Big feelings can sometimes seem overwhelming. This interactive book for ages 8 to 12 helps kids manage and develop their social and emotional skills and build confidence.Basic emotions–happiness, sadness, anxiety or worry, and anger–are experienced by all people and make us who we are. In this beautifully illustrated guided journal, kids will learn how to understand  and respond to their own emotions, and then communicate how they feel. The introduction explains what a feeling is, and equips young readers with a coping toolbox to better identify their triggers and how they affect thoughts, behaviors, body sensations and emotions. Then chapters divided by basic emotions (like happiness, fear, and anger) and complex ones (including grief, embarrassment and guilt) allow kids to explore each emotion in depth and identify moments when they feel that way. Inside, young readers will find 50 enjoyable interactive activities such as: Prompts to express themselves such as writing a letter to someone you trust and making lists, such as who gives the best hugs and snuggles or what makes you proudMeditation and breathing practices to help kids feel calmer in stressful situations Drawing exercises like designing a superhero mask to wear when you are sad and imagining anxiety as a magical creature you can tame or anger as a friend. As kids work through the prompts, they can apply what they’ve learned in real life. They’ll discover tools to harness emotional awareness and feel more confident about their relationships with friends and family. Plus parents and caregivers will feel reassured that kids have more coping strategies for when tough times come around.