Sunny

A parent would reach for this book when their child feels responsible for other people's happiness or struggles with disappointment when things don't go as planned. The story follows a girl named Sunny whose emotions literally control the weather. When she's happy, it's bright and clear, but when a wave of sadness hits, a storm brews, threatening to ruin her perfect day. This book gently explores emotional regulation, resilience, and the importance of accepting all our feelings, not just the sunny ones. It's an excellent choice for ages 3 to 7, providing a powerful visual metaphor for how a child's mood can feel all encompassing. It beautifully models that it's okay to have a cloudy day and that joy can be found even when things don't go according to plan.