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Stories teach children to recognize and name emotions
Children 3–7 years old often do not lack emotions, but lack the words to name those emotions. When unable to call, the child handles it with his body: screams, hits, lies on the floor. The stories here put characters in difficult moments — losing a match, being rejected by a friend, having to wait — and then show children that those feelings have a name and a way to go through them.
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The Blue Comet Train
Packing for Stardust
Thoughtful preparation5-9 years old 7 minute
The Undersea City That Sang
A Calm-Down Ocean Adventure
Staying calm when plans change5-9 years old 7 minute
The Signal in Dinosaur Valley
Echoes Beneath the Ferns
Listening for safety clues5-9 years old 7 minute
The Dragon Who Carried Light
A Glow Worth Finding
Respecting differences5-9 years old 7 minute
The Moon Garden in Zero Gravity
Seeds Among the Stars
Patience and gentle care4-8 years old 7 minute
The Rainbow Road Race
A Loop Around Wonder
Handling disappointment with grace5-9 years old 7 minute
The Whale Beneath the Sand
A Song in the Dunes
Preparing for hot weather5-9 years old 7 minute
The Library with One Missing Page
A Doorway in Every Book
Focus and finishing a task5-9 years old 7 minute
The Robot City That Found Its Smile
A Glow in Every Gear
Naming and sharing feelings4-8 years old 7 minute
The Tiny Planet in a Dewdrop
A World Worth Watching
Caring for small creatures4-8 years old 7 minute
The Maze Beneath the Sun Pyramid
Mirrors, Shadows, and Brave Thinking
Solving problems thoughtfully5-9 years old 7 minute
The Candy Kingdom Learns Balance
A Feast for Play
Making balanced food choices4-8 years old 7 minute
The Boat on the Hidden River
A Glow-Root Adventure
Staying safe near water4-8 years old 7 minute
The Encore on the Moon
A Brave Little Moon Song
Finding courage to try5-9 years old 7 minute
Captain Octopus’s Safety Check
Dive, Listen, Check, Go
Following a safe sequence5-9 years old 7 minute
The Castle Before the Thunder
Shelter on the Hill
Storm safety5-9 years old 7 minute
The Firefly Forest Map
A Glow to Follow
Meeting fear with support4-8 years old 7 minute
The Ice Palace Before Spring
A Glow Worth Guarding
Protecting a shared environment5-9 years old 7 minute
The Giant with a Volcano Heart
When Feelings Glow Too Bright
Cooling down before speaking5-9 years old 7 minute
The Door into the Game World
Play Bright, Stay Brave
Digital safety and balance5-9 years old 7 minute
The Meadow That Remembered Every Star
A Firefly Map Adventure
Careful observation5-9 years old 7 minute
The Station of Lost Dreams
A Gentle Journey Home
Making room for sadness5-9 years old 7 minute
The Mountain of Honest Echoes
Words That Find Their Way
Speaking clearly and kindly5-9 years old 7 minute
The Clockwork Jungle
When the Path Ticks Sideways
Adapting to change5-9 years old 7 minute
The Starfall Observatory
Waiting for Wonder
Wonder with patience4-8 years old 7 minute
The Floating Market of Stars
A Sky Full of Choices
Needs, wants, and sharing5-9 years old 7 minute
The Cave That Grew Kindness
A Glow for Every Heart
Empathy in action4-8 years old 7 minute
The Lighthouse on Planet Tide
Silver Waves, Brave Words
Asking for help5-9 years old 7 minute
The Mirror Desert
Where Kind Steps Shine
Self-kindness5-9 years old 7 minute
The Solar Sail Academy
Questions Catch the Light
Asking precise questions5-9 years old 7 minute
The Cloud Bakery Expedition
Breads Above the Sky
Safe kitchen teamwork4-8 years old 7 minute
The Emerald Ranger Trail
A Promise Beneath the Leaves
Respecting boundaries in nature5-9 years old 7 minute
The Post Office in Polar Night
A Promise Under Starry Snow
