When Eli feels too much at once, his emotions can feel confusing and overwhelming.

Sometimes the feelings rush in quickly.

Sometimes they stay longer than he expects.

In When Eli Feels Too Much, Eli learns that big emotions are not something to hide from. With gentle guidance, he discovers simple ways to pause, breathe, and understand what his feelings are trying to tell him.

Through warmth, reflection, and easy calming tools, this story helps children recognize emotions, build confidence, and respond with greater calm and self-awareness.

Part of the ShineSmart™ Big Feelings, Growing Hearts series by Johanna Sparrow, this book supports social-emotional learning and encourages children to develop healthy emotional skills.

Perfect for:

• children ages 7-9

• classrooms and school counselors

• social-emotional learning programs

• parents supporting emotional growth at home

Because every feeling is a chance to learn and grow.