The Color Monster: A Story about Emotions: 1

The media could not be loaded.  I bought this book for my daughter’s second birthday and she adores it.She loves naming the different colours, feelings and completing the little actions along with each, I.e. taking a deep breath, stomping or shouting ‘not fair!’, as we read through the book. It’s really helped her to gain a good understanding of feelings and she does now use the words to describe feelings she and others are experiencing, which is lovely to see.The illustrations are unique and pleasing too. This isn’t the pop up version, but the illustrations are designed to look like painted cardboard cutouts, which is a refreshing and interesting design choice.The monster itself isn’t scary in the slightest either.I particularly like the use of the concepts of ‘colours being mixed up and confused’ and pulling out and labelling each emotion to help the colour monster understand himself and ultimately feel better. All emotions are labelled as being healthy and very normal too, with some comments on how to cope with the tricker emotions. It’s all really good early learning for positive mental wellbeing, which as a psychologist, I definitely have time for.

Lovely story with beautiful illustrations. It's a way to discuss emotions and how they feel for us individually. It then lends itself to emotion regulation work/ support for children. I currently use the book for my daughter who is autistic. Teamed up with the plush teddies, we can now identify how we feel using the colour and what we can do when we feel that particular emotion.

This is an amazing book to teach young children about emotions through different colours bought a set of the colour monster plush toys to go with it for work and the children love the story

This book was recommended by our sons child day care nursery. It's amazing for getting them to understand the concept of feelings and emotions. Arrived in very good time, undamaged. Would actually buy this for others as a present, well worth the money.

Work in nursery good short story for learning colour and transitions in school home environment

My son was struggling adjusting to starting school and learning his phonics. Teacher suggested this book to help manage his emotions. Although the book/storey is basic (what you want for a 5 year old) it really helped. By identifying a feeling with a colour helped him to express how he was feeling to me. It also opened up the opportunity to discuss different emotions, a conversation he wouldn’t normally have. The only reason I have given 4 stars and not 5 is its longevity. As it’s not a “storey” per say, once we had read it a couple of times he wasn’t interested in reading it with me again. But….it definitely made a difference and helped him.

This is so much more than a book.We first encountered Colour Monsters through school where my daughter struggles with identifying emotions and expressing them. School has the teddy bears and she will pick up the one she’s feeling and put it on her desk so they know what she’s feeling throughout the day.So now we have the book at home and we use the same system as school but with the book instead on the bearsHighly recommend

I purchased 3 copies of this, for 3 different children,It was recommended to me to help young children become aware of their feelings and to help them describe them.Wow! What a book. I’ve now bought soft toys to go with it plus made my own resources.I highly recommend this to others.,

High Quality Book with meaningful education, nice drawing and colour, I believe that It helps my kid with understanding her feelings

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The media could not be loaded.  “The Color Monster” series by Anna Llenas. This enchanting collection of books takes toddlers on an unforgettable journey through the kaleidoscope of feelings, fostering a deeper understanding and connection with their emotional landscape.In each installment, the Color Monster embarks on a new adventure, unraveling the mysteries of joy, sadness, anger, and more. Through whimsical illustrations and relatable storytelling, young readers are invited to explore the nuances of each emotion, learning that feelings come in all shapes and colors.What sets these books apart is their gentle approach to emotional intelligence. Rather than shying away from big emotions, “The Color Monster” embraces them, teaching children that it’s natural and healthy to experience a wide range of feelings. By personifying emotions as colorful creatures, the books offer a tangible way for toddlers to identify and express their own emotions.But the magic of “The Color Monster” doesn’t stop there. With each turn of the page, children learn valuable coping strategies for managing their emotions. Whether it’s taking a deep breath to calm down or seeking comfort from a friend, the books empower young readers to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence and resilience.As a parent, I appreciate the thoughtful approach to emotional literacy in these books. They provide a springboard for meaningful conversations about feelings, helping children develop the language and skills they need to express themselves in healthy ways.In summary, “The Color Monster” series is a treasure trove of wisdom and wonder, offering children a playful yet profound way to explore their emotions. With its vibrant illustrations, heartfelt storytelling, and empowering messages, it’s a must-have addition to any child’s bookshelf.

Excelente libro para las plasmar las emociones de nuestros hijos

Love the whole series! All of the books are great for emotional awareness with children!