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I Don't Want to Calm Down!
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionReligion
Publisher Price: $12.99
Publisher: Bolton Books
Published: Jun 9 2025
Pages: 30
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.08 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Debra-Jo is having a BIG feeling kind of day - and she absolutely, positively does not want to calm down. Her heart is thumping, her voice is loud, and no one better tell her to take a deep breath!
But with a little help from her mom (and Scruffy the Puppy), Debra-Jo begins to discover that calming down doesn't mean ignoring her feelings - it means learning what to do with them.
This tender, empowering story helps kids understand that big feelings are normal, and that they have the tools to move through them with love, patience, and confidence.
Why families and teachers love I Don't Want to Calm Down:★ Emotionally Honest & Relatable
Kids see themselves in Debra-Jo - and caregivers get a gentle model for how to respond when emotions run high.
★ Emotional Regulation Support
Includes a link to downloadable caregiver resources, including a calm-down checklist, feelings chart, printable pages, and more.
★ Positive Representation
Featuring relatable characters and real-life emotional struggles, this book helps children of all backgrounds feel seen and supported.
★ Faith-Friendly & Uplifting
Includes a link to an audio version of Yes, Jesus Loves Me - reminding readers that they are loved, no matter what they feel.
★ Perfect for ages 4 and up
Ideal for home, classrooms, Sunday school, therapy settings, or any space where big feelings show up.
Whether your child is having a meltdown moment or just learning how to talk about their feelings, I Don't Want to Calm Down is a go-to story for calming hearts and growing emotional wisdom.
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