There a couple of ‘feelings’ books that are out there for the illustrated book audience, and they all aren’t created equal. If you’re new to the emotional book game or simply want to dig into some books that place an equal balance on entertaining, as well as the message then you need to read the series by Tom Percival. Tilda Tries Again is in the Big, Bright Feelings book series. It’s an oversized illustrated book that deals with emotions that any kid experiences.
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Meesah Makes Friends works and speaks effortlessly
I was teaching at school and there was a gap in the schedule. It’s a ten-minute period where the kids finished the lesson, the student transfer didn’t happen on time, or the class simply needed redirection. Regardless, I had to find a book to read to some wily kindergarten kids ASAP. I love the book series from Tom Percival, A Big Bright Feelings Book. These are oversized illustrated books that make the most of their size and color. Meesha Makes Friends was just the length and theme that I needed for the read-along for many reasons.
Meesha Makes Friends with young readers very quicklyRavi’s Roar, teaches through fun and not guilt
There are two current illustrate book series on kid’s emotions that have been in our wheelhouse lately. For our money, and for a couple of reasons the Big Bright Feelings series is much more enjoyable and effective. The later term is more important for us now because our 8 year-old is having issues processing certain things. Currently his ‘thing’ is anger, thus it was a perfect time for us to read Ravi’s Roar by Tom Percival.
Teaching about anger is tough for kids, Ravi’s Roar does it w/out prechingRuby Finds A Worry, lovely message + great art=fabulous book
A worry is not a physical thing. The moment you stop obsessing over said ‘worry’ it magically disappears into the background of life. It’s natural to have illustrated books about being worried because some miss and some hit. Ruby Finds a Worry is by Tom Percival and expertly brings his warmth, pacing, sublime story telling ability and art to a worthy book about a topic that we need to address…but not be worried about.
Ruby Finds a Worry, kids 4-8 will find a jammin book, read on for proof