Kevin's Big Feelings - by Caleb Ellis

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Step into the world of Kevin, a kid with a tale that's both inspiring and relatable. This delightful and rhythmic story, is a look into the many emotional trials and triumphs a typical day at school can bring.

Kevin openly shares the negative behaviors he used to exhibit in school before he learned how to self-regulate his emotions and properly cope in school. After learning proper coping skills he was able to grow into a confident leader.

This book is a journey, unraveling situations from handling bad grades to confronting bullies, while always emphasizing the importance of voicing difficulties to teachers. It aims to foster social emotional learning among its young audience.

In this exciting story, readers will discover:

1. Real techniques to help you manage emotions at school.
2. How to voice your feelings positively and effectively.
3. The right way to handle bullies and when to involve adults.
4. How to turn setbacks and failures into learning opportunities.
5. How to stay calm when emotions are high and make good decisions.

Additionally, this heartwarming story highlights empathy, underscoring the importance of supporting peers who may be struggling. It encourages kids to celebrate everyone's individuality, fostering an environment of acceptance and inclusivity.

The book concludes with a Coping Resources section. This treasure trove of kid-friendly strategies, including deep breathing, counting to ten, and positive self-talk, provides practical tools for kids to navigate their emotional landscape at school.

Kevin's Big Feelings is more than a book; it's a companion that assures kids they are not alone in their journey. With an engaging narrative, enchanting illustrations, and valuable advice written by a seasoned teacher with over a decade of classroom experience, it is a fantastic addition to every child's reading list.

Ready to dive into Kevin's world? Equip your child with the tools they need to tackle school stress head-on. Empower them with resilience and emotional intelligence today!

Review Quotes

"I have students in my classroom that struggle everyday with self regulating their emotions. I got this book for small group lessons. The strategies and the life lesson this story provides will support them in making meaningful changes in their behavior. Hopefully they come out with more books to support the SEL work I do with students."

"Kevin's Big Feelings is a book every child should own teaching and demonstrating how to deal with negative emotions in a positive way! Kudos to the author and the illustrator."

I like that not only is this book an easy read but it brings an understanding about how to handle the various behaviors children are faced with at school as well in different places."