Error loading page.
Try refreshing the page. If that doesn't work, there may be a network issue, and you can use our self test page to see what's preventing the page from loading.
Learn more about possible network issues or contact support for more help.

Feel Calm

ebook
1 of 1 copy available
1 of 1 copy available
From the creators of the New York Times bestseller​ Invisible Things, this hands-on board book leads toddlers on a whimsical and reassuring journey from chaos to calm.
When you feel wound up, how do you get the knots out? Follow along to unwind the tangled mess of ups, downs, and loop the loops and find the way back to calm. With this book in hand, take a moment to pause, take a deep breath, and practice mindfulness and grounding techniques perfectly suited for young readers.
Invisible Things introduced the wonderful concept of exploring the invisible things that make up the human experience, encouraging us to look past the visible and connect with the things that are not seen. This inviting board book brings the idea into an interactive format, offering kids a great way to explore and take charge of their emotions.
FEELINGS BOOK: Educators, therapists, and caregivers looking to have nuanced or challenging discussions with kids about their experiences can use this as a jumping-off point for conversation: What are your chaos feelings? What helps you feel calm?
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING: One common exercise teachers use is to ask kids to point to their emotions on a chart and then name them, for which this book will be a powerful tool.
REVIEWED BY MENTAL HEALTH EXPERT: This book was vetted by a licensed independent clinical social worker specializing in mental health for kids. Pair it with the Invisible Things book or Invisible Things Feelings Flash Cards to create an effective home or classroom resource.
POPULAR AUTHOR: Andy J. Pizza is one of the creative minds behind several children's books, including the bestselling Invisible Things, A Pizza with Everything on It, and A Sundae with Everything on It. He also hosts the popular podcast Creative Pep Talk.
Perfect for:
  • Parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, and educators
  • Anyone interested in social-emotional learning (SEL) and entertaining ways to explore emotions with kids
  • Anyone looking for interactive books about emotional health for babies and toddlers
  • Young readers who enjoy tactile board books like Press Here and Mix It Up!
  • Fans of Pixar's Inside Out
  • Fans of Andy J. Pizza, the Creative Pep Talk podcast, or his bestselling books, including Invisible Things and A Pizza with Everything on It
    • Creators

    • Series

    • Publisher

    • Release date

    • Formats

    • Languages

    • Reviews

      • Booklist

        September 1, 2024
        Preschool This concept book, derived from the NYT best-selling Invisible Things (2023), takes one of those abstract ideas and teaches it to prereaders through an interactive experience. It begins with Chaos, a ""busy, messy"" ball of swirling lines, and a request to help it unwind. The ensuing series of spreads asks the reader to trace a thick black line through all its dips, twists, and turns. The black line is always part of a greater composition (the track of a roller coaster, a mountain path, some bootlaces). At first, the tracing is hectic (""loop the loop the loop the loop!""), but with each spread, the route becomes less fraught, until the finger movements are genuinely soothing (""slowly float down the river""), and the finale declares, ""Aah. Feeling calm."" A clever, engaging lesson.

        COPYRIGHT(2024) Booklist, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

      • School Library Journal

        October 1, 2024

        PreS-K-Children will enjoy this gentle meditation disguised as an interactive book. Readers are introduced to Chaos, "a busy, mess, loud Thing," and are encouraged to help him unwind. Each spread includes instructions for tracing a finger through ups, downs, and loops. By the end of the book, children and caregivers alike will feel calm and relaxed. VERDICT For the younger end of the SEL shelves, this is a great choice for libraries looking to add to their mindfulness collection.

        Copyright 2024 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

    Formats

    • Kindle Book
    • OverDrive Read
    • EPUB ebook

    Languages

    • English

    Loading
    The Beehive Library Consortium is a consortium of member libraries and the Utah State Library Division.Funds for this program were made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Parents should be aware that children have access to all materials in the online library. The Beehive Library Consortium does not monitor or restrict your child's selections. It is your responsibility as a parent to be aware of what your child is checking out and viewing.