Pretend I’m a Volcano

by Lauren Pace

Pretend I'm a Volcano is an illustrated children’s book of Lauren Pace's volcano analogy she uses to teach parents and kids about emotional outbursts and triggers.

The metaphor explains that we are all like volcanoes, and when our lava begins to rise, we are responsible for bringing the lava down before it erupts

Use this book to help kids learn why their lava rises and discuss ways to bring it down.

Sometimes we erupt and don’t even realize all the factors contributing to our stress and emotions, this book helps illustrate to ages young and old what is happening.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's inside?

The book is a story about a boy- Blaze, talking about his own volcano, and his parents’ volcanoes. He talks about things that make his lava go up and down and encourages your child to think about what makes their own lava go up and down.

We are ALL in charge of our own volcanoes.

This book is a great way to talk about eruptions and taking proactive steps to bring our lava down when we are stressed.

Are there resources for parents and teachers?

Yes! I have resources to take the learning further in the back of the book.

discuss what makes each of your volcanoes’ lava rise and lower

analyze at choices that bring our lava down

learn simple ways to communicate with others when our lava is rising that take accountability for our own emotions

Additionally, I have printables you can download for free after and take the volcano analogy to a whole new level in your home or classroom.