When Nat wakes in the middle of the night, something doesn’t feel right. His thoughts swirl, his feelings grow big, and his ‘grumblies’ begin to take over. As Nat reflects on what happened earlier-insisting on videogames at bedtime and speaking rudely to his parents-he realizes he’s carrying more than just frustration. He’s also feeling regret, and he wants to make things right. But how can a small child fix such big feelings? In Grumblesome, Nat sets off on a heartfelt nighttime journey of reflection, creativity, and problem-solving. Armed with imagination-and helped along by familiar comforts like a superhero cape, hockey stick, teddy bear, crayons, and more-Nat works through his emotions and discovers a path toward reconciliation. His determination ultimately leads to forgiveness, family connection, and the reassurance of late-night snuggles.
