I Feel... When...
Written and Illustrated by Karen White Porter, Edited by Dr. James Robert Porter, LMHC
In Karen White Porter’s I Feel… When… series, the Feeling Friends demonstrate how to handle feelings. See how these furry friends learn appropriate ways to express feelings and solve problems by coping with their feelings through listening to one another and observing each other without judgement, expressing feelings and needs, and coping with feelings in compassionate and helpful ways. This colorful series opens the door to discussing emotions in an easy way for younger audiences.
Beginning sight words are used in the narrative. If children can memorize these words well enough to recognize them by sight, they can read faster with confidence. The I Feel… When… books also use nonviolent communication as described by psychotherapist Dr. Jim Porter and Karen Porter in their weekly show 'Feeling Fridays' on their YouTube channel 'Dealing with Feelings' The husband-and-wife team invites you to explore feelings with your young reader as they begin to read.
This series combines with the Emotatudes book series that examines how we vibrationally feel inside.
I Feel Sick When I Throw Up
Karen Porter's latest picture book, I Feel Sick When I Throw Up is the 26th installment in her popular I Feel... When... series. It will be available for purchase July 2026.
With kindness and a calm head, Deb helps her friend Cal navigate the "scary unknowns" of being sick, showing him that while throwing up is unpleasant, it is a natural way for the body to get rid of germs and start the healing process.
Dealing With Feelings
Join Karen Porter as she delves into feelings on her YouTube channel, Dealing with Feeling. Meet some of Karen’s storybook characters, such as Ada the Feeling Friend from the I Feel… When… series, and Dr. Herman Hinrick Kich from the Emotatudes series. Through art, research, music, and tea we take a journey together exploring the emotional landscape of what we think makes us human, and alive.
Reviews
"A fun way to explore how children cope with their feelings of sadness during the holidays."
- Dr. Paul Cantore, about A Blue Emotatude Christmas
"This book has fun pictures and really helped me talk to my son about his temper tantrums."
- Gail Larson, Piscataway, NJ, about Anne and Amy's Anger
New Release!
I Feel Sick When I Throw Up
Written and Illustrated by Karen White Porter, Edited by Dr. James Robert Porter, LMHC
Feeling sick is never easy, but it’s especially scary when it’s something a child has never experienced before. In this honest and helpful addition to the I Feel… When… series, Cal is feeling very unwell. His tummy is tumbling, his head is heavy, and he realizes he’s about to experience something new and frightening: throwing up.
Thankfully, Cal isn’t alone. His friend Deb steps in to be the ultimate caregiver. With kindness and a calm head, she helps Cal navigate the "scary unknowns" of being sick, showing him that while throwing up is unpleasant, it is a natural way for the body to get rid of germs and start the healing process.
Meet The Feeling Friends!
Ada
Ada
Ada
Ada likes to play box ball with her friends.
Ben
Ada
Ada
Ben likes to run, jump, and sing.
Cal
Ada
Cal
Cal likes to jump on hills.
Deb
Deb
Deb
Deb likes to run, jump, and sing.
Ed
Deb
Deb
Ed likes to play with ha yellow ball.
I Feel... When... series
Written and Illustrated by Karen White Porter, Edited by Dr. James Robert Porter, LMHC
The I Feel... When... series contains over thirty books, including some up-and-coming new releases. Stay tuned for more information!
1. I Feel Disgusted When You Don't Blow
Your Nose
1. I Feel Disgusted When You Don't Blow Your
Nose / Me Siento Asqueado Cuando No Te
Soplas La Nariz
2. I Feel Embarrassed When I Can Not Jump
3. I Feel Afraid When I See A Spider
4. I Feel Angry When You Eat My Cookie
5. I Feel Anxious When I Get Lost
6. I Feel Sad When You Go Away
7. I Feel Bored When I Can Not Play
8. I Feel Confident When I Do What I Do Well
9. I Feel Confused When Rules Change
10. I Feel Disappointed When I Do Not Get What I
Want : Coping With Lack
11. I Feel Upset When The Cows Get In The
Way: A Lesson on Patience
12. I Feel Excited When I Go To A Party
13. I Feel Giggly When You Do Funny Things
14. I Feel Grumpy When I Have A Bad Day
15. I Feel Guilty When I Eat Your Apples
16. I Feel Hopeful When I Plan A Trip
17. I Feel Hungry When I Do Not Eat
18. I Feel Inspired When You Ride A Bike With Me
19. I Feel Interested When I Play My Game
20. I Feel Frustrated When You Won't Come Down
21. I Feel Lonely When You Will Not Play With Me
22. I Feel Loved When You Give Me Flowers
23. I Feel Envy When You Have What I Want
24. I Feel Proud When I Can Swim
25. I Feel Shy When I Am New
26. I Feel Sick When I Throw Up
27. I Feel Sleepy When I Play Late
28. I Feel Magical When I Pretend
29. I Feel Surprised When You Trick Me -
-COMING SOON-
30. I Feel Overwhelmed When I Fall Down
-COMING SOON-
31. I Feel Cringe When I Hear A Pun
-COMING SOON-
32. I Feel Compassion When I See You Suffer
-COMING SOON-
Meet the Feeling Friends on Social Media!
Come Meet the Feeling Friends on YouTube!
Join author Karen Porter and the Feeling Friends on YouTube. Watch as Karen and the Feeling Friends discuss emotional skills, psychology, and the Feeling Friends' latest adventures!