Emotional Menagerie: Feelings from A-Z

Emotions are like animals, and An Emotional Menagerie is an emotional glossary for children that helps them understand and communicate their feelings. The book is filled with rhyming poems that transform each emotion into a different animal, providing a clear and engaging illustration of its character. It also offers a wide variety of options for describing feelings to others, helping children to grow into happy, healthy, and fulfilled adults.

Format: Hardback
Length: 60 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2020
Publisher: The School of Life Press

Emotions, akin to animals, exhibit a remarkable diversity with no two precisely alike. Some are serene and gentle, while others exude raw intensity and challenge to be tamed. An Emotional Menagerie serves as a captivating emotional glossary for children. Comprising 26 rhyming poems, organized alphabetically, this book vividly brings forth our feelings, from anger to boredom, curiosity to dreaminess, and many more. By transforming each emotion into a distinct animal, the poems offer a clear and engaging illustration of its nature, including its origins, behavioral consequences, and strategies for managing its effects. With a rich vocabulary, the poems provide children with a wide range of words to express their emotions, fostering their ability to communicate effectively.

Children, like adults, navigate a complex spectrum of emotions throughout their day. However, expressing these emotions can be a formidable task, leading to misunderstandings, frustration, and various difficulties in the future. Similar to adults, children require assistance in recognizing and verbalizing their inner states. A broader emotional vocabulary equips them with the tools to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and fulfillment.

An Emotional Menagerie is brimming with wise and therapeutic advice, conveyed through musical language and captivating illustrations. This imaginative and universally appealing approach enhances emotional literacy, fostering a deeper understanding and empathy for emotions. By embracing the diverse range of emotions and empowering children to express and manage them effectively, An Emotional Menagerie contributes to their overall well-being and development into happy, healthy, and fulfilled adults.

Weight: 448g
Dimension: 237 x 266 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912891245