch of forgiveness and compassion be enough to turn a sour grape sweet?
Jory John
Pete Oswald
Emotions, Movement
Shake, clap, jump, and wiggle your way through this classic Raffi sing-along book!
Join a group of happy campers on a fun moonlit night in this beloved Raffi Song to Read. The rhythm, rhyme, and repetition of singing support and encourage speech and listening skills, laying the foundations for later reading.
Raffi
Maple Lam
Emotions
The crayons are back in this board book all about feelings from the creators of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home!
Everyone knows the crayons love to color, but did you know that crayons have feelings too? Sometimes they are happy and sometimes they feel downright blue.
From the creative minds behind the The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home, comes a fun board book to help young readers understand and express their feelings.
Drew Daywalt
Oliver Jeffers
Being Yourself, Emotions, NY Times Best Sellers
This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance, from a New York Times bestselling and award-winning creator.
The first picture book written and illustrated by award-winning creator Vashti Harrison traces a child’s journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small is a tender portrayal of how you can stand out and feel invisible at the same time.
Vashti Harrison
Emotions
All quiet is not created equal. In this irresistibly charming picture book, many different quiet moments are captured, from the anticipation-heavy “Top of the roller coaster quiet” to the shocked-into-silence “First look at your new hairstyle quiet.” The impossibly sweet bears, rabbits, fish, birds, and iguanas are all rendered in soft pencils and colored digitally, and, as in all of the best picture books, the illustrations propel the story far beyond the words. A sure-to-be-a-classic bedtime favorite.
Deborah Underwood
Renata Liwska
Emotions
2019 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards Bronze Winner
2020 Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient
An engaging and interactive story showing children ages 3-6 the power of breath when dealing with new and difficult emotions.
Read aloud and breathe along with this sweet story teaching children how to navigate powerful emotions like anger, fear, sadness, confusion, anxiety, and loneliness. With rhythmic writing and engaging illustrations, Breathing Makes It Better guides children to breathe through their feelings and find calm with recurring cues to stop and take a breath. Simple guided practices, like imagining you are a tree blowing in the wind, follow each story to teach children how to apply mindfulness techniques when they need them the most.
Christopher Willard
Wendy O'Leary
Emotions, Vocabulary
I know some Big Words.
I'll teach them to you.
Although you are small,
you can use Big Words too.
Big Words aren't scary.
They're big fun to learn.
I was taught once
and now it's your turn.
The eighth hilarious book by number-one New York Times best-selling author Jamie Lee Curtis helps little people communicate in a big person's world. With grown-up words like "cooperate", "respect", "patience", and "considerate", a big, boisterous and zany family celebrates the power of language and discovers that words - big or little - are the bridge that connects us all.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Laura Cornell
Emotions
Ever feel like you need a hug, a really big hug from someone? That's how Felipe the young cactus feels, but his family just isn't the touchy-feely kind. Cactuses can be quite prickly sometimes you know . . . and so can Felipe. But he'll be darned if this one pointy issue will hold him back, so one day Felipe sets off on his own to find a friend and just maybe, that long awaited hug.
In her debut picture book, Simona Ciraola creates an endearing tale of friendship, beautifully illustrated with buoyant wit and the perfect story to share.
Simona Ciraolo
Emotions
A boldly illustrated picture book read-aloud about how everyone gets sad—ninjas, wrestlers, knights, superheroes, everyone . . . even daddies have emotions!
Did you know wrestlers have feelings? And knights. Even superheroes and ninjas feel sad sometimes. In fact everyone has feelings—especially dads who love their children!
Children will love recognizing their feelings in Keith Negley's bold illustrations which accompany a fun-to-read-aloud narrative.
Parents can joyfully engage with children in a lighthearted discussion about emotions and how they affect us all!
Keith Negley
Emotions
Why is waiting so hard for dinosaurs?
The Little Dino has no patience. He wants what he wants when he wants it. If his parents say, "in a minute," he reacts as if they have said "in a year".
