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Reach for this book when your child is experiencing a mood that feels too big or confusing for them to put into words. It serves as a gentle emotional toolkit for primary schoolers who may feel overwhelmed by the rapid shifts between joy, anger, and loneliness. Through rhythmic poetry, Beatrice Schenk de Regniers validates the full spectrum of childhood feelings, teaching children that no emotion is permanent or shameful. This collection is particularly effective for ages 5 to 9 because it uses imaginative metaphors to describe internal states. Rather than lecturing, the poems mirror the child's own inner monologue, making it an excellent choice for quiet bedtime reflection or for decompressing after a socially taxing day at school. It helps build the necessary vocabulary for emotional intelligence while normalizing the fact that everyone feels a little upside down sometimes.
