Little Children, BIG Feelings.

As the family prepares for a long-awaited camping trip, a little girl experiences a range of emotions. The excitement of being with Noanie and PopPop, and all the aunts, uncles, and cousins turn to real concern when they learn that PopPop is not feeling well.

Little children often have BIG feelings, but don't have the words for those feelings. Mommy helps find the precise word for the little girl's BIG feelings as she discovers the best BIG feeling of all.

Extended activities for young readers and their reading partners encourage word exploration and play.


  • “A heartfelt story told by a loving grandmother and distinguished educator, Joan Ruddiman, EdD, who shares the journey of Noanie and PopPop as a way to encourage children to share their own big feelings about life's experiences. This book provides children with the freedom to create and showcase themselves using a selection of exciting activities and expanded vocabulary. Joan does a masterful job empowering students to be active participants in self-expression that vastly enhances vibrant and meaningful learning.” -Laurence R. Fieber; Executive Director, Emeritus: Center for Future Educators

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