This cute and funny story help kids discover that some things are worth the wait.
*It is OK to be frustrated when you have to wait
*Learn how to recognize the needs of others
*Helping your child learn self-control and practice waiting
*Making choices and understand consequences
*Waiting can also be a lot of fun
Sarah Read
Emotions, Sewing, Nostalgia
A must-have board book for Anne of Green Gables fans, with charming, hand-embroidered illustrations.
Iconic moments from the beloved L.M. Montgomery classic are celebrated in this adorable concept book. Artist Kelly Hill creates vignettes that showcase Anne's wide array of feelings, including happy, brave and, of course, the depths of despair.
Each feeling is brought to life through a memorable Anne scene, with simple text and tactile, gorgeous works of art created from cut fabric and embroidery.
Part of a series of Anne concept books, Anne's Feelings is a perfect way to introduce future fans to this winning character.
Kelly Hill
Embracing Change, Emotions
From the creator of The Rabbit Listened comes a gentle story about the difficulty of change . . . and the wonder that new beginnings can bring.
Change and transitions are hard, but Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend! demonstrates how, when one experience ends, it opens the door for another to begin. It follows two best friends as they say goodbye to snowmen, and hello to stomping in puddles. They say goodbye to long walks, butterflies, and the sun...and hello to long evening talks, fireflies, and the stars. But the hardest goodbye of all comes when one of the friends has to move away. Feeling alone isn't easy, and sometimes new beginnings take time. But even the hardest days come to an end, and you never know what tomorrow will bring.
Cori Doerrfeld
Emotions, Perspective
A bad day can turn into a good one! Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes's masterful picture book explores a single day from five different points of view.
It’s a bad day for a little yellow bird who loses his favorite tail feather, a little white dog whose leash gets tangled, a little orange fox who can’t find his mother, and a little brown squirrel who drops her nut. But then something good happens to each of them, turning a bad day into a good one. This sturdy board book edition is perfect for snuggling up.
What makes a good day? What makes a bad day? And how can bad be transformed into good?
This exploration of opposites and emotions was described as "a deceptively simple picture book, expertly tuned to the emotions and imaginations of young children" by ALA Booklist in a starred review.
Kevin Henkes
Emotions, Caldecott Medal, NY Times Best Sellers, Nature Lovers
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE 2023 CALDECOTT MEDAL • This glowing and playful picture book features an overheated—and overwhelmed—pup who finds his calm with some sea, sand, and fresh air. Destined to become a classic!
This hot dog has had enough of summer in the city! Enough of sizzling sidewalks, enough of wailing sirens, enough of people's feet right in his face. When he plops down in the middle of a crosswalk, his owner endeavors to get him the breath of fresh air he needs. She hails a taxi, hops a train, and ferries out to the beach.
Here, a pup can run!
With fluid art and lyrical text that have the soothing effect of waves on sand, award-winning author Doug Salati shows us how to find calm and carry it back with us so we can appreciate the small joys in a day.
Doug Salati
Emotions
Introduce your little one to all things hugs in this adorable lift-a-flap sturdy board book that celebrates the universal embrace we all know and love! Packed with fun surprises under every flap and fuzzy animal families, this heartwarming book highlights all the kinds of hugs used to express affection. From bear hugs to warm hugs, babies will love seeing their favorite animals including kittens, giraffes, monkeys, sloths, cheetahs, panda bears, hedgehogs, elephants, and llamas embrace to show their love for one another. Simple sentences reinforce language structure while grasping and lifting the sturdy flaps helps develop fine motor skills. A sweet animal introduction both babies and toddlers will adore that strengthens a love for animals and teaches empathy. A must for little animal lovers!
Collect the entire Babies Love Chunky Lift-a-Flap Board Book series from Cottage Door Press!
Introduces little ones to early social-emotional learning concepts. Touches on themes of empathy and unconditional love.
