Every parent, caregiverand toddlerknows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their calm-down placea quiet space where they can cry, ask for a hug, sing to themselves, be rocked in a grown-ups arms, talk about feelings, and breathe: One, two, three . . . Im calm as can be. Im taking care of me. After a break, toddlers will feel like newand adults will, too. Books include tips for parents and caregivers.