Get the Wiggles Out: Playful Ways to Embrace Every Feeling - Hardcover

Big feelings? Wiggly bodies? Let's move through it--together!

From nervous wiggles to excited jumps, this playful and empowering picture book helps kids recognize, understand, and manage their feelings--one movement at a time. Whether it's Elmo feeling nervous at the doctor's office or Abby bursting with excitement at the library, Get the Wiggles Out shows that there are fun, simple ways to handle every emotion. With expert guidance from Mayo Clinic pediatric psychologist Dr. Emily McTate and beloved Sesame Street friends, children learn how to calm their bodies, express their feelings, and get back to doing what they love.

Featuring vibrant illustrations, engaging activities, and a warm, reassuring tone, this book is perfect for:

• Helping young readers build emotional awareness and resilience
• Supporting social-emotional learning at home, in classrooms, or in therapy
• Encouraging movement-based techniques to manage big feelings

Whether kids feel shy, overwhelmed, or just need to shake it out, Get the Wiggles Out is a joyful reminder that every feeling is safe to feel--and every child has the tools to handle it.

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