Join a childcare classroom at lunchtime as they experience different emotions!
It’s time for lunch! Some friends are feeling cranky, frustrated, or downright hangry. But caring friends and teachers help everyone deal with their big feelings.
Part of the First Friends series
Introduces different feelings words in a relatable, humorous situation
Shows a diverse cast of toddlers going through their daily routines at childcare
End notes review feelings words and invite children to practice guessing the emotion on each face
More Details
Product Dimensions:6.5 x 6.7 inches
Page Count:18 pages
Age Range:1 to 3 years
Awards & Accolades
About the Contributors
Written by - Mk Smith Despres
Mk Smith Despres is the author of the First Friends board book series, as well as Night Song and There’s That Sun Again, and was named a 2024 Green Box Artist in Residence. Mk has worked as an educator for over 15 years with kids and adults with disabilities. They write, teach, and read lots of books with their family in western Massachusetts, USA.
Illustrated by - Xuan Le
Xuan Le is an illustrator based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. After graduating with a degree in graphic design from the Ho Chi Minh City University of Fine Arts, she pursued a full-time career in illustration, focusing on picture books. Her artwork is inspired by nature, often featuring people or homes nestled in stunning landscapes. In her spare time, Xuan enjoys experimenting with paper crafts and various materials around her home, adding a fun twist to her creative projects.
