When Feelings Feel Big
Children today face big emotions — worry, low confidence, friendship struggles, overwhelm — often without the words or tools to explain how they feel.
That might look like sudden meltdowns, bedtime worries, avoidance of school, or a child who says “I’m fine” — but clearly isn’t.
Why Emotional Skills Matter Early
Emotional skills don’t develop automatically — they need to be learned, practised, and supported early in life. When children aren’t supported during these formative years, those struggles can follow them as they grow, affecting confidence, relationships, learning, and overall wellbeing.
But when children learn how to understand and manage their feelings from a young age, everything changes — they feel more confident, better understood, and more equipped to handle life’s challenges.
Stories With Purpose
Our stories are created using an approach known as bibliotherapy
— a proven method that uses storytelling to support emotional and mental wellbeing.
Begins with a real challenge children face
Gently reflects the child’s emotional experience
Weaves in evidence‑based psychological tools from child psychology and CBT
Shows children how to cope through example — not instruction
These stories are not therapy — just gentle tools that help children understand themselves better.
Children don’t feel like they’re being taught. They feel understood.
What Children Gain From These Stories
When children read these stories regularly, you may start to notice:
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Better understanding of their emotions
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Improved confidence and self‑esteem
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Healthier ways to handle worry and big feelings
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Stronger empathy and social skills
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Calmer behaviour and emotional regulation
For parents, teachers, and caregivers, that means:
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Fewer emotional meltdowns
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More meaningful conversations
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Proven tools to support emotional growth
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Peace of mind knowing your child is learning skills that last
Our Books
Each story helps your child understand one big feeling — and shows them how to cope, gently and naturally.
Painting Friendship
Helping children build empathy, teamwork, and meaningful friendships Painting Friendship is a warm and engaging story about learning to embrace […]
The Tale of Percy and The Perfectly Picky Pencil
Helping children overcome perfectionism, embrace mistakes, and build confidence through progress The Tale of Percy and the Perfectly Picky Pencil […]
Ziggle and The Backpack of Energies
Helping children understand emotional awareness, positivity, and empathy Ziggle and the Backpack of Energies is a vibrant and heartwarming story […]
Top Fart
Helping children understand failure, perseverance, and resilience Top Fart is a humorous and relatable story about Zac, a child who […]
There’s A Light That Never Goes Out
Helping children overcome shyness, fear, and self-doubt There’s A Light That Never Goes Out is an uplifting story about discovering […]
The Wizard’s Secret
Helping children build self-esteem, confidence, and resilience The Wizard’s Secret is a magical story about Fizzy Fumbleboots, a young wizard […]
The Secret to Feeling Good
Helping children understand empathy, generosity, and the joy of helping others The Secret to Feeling Good is a heartwarming story […]
The Power Of A Smile
Helping children embrace positivity, kindness, and emotional connection The Power of a Smile is a heartwarming story about how small […]
The Lonely Star
Helping children understand exclusion, empathy, and the power of kindness The Lonely Star is a heartwarming story about feeling left […]
The Little Kite Who Couldn’t Fly
Helping children develop perseverance, resilience, and a growth mindset The Little Kite Who Couldn’t Fly is a heartwarming story about […]
How It Works
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Choose a story that matches your child’s needs
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Read together or let your child explore independently
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Talk through the gentle reflection questions at the end
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Watch emotional skills grow — naturally, over time
Stories can be read anytime, anywhere, across devices.
Subscription Options
One simple subscription gives you:
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Full access to our entire story library
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New stories added regularly
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Tools to support emotional wellbeing at home,
in classrooms, or in therapy settings
About the Founder
Magic Books for Kids was created by Owen Collum, inspired by his own early emotional challenges and a lifelong commitment to helping children develop the skills he once needed.
With formal training in child psychology and a passion for storytelling — alongside the support of a qualified psychotherapist — Owen set out to create stories that truly support children’s emotional wellbeing.
Because every child deserves to feel understood, supported, and emotionally equipped to thrive.