Sturdy Lift-a-Flap board books with surprises under every flap!
Durable board pages and chunky flaps designed to withstand traditional wear and tear from babies and toddlers
Lifting flaps strengthens hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills of little boys and girls
Perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, Valentine's Day, holidays, and more!
Cottage Door Press
Emotions, Friendship
From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, a story about what to do when jealousy comes between friends.
Milo loves spending time with his best friend, Jay. But when a new girl named Suzi moves in next door, Milo starts to feel left out. The jealous feeling gets stronger and stronger--until suddenly, a GREEN-EYED MONSTER pops up beside him! Soon, the monster is twisting up all of Milo's thoughts and making him sad. It won't leave him alone!
Can Milo find a way to free himself from the monster and repair his friendship?
Warm and uplifting, Milo's Monster is an ideal starting point for helping children to build strong friendships and say goodbye to jealous feelings.
Tom Percival
Emotions
From the bestselling author of The Dark comes another brilliantly illustrated picture book that takes on an intense childhood emotion--this time, anger--in a rollicking, kid-friendly way.
Whether you're a kid or a bee, sometimes you feel so mad, you buzz around looking for people to sting and trouble to make. See how one boy, a swarm of bees, and a whole town can get riled up and then find a way to feel better through the comfort of unconditional love and community.
Printed in a brilliant palette of primary colors, brimming with beautiful dots and stripes, Rilla Alexander's art sings. Not since David Shannon's No, David! have readers been given the pleasure of witnessing such uproariously terrible behavior, unbridled emotion, and ultimately, such comfort.
Lemony Snicket
Rilla Alexander
Disney Favorites, Emotions
This Little Golden Book is based on the Disney and Pixar film Inside Out 2—in theaters summer 2024!
Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 is an all-new adventure inside the mind of now-teenager Riley, who is definitely feeling all kinds of new Emotions. Amy Poehler returns as the voice of Joy. Directed by Kelsey Mann and produced by Mark Nielsen, Inside Out 2 is set for release in Summer 2024. This Little Golden Book retelling of the animated feature film is perfect for children ages 2 to 5, as well as Disney Little Golden Book collectors of all ages!
Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.
Golden Books
Diverse Leads, Emotions
Sasha has one speed―fast. She loves to do lots of things, all at once, as fast as possible. Mr. Sloth has one speed―slow. He loves to do things one at a time, at a nice, easy pace. Can Mr. Sloth’s mindful ways teach Sasha to slow down and enjoy life? Best-selling author Katy Hudson gently weaves a mindfulness theme into this unlikely friendship tale between an energetic girl and a sloth, encouraging children to stop, breathe, and be present in every moment.
Katy Hudson
Diverse Leads, Emotions, Responsibility
What happens when one little lie turns into a big problem? From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry comes the perfect picture book for helping children learn the importance of honesty.
Finn always looks forward to spending time at Grandma's house. But when he accidentally breaks her clock, he panics and tells a little fib, blaming it on his sister. Then-POP!-a little blob appears! As Finn's fibs start piling up, more and more blobs appear. All the fibs make Finn feel awful and upset, until staying at Grandma's isn't fun anymore! Can Finn get rid of the fibs and work up the courage to tell the truth?
Heartwarming and genuine, this book in the Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect starting point for helping children learn the importance of honesty, forgiveness, and responsibility.
The Big Bright Feelings picture book series provides kid-friendly entry points into emotional intelligence topics-from being true to yourself to dealing with worries, managing anger, and making friends. These topics can be difficult to talk about. But these books act as sensitive and reassuring springboards for conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence, and managing feelings.
Tom Percival
Emotions
Who is that little cutie in the mirror? It’s me! Babies and toddlers will love exploring every interactive mirrored page featuring sweet animal friends expressing an emotion. Act silly like a giraffe, look surprised like a monkey, and pretend to sleep like a koala! Playful art and a mirror bring every expression to life in this fun and imaginative story designed to help little ones better understand their feelings.
