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Books for Kids to help SEL (SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING)
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Raj refuses to use the school restroom. That means he must avoid doing things that would make him go. So, he’s used to being thirsty, limiting his movements, and avoiding anything that would make him laugh hard. Raj seems to avoid the school’s restro...
Raj's Rule (For the Bathroom at School) - Books
Even Olympians have to start somewhere. And in this charming illustrated book, Laurie Hernandez tells the story of Zoe, a little girl who dreams of flying—and becoming a gymnast. When Zoe sees a gymnast on TV, she realizes that gymnastics is just lik... her dreams is harder and scarier than she thought.
She's Got This: Hernandez, Laurie, Mata, Niña
Ideas about bullies (and how we define people) are turned on their heads in this playful rhyming story that questions why a child is being labeled a bully. Gertie the elephant says everyone on the playground should stay far away from Bunny because sh...
What If Bunny's Not a Bully?
When Willow speaks, her words slip out as soft and shy as a secret. At school, her barely audible whisper causes her no end of troubles. But Willow is as resourceful as she is quiet, and she fashions a magic microphone from items she finds in the rec...
Willow's Whispers Children's Book Read Aloud
Summer is finally here, and she's bringing the most perfect day! From sunup to sundown, there's so much to do on this lovely summer day. With summer comes fresh fruit, sweet and tangy, jump ropes for leaping and dancing, and friends at the pool swimm...
Summer Is Here
This heartwarming book touches on the themes of kindness and socio-emotional resonance, and the idea that our words matter. Follow an adult and child as they explore their neighborhood, listening for the sounds of kindness. Words of friendship, grati...
The Sound of Kindness
The heroine of this beautifully illustrated story feels her anger like a storm in a dark forest. It sweeps her away, and she thunders and howls. She pours down her emotions like sheets of rain; rage surges like a wind whipping angry waves. Her anger ...
When I See Red
Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming. Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian Jolene Gutiérrez’s compassionate picture book explores the struggles o...
Too Much!: An Overwhelming Day
Do you have a child who acts or talks impulsively? Children who exhibit impulsive behavior are often labeled unruly. Even though children can be calm, their positive qualities can be often overlooked by their poor impulse control.
Children without i...
Impulsive Ninja: A Kids' Book on Impulse Control
A Little SPOT Emotional Regulation box set was developed to help children see the importance of identifying and managing their emotions. This box set includes: Needs Feelings, Emotion Coach, Anger Shield, Disappointment, Sleepy, Positive Thinking, Pe...
A Little SPOT Emotional Regulation Box Set
This fascinating, groundbreaking picture book by an autistic creator celebrates stims--the repetitive movements that provide focused stimulation to people on the autistic spectrum.
When you're feeling overwhelmed
And the world's too much to bear......
Flap Your Hands: A Celebration of Stimming
It’s tough being a kid sometimes.
The pressures they feel are real. Unfortunately, so is the negative self-talk that can sometimes follow when they make mistakes or when emotions are strong. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Most children have pro...
The Friend I Need: Kind & Caring to Myself
How to teach kids about emotions and feelings? Like teaching them everything else - using clear words, familiar situations, exciting pictures and a lot of hands-on activities (games, puzzles, coloring pages, etc.) One can, of course, spend time and f...
My Body Sends a Signal: Kids' Emotions
One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad, and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color. As this adorable monster...
Perfect for: Reading to children who have strong emotions Starting conversations about feelings Introducing color concepts Inspiring art activities using colors with emotions themes Counselors, therapists, social workers, and caregivers of all...
Perfect for: Reading to children who have strong emotions Starting conversations about feelings Introducing color concepts Inspiring art activities using colors with emotions themes Counselors, therapists, social workers, and caregivers of all...
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions
We all have those feelings at times … the overwhelming ones, the uncomfortable ones, the ones we just want to get away from. For kids in particular, experiencing big feelings can be a major challenge. Written by practicing play therapist Lauren Stock...
Be Mindful of Monsters follows Ezzy, a relatable and gender-neutral nine-year-old whose emotions have grown into monsters. With its engaging story and diverse characters the book can be used at home, in a therapy setting or at school as part of Soc...
Be Mindful of Monsters follows Ezzy, a relatable and gender-neutral nine-year-old whose emotions have grown into monsters. With its engaging story and diverse characters the book can be used at home, in a therapy setting or at school as part of Soc...
Be Mindful of Monsters: Helping Kids Accept Emotions
In this captivating anger management for kidsstorybook, Agent Max teaches young readers three important steps to handle frustration.
