Angry Octopus

The Angry Octopus story teaches children relaxation techniques for controlling anger and emotions, calming the mind and body, and lowering stress and anxiety. These research-based techniques are woven into this award-winning story, so children will read the story and learn the technique. The sea child teaches the Angry Octopus how to use muscle relaxation and belly-breathing to control anger before it erupts.

This effective stress and anger management techniques focuses awareness on various muscle groups to create a complete resting of the mind and body. Muscular relaxation can lower anxiety levels and be used to decrease pain. Children relate to the angry octopus in this beautifully illustrated book as the sea child shows him how to manage his anger, remain calm and see things more clearly. This engaging story quiets the mind and relaxes the body, so your child can let go of anger and fall asleep peacefully.

Angry Octopus is one of four stories found on the Indigo Ocean Dreams audiobook, (ASIN: 0970863365) and the Sueños del Océano Índigo audiobook, (ISBN: 9781937985202). The Spanish version of Angry Octopus titled El Pulpo Enojado, (ISBN: 9781937985011) is also available as a book and eBook.

Note to Parent:

Angry Octopus is a kid favorite. While the story best suited for kids ages 5-11, do not let this be your primary reason for selecting. Every child has a different emotional maturity, attention span, and need. You know your child best and remember this is not about the reading level. The focus is on the actual techniques.

This story received national attention on ABC's Shark Tank and has sold thousands of copies worldwide.

Adults who choose Angry Octopus as a read-aloud will find it holds plenty of opportunities for exploring anger and its management. Familiar feelings come to light as the octopus loses his temper and control, and a passing sea child tries to help him identify the results of his choices. Angry Octopus goes above and beyond most psychological stories for the very young in not just exploring feelings, but introducing basic calming techniques that kids can employ to regain control over their emotions.

When accompanied by parental or adult interactive experiences, kids receive specific guidelines for exercises that encourage them to better understand not just their feelings, but the routines they may employ to manage them.

Libraries and adults seeking picture books that take the extra step beyond understanding and into introducing proactive behaviors and emotional management strategies will welcome Angry Octopus for its appealing, practical insights on handling anxiety, stress, and anger. - Midwest Book Review

Lori Lite is a mom, founder of Stress Free Kids, and author. After helping her own children, Lori understood that her mission was to help other parents and children struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, and self-esteem. Her ability to incorporate stress management techniques with storytelling has made her award-winning titles a resource for parents, psychologists, therapists, yoga instructors, child life specialists, teachers, and doctors. Lori introduced Angry Octopus and Affirmation Weaver to the world when she appeared on Shark Tank. Lori's constant upbeat presence on social media has been awarded accolades which include Top 100 Parenting Experts to follow on Twitter, Best Twitter Feed in Children with Special Needs Category, and Top 5% Social Media Influencer. Her sought after practical tips have been featured in hundreds of media outlets, including CBS News, CNN Living, WebMD, and Family Circle magazine. Stress Free Kids: A Parent's Guide has been named Top 10 Inspirational Books. For more information, visit Stress Free Kids.

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