Lamaze books are designed to spark little triumphs at every stage of baby’s development. Created in conjunction with child development experts, Lamaze books inspire interactive, healthy learning. The high quality, bright colors, friendly faces, and tactile and contrasting patterns of Lamaze books make them a favorite of parents, babies, and experts.
-Story entertains while rhyming text teaching repetitive language patterns to babies and toddlers to help strengthen language development
-Mirrors are great for childhood development and introduce babies to early earning concepts. They help babies explore, learn to see their own faces, and start to recognize their reflections. Mirrors help babies develop self-awareness, a key part of their overall social-emotional development
-Sturdy board pages are easy to grasp and great for practicing fine motor skills. Mirrors inspire babies to reach, pat, and point, also increasing fine motor skills
-Little ones will adore looking at their reflection on every page! A perfect interactive book that teaches children to practice visual tracking and grasp emotions
-Shiny mirrors in every animal scene spark imagination and creativity.
Rose Colombe
Charlotte Pepper
Emotions, Worrying
A gentle metaphor for understanding and processing anxiety and sadness.
Is it possible we’ve misunderstood crying all along? That’s the discovery one big sister sets out to share with her little brother as they walk to school and get caught in a storm. Along the way they explore sadness, loneliness, fear, frustration, anger and more, through gentle metaphor. Their journey examines our tears revealing how they begin, why they happen, and what to do with them. Throughout the book, the message received is that we are safe in our emotional experiences and that feelings, like the weather, come and go. This is an empowering story about navigating and understanding our feelings as a healthy, important, and very natural part of our lives. Have you ever noticed you feel differently after you cry? That’s because Crying is like the Rain.
Heather Hawk Feinberg
Chamisa Kellogg
Emotions
An empowering picture book that invites us to explore and embrace our emotions from Karamo, talk show host and culture expert of Netflix’s hit series Queer Eye, and Jason Brown, featuring illustrations by Diobelle Cerna, and expert-vetted resources.
A father and son are caught in a storm and must learn to navigate the uncertainty together in this poignant picture book by talk show host and beloved Queer Eye star Karamo Brown and his son Jason “Rachel” Brown, perfect for reassuring young readers in times of stress.
I Am Okay to Feel empowers children to talk about their emotions and anxieties, with the reassuring message that “I am okay to feel and heal.” Paired with back matter and resources developed with psychologists, this picture book offers a loving framework for how to identify and express feelings in a healthy way, providing the tools to build emotional intelligence at a formative age.
Karamo Brown
Diobelle Cerna
Emotions, Modern Men
Pete Oswald, the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator and father of three sons unravels the confusing emotions inside boys today against the backdrop of a day at the beach.
When two older brothers tease their younger brother, overwhelming feelings surface, along with the urge to push them away. Highlighted with a rainbow of vibrant colors, this important book shows how the turbulent emotions we experience can be managed by naming and understanding them. Based on real life experience, this story about three brothers offers insight and wisdom that all kids --and grown-ups-- will take to heart.
Pete Oswald is best knows as the NYT #1 bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg as the other books in that series. He is also the illustrator of Attack of the Underwear Dragon, Return of the Underwear Dragon, and Blue Bison Needs a Haircut. Hike, his first solo picture book author/illustrator debut, and it received five starred reviews and demonstrated Pete’s ability to capture important family moments. Similarly, The Noise Inside Boys is Pete's return to social emotional learning books.
Pete Oswald
Emotions
Curated by Chelsea Hetherington, PhD - A Sweet Storybook to Help Kids Learn about Emotions, Empathy and Expressing their Feelings!
The toddler learning period of understanding, recognizing, and expressing different emotions is now made easier with this colorful, informative book that guides children through situations that each evoke a different feeling. This book stimulates emotional understanding, empathy, and is a great learning tool for parents and teachers alike!
- Produced and created by professional writers native in the English language.
