What's on Your Mind?: A Calming Book for Busy Brains

By Todd Parr

A gentle, interactive introduction to mindfulness and handling feelings of all shapes and sizes from New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr.

With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.

If your head feels too full...
Think about something that tastes good.
Stretch all the way up to the sky to pet a giraffe.
Laugh out loud for no reason

What's On Your Mind?: A Calming Book for Busy Brains helps little ones sift through overwhelming thoughts, identify feelings, and calm anxiety. Colorful bird characters lead the reader through the book, and interactive pages offer specific tools--such as deep breathing, stretching, and sensory exploration--to relax the mind in a fun and silly way. With Todd's signature simple text and bold art, this is the perfect first book on mindful thinking for the youngest readers.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316596329
• ISBN13: 9780316596329
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.3" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1