God Made All Your Feelings
God made it for me. Seasons Series
What’s inside...
A picture book that explores the wide range of emotions that children experience, affirming that all feelings come from God and are perfectly normal. God made me and God made you. God made our minds and our feelings, too! We all have lots and lots of feelings. For young children, feelings can be overwhelming and difficult to manage. This sweet picture book explores the wide variety of emotions kids experience--happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and others--and gently reassures them that it is okay to feel these feelings and that God is with us through all the ups and downs. The book affirms young children with the message that all our emotions help us grow and that no matter how we are feeling, God loves us.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What feeling did you enjoy reading about the most, and why?
Can you think of a time when you felt like one of the characters in the book?
How do you think God feels about all the different feelings we have?
Why do you think it's important to understand and express our feelings?
What are some ways we can help each other when we're feeling sad or upset?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they know about feelings and why they think they are important.
Encourage your child to express their feelings as you read through the book, helping them connect words with emotions.
Discuss personal experiences related to the feelings discussed in the book, making the conversation more relatable.
Use expressive reading styles—change your tone and volume to match different feelings described to make the reading session interactive and engaging.
After reading, practice identifying feelings throughout the day to reinforce the message of the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Emotions
Explanation: The book addresses a range of emotions a child experiences, explaining that each feeling is a normal part of being human.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify and name their emotions, which is the first step in managing feelings effectively.
Example Lesson: Embracing Uniqueness
Explanation: The narrative emphasizes that everyone’s feelings are unique, validating each child's individual emotional experience.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to accept and celebrate their own and others' differences, promoting empathy and diversity.
Example Lesson: Building Emotional Resilience
Explanation: The book illustrates how characters navigate through various feelings, demonstrating healthy ways to cope with them.
Real-World Application: Children can adopt these coping mechanisms to handle challenging situations and emotions in their daily lives, fostering resilience.
Example Lesson: Expressing Feelings
Explanation: Characters in the book model how to express emotions in a constructive manner, showing the importance of communication.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to communicate their feelings clearly and respectfully, essential skills for interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Support System
Explanation: The story highlights how characters support each other through different emotions, underscoring the role of a support system.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of seeking support from and providing support to others, enhancing their social skills and emotional intelligence.