- Cool and fun hand drawn illustrations in every page!
- Tons of fun for everyone in the family.
Jennifer L Trace
Being Yourself, Emotions
A story about difference, exclusion, experience, and ultimately the embrace of one's core self, Child of Glass explores the interplay between inner and outer and the journey we have to go on to be at home within ourselves.
"To turn the pages of this book is to witness transformation in real time." —The 2019 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books List
Child of Glass follows Gisele, a fragile yet resilient girl who was born entirely made of glass. Sparkling and luminous, she attracts awe and attention from across the world. But as she is also completely transparent and her innermost thoughts and feelings are always on display, she also faces rejection and alienation. Gisele must, therefore, embark on a journey to find her place in the world. In sparse, poetic language marked by insight and realism, Child of Glass reminds us of the inner courage and capacity for self-realization we all possess.
Child of Glass is beautifully illustrated in a painterly, collaged style that also employs vellum pages to help create the transparent aspect of Gisele. This is a story of layers, textures, and transparencies in every sense and so the use of collage and vellum is really exceptional.
“To draw is to tell. Everyone who feels emotion has something to tell. Emotions keep on changing, growing, as children do. My drawings and stories change with them.” So says Beatrice Alemagna, who was born in Bologna, Italy in 1973. Alemagna has written and illustrated dozens of children’s books, which have received numerous awards and have been translated into fourteen languages. Alemagna’s The Wonderful Fluffy Little Squishy is also published by Enchanted Lion.
Beatrice Alemagna
Emotions
A delightfully imaginative picture book that is both a fun read-aloud and also a great way to engage children in conversations about managing emotions.
Welcome to the Grand Hotel of Feelings, where all kinds of feelings come and stay. Every guest has unique needs. Anger, for example, is very loud and needs plenty of space to scream and shout. Sadness speaks in a small voice and occasionally floods the bathroom. Gratitude likes wandering about in nature; you never know when she might come and sit by your side.
Some feelings are big and some are small, some are fun and some are tricky, but no feeling is ever turned away. At the Grand Hotel of Feelings, there is room for everyone!
The Grand Hotel of Feelings is now available in 24 languages worldwide!
Lidia Brankovic
Emotions
Dive into the hilarious story of a hug-loving kraken who learns that sometimes it's better to keep your tentacles to yourself.
Klyde the kraken loves nothing more than a good hug, but whenever he tries to hug the animals in the ocean, they all swim away. Then one day, the colossal creature's monstrous embrace takes down a pirate ship and the shipwrecked buccaneers surprise Klyde and the reader with a valuable lesson of emotional literacy: While many friends love to hug, some prefer other ways to greet their mateys.
Brooke Hartman’s buoyant, cheerful, and sidesplitting verses combine with Laura Borio’s beautifully quirky and charming illustrations to deliver a heart-warming story of social-emotional learning on the high seas.
Brooke Hartman
Laura Borio
Emotions
An engaging story that helps children work with difficult emotions by imagining them as playful monsters in a parade (ages 3-7).
Watch as the anger monster passes and the sadness monster disappears--it’s all part of the parade of feelings we experience every day. Instead of holding on to their emotions, kids can acknowledge them and let them go on their way.
What’s happening in your parade today?
Here’s the angry monster
Headed this way
It growls so loud
But you know it won't stay
Wendy O'Leary
Noémie Gionet Landry
Asian Culture, Community, Emotions
A cinematic journey through the Seoul subway that masterfully portrays the many unique lives we travel alongside whenever we take the train. A poetic translation of the bestselling Korean picture book.
Accompanied by the constant, rumbling ba-dum ba-dum of its passage through the city, the subway has stories to tell. Between sunrise and sunset, it welcomes and farewells people, and holds them―along with their joys, hopes, fears, and memories―in its embrace.
Originally published in Korean and brought to English-speaking audiences with the help of renowned translator Deborah Smith (The Vegetarian), I Am the Subway vividly reflects the shared humanity that can be found in crowded metropolitan cities.
