Hungry Jim

"Hungry Jim" by Laurel Snyder is a clever and relatable picture book that tackles the universal experience of big, overwhelming emotions, often described as feeling "beastly." When Jim wakes up one Tuesday morning, he doesn't feel like himself; instead, he feels a powerful, almost animalistic hunger that goes beyond just food. The story lightheartedly depicts this internal "beastliness" and, crucially, shows the power children have to acknowledge and manage these feelings. It's perfect for children aged 4-8, offering a humorous and comforting way to discuss emotional regulation and self-awareness.

When Jim wakes up one Tuesday morning, he doesn't feel like eating his pancakes. In fact, Jim doesn't feel like Jim. He feels rather, well, beastly. But he is hungry. Very hungry....This clever and relatable tale of moods from Laurel Snyder and Chuck Groenink offers a lighthearted depiction of the beastliness that lives inside all of us—and the power we have to put it in its place. Surprising yet satisfying, this richly illustrated book brims with humor that readers of all ages will be roaring to devour.