Every parent, caregiver—and toddler—knows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their calm-down place—a quiet space where they can cry, ask for a hug, sing to themselves, be rocked in a grown-up’s arms, talk about feelings, and breathe: “One, two, three . . . I’m calm as can be. I’m taking care of me.” After a break, toddlers will feel like new—and adults will, too. Books include tips for parents and caregivers.

"This board book helps toddlers work through strong feelings of anger and worry. Children learn strategies to calm themselves and are encouraged to ask for help. They will discover heavy emotions can help them learn more about themselves. Includes a section for adults offering tips and activities for helping children learn to calm their emotions"--

In this English-Spanish bilingual board book, a little girl works through strong feelings and learns calming strategies. “Sometimes things seem hard, and my feelings are really big.” Strong emotions can be overwhelming for young children, and at times they need help identifying what they’re feeling and how to use calming strategies. “I want to feel peaceful. I won’t hit or hurt.” Gentle and encouraging, this English-Spanish bilingual board book helps toddlers work through strong feelings like anger and worry. With straightforward words and warm illustrations, I Calm Down/Yo me calmo helps children understand that feelings change and that their own actions can make a difference in how they feel. Children learn to use deep breaths, mental images, and other simple calming strategies. When their feelings are too big to manage, children can ask for help and comfort from a trusted adult. A section for adults offers tips on talking about the book together, along with activities for helping children learn to calm themselves in both languages. Learning About Me & You Series Support toddlers and young preschoolers in developing self-awareness and social awareness with these charming board books focused on early social skills. With her straightforward and encouraging style, author Cheri J. Meiners guides little ones to understand how they fit into their world and how other people fit in too. Children learn about belonging, feelings, playing, sharing, helping, and more. Perfect for group or home settings, each book includes tips and information for teachers, parents, and caregivers. Bilingual English-Spanish editions of select titles are also available.