Big Skills for Big Feelings: A DBT-Inspired Workbook to Help Kids Calm Big Emotions

Does your child struggle with big feelings?Whether it's anxiety, frustration, anger, sadness, worry, meltdowns, or overwhelming emotions, many children need support learning how to understand and manage what they're feeling. The good news is that emotional regulation is a skill—and like any skill, it can be taught and practiced.Big Skills for Big Feelings is an interactive workbook designed to help children build emotional awareness, develop healthy coping skills, and gain confidence in handling life's challenges. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and family exercises, children learn practical tools they can use at home, at school, and in everyday situations.Created by a licensed professional counselor with experience working with children and families in schools, hospitals, and mental health settings, this workbook combines evidence-based strategies with child-friendly activities that make learning emotional skills fun and accessible.Inside this workbook, children will learn how to:Recognize and name their emotionsPractice mindfulness and stay present in the momentCalm their bodies when feelings become overwhelmingBuild healthy coping skills for stress and frustrationUnderstand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviorsCommunicate their needs effectivelyStrengthen friendship and interpersonal skillsUse emotional regulation tools at school and in daily lifeThis workbook includes:90+ pages of interactive activities and psychoeducationMindfulness exercisesEmotional regulation toolsDistress tolerance and coping skills activitiesThought and feeling exercisesCommunication and interpersonal skills practiceSchool-based coping strategiesFamily activities to strengthen learning at homeBonus worksheets and progress-tracking pagesPerfect for:Children ages 4+Parents and caregiversSchool counselorsTherapists and mental health professionalsSocial-emotional learning programsEvery child experiences big feelings. With the right support and practice, they can learn the skills they need to understand their emotions, build resilience, and thrive.Start building big skills for big feelings today. Read more