Kim Hyo-eun
Gratitude, Emotions, Caldecott Medal
A simple and profound meditation on the many wonders of life from two-time Caldecott Honor recipient Marla Frazee.
In every life, there is love and loss, hope and joy, wonder and mystery. With glowing art and spare, powerful text, Caldecott Honor–winning creator Marla Frazee celebrates the moments, feelings, and experiences, both big and small, that make up a life.
Marla Frazee
African American Leads, Emotions, Celebrity Authors
Learn about feelings and emotions with Shady Baby in this board book created by the bestselling team of Gabrielle Union, Dwyane Wade, and Tara Nicole Whitaker!
Shady Baby is baking cupcakes, and she has some feelings about the process. From excitement or boredom, Shady Baby expresses nine common emotions. Perfect for the youngest of readers, this book will inspire kids to discuss their multitude of feelings in a kid-friendly, accessible format.
Great for:
-Introducing emotional literacy, self-awareness, and empathy to toddlers!
-Reading sequential yet simple storylines!
-Early childhood development!
-Tiny hands, due to its sturdy pages!
Gabrielle Union
Tara Nicole Whitaker
Emotions, Diverse Leads
Sometimes we’re all cranky, and that’s okay! Cranky Right Now shows kids how to deal with those cranky days.
Cranky Right Now brings a much-needed message to kids: sometimes we’re all cranky. Maybe we’re tired, we’re hungry, or we’re just feeling grumpy. Dealing with emotions can be hard. Cranky Right Now is a fun and funny ride through the ups and downs of being cranky, helping kids process difficult feelings, frustrating relationships, and things that just make them mad.
Award-winning author Julie Berry talks about reasons kids can feel cranky and how to recognize those feelings and acknowledge them. She then gives simple practices for moving through crankiness. She shows that it’s okay to be in a bad mood sometimes―just not to take it out on others―and that cranky days will eventually give way to happy ones.
A companion volume to Happy Right Now, with Holly Hatam’s bright and playful illustrations, Cranky Right Now helps you embrace, understand, and move through cranky in a whole new way.
Julie Berry
Holly Hatam
Emotions
OH BAD DAY! A hilariously dramatic series of odes to the little bumps in our days, perfect for any kid dealing with a not-so-good day.
Oh Too Much Milk in My Cereal!
Soggy, squishy! Boggy, mushy!
You turned my crispy into gushy!
Sometimes the small disappointments and inconveniences in kids' days can feel much bigger than they are. And when they start multiplying . . . oh, what a bad day it can become! Told in a series of dramatic odes to a day’s annoyances, Ode to a Bad Day lets children and caregivers alike find the humor and compassion in the days that could have gone better—and encourages readers to look forward to a better day . . . tomorrow.
Chelsea Lin Wallace
Hyewon Yum
Emotions
Alfie wants to participate in the best parts of being a kid, from his friend Antoinette’s birthday party to the relay races at school. But his shyness keeps him from engaging. When Alfie wakes up with That Feeling on the morning of yet another big event—the underwater costume parade—his mom takes him to the aquarium.
There, Alfie meets a starfish who shines so boldly Alfie feels small. But suddenly, a tiny clownfish swims up to Alfie for a quick hello and retreats again. Alfie begins to understand that there’s a happy medium between hiding away and being the star, and that he needs to come out of hiding every once and awhile to make meaningful connections.
Davina Bell
Allison Colpoys
Emotions, Diverse Leads
A USA Today Bestseller
All it takes is a loving teacher to help a boy get control of his sizzling superpowers, in this vibrant picture book by bestselling author Derrick Barnes.
