When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang

Short Summary

When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang is a timeless picture book that helps children understand and manage their feelings of anger. With bold illustrations and a relatable storyline, it’s a powerful tool for teaching kids that emotions are normal and manageable.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 4 to 8 years.

Topics Discussed

Prevent Sexual Abuse

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What this book is about

• When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry is a modern classic that has been helping families talk about emotions for over 20 years.
• The story begins with Sophie playing happily until her sister grabs her toy gorilla. Sophie becomes furious, and her anger grows until it feels like a volcano erupting. She runs and runs, eventually finding calm, and then returns home where life goes back to normal.
• The illustrations are vivid and powerful – shadows and colours show how overwhelming anger can feel for a child.
• This book reassures children that anger is a normal feeling, but also models healthy ways to calm down and manage big emotions.
• Understanding emotions like anger is a key part of sex education and protective behaviours. When kids know how to recognise and talk about their feelings, they are better equipped to notice when something doesn’t feel right and to ask for help.
• Parents will find this book especially helpful if their child struggles with strong emotions. I know from personal experience – when my own son had a tough time with anger as a little boy, books like this were invaluable in helping him cope.
• It’s a simple but effective book, which is why you’ll often find it in libraries and homes around the world.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath