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by Kim Harvey-Keddy (Author)
Sometimes Sarah feels a storm of big emotions swirling inside her. Her cheeks flush, her chest tightens, and the world feels too noisy to bear. But with the help of her caring mum and a few creative strategies, Sarah learns that even the wildest storms can calm when we listen to what our feelings are trying to say.
This beautifully illustrated story guides children through the experience of overwhelm, frustration, and emotional release, showing that all feelings are valid and can be safely expressed. Through gentle guidance and relatable examples, Sarah discovers the power of self-awareness, calming techniques, and connection.
Each Inner Harmony Haven story blends therapeutic storytelling with evidence-informed strategies, helping children identify their emotional triggers, understand their body cues, and practice healthy ways to regulate and communicate their needs.
Following the story, parents and carers will find reflection notes to support emotional discussions at home, along with a Strategic Toolbox-a section filled with calming exercises, expressive arts activities, and co-regulation practices that strengthen emotional resilience and empathy.
Ideal for parents, educators, therapists, and wellbeing practitioners, Sarah and the Stormy Feelings offers a compassionate pathway for children aged 6-12 to build emotional literacy, self-acceptance, and the confidence to ride life's emotional waves.
Series: Inner Harmony Haven: Children's Books for Big Feelings and Coping Skills - where imagination meets emotional learning through stories of co-regulation, compassion, and growth.