Bobby Beacon’s got fire flowing through his veins. And now he’s psyched to attend a new school that’ll help him get a better grip on his powers. But right off the bat, his new teacher is not too welcoming. That causes Bobby’s hot temper to land him in the principal’s office. It ain’t easy to stay calm when people don’t seem to understand you and are always pushing you to the edge. Good thing Bobby gets moved to a class with an understanding teacher who clues him in on ways to calm himself and shows him that caring for others is its own kind of superpower. With her help—and some cool new friends—he just might be on his way to becoming the best version of himself possible.
Derrick Barnes
Shawn Martinbrough
Emotions, Interactive
Come play with Ploof! Meet a friendly cloud full of feelings in this interactive picture book for fans of Hervé Tullet's Press Here, from the creator of Narwhal and Jelly and the co-creator of Science Explorers.
Ploof is a puffy cloud who's a little lonely — but now you're here, and the fun can begin! Can you help Ploof overcome their shyness? Play pretend? Make Ploof laugh with your funny faces, find their hiding spot, give them a high five! Full of imaginative and interactive fun, each page of this perfect book for preschoolers offers a chance to play. By following cues to say hello, clap, blow, shake, wave or make a funny face, young readers will be delighted to see the effects of their actions on Ploof. They'll learn social-emotional skills like empathy, encouragement and kindness through Ploof's emotional journey — and, along the way, they'll learn how to be a fantastic friend!
Ben Clanton
Nature Lovers, Emotions
Explore all the ways animals love and care for their families in this heartwarming collection of sweet gestures displayed in the wild. From mama giraffe nuzzling her baby to warm meerkat snuggles in the burrow, little ones will love flipping through the sturdy board pages and seeing their favorite animals being comforted by their loved ones. This beautifully illustrated story features wild animals found in Africa including chimpanzees, giraffes, elephants, cheetahs, zebras, anteaters, meerkats and more! A sweet animal introduction both babies and toddlers will adore that strengthens a love for animals and teaches empathy. A must for little animal lovers!
Collect the entire Jane & Me series!
When children learn about animals and the environment, they begin to understand that everything is connected — and that they can make a difference in this world. Jane & Me books plant seeds for understanding, love, care, and most importantly, hope. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book goes to support the Jane Goodall Institute. The Jane & Me brand is also a member of 1% for the Planet — a global network whose members contribute at least one percent of their annual sales to environmental causes.
Love–Build a foundation of love and respect for animals
Learn–Learn facts about animals to spark interest in nature
Care–Discover how animals live and how to help them
Hope–Grow into a naturalist who protects the planet
Jane & Me is a trademark of the Jane Goodall Institute
Cottage Door Press
Taia Morley
Emotions
This series helps kids recognize, express, and deal with the roller coaster of emotions they feel every day. It has been celebrated by therapists, psychologists, teachers, and parents as wonderful tools to help children develop self-awareness for their feelings and those of their friends.
Sometimes I feel something. It's hard to explain.
It's not quite a feeling. It's not quite a pain.
The things that I'm feeling make no sense in my brain!
Sometimes our bodies send us signals that are hard to define and express. What do we do when we feel…hungry? When our arms are tingly and uncomfortable? When we have an itch?
With fun, witty illustrations and simple, straightforward text, I Feel...Something introduces kids to the concept of interoception (the ability to understand the signals our body sends us). This book makes it easier for kids to identify and express those bodily signals―and have fun too.
DJ Corchin
Emotions
I Feel...is a simple, silly book that helps kids recognize, express, and deal with the roller coaster of emotions they feel every day and understand that it's alright to feel them all!
Sometimes I feel happy.
Sometimes I feel sad.
Sometimes I feel angry and want to be bad.
So many emotions. How do I deal?
I need to remember, it's okay that I feel
Celebrated by therapists, psychologists, teachers, and parents, DJ Corchin's I Feel... series is a wonderful tool to help children develop self-awareness for their feelings and those of their friends. With fun, witty illustrations, straightforward text, these social-emotional books for kids makes it easy for children to identify their emotions—and have fun too!
