Social-emotional learning

The Big Feelings Action Book for Kids

Name: The Big Feelings Action Book for Kids
Author: Michael Bennett

Fifty real-life situations with calm-down tools and what-to-say scripts for self-regulation, confidence, friendship and better choices.

Designed forParents, caregivers and educators buying for ages 6 to 10

Available formatHardcover

50 real-life situations
Calm-down tools
Practical scripts

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Written by Michael Bennett and published by Growth Lab Press

Inside the action book

What is inside this practical feelings book for kids?

The Big Feelings Action Book for Kids uses 50 familiar situations to help children talk through feelings, choices and communication. Adults can practise one calm-down tool or what-to-say script at a time with children ages 6 to 10.

50 real-life situationsStart with familiar examples involving feelings, friendship, confidence and everyday choices.
Calm-down toolsPractise simple tools during calm moments and return to useful situations when needed.
Practical what-to-say scriptsUse clear language examples to discuss communication, friendship and better choices.

Common questions

Answers for parents, caregivers and educators.

What ages is the book designed for?

It is designed for children ages 6 to 10 with support from parents, caregivers or educators.

What is included in the book?

It includes 50 real-life situations, calm-down tools and practical what-to-say scripts.

How should an adult use the book with a child?

Choose one familiar situation, name the feelings involved and practise one tool or script while everyone is calm.

Does this book replace professional support?

No. It is an educational activity book and does not replace support from a qualified health or education professional.

Practical next steps

How to use this book.

Use the book in a way that respects the reader, the setting and the purpose described on this page.

Read one situation at a timeChoose a familiar real-life example and give the child time to describe what happened and how each person might feel.
Practise a tool or script while calmUse one calm-down tool or what-to-say script from the book, then talk about where it might help.
Use the book for education and practiceReturn to useful situations as needed. The book does not replace support from a qualified health or education professional.

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Reader guide

Ways to Help Children Name Big Feelings and Practise Calm-Down Skills

Listen first, name what you notice and practise simple scripts during calm moments. Seek qualified support when distress continues or affects daily life.Read the guide

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