Barnaby Bright and the Too-Much Wobble

A heartwarming picture book that helps children understand sensory overwhelm, recognise when the world feels like too much, and discover gentle ways to find calm again.

Barnaby Bright loves a party.

Balloons.

Cake.

Music.

Friends.

But this party is LOUD.

The music is loud.

The lights are bright.

Everyone is moving.

And suddenly, it all feels like too much.

Something buzzy, prickly, and impossible to ignore starts fizzing all over Barnaby's skin.

Then the Wobble appears.

This one is different.

It is bright pink.

It is buzzing.

And it is completely new to Barnaby.

Barnaby Bright and the Too-Much Wobble is a warm, reassuring story that helps young children understand sensory overwhelm and recognise what can happen when too much noise, light, movement, or activity becomes difficult to handle.

As Barnaby learns to notice what his body is telling him, step somewhere quieter, take a slow breath, and use tools that help him feel comfortable again, children discover that needing a break is completely okay.

Why families will love this book:

• Helps children recognise and understand sensory overwhelm
• Gives children simple language to describe when something feels like "too much"
• Encourages gentle calming strategies and taking a break when needed
• Introduces practical sensory tools, including noise-reducing ear muffs
• Builds self-awareness, confidence, and emotional self-regulation
• Reassures children that needing less noise, light, or activity is nothing to feel ashamed of

Perfect for children who are:

• Easily overwhelmed by loud, bright, busy, or crowded environments
• Sensitive to noise, light, movement, or lots of activity at once
• Learning to recognise and communicate what their body needs
• Discovering that stepping somewhere quieter is completely okay
• Building their own toolkit for feeling calm and comfortable again

Ideal for bedtime reading, classrooms, nurseries, birthday parties, busy family outings, or anytime children need help understanding why the world can sometimes feel like too much.

Includes a page of gentle guidance for parents and caregivers on supporting children through moments of sensory overwhelm.

Product Details

Recommended Age: 3–6 years
Format: Paperback Picture Book
Pages: 32 full-colour pages
Size: 8.5 × 8.5 inches
Language: English
Series: Book Eight of the Barnaby Bright series

A comforting story that reminds every child that when the world feels too loud, too bright, or simply too much, it is always okay to listen to their body and find the quiet they need.

Help your little one understand their sensory needs, find their calm, and feel confident being exactly who they are. Order your copy today.

Please note: Cover and interior artwork shown are concept illustrations. The final printed edition may differ slightly.