Angry Octopus: A Relaxation Story
by Lori Lite
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Author: Lori LiteEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-08-03
ISBN: 0978778170
Number of pages: 35
Publisher: Stress Free Kids
Book Reviews of Angry Octopus: A Relaxation Story
Book Review: Engaging, Helpful
Summary: 4 Stars
I love the imagery in this story, both of the beautiful artwork and of the wonderful text. When the octopus gets angry his body gets tight, he "explodes" with a dark cloud of ink that mirrors his frustrated and confused feelings. This simple yet powerful description is a direct and visceral way of talking about the angry feelings many children experience in their daily lives. I like that the book talks about physical connections to our emotions, which I think makes a much better connection in young children's minds than just talking about hard to explain "feelings". The frustration, the helplessness the octopus feels is so moving that even I could echo his emotions when reading the story.
And then we are offered a beautiful way to work through these angry feelings - not ignore them or push them away - but work through them. The little sea child offers the octopus a way to become the "boss" of his body and his feelings, and guides him through a relaxation process to release his tension. And in the end the octopus takes control of himself and creates peace and well-being in his body once more, and he realizes that he can see more clearly and solve his problems without anger.
We've already read this book several times, relaxing and breathing along with the octopus. We haven't had to use the ideas in a real-life "angry" situation yet, but I'm hoping that when we do the strong imagery and positive message of this book will help my son and I work through a problem to find the peace on the other side.
Summary of Angry Octopus: A Relaxation Story
THIS HARDCOVER VERSION IS BEING REPLACED BY OUR NEW PAPERBACK VERSION ISBN 9780983625681.Children love to unwind and relax with this fun exercise known as progressive muscular relaxation . Children relate to the angry octopus in this story as the sea child shows him how to take a deep breath, calm down, and manage his anger. This effective stress and anger management technique focuses awareness on various muscle groups and breath to create a complete resting of the mind and body. This story is also available on Indigo Ocean Dreams Audio/CD. Progressive Muscular Relaxation can lower stress and anxiety levels. It can be used to decrease pain and anger. This engaging story quiets the mind and relaxes the body so your child can let go of anger and fall asleep peacefully. This is one of four stories featured on the Indigo Ocean Dreams CD, along with Sea Otter Cove, Affirmation Weaver, and Bubble Riding.
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