Let It Flow - Healthy ways to release emotions

Let It Flow - Healthy ways to release emotions by Rebekah Lipp and Craig Phillips

Big feelings, small feelings, happy ones, and tough ones – we all feel them! This book is a must-have tool for tamariki and their grown-ups. This beautifully illustrated book helps children understand emotions and teaches  engaging, practical strategies, to release and process them in safe, positive ways. The result? Fewer meltdowns, better self-regulation, and more openness to talking things through. Empower your child to develop emotional understanding and navigate feelings with confidence and calm.

This isn’t just a book – it’s a game-changer for emotional wellbeing. 

Why We Love It

As professionals in the fields of psychology, social work and education, we use Let it Flow because it’s practical, engaging, and empowers tamariki to navigate their feelings with confidence. It’s beautifully illustrated, easy to understand, and packed with creative strategies kids can use to process their emotions. Whether it’s a busy classroom, a therapy session, or a quiet moment at home, this book has proven to be a go-to resource for fostering emotional literacy.

How Can We Use It?

Here are three creative ways to incorporate Big Emotions into your day:

Emotion Exploration Station: Set up a cosy corner with this book, cushions, and props (like stress balls or calming jars). Read a section together and let your tamariki choose an emotion-release activity to try.

Feeling Charades: Turn emotions into a fun, interactive game. After reading, act out feelings from the book and let others guess. It helps tamariki identify and name emotions while having a giggle.

Wind-Down Routine: Use this book during bedtime or quiet time. Pick a calming activity to practice together, helping tamariki unwind and process their day.

The Results We’ve Seen

Children feel empowered, calmer, and more in control when they learn to release emotions in healthy ways. Parents and teachers tell us this book sparks meaningful conversations and strengthens connections. We’ve seen tamariki light up as they discover strategies that work for them – from jumping it out to breathing it in.

This book isn't just a resource; it’s a bridge to understanding and emotional growth, making it a must-have for families, teachers, and anyone supporting tamariki on their wellbeing journey.