About This Book:
Have you ever had a day when your big feelings bubbled and fizzed inside until you felt you might explode? We’ve all been there, and today Bilal is having a day like that.
Bilal’s Bad Day is a charmingly coloured, interactive book; Spin the dial and help Bilal choose a calming strategy to change chaos back to calm. It aims to show young Muslim minds how to draw upon the remembrance of Allah (SWT) and take practical steps to help themselves when their big emotions are threatening to take over.
*Review Contributed By Clara Graham-Reid, Staff Reviewer*
A Faith Based Guide to Emotional Regulation
When I saw this book about a young boy managing big feelings and emotional overwhelm, I knew I had to read it with my son. My little guy has also been working on regulating his feelings, so I was excited to find a book that approached the topic in an interactive, accessible way.
Even though my family isn’t Muslim, the coping strategies presented in “Bilal’s Bad Day” – like mindful breathing and grounding – are universally applicable. The choose-your-own-adventure format, complete with a spinner, makes the book incredibly engaging for kids. And the inclusion of a parent’s guide and discussion questions at the end creates valuable opportunities for families to explore emotions together.
What I love most is how the book validates the importance of a supportive family during challenging moments. Bilal’s parents, both his mom and dad, are shown actively helping him work through his “bad day.” As an educator, I appreciate that representation, and as a mom, I know how vital it is for children to see caregivers modeling healthy emotional regulation. “Bilal’s Bad Day” is a wonderful resource for any family or classroom looking to expand their social-emotional learning library.
