Does your child seem fine one minute, then overwhelmed by noise, people, balloons, music or busy places the next?

Birthday parties, school events, family gatherings and busy days out can feel exciting at first. But for sensitive, autistic, ADHD or easily overwhelmed children, the noise can build quickly until everything feels too much.

Big Feelings Are OK: When Things Feel Too Loud is a gentle, reassuring picture book that helps children understand sensory overwhelm without shame.

Arthur the Blue Monkey is excited to go to his friend's birthday party. But when the music gets louder, children start shouting, balloons pop and games begin all at once, Arthur's body starts to feel overwhelmed.

With calm support, Arthur learns that he is not bad, rude or difficult.

He is having a big feeling.

This story helps children learn:

• how to notice when noise feels too much
• that sensory overwhelm is not their fault
• how a quiet break can help
• how calm support can make busy places feel safer
• that big feelings are okay and can pass

Perfect for children who struggle with noisy places, birthday parties, school events, family gatherings, sensory overload, autism, ADHD, emotional regulation or needing a quiet break.

A warm, colourful story for parents, carers, teachers and grandparents who want to help children feel understood instead of overwhelmed.