This Makes Me Happy

Written by Courtney Carbone · Illustrated by Hilli Kushnir

A girl's fair trip reveals the ups and downs of emotions.

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32 pages· 340L

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A young girl embarks on a fair adventure, facing the thrill of rides and the challenge of a nut allergy. As she navigates her emotions, she learns that even joyful days can have setbacks. Will she find confidence in understanding her feelings? Join her journey of self-discovery and emotional growth, where laughter and tears teach valuable lessons. This story helps children articulate their emotions, offering a colorful exploration of what makes us truly happy.

From the publisher

This Makes Me Happy follows a young girl on a field trip to the fair, complete with a roller coaster, pie-eating contest, and petting zoo! But when her pesky nut allergy keeps her from having a treat with her class, the girl learns that even the happiest of days can have unhappy moments. By reflecting on her trip and recognizing the many feelings that arose during it, she is able to feel less overwhelmed–and more confident about her positively happy day. While children enjoy expressing themselves–be it through laughter or tears–they don’t always have the words to articulate their emotions. The Dealing with Feelings series is designed to give voice to what’s brewing inside, showing children how to name their emotions as they also learn to read. Colorful stickers are included in each book.

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