About This Book
Molly Bang's classic picture book, 'When Sophie Gets Angry--Really, Really Angry...', tenderly explores the overwhelming emotion of anger in young children. When Sophie's sister takes her toy gorilla, Sophie erupts in a fit of rage. She runs away from home, climbs a tree, and experiences the full spectrum of her anger, from crying to feeling the wind's embrace. The book beautifully depicts her process of self-soothing and returning to a state of calm, ready to reconcile with her family. It's an excellent resource for parents and educators to discuss big feelings and healthy coping mechanisms with children aged 4-8.
Sophie gets angry. And when Sophie gets angry, she goes outside and runs, she cries, and then she climbs her favorite tree. Calmed by the breeze and the wide world below her, she is soon ready to go home--and everyone is happy she's back.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What makes Sophie angry in the story? What makes you feel angry sometimes?
2
What does Sophie do when she feels really, really angry? Does that help her feel better?
3
What are some things you can do when you feel angry or frustrated?
4
How do you think Sophie's family felt when she came back home?
5
Why do you think it's important to talk about our feelings, even when they are big and loud?
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