Book — Edgard: Gdy emocje biorą górę — Jak uczyć dzieci radzenia sobie z trudnymi uczuciami

"Gdy emocje biorą górę — Jak uczyć dzieci radzenia sobie z trudnymi uczuciami" is a non-fiction book from Edgard that explains why children react emotionally and presents practical methods to help them recognise, express and regulate strong feelings. The guide is written for adults who support children: parents, teachers and caregivers. It combines clear explanations of emotional development with step-by-step strategies, communication tips and age-appropriate activities to practise coping skills in everyday situations.

Advantages

The book provides evidence-informed approaches and easily applicable techniques for teaching emotional regulation without clinical jargon. It focuses on practical interaction patterns, concrete exercises and examples from family and school contexts, enabling adults to support children’s emotional learning consistently. The language is accessible and organised to allow quick reference for particular situations or age groups.

Suitable for

• Parents seeking tools to help children cope with anger, anxiety, sadness or frustration
• Teachers and educators designing classroom activities or social-emotional learning lessons
• Childcare providers and therapists looking for complementary, practice-oriented strategies
• Support groups and family workshops focused on emotional development

Key specifications

• Format: paperback non-fiction guide designed for adults supporting children
• Content focus: emotional recognition, regulation strategies, communication techniques and practical exercises
• Target audience: parents, educators, caregivers and allied professionals working with children
• Language: Polish (original text)
• Use cases: family, school, therapeutic and extracurricular settings

How to use

Read chapters that match the child’s age and the emotional situations you wish to address, then apply the suggested exercises during calm moments or directly after emotionally charged events. Use the communication templates and step-by-step activities to model coping behaviours, rehearse alternative responses and create predictable routines. Combine reading with practice: short, repeated exercises and reflections help children internalise regulation techniques.

Usage recommendations

For best results, adapt the examples to the child’s developmental level and cultural context; involve other caregivers and educators to ensure consistent reinforcement of skills across environments.