"I Feel Happy" is part of the Resilience Range, a thoughtfully designed collection of books that help young children understand, recognise, and express their emotions.
This heartwarming story explores the feeling of happiness - what it looks like, what it feels like in our bodies, and the everyday moments that can spark joy. Through relatable characters and simple, engaging storytelling, children begin to understand their own emotions while also recognising happiness in others.
By introducing emotional vocabulary in a gentle and accessible way, I Feel Happy helps children build emotional awareness, develop empathy, and feel confident talking about their feelings.
Perfect for reading together at home, during classroom story time, or as part of social-emotional learning activities.
Why this book is helpful
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Helps children recognise and name feelings of happiness
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Encourages positive emotional awareness and self-expression
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Builds empathy by exploring how others experience joy
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Expands emotional vocabulary in an age-appropriate way
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Supports social-emotional learning at home, school, or kinder
Ideas for home or classroom use
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Start the day by reading the story and inviting children to share something that made them feel happy.
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Create a "Happy Wall" where children can draw or write about moments that bring them joy.
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Use the story as a gentle mindfulness activity by reflecting on small things that make us feel good.
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Encourage children to create happy moments by doing kind acts for others.
Part of The Resilience Range, this book is ideal for children aged 3+ who are learning to navigate strong emotions and connect with others in healthy ways.
