Beyond the Blue Forest - Children’s Activity Book About Grief and Emotional Growth

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Age 6+

Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book cover showing Anton the deer boy and Carey the doggie girl
Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book cover showing Anton the deer boy and Carey the doggie girl
Back cover of Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book with summary, contents list, and colorful illustr
Back cover of Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book with summary, contents list, and colorful illustr

Join Anton, the young deer boy, as he embarks on a heartfelt adventure through the enchanting Blue Forest. This activity book, inspired by the beloved picture book Beyond the Blue Forest, invites children to explore their emotions in a fun, interactive, and safe way.

Packed with Engaging Activities

Dive into puzzles that spark creativity, navigate emotion labyrinths that promote understanding, and search for feelings to help Anton cope with loss and embrace healing. Each task encourages children to reflect on their own emotions while learning valuable lessons about acceptance, resilience, and empathy.

Perfect for Home and Classroom

Whether at home or in school, this activity book provides a supportive space for children to express themselves while connecting with Anton’s journey. It’s an ideal companion for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to nurture emotional development and foster meaningful conversations.

Explore, Play, and Learn

Every page offers inspiration, joy, and gentle guidance - reminding children that it’s okay to feel, grieve, and grow. Completing all the activities leads to key reflective thoughts at the end, helping children discover important lessons about themselves and their emotions.

Unlock the Magic of Emotions with Anton’s Journey!

Colouring page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Colouring page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book

8 Colouring Pages

8 Labyrinth Pages

3 Answer Pages

8 Puzzle Pages

8 Word Search Pages

5 Helpful Activity Idea Pages

Maze activity from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Maze activity from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Puzzle activity from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Puzzle activity from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Word search from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Word search from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Emotion activity idea page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Emotion activity idea page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Answer page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book
Answer page from Beyond the Blue Forest Activity Book

Publisher: Lily Bud's Books

Date: 25. 03. 2025

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 203 x 254 mm / 8" x 10"

ISBN:

Hardcover: 978-1-0686326-2-4
Softcover: 978-1-0686326-3-1

Thema Subject Code: YNVP-YBGC-5AG

Psychologist's Recommendation:

"Processing emotions can be overwhelming for children, especially when faced with grief or major life changes. This activity book is a valuable tool for helping young minds express, understand, and manage their emotions in a healthy way. Through engaging exercises, creative prompts, and carefully designed activities, children are gently guided through the stages of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance - at their own pace.

As a psychologist, I highly recommend this book for parents, educators, and mental health professionals who want to provide children with a safe, structured, and comforting way to explore their feelings. It is not just a workbook - it’s a bridge to healing, emotional resilience, and meaningful conversations."

- Marietta Feketene Zsigo, Psychologist, GMBPsS

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You will find activity pages HERE that are not in the book, to download for FREE!