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Books about Emotions for kids

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Getting kids to understand their emotions is no easy task… many adults struggle with it too!  If you have a child that's struggling to not only control, but also identify their many emotions, these are books I highly recommend.  I have three sons, all with different diagnosis, and I've found these books are great for all of them (ages 3, 9, and 12).
 
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This is a series that covers a wide array of emotions!
My Anxious Robot: Children's Social Emotional Book
 
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Simple...and honestly, one that many adults need to read as well!
My Angry Robot: A Children's Social Emotional Book
 
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This is part of another fantastic series. Are you a teacher?! This is something you need on your wishlist!!
The Sour Grape (Hardcover)
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I cannot recommend the Spot series enough. It's fantastic for any age or developmental level!
A Little SPOT of Anger: Managing BIG Emotions
 
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I use this book with my 3 year old regularly! It is a normal phrase in our house... "stop and think: are you being a grump monkey?" then we make monkey sounds and it really helps to de-escalate whatever is going on.
Grumpy Monkey (Hardcover)
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This would be great as a baby shower present!
Books of Kindness: Happiness Is a Rainbow (Board book)
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I recommend this for ages 5 and below... this would also make a great gift for your daycare or preschool teacher!
Books of Kindness: ABCs of Kindness; 123s of Thankfulness; Happiness Is a Rainbow; Friendship Is Forever (Hardcover)
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Great for the elementary age. Baby, you ARE stronger than your anger!
World of Kids Emotions I Am Stronger Than Anger: Picture Book About Anger Management And Dealing With Kids Emotions (Preschool Feelings) (World of Kids Emotions), (Hardcover)
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Adults--this one is for you too!
World of Kids Emotions I Am Stronger Than Anxiety: Children's Book about Overcoming Worries, Stress and Fear (World of Kids Emotions), (Hardcover)
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This is a great book to spark some pretty cool conversations with your kids... even those tweens!
The Day We Got Lost (Hardcover)
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THIS is fantastic for now! This is a great book to use after seeing the movie with your kids. Turn those "awww" moments during the movie into OMG moments with your kids. Have those conversations NOW!! Don't you wish your parents did with you???
Meet the Emotions (Disney/Pixar Inside Out 2), (Board Book)
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If I had a preteen daughter, I would get her this book. BUT I've taught numerous pre-teens in my time--teachers, get this book for your classroom library!
Disney/Pixar Inside Out 2: All in the Mind, (Hardcover)
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Let's all go ahead and assume we need to teach our kids to love themselves. For some, this will come super easy! For others, I'm so thankful books like this exist!
Hair Love (Hardcover)
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The new school year is right around the corner. This is perfect for that anxious little one that might not be ready to go back.
The Invisible String Backpack (Hardcover)
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Are you a homeschool mom? I'm buying this for our curriculum next year!! Will update when we finish using it. Let me know if you use it too!
Anger Management Workbook for Kids: 50 Fun Activities to Help Children Stay Calm and Make Better Choices When They Feel Mad (Spiral Bound)
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Warning: This book may make your 3 year old start identifying YOUR emotions. It's very humbling to have a 3 year old look you square in the face and say, "stop angry" when you lose your temper!
My First Book of Emotions for Toddlers (Spiral Bound)
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I love DK books! What are some of your favorites?
First Emotions: How Do I Feel? : A little guide to my emotions (Board book)
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Love these to go beyond the pages. Great for having conversations in the car! Love keeping these in the dash for those random times when they're can't go anywhere and have to listen! :)
Todd Parr Feelings Flash Cards: (Kids Learning Flash Cards, Children's Emotion Cards, Emotion Games) (Other)
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Mindfulness is hard to teach because it's hard to understand. This helps with activities that YOU don't have to come up with!
Mindful Kids: 50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness , Focus and Calm
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As a teacher, I saw many "bullies" that were just victims of a hard life. This book is great for if your kid is struggling to understand why someone isn't as nice as them. The ending is so sweet! Definitely recommend for the classroom! Goes great ...
Food Group: The Bad Seed (1st Edition)(Hardcover)
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This is great for those moments when the child can SHOW you what their feeling, but can't articulate it. These can be used by toddlers and teenagers for the same reason! Don't assume because a child is older that they are emotionally mature as well...
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys & Book Set
 
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If you're a K-12 teacher...this is a must for your classroom. If your a parent that just doesn't know how to explain to your child what their emotions MEAN... this will help both of you! I would go ahead and get the set because of how interconnecte...
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (1-8)
 
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I've said it a thousand times on this list already...but A Llittle Spot books are just SPOT ON! Ya know, I bet we'll see some prime day deals on these...
A Little SPOT Emotional Regulation Box Set 49-56
 
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Take emotions and make them hands on!
A Little SPOT of Feelings 9 Plush Toys & Book Set
 
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Sure, this is fun. But it's also a great way for you to gauge how much your child understands an emotion. You can say, "show me angry" and see what they build. You may be shocked to find out what they've correctly or incorrectly associated with ea...
PP OPOUNT Social Emotional Learning Toy, 28 Faces
 
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I'm going to use this with my 3 AND 9 year old!
Learning Resources Who's Feeling What? Game
 
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I am personally buying this for my own son. I'll update once we've used it. But it looks great and comes highly recommended!
When Harley Has Anxiety: CBT Skills for Kids 5-9
 
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Remember: kids struggle sometimes to word their emotions. So what they may be calling mad/sad... could be anxiety.
Sometimes I'm Anxious: A Child's Guide to Anxiety
 
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Were you ever called a "worry wart"? I was. Looking back now, I realize I had untreated anxiety. I'm hoping to avoid that with my children.
What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide
 
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Did Inside Out do a great job of helping your child understand emotions?? Well, keep the learning going with this set. It reminds me so much of Inside Out and does such a great job making emotional learning concrete and easier to grasp.
A Little SPOT of Emotion Box Set (8 Books)