Frustrated Flamingo Paperback Book

A Social Superhero Book About Managing Hot Emotions

Frustrated Flamingo flaps, squawks, and steams whenever things don’t go her way. Towers tumble, games go wrong, and her feathers get ruffled fast! But when her friend Fox shares a fun secret—pretending to be a firefighter—Flamingo learns how to cool down her “inside flames” with calming water droplets like counting to ten, deep breathing, and even thinking of dancing jellybean frogs.

With funny, colorful illustrations and kid-friendly strategies, this empowering story teaches children ages 4–8 how to manage frustration, stay in control, and turn big hot emotions into cool, calm confidence. Perfect for parents, teachers, and counselors looking for a playful way to help kids develop emotional regulation skills.

Themes: Emotional regulation, frustration, calming strategies, problem-solving
Strategy: “Pretend you’re a firefighter putting out flames—each water droplet is a calming tool.”

Perfect for classrooms, bedtime, and character education!

The Social Superheroes series is:

• Ideal for children ages 4–10

• Great for boys & girls

• Perfect for early readers

• Helpful for K–6 classrooms and home libraries

• A resource for counselors, parents, and teachers

• Book Dimensions: 8.5"x8.5"

Meets ASCA standards: M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, B-LS 1, B-LS 2, B-LS 4, B-LS 7, B-LS 8, B-LS 9, B-LS 10, B-SMS 1, B-SMS 2, B-SMS 3, B-SMS 5, B-SMS 6, B-SMS 7, B-SMS 10, B-SS 1, B-SS 2, and B-SS 9.

Meets CASEL competencies: Self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, social awareness, and self-awareness.