Big Belly Breaths

<p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>A heartwarming story that helps children navigate big emotions-while celebrating the love and traditions of Día de los Muertos.</strong></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Camila is bursting with excitement-</span><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Día de los Muertos</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> is finally here! She can't wait to light candles share treats and build the family altar. But when a mishap with the marigolds sparks a burst of anger Camila is overcome with a big feeling she doesn't know how to manage. With the gentle support of her brother Lucas and a lesson from their Mami Camila learns how to take a </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>big belly breath</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> and calm herself.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Later when her brother Lucas feels scared by a colorful </span><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>calavera</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> their Papi gently explains the meaning behind this powerful symbol of remembrance. Together the family builds an altar full of love laughter and connection.</span></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Big Belly Breaths</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)> is a vibrant emotionally resonant story that helps children explore their feelings through the lens of cultural celebration. Rooted in a trusted social-emotional learning approach the story gently guides young readers in recognizing understanding and managing their emotions through mindful breathing and family connection.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Perfect for ages 3-8</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Ideal for classrooms family read-alouds and cultural celebrations</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Includes a special author's note and guide for building your own altar</span></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1); background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0)>Big Belly Breaths is more than a holiday story; it's a joyful healing invitation to feel deeply breathe mindfully and remember those we love.</strong></p>