Big feelings can feel enormous, but they don't last forever.

When a small block breaks his rocket, Larry's belly fills with a feeling that feels way too big. With help from caring grown-ups and a few simple body tools, Larry learns how to name what he's feeling, breathe through it, and notice when his body begins to soften again.

This gentle, reassuring picture book helps children understand that overwhelming emotions are normal, and manageable.

Inside this story, children will: Learn that feelings rise and fall like wavesPractice calming strategies: breathing, squeezing, and safe movementBuild emotional vocabulary (mad, sad, worried)See adults modeling calm, supportive responsesDiscover that kindness, to themselves and others, helps big feelings passPerfect for ages 4-8, this warm, read-aloud-friendly story supports social-emotional learning at home, in classrooms, and during bedtime routines.

Join Larry on an adventure that reminds kids: even the biggest feelings won't last forever.