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Product Description We all have those feelings at times … the overwhelming ones, the uncomfortable ones, the ones we just want to get away from. For kids in particular, experiencing big feelings can be a major challenge. Written by practicing play therapist Lauren Stockly, Be Mindful of Monsters is a story about the importance of accepting our emotions—even the icky ones—and learning what those feelings are trying to tell us. Be Mindful of Monsters follows Ezzy, a relatable and gender-neutral nine-year-old whose emotions have grown into monsters. With its engaging story and diverse characters the book can be used at home, in a therapy setting or at school as part of Social Emotional Learning, and includes therapeutic metaphors and activities. You can also download the feelings chart featured in the book for FREE at BumbleBLS.com/Shop. Plus, be sure to check out the supplementary Mindful Monsters Therapeutic Workbook, which is designed to accompany Be Mindful of Monsters with over 100 pages of activities, coloring pages, charts, crafts and more. Visit Amazon.com/DP/1953094066 or BumbleBLS.com/Shop for bundled discounts. About the Author LAUREN STOCKLY, LCSW, RPT-S, ECMHS, PPSC is a child and adolescent mental health therapist who specializes in using Play Therapy to treat trauma and support emotional growth for children and families. In addition to her practice, Lauren serves the Play Therapy community as a board member of the California Association for Play Therapy, and shares interventions and resources through her popular blog, CreativePlayTherapist.com. She is also the founder of Bumble BLS, a company dedicated to advancing bilateral stimulation tools for EMDR therapy and emotional regulation in the home. ELLEN SURREY is an illustrator and designer who's not afraid of using color in her whimsical illustrations. Largely inspired by Mid-Century design and children's books of the 50s and 60s, Ellen enjoys finding beauty in the past and presenting it to a contemporary audience. Her work has appeared in such publications as The New York Times, The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal. See more of her work at ellensurrey.com.