Pause, Breathe, Repair with Luma

By S. L. Moonfeather

Pause, Breathe, Repair with Luma is a gentle and emotionally supportive picture book designed to help children navigate big feelings with confidence and care.

When emotions feel overwhelming, children are guided through a simple, repeatable framework: pause, breathe, and return to calm. Through soothing imagery and the quiet presence of Luma's magical feather, young readers are introduced to foundational emotional regulation skills in a way that feels safe and accessible.

The story also explores the concept of repair. Children learn that after strong emotions take over, they can take responsibility, use their voice, and restore connection with courage. It reinforces that mistakes do not define them and that relationships can be mended with honesty and care.

Grounded in social-emotional learning principles, the book supports the development of self-awareness, communication skills, resilience, and empathy. Its clear structure and visual cues make it particularly supportive for children who experience anxiety, sensory overwhelm, or difficulty regulating strong emotions, including neurodivergent children such as those with autism or ADHD.

Written in a calm and reassuring tone, this book offers practical language and strategies for families, educators, therapists, and allied health professionals to use in everyday situations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764544005
• ISBN13: 9781764544009
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Moon, Rose & Feather Press
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 11.0" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3