The Boy with Big, Big Feelings

Written by Britney Winn Lee · Illustrated by Jacob Souva

A boy struggles to understand and manage his big emotions until he finds friendship and acceptance with others who feel the same way.

4.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 939 ratings

32 pages· 491 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD990L

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy's emotions are so intense they seem to spill out of him. He feels joy, sadness, and empathy deeply, often overwhelming him. Struggling to manage these feelings, he tries to hide them away. But with a little help and creative inspiration, he discovers that his emotions are not something to be feared but celebrated. This journey of self-acceptance and understanding offers a touching exploration of emotional sensitivity, encouraging children to embrace their unique emotional landscapes. Will he find peace in his big, big feelings?

From the publisher

Meet a boy with feelings so big that they glow from his cheeks, spill out of his eyes, and jump up and down on his chest. When a loud truck drives by, he cries. When he hears a joke, he bursts with joy. When his loved ones are having a hard day, he feels their emotions as if they were his own. The boy tries to cope by stuffing down his feelings, but with a little help and artistic inspiration, the boy realizes his feelings are something to be celebrated. Written by debut picture book author Britney Winn Lee and boldly illustrated by Jacob Souva, The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child, but especially for children experiencing anxiety and extreme emotions, or who have been diagnosed with autism or as a Highly Sensitive Person.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 491
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD990L

Themes & topics

Books about empathy Books about feelings and emotions Books about making friends Books about emotional intelligence Books about disabilities

What readers & critics say

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“Great rhyming text that explores a child who feels feelings very strongly, both his own and those of others, making it a great resource for a discussion of empathy.”

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