Tamir & Naya take on Anger is a relatable, beautifully illustrated children's book that helps young readers recognize, understand, and cope with anger and frustration in healthy ways.
Naya has big plans for the perfect picnic with her favorite stuffed animal, Teddy. Everything is going great until her little brother Tamir accidentally ruins it. Naya gets really, really angry. She cries and screams so loudly it scares Tamir. But with a little help from their father, Naya learns how to express her emotions using her words.
Through this honest and heart-centered story, children learn that anger is a normal feeling and there are healthy ways to deal with it.
With vibrant illustrations and an engaging sibling dynamic, Tamir & Naya take on Anger supports children in identifying emotional triggers and learning anger management techniques that can be applied in real life. This empowering book is ideal for social emotional learning (SEL) in classrooms, therapy sessions, and at home.
Why Readers Love This Book: Teaches children how to recognize and regulate their anger in relatable, age-appropriate waysModels a healthy family response to big emotions through calming techniques and open communicationPromotes emotional resilience and emotional intelligence in early childhoodFeatures Black siblings in a warm, supportive family setting-supporting inclusive children's literatureIdeal for parents, educators, school counselors, and mental health professionalsPerfect for read alouds, classroom SEL discussions, and conflict resolution lessonsBonus Features: Three activities, including a calming breathing technique and practical ways to de-escalate intense emotionsDialogic questions that invite children to reflect on the story and relate it to their own experiencesGuidance for caregivers to use the story as a starting point for discussions about emotional regulation and problem-solvingIf your child loves When Sophie Gets Angry, A Little Spot of Anger, or Cool Down and Work Through Anger, they'll connect deeply with Naya's story-and Tamir's, too.
Tamir & Naya take on Anger is part of a diverse book series designed to help children explore big feelings with the help of trusted adults, while learning lifelong tools for emotional wellness. OR Tamir & Naya take on Anger is part of a book series designed to support social emotional development and mental health in children through engaging storytelling, relatable characters, and research-backed techniques.