The Crumpled Drawings: When Big Feelings Feel Too Big

By Kelly Hahm

When little hands crumple paper, big hearts are asking for help.

Edric loves to draw, dinosaurs, cheetahs, superheroes, and more. But when a line goes wiggly or a shape looks wrong, his feelings get too big to hold, and the drawings end up crumpled on the floor.

That night, something magical happens. The crumpled drawings come to life, slip into Edric's dream, and gently teach him something he'll never forget: it's okay to feel mad, but his hands can pause, he can breathe, and he can ask for help.

The Crumpled Drawings is a warm, beautifully illustrated picture book for children ages 3-7 that helps little ones understand and manage big emotions like frustration and anger. Rooted in emotional regulation and co-regulation strategies, this story shows children and the grown-ups beside them that no feeling is too big, and no mistake is beyond repair.

Includes a parent and caregiver guide with practical tips for navigating big feelings together.

Perfect for: bedtime reading, classroom discussions, therapy settings, or any child who has ever crumpled something they wished they hadn't.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H151YS48
• ISBN13: 9798195891435
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"