Ira Crumb Feels the Feelings

By Naseem Hrab, Josh Holinaty (Illustrator)

Book #2 in the Ira Crumb series

A disagreement leaves Ira feeling lost and alone. Can friendship mend his heart?

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Ira and Malcolm are inseparable until a simple game choice divides them. As Malcolm joins new friends, Ira is left grappling with unfamiliar emotions. His tummy aches, his chin quivers, and tears flow. What does it mean to feel so alone? When Malcolm returns, Ira must confront his feelings and the importance of friendship. Will they find a way back to each other? This heartwarming tale explores the complexities of emotions and the healing power of a true friend, all wrapped in humor and charm.

From the publisher

Ira and Malcolm are best friends: they always make each other laugh, always eat lunch together, and always play together. But one day, a disagreement about whether to play tag or hide-and-seek sees the suddenly über-popular Malcolm run off with a crowd of tag-loving kids–and Ira all alone. Ira’s tummy hurts, his chin is wibbling, and his eyes are leaking. What’s happening?! Any efforts to cheer him up fall flat. When Malcolm finally returns and asks what’s wrong, Ira tells him: “I had all these feelings…and I didn’t have you.” The second Ira Crumb book marks the return of an endearing character full of personality, humor, and heart. With lots of laughs and comics-style storytelling, it’s a funny, touching look at how feelings can be confusing, and how processing emotions can take time–and a bit of help from a pretty good friend.

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