Big Feelings - Author Alexandra Penfold

Big Feelings – A Beautiful Guide to Emotions and Empathy!

Big Feelings by Alexandra Penfold is a heartfelt picture book that helps young children understand and express their emotions. Follow a group of diverse children through a day in their neighbourhood, as they navigate the ups and downs of feelings — from joy to frustration, from hope to sadness.

With gentle rhymes and expressive illustrations, this 40-page book empowers children (ages 0–5) to name their emotions, build empathy and recognise that no feeling is too big to share. Whether something doesn’t go to plan or a disagreement arises, the story reminds us that it’s never too late to talk, listen and connect.

Perfect for schools, families and libraries seeking tools to support social-emotional learning in early childhood.

Why we love it:

• Encourages emotional literacy – Helps children label and process a wide range of feelings.
• Fosters empathy and inclusion – Supports key early years goals like perspective-taking and conflict resolution.
• Visually engaging and classroom-friendly – Accessible language and illustrations that resonate with diverse children.

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