I Have a Volcano (picture book)

In “Tengo un Volcán” young Alba finds that inside her body there is a volcano — just beneath the bellybutton and near her ribs. When her frustration and anger build, the volcano erupts, igniting a fiery storm of emotion that scares and overwhelms her. One night an unexpected little fairy appears and shows Alba a simple trick she can use whenever the volcano inside begins to rumble. Through warm, gentle narrative and expressive illustrations, the book invites children to recognise their emotional outbursts, understand what lies beneath them, and discover tools for calm and self-control. The story is both metaphorical and direct: it gives tangible form to the inner feelings of anger and irritation, while presenting a safe path to exploring what happens when those feelings take over. The large-format 27×24 cm hardcover and vivid artwork make this edition ideal for read-aloud moments or quiet one-on-one reading. It fits naturally into family collections, classrooms or therapeutic settings focused on emotional literacy. While written in Spanish, its themes are universal: self-awareness, emotional expression and transformation from overwhelm to calm. Recommended for children aged about five and older, it supports conversations about what to do when we feel angry, helping caregivers and educators open the door to deeper dialogue. “Tengo un Volcán” is a thoughtful, engaging and visually appealing resource for helping young readers recognise that even the biggest feelings shrink when we name them and breathe.