Every child feels big emotions; but not every child knows how to talk about them. From joy and kindness to anger and fear, Big Feelings, Small Stories helps little hearts understand what they feel and learn how to express it with calm and confidence.
Through 30 gentle, relatable stories, this beautifully written collection turns everyday moments into powerful emotional lessons. Children meet friendly characters who face the same feelings they do; sadness when a toy goes missing, nervousness on the first day of school, frustration when things go wrong, and joy when kindness shines through.
Each story is written with simple vocabulary, positive messages, and educational warmth, making it perfect for bedtime reading, classroom circle time, or emotional learning activities.
Parents, teachers, and caregivers will love how this book:
Helps children recognize, name, and manage 30 key emotions; from anger to awe
Encourages empathy, confidence, patience, and kindness- Includes a Parent & Educator Guide with discussion tips and activities
Features an Emotion Word List; a simple glossary with friendly icons to help kids describe their feelings
Supports social-emotional learning (SEL) at home or school
Each story ends with a clear “Takeaway” that reinforces self-awareness and resilience, helping children understand that all feelings (even the tricky ones) are normal and okay.
Open this book together, read a story each night, and watch your child grow into an emotionally aware, kind, and confident little human. Whether at home, in preschool, or in the classroom, Big Feelings, Small Stories is a gentle guide for every growing heart.
Add it to your bookshelf today and start the journey of naming, taming, and sharing emotions; one small story at a time.
Perfect for:
Parents teaching empathy and emotional literacy
Teachers supporting SEL (Social Emotional Learning)
Counselors and caregivers working with early learners (ages 4–8)