They Say I’m Too Much. But I’m Just Me.
A warm, culturally grounded story helping little ones feel seen, understood, and celebrated.
They Say I’m Too Much. But I’m Just Me. follows Aiden, a bright, curious, deeply feeling child whose emotions show up in big and beautiful ways. But when grown-ups misread his feelings as “too much,” Aiden begins to wonder if something is wrong with him.
With care, attunement, and cultural understanding, his teacher, Miss Davis, helps Aiden reconnect with his joy, his voice, and his “just right” -ness. This story invites children and the adults who love them to honor emotions, affirm identity, and make space for all the ways little ones show up in the world.
Perfect for families, educators, clinicians, and community programs, this book supports children’s emotional well-being and sense of belonging ages 3–7.
About the Book
Begin the Journey with Aiden
Share Aiden’s journey with the little ones in your life and open meaningful conversations about feelings, identity, and belonging.
Available now in ebook and paperback!
Ebook includes access to free companion resources.
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Rooted in care, cultural awareness, and the everyday experiences of little ones with big feelings, this toolkit helps children feel seen, understood, and “just right” — on and off the page. These simple, grounded tools support caregivers and educators in building connection, nurturing emotional expression, and honoring a child’s full self.
FREE Emotional Toolkit Inspired by Aiden
Download the Free Starter Toolkit:
3 Reflection Questions
Open-ended prompts that help children share what they felt, noticed, and needed throughout the day.
3 Affirmations Inspired by Aiden
Identity-affirming reminders that center confidence, joy, and the fullness of childhood.
Gentle Tips for Supporting Emotional Expression
Practical, heart-centered guidance that helps adults respond with attunement, curiosity, and care.
Want Deeper Tools? Explore the Premium Toolkit
For families, educators, and clinicians who want additional support, the Premium Emotional Toolkit offers expanded resources to help children feel seen, understood, and “just right” in their everyday experiences.
The Premium Toolkit Includes:
Expanded reflection questions for deeper conversations
A printable emotion chart featuring Aiden’s facial expressions across a range of feelings
10 printable affirmation cards inspired by the story
The same five Gentle Tips for Supporting Emotional Expression—formatted for easy reference and daily use