Anger is a BIG feeling…
But it’s also a normal feeling that could be hard to get under control, especially for children.
“Everyone Feels Angry Sometimes” is a self-help guide that provides children with the much-needed tool kit of techniques to help them learn how to control their anger levels, as well as teaches them important lessons surrounding mental health.
Written by Dr. Daniela Owen, Ph.D., assistant professor of clinical psychology at UC Berkeley, and the author of the best-selling “Right Now” series, her new “Everyone Feels” series provides kids with coping mechanisms on how to remain calm and positive in times of distress.
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Dr. Daniela Owen, Ph.D., an assistant professor of clinical psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, has published her first book specifically to help children deal with the complications of stress and anxiety from the COVID Epidemic.
This book is a mindfully written self-help guide to aid children in dealing with stress and anxiety, by uncovering their emotions and following a simple calming routine.
Dr. Daniela Owen, Ph.D. is a clinical child psychologist in the San Francisco Bay Area. She works primarily with children, adolescents, and their families and specializes in using evidence-based treatments to help with managing anxiety, worry, anger, and low mood. Through her children’s books, Daniela brings to life concepts and strategies that can be helpful for children everywhere.
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Little Michelle only knows how to yell! When she doesn't get her way she yells so loud she shakes the trees and dogs howl...
She learns a very important lesson, that yelling isn't the best way to get what you want.
For anyone whose little one has thrown a tantrum, you'll kick a big laugh out of this book!
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Discover the power of self-confidence and embrace our differences with Gasira the tall giraffe!
All of the other safari animals would tease Gasira for his beautiful differences that made him stand out, which made him feel insecure and unhappy. All he wanted was to be accepted and become friends with everyone in the animal kingdom.
One day, a storm floods their home and sweeps everything with it, but thanks to Gasira’s long neck, he saves Maya the monkey and she helps him to regain his self-esteem and eventually become friends with all of the other animals.
Follow along on this powerful, heartwarming safari adventure with Gasira and learn to be confident and hold our heads up high because our differences are what makes us all unique, beautiful beings!
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Teach Children How to Push Through the Fear of Failing
Learn from Thomas, a little boy whose head is full of worrying thoughts. Whenever he has a new idea, all the terrible things that “might” happen come to mind, and then he’s too afraid to try.
Until he realized that even if he might fail, or make a few mistakes, he should still try anyways! With this inspiring book children will understand that not everything needs to be perfect, and making mistakes is how we learn, grow, and work towards accomplishing our goals.
Written by, Dr. Curtis Hsia “Don’t Be Afraid to Fail: It’s Okay to Make Mistakes” is a simple yet engaging story that helps children develop confidence, self-worth, and the knowledge that mistakes are okay!
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Follow Rija's adventure through the evergreen Madagascar forest and learn about the importance of self-confidence!
Rija, an Aye-Aye lemur, used to be very shy. Every time she wanted to do something new, she'd give up before even trying. She just didn't believe in herself enough, and that made her very sad. Until one day, she discovered the power of 4 secret words that helped her find confidence and try new things without fear or doubt!
Rija will be happy to share her secret words with you if you take her home!
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Introduce your child to the beauty and ease of sharing!
Learn from Sherry the Hare who, like many children, enjoys collecting special things but doesn’t know how to share!
Until one sad day, her collectables were washed away and her entire perspective on sharing changed! A lesson that all children need to hear to understand the power of giving and the importance of care.
Written by Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Barbara Howard, “Sherry the Hare Doesn’t Know How to Share” is a simple yet engaging story that helps children develop better moral understandings, self awareness, and compassion for others!
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"The love you give out comes right back to you."
When Jordan has a bad day at school his mom shares a rule:
"Just ask yourself, as you count up to three...
What kind of person do I want to be?"
The next day Jordan practices this rule and discovers how kind deeds go a long way. For when you believe in yourself and know who you want to be, everything else falls into place. In turn, you will receive the love you give.
Learn how to proceed with kindness and touch the lives of those around you in big and small ways each day when you read "Everything You Give Comes Back" with your child.
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Is your child having a bad day?
Children are known for having days where everything is sunshine and rainbows, while others are rain and thunder clouds. Even when given their favorite meal or playing with a best friend, a sour mood can ruin it all...
Talking to your children about positive attitudes can be life-changing! Thanks to this clever book, they can see creative and silly illustrated examples of just how powerful optimism can be; and how it can turn a NO Day into a YES Day!
“Every day we have a choice between a YES and a NO,
even if it’s raining or our games don’t seem to flow.
So when you wake up to the day say, “YES, YES, YES”
to whatever life brings you, and your day will be the best!”
Have your child start every day right with these important lessons on positive mental attitude, gratitude, and perspective!
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Encourage honesty in your child!
Why do children lie? To avoid getting in trouble, of course! Children need to feel comfortable and safe to tell their parents if they did something wrong, and it's parents' responsibility to ensure the trust is established, and that honesty is always rewarded.
Little Lucy has a secret that she’s too embarrassed about to share with her mom… So, she starts making up little “white lies" to cover it up. But, as it often happens when you try to hide the truth, little lies get bigger and bigger until they grow into a giant mess. In this creative whirlwind of rhyming and make-believe events, Lucy realizes a lot of trouble can be avoided by just telling the truth.
The combination of a real-life situation and an outlandish story creates a delightful and entertaining read that both children and parents can relate to while sharing a lesson about honesty they can both understand.
