Books About Feelings & Emotions for 3–5 Year Olds

20 books about feelings for 3–5 year olds, picked from the 165 books about feelings in our review library. Naming a feeling is the first step to managing it — these stories give kids the words. Most picks here are picture books; every one links to our full review with age fit and where to buy.

Cover of Dinosaurs Moods Emotions and Feelings Books for Children by Adam Brookstone

Dinosaurs Moods Emotions and Feelings Books for Children by Adam Brookstone

Adam Brookstone

Big feelings can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Dinosaurs Big Feelings is here to help kids understand and manage their emotions in a fun and engaging way. Through the adventures of a group of friendly dinosaurs, this delightful book introduces children to different emotions-like anger, sadness, h

Cover of The Color Monster A Story About Emotions (The Color Monster, 1)

The Color Monster A Story About Emotions (The Color Monster, 1)

Anna Llenas

The international bestseller that helps young children identify emotions and feel more in control, now available in a classic picture book format. One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To h

Cover of The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1) by Britney Winn Lee

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings (The Big, Big Series, 1) by Britney Winn Lee

Britney Winn Lee

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 b

Cover of A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set

A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set

Diane Alber

This set is a companion to the bestselling books "A Little SPOT of Emotion Books Box Set"! This set comes with a newly released hardcover special edition "A Little SPOT of Feelings" book with all 8 Emotion plush toys! The PLUSH TOY EMOTIONS included are: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Sadness, Happiness,

Cover of We Find Feelings Clues Complete Series 6-Book Set by Lindsay N. Giroux

We Find Feelings Clues Complete Series 6-Book Set by Lindsay N. Giroux

Lindsay N. Giroux

The We Find Feelings Clues Complete Series 6-Book Set helps children understand their emotions by using clues from their bodies, faces, and past experiences. These engaging and supportive books empower kids to identify and name their feelings--and discover healthy ways to feel better when emotions b

Cover of Emotions and Feelings, How do you feel today ? A kids book about

Emotions and Feelings, How do you feel today ? A kids book about

Jenny River

An essential emotional literacy tool for children with 60+ definitions inside! Join Aroha and her friends as they share how different emotions feel in the body and find the words for how they truly feel! A useful resource for parents, carers and educators to help children recognise, label and unders

Cover of Dino Guide to Emotions Jurassic Journey into the World of Feelings

Dino Guide to Emotions Jurassic Journey into the World of Feelings

Dr. Hoot

Roar, Stomp, and Feel: A Dino-Sized Adventure into Emotions! Dino Guide to Emotions: Jurassic Journey into the World of Feelings takes young readers on an exciting adventure, exploring the big world of emotions through their favorite dinosaurs. Each dino represents a different feeling, teaching kids

Cover of My Little Box of Emotions Little guides for all my emotions―Five-book box set

My Little Box of Emotions Little guides for all my emotions―Five-book box set

DK

"Join the Emotions as they take you on a journey about feelings and moods and why they happen in our bodies. Sometimes you may feel angry, and sometimes you might feel happy but what matters most is that the way we feel is important"--Container

Cover of Little Cloud and the Five Thinking Hats A Feelings Book for Toddlers

Little Cloud and the Five Thinking Hats A Feelings Book for Toddlers

Swati Sharma

"Feelings Are Like Clouds" is the second in a series of children's books written and illustrated by psychotherapist, P. A. Serena Hemmer MSW, LCSW. In "Feelings Are Like Clouds", Pearl and her friend, Quin, discover they don't have to stay stuck in any of their feelings! Pearl's mom helps them to se

Cover of The Color Monster A Pop-Up Book of Feelings

The Color Monster A Pop-Up Book of Feelings

Anna Llenas

"Emotions, including happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and calm, are described through the actions of a monster sorting them out." --

Cover of How Do You Feel? Angry, Sad, Envy, Happy, Scared, Shy (ilearn Book 1)

How Do You Feel? Angry, Sad, Envy, Happy, Scared, Shy (ilearn Book 1)

Hollyn Overton

Build character, learn empathy, and identify emotions with students in grades PK–1 using Happy, Sad, Jealous, Mad! This 96-page book includes stories and reproducible activity pages that explore the facial and body language of feelings and the vocabulary of emotions. This resource book includes stor

Cover of Dragon Fire Feelings Social Emotional Learning Book, Anger Management

Dragon Fire Feelings Social Emotional Learning Book, Anger Management

Ella Skye

Big feelings can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Dinosaurs Big Feelings is here to help kids understand and manage their emotions in a fun and engaging way. Through the adventures of a group of friendly dinosaurs, this delightful book introduces children to different emotions-like anger, sadness, h

Cover of I Know Curious A book about feeling curious, bored, and confused

I Know Curious A book about feeling curious, bored, and confused

Lindsay N. Giroux

A boy uses body clues to identify feelings like curiosity, boredom, and confusion, learning what to do when feelings are overwhelming. Part of the We Find Feelings Clues series.

Cover of The Big Feelings Book for Children Mindfulness Moments to Manage

The Big Feelings Book for Children Mindfulness Moments to Manage

Sharon Selby MA

Help kids get through big feelings with mindfulness activities for ages 5 to 7 It's normal for kids to experience feelings so big that they're hard to manage! This book is filled with engaging exercises that show kids how to use mindfulness to work through tough emotions and feel happier fast. What

Cover of When Monsters Stay Calm Childrens Books About Anger Management

When Monsters Stay Calm Childrens Books About Anger Management

Lily Bright

We all have grumpy days, and When Monsters Are Grumpy is a fun and playful way to help children navigate those tough moments. This heartwarming story follows a group of friendly monsters who experience all sorts of grumpy feelings-whether it's being late, missing the bus, or feeling frustrated. Thro

Cover of The Feelings Series 10 Book Collection by Trace Moroney

The Feelings Series 10 Book Collection by Trace Moroney

Trace Moroney

This is the definitive box set collection all 10 titles available in the Feelings series. Helping young children develop skills to identify and manage their feelings leads to an increase in confidence, self-esteem, and an optimistic and hopeful state of mind--creating a healthy emotional foundation.

Cover of Feeling Brave (Beginning-to-read Big Feelings) by Mary Lindeen

Feeling Brave (Beginning-to-read Big Feelings) by Mary Lindeen

Mary Lindeen

Everyone has times when they feel brave. Knowing how to recognize when we feel brave is an important tool in self-acceptance. Learn ways in which we can understand ourselves and our friends in this nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book about feeling brave. An early social and emotional learning book tha

Cover of Feeling Happy (Bumba Books ® ― Feelings Matter) by Rosalyn Clark

Feeling Happy (Bumba Books ® ― Feelings Matter) by Rosalyn Clark

Rosalyn Clark

Have you ever found yourself smiling or laughing with a friend or family member? Chances are, you were feeling happy! Young readers can learn more about their feelings and why they matter with carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo g

Cover of Grumpy Monkey Board Book

Grumpy Monkey Board Book

Suzanne Lang

The hilarious #1 New York Times bestselling classic about a chimpanzee in a very bad mood—is perfect for young children learning how to deal with confusing feelings. This board book version with sturdy pages is just right for the littlest readers to play with again and again! Jim the chimpanzee is i

Cover of In My Heart A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek

In My Heart A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek

Jo Witek

Sometimes my heart feels like a big yellow star, shiny and bright. I smile from ear to ear and twirl around so fast, I feel as if I could take off into the sky. This is when my heart is happy. Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings Some make us feel as