Think about how others feel: Through Agent Max's guidance, kids learn to identify why they feel impatient and what triggers those feelings. This children's emotion book helps them better understand their emotions and develop self-awareness, an esse...
Find out why you're feeling impatient: This Social emotional book for kids also teaches children to think about how their impatience might affect others. By considering the feelings of those around them, children learn to be empathetic and compassi...
Take a deep breath and relax: Agent Max further shows kids how to calm down and relax when they're feeling frustrated. He teaches them practical techniques such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and visualization to manage their emotions. This...
Designed for children aged 4-10, this engaging social-emotional learning tale is all about learning important life skills and emotional intelligence for kids while having fun. With Agent Max by their side, young readers get on an adventure full of ...
As children journey with Agent Max and Angry Antelope, they develop patience, resilience, and understanding. They learn to deal with their emotions in a healthy way and come away with valuable insights and compassion.
Think about how others feel: Through Agent Max's guidance, kids learn to identify why they feel impatient and what triggers those feelings. This children's emotion book helps them better understand their emotions and develop self-awareness, an esse...
Find out why you're feeling impatient: This Social emotional book for kids also teaches children to think about how their impatience might affect others. By considering the feelings of those around them, children learn to be empathetic and compassi...
Take a deep breath and relax: Agent Max further shows kids how to calm down and relax when they're feeling frustrated. He teaches them practical techniques such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and visualization to manage their emotions. This...
Designed for children aged 4-10, this engaging social-emotional learning tale is all about learning important life skills and emotional intelligence for kids while having fun. With Agent Max by their side, young readers get on an adventure full of ...
As children journey with Agent Max and Angry Antelope, they develop patience, resilience, and understanding. They learn to deal with their emotions in a healthy way and come away with valuable insights and compassion.
Agent Max: Patience Adventure Series
Encourage children to use their voices, talents, and intelligence to help the world and raise awareness of girls and all the amazing things they do! An inspiration for readers of all ages, New York Times bestseller Girls of the World: Doing More Than...
Written by ABC News anchor and bestselling author Linsey Davis, together with co-author Michael Tyler, Girls of the World invites us to celebrate the equality and fairness we should all experience. It encourages girls to be strong, brave, and curio...
Girls of the World:
Features inspiring, motivating rhymes from Emmy award-winning ABC News anchor and New York Times bestselling authors Linsey Davis and Michael Tyler Includes whimsical illustrations by bestselling artist Lucy Fleming Is a great read-aloud for chil...
Written by ABC News anchor and bestselling author Linsey Davis, together with co-author Michael Tyler, Girls of the World invites us to celebrate the equality and fairness we should all experience. It encourages girls to be strong, brave, and curio...
Girls of the World:
Features inspiring, motivating rhymes from Emmy award-winning ABC News anchor and New York Times bestselling authors Linsey Davis and Michael Tyler Includes whimsical illustrations by bestselling artist Lucy Fleming Is a great read-aloud for chil...
Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before
We all want to be brave. What if we already are?
The Bravest Lion is a reassuring story for little ones (or not-so-little ones) about confronting common childhood fears and how to find the brave lion inside, who has been there all along.
“Sometimes it is easier to pretend to be something else, but it takes true courage to be yourself.”
This book is the perfect pick-me-up for when a child is feeling low or simply dealing with everyday doubts. Growing up isn’t easy and children can often feel afraid, alone or even ashamed of who they are. This is why it is vital to fill them with s...
The Bravest Lion is a reassuring story for little ones (or not-so-little ones) about confronting common childhood fears and how to find the brave lion inside, who has been there all along.
“Sometimes it is easier to pretend to be something else, but it takes true courage to be yourself.”
This book is the perfect pick-me-up for when a child is feeling low or simply dealing with everyday doubts. Growing up isn’t easy and children can often feel afraid, alone or even ashamed of who they are. This is why it is vital to fill them with s...
The Bravest Lion: A Story for Ages 6 and Under
A powerful growth mindset book that builds resilience in children and prepares them for life's adversities. Kids will feel strong, confident, and ready to pursue their biggest dreams!
“This inspiring story teaches kids that it's okay to make mistakes. It regulates difficult emotions and shows young minds how to turn frustration into perseverance.” - Teacher Review
Includes effective mindful, positive affirmations to build self-esteem and self-confidence: "I can do this. I am strong. I am unstoppable."
Tangled hair. Missing Teeth. Millie's track and field race turns into a HUGE mess as she makes mistakes after mistakes.
This young girl dreams of being a top athlete. But whatever she does, she messes up. Millie squeezes too much toothpaste, uses too much glue, spills milk all over and spells 'banana' wrong. When she repeatedly makes errors in the race, she feels...
