On a sunny day in Paradise, Big Volcano and Little Volcano stand side by side, enjoying the peaceful scene. Suddenly, a colorful bird drops a small boulder onto Little Volcano. Uh-oh. Will Little Volcano erupt in anger? Previously, Little Volcano has had meltdowns, but Big Volcano teaches calming strategies: deep breathing, counting, and thinking happy thoughts. These techniques help—until the clumsy bird drops two more boulders. “BONK! BONK!” This time, Little Volcano, overwhelmed, forgets the calming methods and BLOWS THEIR TOP.
Afterward, Little Volcano apologizes for the outburst—both literally and figuratively. Big Volcano reassures them gently: “Sometimes it happens” and “It’s okay. Shake it off.” Peace and happiness return. But wait! Is that the bird again? Now it’s Little Volcano’s chance to share the mindfulness techniques, and everything ends well. This charming, soothing story helps children understand how to manage and calm their intense emotions. It also shows that kids can help adults when they occasionally lose their temper. The vibrant, cartoonish digital illustrations are lively, with expressive characters and a tropical backdrop.
Addresses feelings in a gentle, easy-to-understand way. (Picture book. 3-6)
4/5
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