There will be times in your child’s life when they won’t get their way, which can make them frustrated and angry. While these emotions can be challenging to manage at first, there are ways to help your child cope. Books with social-emotional themes offer your child insight into how characters in similar situations overcame these uncomfortable feelings.
For example, it’s common for children to have fueds with their siblings every now and then. And as your children get older, they’ll have to navigate more complex feelings they may have toward their siblings, like jealousy.
In Sometimes I Grumblesquinch, Katie is the quintessential “good” kid, but her brother Chuck, on the other hand, is naughty and messy. Her brother’s actions make Katie feel out of control — and sometimes she secretly wishes she had a trampoline or a giraffe instead of a brother. This book will teach young readers how to process their emotions, while showing them that they don’t always have to put a brave face. It’s OK to feel disappointed and angry!
Meanwhile, Tiger Has a Tantrum is a relatable book about overcoming anger. Tiger struggles to interact with his peers because he doesn’t want to go with the flow. Instead, he throws loud tantrums and scares everyone away. Miss Bird helps him calm down by showing him how to take deep breaths and encourages him to reflect on his actions. At the end of the book, you’ll find interactive activities for how to talk through emotions that you and your child can do together.
These books about emotions are perfect for family read-aloud time or independent reading.
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