We will definitely be adding this one to our library! We’ll be getting the physical copy because I could see this one becoming a staple. The audio wasn’t bad, but there were definitely missed opportunities for fart noises and it felt like the other sound effects thrown in were a bit overwhelming and random. Still a great book and looking forward to using it with my son!

A five year-old boy and six year-old boy listened to this story. The five year old liked the story including the sound effects. The six year-old however, wasn't quite sure and had doubts. Feelings are difficult to express but after a little prodding, it seems he was conflicted with the word "fart" itself. He felt it could be a nasty word. Having only listened and not actually read the book make it a bit difficult to make a final recommendation. I imagine the pictures in this story says a lot more to smaller children than just the audio version. The cover seems likely to attract most just by looking at it.
3 1/2 stars.
Thank you NetGalley, the author, and publishers for the opportunity to read the ARC.

10 out of 10 recommend!! I listened to this book with my 6 year old son and then my 40 year old husband. Both giggled all the way through. I took lessons away from it. And we have plans to make it required reading for all the sports teams we coach :)

This is surprisingly adorable and relatable, for children and adults alike. I listened to the audiobook with my elementary school-aged kids in the car (audiobooks are a new endeavor for us in the car). They thought this was hilarious but I could tell they also noticed the insights about their emotions too. My 10 year old was particularly keen to say, "feelings too!" when something was said about farts. I'd recommend too all. The farts reference is silly without being gross too!

As soon as I saw farts in the title, I knew my five year old would love listening to the audiobook. He thought it was so funny. I thought the comparisons of feelings to farts was very accurate. It was a great way to introduce feelings to young children. A very fun and engaging audiobook. The narrator did a great job! I definitely recommend checking this audiobook out.

This is a lighthearted, funny way to introduce young children to feelings. The narrator has a jovial voice that works well for this silly on the surface book.

Of course I had to listen to this one just based on the title 😂

Genre ~ children's humor
Publication date ~ April 8, 2025
Publisher ~ Macmillan Audio
Est Page Count ~ 32
Audio length ~ 4 minutes

The comparisons between feelings and farts are funny, yet have some seriousness.
I especially liked the following:
~ they might be fast and fiery, other times loud and long
~ it’s not so healthy to hold them in too long, you usually feel better if you let them out
~ if they ever hurt or are uncomfortable you should probably talk to someone you trust
~ there will be times when you have to sit with them until they fade away because sometimes they really stink

I think kids, and adults, will get a chuckle out of this one.

Narration notes:
He did a great job. I love the added side effects.

I received a copy of this audiobook from netGalley for a honest review.

This book is great! What a funny, cute way to talk about feelings. I just hope the pictures in the picture book are as wonderful as the words! I will definately be checking it out.

Short children’s story that compares feelings to farts. I listened to the audio version with my 7 year old and 12 year old. The 12 year old was not impressed, but that is not surprising as this book aims for a younger audience. My seven year old found the book fun and awkward (her words) as it talks about farts.

A silly book that seems to hit its target audience and is a fun listen. kids can get a laugh will also learning about their feelings and how to express them.

If this story doesn’t make you feel relieved by the end, then you probably need to give it another sniff test.

I couldn't help but smile, giggle and squirm a little when listening to Tim Campbell compare feelings to farts in this funny, empathetic and factual audiobook. I truly appreciated how the farts provided a kind-hearted approach on how to be in the room with our feelings when they show up and we’re just not sure what to do about it. Definitely going to read the book, can't wait to see the illustrations!

Thanks to NetGalley for sharing this audio DRC with me for an honest review.

Feelings are like farts? The title alone is sure to draw young listeners. Believe it or not, they ARE alike in numerous ways. It’s an amusing way to teach young ones that feelings aren’t always convenient, but they are normal. I’m enjoying the current movement towards normalizing and learning to process emotions at a young age, and will be pleased to add this title to our shelves.
I requested and reviewed the audio version of this
book. I thought the narrator was great- not hammy, nor taking himself too seriously.

My thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan audio for granting access to an early audio version.

I love the way the author used something as crude and funny as farts to show kids that feelings are normal. The narrator was hilarious too, and the only thing that could have made it better would be to make it longer. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

Thank you to Netgalley and the author/publisher for a copy of this audiobook!

I have young kids in my family and they would absolutely love this book. The message is a great one too about how it is okay to have feelings and that sometimes they "stink". I would recommend this for any age honestly. The narrator was great and the audiobook made it fun with the noises in the background.

Somehow just as informational as it is hilarious, this audiobook is priceless.

The PERFECT blend of 2 tricky things, especially when it comes to kids:

1) Normalizing having/expressing farts (by associating them with feelings)
&
2) Normalizing having/expressing feelings (by associating them with farts)

One of the two (farts or feelings) is likely more in your/your family/your child's wheelhouse, allowing this to be so far-reaching. No matter where your child falls on the spectrum of preferences - or even better, you have multiple kids and are looking for a compromise in tastes - this is a short and safe bet.

{Thank you bunches to NetGalley, Christopher Willard PsyD, Tara Wosiski, narrator Tim Campbell and Macmillan Audio for the ALC in exchange for my honest review!}

Okay, I know you're probably wondering about the connection made in the title of the book, but go with us here for a minute. Feelings Are Like Farts draws connections for kids between something they are well aware of (farts) and something that can seem mysterious to them (feelings). I liked how it gave simple ways to process emotions. The audio is great! The narrator speaks clearly and is easy to understand.

Thanks to Macmillan Audio for an ALC of this book for an honest review.