The Boy Who Drummed His Feelings

Reach for this book when your child is struggling to articulate 'big feelings' or feels overwhelmed by a tangle of emotions they cannot name. It is a perfect tool for children who express themselves more through movement and sound than through words. The story follows Kofi, a young boy who receives a magical drum that transforms his internal emotions into a physical forest of trees. By drumming his joy, anger, and sadness, Kofi learns that every emotion serves a purpose in growing his inner world. This lyrical tale is ideal for children ages 4 to 8, offering a visual and auditory metaphor for emotional regulation. It moves beyond simply labeling feelings to showing how they can be cultivated and understood through creative expression. Parents will find it particularly helpful for building a growth mindset and normalizing the idea that even difficult emotions like anger or sadness are necessary for a healthy, resilient heart.