Tipdip is Scared: A picture book series about emotions
Paperback
Series: Pompom & the Circle of Feelings
ISBN13: 9789083623740
Publisher: Nanda Publishing
Published: Mar 19 2026
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
This beautifully illustrated picture book is about the feeling of being scared.
How does Tipdip feel - and what is that feeling called?
Where does it come from...? And the important question: what now?
Read all about it in Tipdip Is Scared!
Tipdip Is Scared is a full-color picture book, sized 8 x 8 inches.
Pompom and The Circle of Feelings is a series about emotions and feelings.
Can you already recognize what you're feeling?
Where does it come from - and how do you handle it?
Helping children understand what feelings are and how to recognize their emotions is essential for their emotional development.
Tipdip begins in a state of complete emotional overwhelm, physically manifesting their fear and unable to move forward. The turning point comes when they find the courage to name their emotion and share it with someone who notices their distress. Through this vulnerability, Tipdip gradually reclaims their confidence, learning that acknowledging feelings is the first step toward managing them. By the end, they understand that fear, while powerful, is temporary, and they can walk forward despite it.
Tipdip is naturally sensitive and imaginative, with a tendency to feel emotions very intensely. They're curious about the world but can become easily overwhelmed when faced with uncertainty. Tipdip has a gentle, thoughtful nature and notices details others might miss. Despite their cautious approach to new situations, they possess an underlying determination that surfaces when they finally confront their fears.
Tipdip struggles with the conflict between their desire to explore and experience life fully versus their overwhelming fear responses that make them want to hide away. They question whether acknowledging fear makes them weak or if ignoring it makes things worse. Tipdip also battles with wanting comfort from others while being afraid of appearing vulnerable.
Tipdip possesses remarkable self-awareness about their physical and emotional states. They have the courage to admit when they're scared, which takes significant bravery. Tipdip is resilient, able to find their inner strength even after being completely overwhelmed. They're also empathetic, which helps them connect with others who might understand their feelings.
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