Maxs Box

Discover a heartwarming children's story that teaches valuable emotional intelligence in Brian Wray's captivating tale. This beautifully illustrated paperback book, measuring 217 x 217 mm, invites young readers to join Max on his journey with a magical box gifted by his parents. Max's box has a unique ability to hold all sorts of belongings—from toys to emotions—making it a compelling read for children aged 4-8. As Max grapples with negative feelings like anger, embarrassment, sadness, and loneliness, he learns an important lesson: emotions can't simply be tucked away like toys. Instead, they must be understood and expressed. With the help of friends and family, Max transforms his growing box into a symbol of beauty and acceptance, illustrating the importance of emotional awareness. This enchanting narrative not only captivates young minds but also serves as an insightful guide for parents, shedding light on the need for emotional expression in childhood development. Order your copy today to help children learn how to embrace their emotions and foster resilience in a world that can often encourage suppression. Perfect as a thoughtful gift, this story aligns with the current movement towards supporting children’s mental health and emotional well-being. Promoting healthy emotional habits through literature has never been more essential.

Author: Brian Wray Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 217 x 217 mm
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 14-09-2019

Max's parents give him a very special gift: a tiny, magical box that will hold everything, from his toys to his feelings. Max learns, however, that feelings can't be put away as easily as toys. Each negative emotion he feels?anger, embarrassment, sadness, loneliness?gets added to the box, which grows and grows. Eventually it is so large that it keeps him from doing what he loves, like riding his bike and climbing trees. With some help from his friends and family, Max is able to turn the box into something beautiful and let it go. A parents' guide explains how well-intentioned adults often encourage children, especially young boys, to ignore and "put away" their feelings instead of learning to fully live with them. This simple but powerful story not only teaches children how to "control" their emotions but discourages suppressing them, the illustrations becoming more colorful and vibrant as Max moves out from his box's shadow.