Why Do I Feel Like This?

Reach for this book when your child is in the middle of a bad mood and cannot explain why, or when they are struggling with feelings of envy and resentment toward others. Shinsuke Yoshitake moves away from the typical 'take a deep breath' advice to offer a quirky, imaginative exploration of why we feel 'prickly' inside. It validates the child's experience by acknowledging that some people are simply difficult to like, and it provides a humorous mental toolkit for processing those negative emotions. With its distinct manga-inspired illustrations and philosophical wit, the book is perfect for elementary-aged children who are developing more complex social awareness. It transforms heavy feelings into something manageable and even funny, helping kids realize that while they cannot always control their circumstances or other people, they can change how they think about them. It is an essential choice for normalizing the 'ugly' feelings we all have but rarely talk about.