Too Much! An Overwhelming Day
Too Much! An Overwhelming Day by Jolene Gutiérrez is a 32-page picture book published by Abrams Appleseed in 2023. This rhyming book addresses the challenges of sensory overload, providing a compassionate exploration of the experiences faced by children who are sensorily sensitive. Through the lens of Gutiérrez’s own experiences with sensory processing disorder, the narrative offers insights into how children can navigate overwhelming situations.
Readers will find a blend of humor and emotional depth as they follow the journey of a child learning to manage their feelings. Accompanied by Angel Chang’s vibrant illustrations, the book emphasizes the importance of self-soothing techniques and reassures young readers that it is acceptable to feel overwhelmed at times. An extensive author’s note further supports caregivers and educators by discussing sensory systems and providing guidance on how to assist children with overstimulated nervous systems.
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A reassuring rhyming picture book about sensory overload and what you can do when everything is too much
Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming.
Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian Jolene Gutiérrez’s compassionate picture book explores the struggles of a sensorily sensitive child and how they settle themselves.
Joined by Angel Chang’s beautiful color illustrations, young readers will learn that it’s OK if some days are too much.
An extensive author’s note to caregivers and educators explores sensory systems, sensory processing issues, and specific information about how to support kids with overstimulated nervous systems as they learn to soothe themselves.
When feelings go on overload,
I pause and breathe
and all is . . . slowed.
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