Keeping a promise5-9 years old 7 minute
The Comet Library
Where Questions Glow
Curiosity and thoughtful reading5-9 years old 7 minute
The Tea House on the Volcano
Steam, Stars, and Stillness
Calming the body5-9 years old 7 minute
The Moonlight Museum
Where Wonders Wake Gently
Asking before touching4-8 years old 7 minute
The Star-Seed Garden
Tiny Care, Bright Wonders
Building a long-term habit5-9 years old 7 minute
The Bridge Builders of Rainforest Nine
A Brave Try Again
Recovering after mistakes5-9 years old 7 minute
The Milky Way Homecoming
A Starry Path Back
Gratitude and belonging4-8 years old 7 minute
The Lantern Dunes Parade
A Glow to Share
Taking turns with patience4-8 years old 7 minute
The Canyon That Hummed Back
A Song for Two Friends
Repairing hurt feelings4-8 years old 7 minute
The Museum of Tomorrow Buttons
One Button, One Brave Try
Trying again after mistakes5-9 years old 7 minute
The River That Painted the Morning
Colors for Every Feeling
Naming big feelings4-8 years old 7 minute
The Market in the Mango Mist
A Basket for Everyone
Making fair family choices4-8 years old 7 minute
The Archive of Floating Pollen Pods
Seeds Remember the Sky
Caring for shared things5-9 years old 7 minute
The Brook That Mixed the Picnic Colors
A Picnic of Feelings
Choosing words for feelings4-8 years old 7 minute
The Orchard of Tall Friends
Moonpears for Supper
Asking for help clearly4-8 years old 7 minute
The Kite Ferry Across Lullaby Lagoon
A Breezy Journey to Song
Patience during family travel5-9 years old 7 minute
The Glowberry Bazaar After Sunset
A Turn for Wonder
Taking turns with excitement4-8 years old 7 minute
The Silver Snail Mailway
Three Letters Before Moonrise
Checking before rushing4-8 years old 7 minute
The Opal Rain Studio
Colors for Every Feeling
Naming big feelings5-9 years old 7 minute
The Morning Mirror Ferry
A Lake That Listens
Repairing after a disagreement5-9 years old 7 minute
The Village That Woke by Mushrooms
A Glow-Time Adventure
Taking turns with patience4-8 years old 7 minute
The Carousel of Maple Mirrors
Reflections Ride at Sunset
Noticing others' feelings5-9 years old 7 minute
The Paper Lantern Zoo at Dawn
Gentle Hands, Glowing Hearts
Using careful hands4-8 years old 7 minute
The Honeycomb Hotel in the Sky
Breakfast Above the Blossoms
Choosing a helpful job5-9 years old 7 minute
The Turtle Tea Constellation
Moon-Mint for Brave Hearts
Calming down together4-8 years old 7 minute
The Garden of Pomegranate Clocks
Ticking Fruit, Patient Hearts
Waiting without grabbing4-8 years old 7 minute
The Jade Bell Gondola
A Tune Above the Gardens
Using calm repair words5-9 years old 7 minute
The Starlit Clay Village
Lanterns That Learn to Shine
Trying again after mistakes4-8 years old 7 minute
The Celery Rocket Greenhouse
Plan First, Then Zoom
Planning before starting5-9 years old 7 minute
The Whispering Quilt Pass
Where Memories Sew the Way
Listening to family stories5-9 years old 7 minute
Short answers for parents
Frequently asked questions
Can stories help children reduce tantrums?
The story cannot stop the tantrums that are happening. What the story does is give the child a name and an image to use when calm, so that next time the child can describe it instead of just screaming.
At what age does a child understand stories about emotions?
From about 3 years old, children can recognize emotions on characters' faces. From the age of 5, children begin to contact themselves. For younger children, stop at the picture and ask, "Is he happy or sad?".
How many stories about emotions should I read a week?
One or two stories, reread many times, are more effective than seven new stories. Babies need time for an image to become familiar enough to remember it when needed.