FOR THE CHILD WITH BIG FEELINGS
The Secret Playbook of Life Lessons - Ages 6-10
$45.00
$77.00
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Ages 6–10 · 50 short stories · Paperback · 6 × 9 in
Help your child handle big feelings, five minutes a night.
- ✓ Gives kids the words for big feelings: anger, worry, jealousy, feeling left out
- ✓ Friendship fights, mistakes, nerves before something new — no preachy lessons
- ✓ 5–10 minute stories with talk-about questions, ages 6–10, easy to read solo or together
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Lauren J.
This book has become such a lovely part of our bedtime routine. The stories are short enough to hold my child’s attention, but meaningful enough to start conversations about feelings, friendship, and confidence. I’ve noticed my child using the lessons in everyday moments, which has been really special.
Sound familiar?
Big feelings, and no words for them yet.
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The meltdown over something small.The wrong cup, a lost game, and suddenly it's tears or a slammed door.
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“Nobody wants to play with me.”Feeling left out comes home from school with them.
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The hand that stays down.They know the answer, but worry they'll sound silly.
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“I'm fine.”Then it all comes out at bedtime.
We teach kids to brush their teeth and tie their shoes. The Secret Playbook gives them words for the harder stuff, one short story at a time.
Inside the book
50 short stories. One real moment in each.
Every story follows a child through something your child has probably felt this week, then helps you talk about it.
- A story in a kid's own voice.Like Aisha, who wrote a poem about her cat Pickles but couldn't make her hand go up to read it.
- One line to remember.“Worries feel less powerful when you name them and talk back to them.”
- A simple illustration.Each story opens with a black-and-white picture.
- Questions to talk about.A few questions at the end of every story turn five minutes of reading into a real conversation.
A few of the stories
- #4 The Boy Who Talked to His Worries
- #6 The Friend Who Listened With Her Whole Self
- #11 The Day Everything Went Wrong (And I Survived It)
10 life skills covered
- Confidence & self-belief
- Emotional intelligence
- Empathy & kindness
- Responsibility
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Social skills
- Self-awareness
- Decision-making
- Resilience
The Secret Playbook of Life Lessons - Ages 6-10
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Five minutes at bedtime
Read one. Talk about it. Try it tomorrow.
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Read one story.Five to ten minutes. Read it together, or let older kids read it alone.
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Ask one question.The questions at the end do the work. “Have you ever felt like that?” is enough.
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Borrow the words.Next time a worry shows up, you already have the story to point back to.
Before you buy
Is it right for your family?
It's a great fit if…
- Your child is 6–10 and has big feelings they can't always explain
- You want short reads that start real conversations
- You'd like one book for read-alouds now (ages 6–7) and reading alone later (ages 8–10)
It's not…
- A picture book. It's mostly text, with one simple black-and-white illustration per story
- Meant to be read in one go. Most families read one story a night
- A replacement for professional support if worries or anger are severe
Many families come back to a story when something similar happens at school.
Free gifts with every order
A little extra help, on us.
Every bundle comes with free extras to help the lessons stick. Pick 2 or 4 books to unlock more.
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The Calm Parent’s Toolkit
A digital parent guide with a five-minute daily check-in, a three-step meltdown method and a seven-day starter challenge.
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Little Money Minds
A digital family guide to raising money-smart kids.
Free with 2 or 4 books -
Everlune Kids Bookmark
A Read, Think & Grow bookmark to keep their place between stories.
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Free tracked & insured shipping
Tracked and insured delivery, straight to your door.
Free with 2 or 4 books
Digital guides are emailed as PDFs right after you order.
The details
Everything in the box.
- Format
- Paperback
- Stories
- 50 short stories, each with questions to talk about together
- Reading time
- 5–10 minutes per story
- Size
- 6 × 9 inches
- Ages
- 6–10 (read together at 6–7, alone at 8–10)
- Author
- Claire Monroe
- Free gifts
- 1 book: The Calm Parent’s Toolkit
2 books: + Little Money Minds
4 books: + Everlune Kids Bookmark - Shipping
- Free tracked & insured shipping on 2 or 4 books
Read it risk-free for 30 days.
