When Maya feels something new, her emotions can feel big, confusing, and hard to understand.

Sometimes feelings arrive quietly. Other times they rush in all at once.

With gentle guidance and simple calming tools, Maya begins to learn that emotions are not something to fear. They are messages that help us understand ourselves and the world around us.

When Maya Feels Something New is a warm and supportive story that helps children recognize emotions, pause, breathe, and respond with courage and calm.

Part of the ShineSmart™: Big Feelings, Growing Hearts series by Johanna Sparrow, this book encourages emotional awareness, resilience, and healthy expression.

Perfect for:

• children ages 6-9

• classrooms and school counselors

• social-emotional learning programs

• parents supporting emotional growth at home

Because every feeling is a chance to grow.