Ravi’s Roar by Tom Percival is the newest book in the Big Bright Feelings series, picture books providing kid-friendly entry points into emotional intelligence topics. Ravi never minded being the smallest in the family, until one day he runs into a lot of frustrations. Ravi gets so furious that he can’t control his temper anymore and he becomes a ferocious TIGER! Being a tiger is great, but when no one wants to play with him, Ravi discovers something very important about voicing his feelings.
Evaluation comments:
“Love the exploration of feelings that all kids experience, but don’t always know how to express”
“So important to talk to kids about feeling their feelings and this book is a great tool to begin the conversation”
“This story really showcases anger and its complications without being didactic.”
“It is smart, funny, and will prompt a discussion of anger and how to handle it.”
“I think a parent who has a child with anger problems would especially appreciate this book. Well done.”
“This is what I like—a book that has an important message, but it is stated with a solid story and great illustrations too.”