The Backpack of Feelings

Reach for this book when your child seems visibly weighed down by the day or is struggling to articulate why they feel overwhelmed. It provides a tangible metaphor for the internal emotional weight kids carry, making abstract feelings like anxiety and sadness easier to identify and talk about. This gentle story follows a young boy named Leo who carries a literal backpack that grows heavier with every difficult emotion he experiences. Through Leo's journey, children learn that they do not have to carry their burdens alone and that sharing feelings with others makes the 'backpack' much lighter. It is a perfect tool for ages 3 to 7 to normalize the full spectrum of emotions, from frustration to worry, and to encourage healthy communication within the family.