Overview

Big feelings can move like a storm-and that's okay. Sometimes I Feel Like the Weather is a heartwarming social-emotional learning (SEL) picture book that helps children ages 3-12 recognize, name, and manage big emotions through engaging weather-themed characters. Created by a veteran educator, this beautifully illustrated story pairs real-weather photography with calming strategies aligned to the CASEL framework, making it a perfect fit for homes, classrooms, and counseling spaces. In this imaginative and accessible story, readers meet: Twister the Tornado - representing anger Sunny the Sun - happiness Dew the Raindrop - sadness Bolt the Thunderstorm - disappointment Gale the Wind - worry Iris the Rainbow - the calm after the storm, offering reflection and problem-solving Rooted in the science of social-emotional learning and aligned with the CASEL framework, Sometimes I Feel Like the Weather naturally embeds emotional regulation strategies within the narrative-giving kids tools they can use in everyday life. Through relatable characters and vivid imagery, the book transforms abstract emotions into something visual and tangible, helping young readers navigate their feelings with confidence, empathy, and self-awareness. Perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers looking to build emotional literacy, this story supports conversations about feelings while providing practical ways to handle them. Whether shared during circle time, bedtime, or a counseling session, Sometimes I Feel Like the Weather opens the door to emotional understanding -and shows kids that every feeling has a way through.

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""A fun and informative read for kids with clear visuals and a great message."" - Shannon S.""Students need guidance in realizing and regulating emotions. This book is well received by kids and adults alike!"" - B. Lausin""Great for kids to learn how to deal with feelings-especially if they love tornadoes!"" - Rose Norton""My preschoolers related to the story. A simple, relatable way to help children sort out feelings."" - N. Zabukovec Kiper""Gives practical tools kids can use to calm themselves. A wonderful emotional regulation book."" - Michael""I used this in my social skills group to help kids identify feelings and learn what to do with them. I love the book and resources-can't wait for more!"" - Educator

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Erin Nusker is a kindergarten teacher, author, and creator of the Cloudy with a Chance of Feelings series, where weather meets big emotions. Combining over a decade of classroom experience with her passion for social-emotional learning, Erin writes and illustrates stories that help children recognize, name, and manage their feelings. Her books pair real weather photography with calming strategies aligned to the CASEL framework, while also integrating hands-on science activities to make learning both meaningful and fun. Through her work, Erin empowers young readers with practical tools and strategies to manage big emotions in everyday life.

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