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Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) — Content Guide for Parents

By Alexandra PenfoldRandom House Children's Books2021-03-02ISBN 978052557974842 pages
Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book)

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Religious themes

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

The newest picture book from the creators of All Are Welcome to help children navigate BIG FEELINGS!

In their bestselling picture book All Are Welcome, Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman celebrate kindness, inclusivity, and diversity. Now with Big Feelings, they help children navigate the emotional challenges they face in their daily lives.

What should we do when things don't go to plan? We may feel mad, frustrated, or overwhelmed, but by talking it through, compromising, and seeing another point of view, we can start fresh, begin anew.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative emphasizes emotional expression and understanding among children without any depiction of physical conflict. No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is designed to be uplifting and supportive, helping children navigate their feelings.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have violence?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative emphasizes emotional expression and understanding among children without any depiction of physical conflict.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have scary content?

    No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is designed to be uplifting and supportive, helping children navigate their feelings.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have religious themes?

    The book includes depictions of children from various religions and cultures, such as a girl wearing a headscarf and a boy wearing a Sikh turban, promoting inclusivity and respect for diverse backgrounds.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have racial/cultural content?

    The book features a diverse group of children from various racial and cultural backgrounds, promoting themes of inclusivity and acceptance. This diversity is central to the book's message.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The language used is appropriate for children and focuses on emotional themes.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative centers on emotional expression rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The focus is on children's emotions and social interactions.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a diverse group of children but does not focus on gender expectations or themes.

  • Does Big Feelings (An All Are Welcome Book) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The book focuses on emotional expression and inclusivity among children but does not specifically address LGBTQ+ identities or experiences.