Books like Smile Cry: Happy or sad, wailing or glad - how do you feel today?
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
A Very Cranky Book
Tony Diterlizzi, Angela Diterlizzi, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with colorful, spirited illustrations.
Encourages recognition of emotions and self-expression.
Supports development of empathy and patience.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions.
A Very Cranky Book
Tony Diterlizzi, Angela Diterlizzi, 2023
Award winning
How I Really Feel: Kids' Guide to Emotions
Chon Ghee, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional literacy tailored for kids' understanding.
Visuals aid in recognizing and expressing feelings.
Supports early developmental stages in social skills.
Encourages open family discussions about emotions.
How I Really Feel: Kids' Guide to Emotions
Chon Ghee, 2023
Award winning
A Unicorn Named Sparkle and the Perfect Valentine
Amy Young, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through storytelling.
Enhances understanding of friendships and their complexities.
Encourages kindness and the joy of giving.
Vibrant illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
A Unicorn Named Sparkle and the Perfect Valentine
Amy Young, 2021
Award winning
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness in young children.
Empowers children to express and understand feelings.
Illustrations captivate and convey emotional context.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over sensitive topics.
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Big Bear Was Not the Same
Joanna Rowland, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses trauma recovery through a compassionate narrative.
Enhances understanding of emotional support and friendship.
Encourages open discussions about feelings and healing.
Supportive text for children facing similar challenges.
Big Bear Was Not the Same
Joanna Rowland, 2021
Award winning
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions through engaging and relatable storytelling.
Enhances understanding of managing worries and fears.
Encourages empathy and emotional resilience in children.
Offers practical coping strategies within a fun narrative.
