The Thing I Couldn't See

The Thing I Couldn’t See is a gentle, reflective children’s book that explores what it feels like to experience big emotions that don’t have clear words or explanations. Through simple, relatable language, a child begins to notice a feeling that follows them throughout their day—showing up in their body, their thoughts, and their experiences. With the support of a caring adult, they begin to understand that maybe it isn’t something chasing them…maybe it’s something they’re feeling. This story supports children in building emotional awareness, recognizing body-based sensations, and learning that feelings don’t need to be rushed away or fixed right away. Instead, they can be noticed, felt, and slowly understood. Ideal for children, caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals, this book can be used to support conversations around emotions, anxiety, grief, and other big feelings in a developmentally appropriate and supportive way.