About This Book
Reach for this book when your toddler is having a big day and needs help putting words to the swirl of emotions they are feeling. It is an ideal tool for those moments when a child is stuck in a mood, whether it is a case of the grumps or a burst of over-the-top energy, and needs a gentle way to transition into self-reflection. This shaped board book uses the familiar imagery of a Crayola crayon box to map eight specific emotions to vibrant, glittery colors. From the calm of blue to the sparkliness of a confident yellow, it introduces a sophisticated emotional vocabulary including concepts like being thankful or feeling bold. It is perfectly tactile for tiny hands and provides a low-pressure way to normalize the idea that feelings are as varied and colorful as a box of crayons.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. It treats 'negative' emotions like sadness or grumpiness with the same validity as 'positive' ones, offering a realistic and healthy approach to emotional regulation.
