£8.99
Sometimes the biggest monsters aren’t under the bed. Sometimes, they’re inside us. When a little monster makes you feel sad, shy or worried, it can seem enormous. But with Mum’s hugs and Dad’s songs, one child discovers that his own monster can become a friend. A gentle, reassuring picture book that helps children embrace difficult emotions. Sometimes, all the monster inside us really needs is a little love.
There’s a Monster Inside Me encourages children to discover that even the most overwhelming feelings can be transformed. Through gentle, rhythmic verses, the story brings an inner monster to life, helping children to understand emotions, which can sometimes feel too big to handle. As the child journeys alongside their monster, they learn that it is not something to be feared or disowned, but something that can be understood, accepted, and even befriended.
The story sets out to create a shared space for children and their parents or caregivers to explore difficult feelings together. Rather than offering easy solutions, the book encourages conversation and connection.
Unlike traditional stories where monsters need to be defeated, the book’s central message is that the inner ‘monster’ born from fear, shame, or self-doubt can be transformed through love, acceptance or having someone safe to talk to.
Children can begin to understand their ‘monster’ and move from an unnamed frightening inner experience towards something that can be represented in words and pictures and therefore shared with another person.
This reassuring and empowering story encourages children to embrace their feelings with curiosity, compassion and confidence.
There’s a Monster Inside Me aligns closely with Key Stage 1 learning objectives and contributes to children’s personal development, emotional literacy and wellbeing.
Nicole Kohen –
A book that is meaningful and engaging for both children and adults is not a common find. I was deeply moved by the words in this book and the story created by the author, Sybille. I can’t wait to buy it for my best friend and her toddler, knowing that this story will both teach her child something extremely valuable while also help her heal and understand her own past experiences.
Meg Graham (verified owner) –
This is a beautifully written and illustrated book. My little boy loved it so much I’ve bought it for all of my friends with young children. I very much appreciated the helpful message that emotions can be difficult but with the right support they can be our friend.
Tabby Kerwin –
What a fabulous book for children (and adults!) to help understand emotions and heal. This will’s ignores be useful for those children and their families I work with who are trying to navigate and understand grief. Thank you.
Natasha Menda –
This is an absolutely beautiful book which explores a really important topic. I found myself moved to tears at points whilst reading, and I have since already bought more copies for my friends children, so that they can enjoy this meaningful work too.