Poppy the Pufferfish: A Story About Big Feelings and What They Hold

For the child who feels everything... all the way.Poppy is a pufferfish whose feelings come fast and big.When the ocean is warm, her happiness spins her in loop-de-loops. But when something feels like too much - fwump! Poppy puffs up huge and sharp, floating up and up toward the surface.Then Poppy meets Barnaby, a little fish who hides in a cave and snaps at anyone who comes close. And just before she puffs up again... she pauses.What if a feeling could be big without being sharp?A picture book about big feelings, kindness, and the quiet power of softness - for children who feel deeply - and the grown-ups who love them.Perfect for:Bedtime read-alouds with children ages 4-8Parents and teachers helping children name big emotionsHighly sensitive children, neurodivergent readers, and any child learning to navigate overwhelming feelingsGifts for kids who lead with their heartsPart of the Different Mind, Different Magic(TM) series - stories that celebrate the many ways a mind can shine.