Riley Handles Big Feelings

In Riley Handles Big Feelings, Riley begins noticing that emotions aren't only in her thoughts. They also appear in her body through warm cheeks, tight hands, a fluttery tummy, and a fast-beating heart.With her quiet stuffed-lion friend, Leo, beside her, Riley works through three familiar childhood experiences: a block tower that unexpectedly crashes, a rainy day that ruins her picnic plans, and a noisy birthday party that becomes overwhelming. Along the way, she learns four gentle steps: Notice what is happening in her body. Name what she is feeling. Pause before reacting. Choose what might help.This warm and reassuring picture book helps children understand that big feelings are not bad feelings. Emotions do not need to disappear before a child can take a helpful next step.Perfect for children ages 4-8, Riley Handles Big Feelings is a comforting choice for bedtime, classrooms, counseling settings, calm-down spaces, and conversations about emotional awareness and self-regulation.A thoughtful Riley & Leo Adventure for every child learning to listen to their body, make room for their feelings, and discover what helps.