Book Review
A short overview of this book
Just Feel: How to be stronger, happier, healthier and more by Malika Chopra is one of the few books for older kids about feelings. Most of the books written about feelings tend to target younger children. So it is a nice change to see a book that targets an older age group. Especially since puberty can be a time when feelings become volatile or new feelings (like sexual feelings) begin to emerge!
So this is a beautiful book that helps kids to understand their feelings ie to problem solve, harness inner strength, and gain grit and emotional awareness.
You can learn more on this page, about how to talk to kids about sex education.
Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 8 to 12 years.
Buy this book
✅ Buy a copy of Just Feel: How to be stronger, happier, healthier and more by Malika Chopra from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’m Cath Hak, and welcome to Sex Ed Rescue. On my YouTube channel, Sex Ed Rescue, I share a bunch of videos, mostly book reviews. There are so many amazing books out there that can help us talk to kids about those tricky topics. Feelings, in particular, is a topic that ties in with sexuality. I also have a website called overscreen, where I show parents a better way to have those sex talks with their kids.
So, on overscreen, you’ll find loads of resources to help you navigate these conversations. You’ll also find all my book reviews neatly organized by topic. Right now, I don’t have a specific topic for feelings, but I’m working on it. There are just so many books out there about feelings! It feels like a new one comes out every week. One book I want to talk about is Just Feel by Malika Chopra. It’s a great resource for tweens and early teens.
This book is all about learning to be in tune with your feelings, working on problem-solving, and finding inner strength to be happier. Your feelings are powerful, and they can affect your mood and how you handle different situations in life. It’s important to learn how to identify your feelings, express your needs, and make choices that align with the life you want. This book helps you understand what your body and mind need to be happy and healthy. It encourages you to embrace your feelings, feel proud of yourself, and choose words that express who you are.
The artwork in this book is absolutely beautiful, and it features children from diverse backgrounds and cultures. It also includes activities that you can do in just five minutes. All you need is a quiet room, a library, some paper, and something to write with. These activities help you tune into your feelings and become more mindful, which is all about relaxation and slowing down in our busy world.
I’ve been trying to get my 14-year-old to read this book, but she’s been rolling her eyes at me lately. I guess that’s just part of being a teenager! Anyway, I wanted to share this book with you because it’s a gem. The images are stunning, and the content is really helpful. It’s not easy to review such a big book in a video, but I wanted to make sure you knew about it. There aren’t many books out there for tweens and young teens on this topic. Most of them are picture books for younger kids, so it’s great to see a book that’s perfect for older children who want something more than just pictures.
I hope this review gave you a good sense of what Just Feel is all about. If you’re looking for a resource to help your kids understand and embrace their feelings, this book is definitely worth checking out. Cheers!
