Johanna Sparrow Introduces "When Eli Feels Too Much," A Compassionate Story Helping Children

SAN ANTONIO - July 6, 2026 - PRLog -- SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Children's author Johanna Sparrow announces the upcoming release of When Eli Feels Too Much: A Story About Big Emotions, Calm Bodies & Brave Hearts, a heartfelt children's book created to help young readers understand overwhelming emotions while building confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills. The book will be available on July 11, 2026, in Kindle eBook and paperback editions through Amazon and other major online booksellers.

Part of the ShineSmart™: Big Feelings, Growing Hearts™ series, When Eli Feels Too Much gently reminds children that everyone experiences big emotions. Through Eli's thoughtful journey, readers discover that feelings are not something to fear or hide they are messages that can be understood with patience, kindness, and the right support.

Designed for children ages 7–9, the story introduces age-appropriate emotional wellness concepts while encouraging conversations between parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, counselors, and children. The book reinforces that bravery is not about never feeling overwhelmed it is about learning healthy ways to understand emotions and move forward with confidence.

"Children deserve stories that remind them their feelings matter. My hope is that Eli's journey helps young readers recognize that even the biggest emotions can lead to growth, courage, and self-understanding."
— Johanna Sparrow

The ShineSmart™: Big Feelings, Growing Hearts™ series was created to help children build emotional intelligence through engaging stories that encourage empathy, resilience, confidence, and healthy communication.

Book Details

Title: When Eli Feels Too Much: A Story About Big Emotions, Calm Bodies & Brave Hearts

Author: Johanna Sparrow

Series: ShineSmart™: Big Feelings, Growing Hearts™

Recommended Ages: 7–9

Release Date: July 11, 2026

Formats: Kindle eBook and Paperback

About Johanna Sparrow

Johanna Sparrow is the founder of Blue Shoes Publishing LLC and the creator of educational and emotional wellness books for children, teens, and adults. Her work focuses on helping readers build emotional awareness, resilience, healthy relationships, and lifelong personal growth through accessible, encouraging, and compassionate storytelling.

Availability

When Eli Feels Too Much will be available beginning July 11, 2026, in Kindle eBook and paperback editions through Amazon and other major online booksellers.

Media Contact

Blue Shoes Publishing LLC
Author: Johanna Sparrow
Website: https://www.johannasparrow.com

Contact
Antoinette Watkins
Blueshoespublishing@outlook.com