Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day

Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day explores the emotional world of a young girl through rhyming verse and illustrations. This picture book follows the protagonist as she experiences and describes different moods throughout her days. The story unfolds through thirteen distinct moods, from silly to angry to confused. Each mood is paired with lively illustrations by Laura Cornell that capture the energy and expression of the feelings being described. The final pages include an interactive mood wheel that allows young readers to identify and share their own emotions. This element adds a hands-on component to help children connect with the book's themes. The book serves as a tool for emotional literacy, helping children recognize that all feelings are valid and that moods can change from day to day. Through humor and relatability, it normalizes the full spectrum of emotions that make up the human experience.

Parents and teachers report this book helps children identify and discuss their emotions. The rhyming text and expressive illustrations resonate with kids aged 3-8, who often request repeated readings. Readers appreciate: - Teaches emotional vocabulary through relatable scenarios - Colorful, engaging artwork by Laura Cornell - Interactive mood wheel at the back - Normalizes having different feelings throughout the day Common critiques: - Some find the rhymes forced or awkward - A few parents note the "cranky" mood description includes yelling at mom - Text can be long for very young children Ratings: Amazon: 4.8/5 (5,800+ reviews) Goodreads: 4.3/5 (4,900+ ratings) One teacher notes: "This book opened up conversations about emotions that my students were previously unable to express." A parent writes: "The mood wheel became a daily check-in tool with my 4-year-old who now says 'I feel silly' instead of acting out."

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🌟 Jamie Lee Curtis wrote this book to help children understand that all emotions - even challenging ones - are valid and normal parts of life. 🎨 The book's vibrant illustrations by Laura Cornell show a spunky redheaded girl expressing 13 different moods throughout her days. 📚 Published in 1998, the book became a New York Times bestseller and has helped countless children develop emotional intelligence. 🎭 The story is written in playful rhyming verse, making it engaging for young readers while tackling important emotional concepts. 👥 Author Jamie Lee Curtis has written more than 13 children's books, many focusing on helping kids understand and accept themselves, including "I'm Gonna Like Me" and "When I Was Little."