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Normalize Moods
Shows kids that feelings happen, even when nothing is “wrong.”
Why It's On Our Shelf
This book makes me laugh because it feels way too real. It’s perfect for teaching kids that sometimes you’re grumpy and you don’t even know why, and that’s allowed. Even though it’s not bilingual, I still use it to talk about feelings in Spanish after we read. It takes the shame out of a bad mood and turns it into something you can name and move through.
Why It Works
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Emotion Language
Gives simple words and examples for talking about grumpiness and change.
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Follow-Up Talk
Great for pausing to ask, “Have you felt like this?” in either language.
Feelings & Friendship
The Feelings Book / El libro de los sentimientos
Todd Parr
A visual, kid-friendly way to begin identifying emotions.
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Feelings & Friendship
Have You Filled a Bucket Today? / ¿Has llenado una cubeta hoy?
Carol McCloud
A kindness-first framework with language that helps kids talk about helping, sharing, and empathy.
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Feelings & Friendship
Hands Are Not for Hitting / Las manos no son para pegar
Martine Agassi
Clear, practical language for big moments when kids need words for self-control and repair.
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