If it's not right for your child, email us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our products, shipping, returns, and more.
What ages is the book for?
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The stories are designed for children aged 6–10, using simple language and relatable situations they can understand.
Does it have pictures?
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Yes, each story opens with a simple black-and-white illustration. But it is mostly text: a story book, not a picture book.
How long are the stories?
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Each story takes approximately 5–10 minutes to read, making them ideal for bedtime, quiet time, or meaningful family discussions.
Is this a physical book?
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Yes. This is a physical paperback book that will be delivered directly to your address.
How do I get the free guides?
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The Calm Parent’s Toolkit and Little Money Minds are digital PDFs, emailed to you right after you order. The bookmark ships with your books.
How long does shipping take?
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Orders are processed within 1–3 business days, then delivery usually takes 7–15 business days depending on your country. You’ll get a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
What is your return policy?
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
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90-Day Returns
Unused items in their original, resalable condition may be returned within 90 days of delivery. Please contact us before returning an item. Return-shipping costs apply unless the item arrived damaged or incorrect.
Big feelings don't come with instructions.
This book gives your child the words, one story a night.
Get your copy + free parent guide — $45.00 Or save more with 2 or 4 books →30-day money-back guarantee · Free tracked shipping on 2+ books
Loved by parents. Remembered by children.
Real words from families who have made Everlune stories part of their everyday moments.
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Nicole F.
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September 15, 2026
This book has been a fantastic conversation starter with our 9-year old who doesn't open up very much. We read a chapter or two each night. Chapters are no more than a few pages long and they keep our son engaged. At the end of each chapter there are a few questions relating to the message of story. Highly recommend this book to all parents.
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Sarah M.
- Great value for money
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September 5, 2026
We’ve participated in a profusion of similar books but this is the one the kids have asked for daily. They read it alone and refer to the stories in conversation.
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Whitney J.
- Worth it
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August 2, 2026
My kids good forward to reading a chapter each night. Great for teaching kids new ways to navigate life.
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Samuel R.
- Great bed time stories with real lessons
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in the
United States
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July 23, 2026
I bought this for my son because I wanted something that teaches life lessons without sounding preachy. We’ve been reading a few stories each week at bedtime, and he actually stays interested. The situations feel realistic, like friendship issues or feeling left out, which makes it easier for him to relate.
I like that each story ends with simple takeaways and questions we can talk about. It’s opened up some good conversations I didn’t expect. A few stories felt similar, but overall it’s a solid book for building confidence and emotional skills in a gentle way. I’m glad we added it to our shelf.
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Pierre C.
- Supportive for kids
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United States
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June 11, 2026
The stories are short enough to keep a childs attention and they deal with real stuff like feeling scared or making friends in a way that doesn't feel like a lecture. I liked how each story ends with a litle lesson that is easy to talk about together. The AI illustration were not really my cup of tea, looked a bit cheap but I guess it's better than nothing
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Ashley C.
- Fun and inspiring stories
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United States
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May 1, 2026
I bought this so that my 7 and 8-year old sons could enjoy it. I find the stories fun and inspiring. The only recommendation I have is to add a table of content at the beginning of the book so the reader can easily find the story they want. Other than that, it a great book.
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Joseph M.
- Friendly and down to earth!
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United States
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April 16, 2026
One of the best life lesson books parents can read to their kids. A mix of life lessons presented in a real life dialog type of format that is relatable to kids of any age. The way the author does the storytelling is interesting and real! The life lessons in this book are not dramatized or feel like they are forced.
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Britney K.
- Love it
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United States
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March 10, 2026
Great book for kids. Easy short stories teaching kids how to handle situations appropriately
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