Synopses & Reviews
The international bestseller that helps young children identify emotions and feel more in control, now available in a classic picture book format.
One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color. As this adorable monster learns to sort and define his mixed up emotions, he gains self-awareness and peace as a result. Caregivers will enjoy sharing this concept book that taps into both socio-emotional growth and color concepts in a simple, friendly way.
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"[An] inviting exploration of colors and emotions.... The story should resonate with children whose emotions are not always easy to control." The Horn Book
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"Helps process emotions using beautiful, affirming language.... Visually rich and poetically told." Booklist
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"Llenas finds an approachable way for kids to identify feelings, and allows for the understanding that one can have many emotions at once... A great guide and conversation starter." School Library Journal
About the Author
Anna Llenas is an author, illustrator, and art therapist. Before creating her worldwide favorite The Color Monster, she was a graphic designer and creative director, working with top brands in Spain. Anna is the creator of Products Anna Llenas, a brand of clever home goods, and also the author of Little Mole, Labyrinth of the Soul, The Emptiness, I Love You (Almost Always), The Sun Is Late, If I Were a Cat, Journal of Emotions, and What's the Matter, Miola? In addition, she illustrated Ratolina Goes to the Circus. She lives in Barcelona.