A Volcano Inside Me — A Lena Story About Anger (Ages 8–12)

What Makes This Story Unique?

– Follows a real school meltdown from explosion to public repair — no lectures, no magic fixes.
– Gives children a memorable three-step tool: Spot, Stop, Choose.
– Shows parents modelling the same skill — because grown-ups ride the wave too.

This story is a practical tool to help your child:

– Read their body’s anger signals before exploding.
– Ride out the wave with stop–breathe–count.
– Repair after anger instead of hiding from it.

A Volcano Inside Me isn’t just a book — it’s a bridge to meaningful conversations about values, courage and self-respect.
– Perfect for bedtime reading, but be sure to stop at the song right after the story ends — it reflects the story’s values and warms the heart before sleep. Activities and games can be saved for another time.
– Perfect for classroom discussions.

Key Features of the Book

– Interactive Game Zone: A purposeful, fun set of mind & visual games (a maze, spot-the-difference, a hidden-objects scene, a 4×4 sudoku, brain challenges, a number puzzle, a word whirl, riddles, a guessing game and a coloring page) starring characters children love.
– Creative Activities Corner: Drawing, role-play and writing exercises that deepen the story’s morals.
– Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions that spark meaningful parent-child conversations.
– Moral Theme Song: An original, catchy song (“Spot, Stop, Choose”) whose lyrics align with the story’s core message.
– Illustrated Image Gallery: Vibrant artwork of key moments to inspire reflection.
– Parent’s Companion Guide: Practical tips to foster the story’s value at home.
– Quotes & Dialogues: Lines that model healthy behavior and independent thinking.
– Connect with Lena: Children can safely share their thoughts with Lena by email.
– Child-Tested & Approved: Refined with children’s feedback for relatability and impact.

Storytelling Style:

– Clear, age-appropriate language for 8–12-year-olds.
– Focus on real-world problem-solving without fantasy elements.
– Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading and activities.
This book aligns with moral parenting values — both an enjoyable read and a valuable experience.
Pages: 46
Finished Size: 229mm x 152mm

Paperback Specifications

– Pages: 76
– Text Stock: 115gsm Coated
– Finished Size: 229mm x 152mm (US Royal)
– Cover Stock: Cover Board
– Binding: Perfect Bound
– Lamination: Matte

Frequently Asked Questions

What age group is A Volcano Inside Me for?
It is written for children aged 8–12, and widely read by 13- and 14-year-olds who prefer short chapters, in clear, age-appropriate language with real, relatable situations and no fantasy.

What will my child learn from this story?
To spot anger’s early body signals, ride the wave with stop–breathe–count, and repair after an outburst.

Is this a digital book or a paperback?
Both. You can choose an instant Digital copy or a printed Paperback edition at checkout.

What is included besides the story?
An interactive game zone, a creative-activities corner, discussion prompts, an original moral theme song, an illustrated image gallery, and a Parent’s Companion Guide.

Is it suitable for bedtime reading?
Yes. For bedtime, read up to the song right after the story ends, and save the games and activities for another time.

Listen to the opening chapters — free

Prefer to listen first? This is the free read-aloud of A Volcano Inside Me, read by a professional narrator, with chapter markers. It covers the opening chapters and stops at the turning point — the ending is in the book.

Is this suitable for a 13 or 14 year old?

Yes. The story is written for ages 8–12, which is where most readers start it, but the situations — group chats, reputation, being talked about at school — land just as hard at 13 and 14. Older readers who find long novels heavy often finish this in one sitting, which is exactly the point.

Looking for children’s books about anger?

Most parents who type childrens books about anger into Google have already tried talking about it. What they want next is a story their child will read alone and recognise themselves in. A Volcano Inside Me was written for exactly that moment: one real school meltdown, told from the inside, with a tool the child can actually use the next time the heat rises.

What age is this book for?

It is written for ages 8–12. That makes it one of the shorter books for 8 year olds who have just started reading alone, an easy fit as books for 9 year olds and books for 10 year olds, and still on target as books for 11 year olds and books for 12 year olds who want real situations rather than fantasy. Readers of 13 and 14 finish it comfortably too. You can also browse the full list of books for 9 year olds or books for 11 year olds.

Is it a chapter book, and how long is it?

Yes — a short illustrated chapter book of 76 printed pages at 229 x 152 mm. Among chapter books for 8 year olds and chapter books for 9 year olds it sits at the light end on purpose, which is why it suits reluctant readers who stall on thick novels. Most children finish it in one or two sittings.

Do I get an ebook or a paperback?

Whichever you choose at checkout. The digital edition is a children’s ebook you download straight away and can read tonight on a phone, tablet or laptop, anywhere in the world. The paperback is printed and delivered within the United Kingdom.

Can I buy several books together?

Yes. Pick any 3, 6 or 10 Lena titles as a children’s book bundle and the price per book drops at each step — build your bundle here.