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Flamingos Need Sleep Too: Understanding Big Emotions in Children

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Flamingos Need Sleep Too! (Little Books About BIG Emotions)

by Lois Lenski

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	24 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

Flamingos Need Sleep Too is a children's book written by Michael Hearst and illustrated by Sarah Jane Hinder. The book explores the full range of emotions, including anger, sadness, fear, and joy. It teaches children that it is okay to feel all of these emotions, and that they need to be able to express them in a healthy way.

The book is written in a simple and engaging style, and the illustrations are bright and colorful. The book is perfect for young children, and it can help them to develop emotional intelligence.

What is Emotional Intelligence?

Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It is an important skill for children to develop, as it helps them to succeed in school, build relationships, and cope with stress.

Flamingos Need Sleep Too can help children to develop emotional intelligence by teaching them about the different emotions, how to identify them, and how to express them in a healthy way. The book also teaches children about empathy, and how to understand the emotions of others.

How to Use Flamingos Need Sleep Too with Children

Flamingos Need Sleep Too can be used with children in a variety of ways. You can read the book aloud to them, or you can have them read it on their own. You can also use the book as a starting point for discussions about emotions.

Here are some tips for using Flamingos Need Sleep Too with children:

Read the book aloud to your child. This is a great way to introduce your child to the different emotions. As you read, point out the different emotions that the flamingo is feeling, and talk about how the flamingo is expressing those emotions.
Have your child read the book on their own. Once your child is old enough to read on their own, they can read Flamingos Need Sleep Too by themselves. This is a great way for them to learn about emotions at their own pace.
Use the book as a starting point for discussions about emotions. After your child has read the book, you can use it as a starting point for discussions about emotions. Talk about how your child is feeling, and how they can express their emotions in a healthy way.
Use the book to help your child understand the emotions of others.Flamingos Need Sleep Too can help your child to understand the emotions of others. Talk about how the other characters in the book are feeling, and how your child can help them to feel better.

Flamingos Need Sleep Too is a valuable resource for parents and educators who want to help children develop emotional intelligence. The book is a fun and engaging way to teach children about emotions, and it can help them to develop the skills they need to succeed in life.

Flamingos Need Sleep Too! (Little Books About BIG Emotions)

by Lois Lenski

4.8 out of 5