DJ Corchin
Emotions, Worrying
Explore the complex world of feelings with the uplifting and acclaimed I Feel... series! Help children understand the confusing and sometimes scary feelings they experience with I Feel… Anxious.
Sometimes I feel anxious. Sometimes I feel worried. And sometimes these unsettling feelings can grow until they feel totally overwhelming! It's hard to feel this way, but there are lots of things to do to help me feel better. I'll just take it one step at a time!
With fun, witty illustrations and simple, straightforward text, I Feel...Anxious addresses the common feelings that come with being a child. This book makes it easy for kids to identify how they're feeling―and have fun too.
Own the whole series!
I Feel...
I Feel... Different
I Feel... Awesome
I Feel... Lonely
I Feel... Meh
I Feel... Too!
I Feel... Sick
I Feel... Allergic
I Feel... Angry
I Feel... Something
DJ Corchin
Emotions
This series helps kids recognize, express, and deal with the roller coaster of emotions they feel every day. It has been celebrated by therapists, psychologists, teachers, and parents as wonderful tools to help children develop self-awareness for their feelings and those of their friends.
Sometimes I feel different. Like I'm slightly too tall.
Or unusually big and I don't fit at all...
Everyone is different in their own special way, but sometimes that can make us feel odd or left out. It's important to remember that our differences are what make us who we are, and that's wonderful!
With fun, witty illustrations and simple, straightforward text, I Feel...Different helps kids understand that sometimes we feel different than everyone else, and that's okay! These books make it easy for kids to identify their own emotions―and have fun too. Explore the complex world of feelings with the I Feel... series!
DJ Corchin
Emotions
From the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and debut picture book author Phuc Tran, this is a hilarious picture book about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships!
It's the last day at the construction site and Cranky the crane truck is feeling, well, cranky. And he doesn't want to talk about it. His friends Zippy, Wheezy, and Dump Chuck try to cheer him up. But you know what doesn't help when you're feeling cranky? A lot of talking.
But what will help?
With Phuc Tran’s hilarious text and Pete Oswald’s bold, expressive illustrations, this tale shows young readers how kind friends and honesty are the perfect tools for navigating strong emotions. Perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.
Phuc Tran
Pete Oswald
Music, Emotions
Relive the magic of Bob Marley’s most beloved songs in this newest picture book adaptation!
Is this love?
Is this love that I’m feeling?
Bob Marley’s music has captured the hearts and souls of families around the world. This sweet adaptation of one of his best-loved songs is a heartwarming tale of an older child’s love for a younger sibling.
From the moment she sees her baby sister, big sister knows just what she’s going to do: love her and treat her right, every day and every night. Playing together, watching over her, standing by her through thick and thin . . . big sister does it all because, yes, this is love that she’s feeling.
Adapted by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley’s eldest child, and exuberantly illustrated by Alea Marley, Is This Love? is a joyful ode to the unshakeable love shared by all those who call one another family.
Bob Marley
Alea Marley
Emotions, Lift-the-Flap
Help teach your little one about their feelings and emotions with this adorable lift-a-flap board book. Explore colorful new scenes that highlight a specific emotion, including happy, sad, angry, scared, sleepy, and silly. Babies and toddlers will love identifying new feelings and lifting the sturdy flaps for a fun surprise on every page. Simple, rhyming text and playful illustrations make this the perfect first book for introducing early learning concepts essential for development designed to entertain and engage curious little minds. A perfect first book about feelings for babies and toddlers!
Explore more peek a flap board books and lift the flap board books for babies and toddlers from Cottage Door Press!
6 perfectly-sized, sturdy flaps are extra strong so babies and toddlers can open and close, over and over again.
Chunky board books for babies have durable pages and flaps designed to withstand traditional wear and tear.
Bright, cheerful illustrations in these sensory lift-a-flap books keep little kids entertained and engaged.
Interactive elements encourage sensory exploration and help support the development of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in developing children.
Perfect first book for your little one or any early reader you know!
Cottage Door Press
Katie Saunders
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