Will she quit? Will she ever become an amazing athlete she aspires to be?
See how Millie finally succeeds through learning, creative problem solving, mental toughness and determination! This powerful book builds self-esteem and self-confidence in kids, allowing them to feel determined about their goals.
This motivational reading book teaches children:
That it's okay to make mistakes To learn from mistakes and bounce back To develop mental toughness To practice mindful affirmations To never give up your goals
“This inspiring story teaches kids that it's okay to make mistakes. It regulates difficult emotions and shows young minds how to turn frustration into perseverance.” - Teacher Review
Includes effective mindful, positive affirmations to build self-esteem and self-confidence: "I can do this. I am strong. I am unstoppable."
Tangled hair. Missing Teeth. Millie's track and field race turns into a HUGE mess as she makes mistakes after mistakes.
This young girl dreams of being a top athlete. But whatever she does, she messes up. Millie squeezes too much toothpaste, uses too much glue, spills milk all over and spells 'banana' wrong. When she repeatedly makes errors in the race, she feels...
Will she quit? Will she ever become an amazing athlete she aspires to be?
See how Millie finally succeeds through learning, creative problem solving, mental toughness and determination! This powerful book builds self-esteem and self-confidence in kids, allowing them to feel determined about their goals.
This motivational reading book teaches children:
That it's okay to make mistakes To learn from mistakes and bounce back To develop mental toughness To practice mindful affirmations To never give up your goals
The Girl Who Makes a Million Mistakes
Crucial life lessons and empowering personal affirmations for young children overflow on the vibrant pages of What I Tell Myself First by author Michael A. Brown, with illustrations by Zoe Ranucci. Unlike many other motivational books directed at you...
What I Tell Myself FIRST: Children's Affirmations
Amy is really scared of the dark.
With the help of her parents and her therapist, Amy learns that she has an Upstairs brain and a Downstairs brain.
Her Downstairs brain sometimes reacts in fear when there isn't anything to be scared of.
When Amy discovers a lost, frightened pet rat, she names her Pickles.
Pickles is fearful too, and as Amy tries to help Pickles, it further reinforces her understanding of her Downstairs and Upstairs brain.
With the help of her parents and her therapist, Amy learns that she has an Upstairs brain and a Downstairs brain.
Her Downstairs brain sometimes reacts in fear when there isn't anything to be scared of.
When Amy discovers a lost, frightened pet rat, she names her Pickles.
Pickles is fearful too, and as Amy tries to help Pickles, it further reinforces her understanding of her Downstairs and Upstairs brain.
Pickles and Her Upstairs Brain: Emotions
How do I teach my child that it’s safe to share their feelings with a trusted adult?
Starting therapy can be a challenging and confusing experience, especially for children. They often don’t know what to expect, who a therapist is, or how therapy can help. Whether they’re going to therapy to navigate grief, sadness, anxiety, trauma...
Written and illustrated by therapist (and mother) Andrea Dorn, MSW, Welcome to Therapy walks children through the process of starting therapy and normalizes the experience in simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate terms—allowing kids to ...
Written for use at home, in schools, or in session, this straightforward, beautifully illustrated, and engaging book includes:
Optional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience Short mindfulness and self-compassion meditations to support kids and their grown-ups A feelings chart to help kids name their feelings Tips and suggestions...
Starting therapy can be a challenging and confusing experience, especially for children. They often don’t know what to expect, who a therapist is, or how therapy can help. Whether they’re going to therapy to navigate grief, sadness, anxiety, trauma...
Written and illustrated by therapist (and mother) Andrea Dorn, MSW, Welcome to Therapy walks children through the process of starting therapy and normalizes the experience in simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate terms—allowing kids to ...
Written for use at home, in schools, or in session, this straightforward, beautifully illustrated, and engaging book includes:
Optional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience Short mindfulness and self-compassion meditations to support kids and their grown-ups A feelings chart to help kids name their feelings Tips and suggestions...
Welcome to Therapy: Mindful Intro for Kids
A beautiful and timely book for anyone who needs a little inspiration to turn their dreams into reality.
When a trio of friends happen upon a neighborhood tree falling into decay, an idea catches hold. But what makes a dream become a plan, and how does a plan lead to a brighter tomorrow? With deceptively simple verse, Thoughts Are Air brilliantly link...
When a trio of friends happen upon a neighborhood tree falling into decay, an idea catches hold. But what makes a dream become a plan, and how does a plan lead to a brighter tomorrow? With deceptively simple verse, Thoughts Are Air brilliantly link...
Thoughts Are Air