Early Childhood Education > (SEL) Social & Emotional Learning
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Together: A First Conversation About Love
A beginner’s exploration of love, relationships, and families – the latest in the FIRST CONVERSATIONS board book series, which offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way. Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this board book offers clear, interactive text and beautiful, inclusive imagery that begins the conversation on love with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult.
$11.99
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Toddler Tools Board Books (0-4)
Daily transitions and routines can be a challenge for any toddler, as well as parents and caregivers. These positive books can help ease the many trying “times†that are a part of every toddler’s day. Share them before (or during) the desired “time,†or whenever toddlers need encouragement with routines.
$135.00
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Today I Feel...An Alphabet of Feelings
Beautifully illustrated by Madalena Moniz’s subtle watercolors, Today I Feel . . . follows a child through a whole range of emotions, from adored to curious to strong. Not all of the emotions are positive and not all of them are simple, but they are all honest and worthy of discussion with a young child.
$18.95
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The Power of Presence
A Guide to Mindfulness Practices in Early Childhood This book is written for today’s educators who feel pressured by unrealistic demands, are overwhelmed by the daily chaos of early childhood teaching, and seek to find peace in their classrooms. Find and foster your own awareness, cultivate and encourage mindfulness practices in your classroom, and nurture mindfulness, openness, curiosity, and calm throughout the day. Create an inclusive classroom that accepts and encourages all children. A more peaceful, present learning environment will help children to reclaim their safe, joyful, confident, and competent approach to learning. The adults in the children’s lives, whether families or educators, will also thrive in this mindful approach with more patience, focus, and confidence.
$47.95
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The Magical Yet
Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion—the Yet. Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! Can't play the bassoon? Don't worry, Yet is there to help you out. The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when helping children cope with the inevitable difficult learning moments we all face. Whether a child or an adult, this encouraging and uplifting book reminds us that we all have things we haven't learned...yet!
$24.99
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The Creature of Habit Tries His Best
On the island of Habit, there lived a very big creature who was about to go on the ride of his life! While he’d recently learned to try new things, the very big creature had also learned that he wasn’t always very good at everything. It turned out trying was hard! The kind of hard that made him stomp his feet and roar his biggest roar . . . and sometimes even feel like quitting. And learning to ride a bike? That was really hard—every time he tried, he wobbled and fell right off. But the very big creature wouldn’t give up. After all, trying was a lot like sticking with something—and he was already an expert at that!
$24.99
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That Rule Doesn't Apply to Me
Noodle is having a rough couple of days. The rules keep getting in the way of his fun! Rules for this and rules for that. There are so many rules - too many rules! Rules stink! Noodle has no use for obeying rules at home, or school. He argues about the rules and doesn't think any of them actually apply to HIM! Can't he just have a rule-free day? Author Julia Cook's third book in the Responsible Me! series will have readers in stitches as Noodle describes the variety of rules he deals with daily. His mom helps him visualize the consequences of no rules at all and Noodle begins to understand that rules help create a safe environment for everyone.
$17.50
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Ten Stories to Explore Feelings
This collection from the Let's Read Together series contains 10 paperback picture books that promote social and emotional growth. Young readers will learn to recognize and understand their feelings and the feelings of others through stories that introduce gentle lessons. Includes: Ba! Moo!What Will We Do?; Blue Monster Wants It All; Little Why; No More Cuddlies!; No!; Tickly Octopus; Tiny Tantrum; Tom's Tail; Very Grumpy Day; The Worry Box.
$119.95
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Teeth Are Not For Biting Board Book
Award-winning book series teaches little ones about positive behavior, good manners and more using simple words and colorful illustrations. This story invites even the youngest child to discover better ways to cope with pain, frustration, angry, sad or cranky feelings. Includes helpful tips for parents and caregivers. Awards include: Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book Award, Read America! Selection, Dr Toy's Smart Play/Smart Toy Products winner and Creative Child magazine Seal of Excellence. Board Book
$14.95
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Talking About Feelings
Providing children with the skills and the words to express their feelings is key to helping them move forward in a positive manner. Talking About Feelings is the perfect book for parents, caregivers, educators and health professionals to help children unpack challenging emotions in an interactive and engaging way.
$19.95
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Struggle Bus
The Struggle Bus’s lyrical, rhyming text adds a comforting touch to the book, while not downplaying the reality that sometimes life is really hard. From a growth mindset perspective, the story gives the main character space to feel those hard feelings, but also to be open-minded to lots of different solutions. With a concluding reminder that we can do hard things, The Struggle Bus offers a lot: self-discovery, tips for problem-solving, and, mostly importantly, an acknowledgement that we all struggle sometimes, but we shouldn’t get stuck on that bus.
$29.50
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Sour Grape
The Sour Grape holds grudges for every reason under the sun. Lime never returned a scarf they borrowed? Grudge! Orange never called back? Grudge! But when a friend holds a grudge against the Sour Grape without listening to an explanation, the Sour Grape realizes how unfair grudges can be. Could a bunch of forgiveness and compassion be enough to turn a sour grape sweet?
$24.99
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Sometimes When I'm Bored
Helping young children learn how to redirect feelings of boredom deepens problem-solving skills and builds the ability to shift negative thoughts to more positive ones. Using gentle and straightforward language, Sometimes When I’m Bored describes a child’s experience with boredom and loneliness and the many fun ways to relieve the feeling of boredom. A special section for adults offers more information on how boredom can be spotted in children of varying ages—including infants—and discusses how to help children relieve feelings of boredom. Especially useful for counselors, social workers, teachers, parents, and any other adults caring for children who experience boredom and loneliness.
$24.95
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Sometimes We Fall
An uplifting story that offers a reassuring message about finding the courage to take a small risk—and the sweet reward that may follow. Sometimes you want to eat a juicy red plum at the top of a tree, but it seems so hard. What if you start the climb and a strong wind blows and the tree shakes? What if it rains and you slip and FALL? But those sweet-smelling, juicy, ripe purple plums up there look so tasty, and best of all, Mama is waiting for you with words of encouragement. . .
$26.99
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Sometimes I Just Won't
A bold, funny story about child autonomy and the ever-changing moods of small children. Being a toddler is an emotional rollercoaster. Some days you want to put your coat on, you don't mind sharing, or having your bath. There are days when you can't wait to slide down the biggest slide, or join in with everyone else. But some days you just won't! And sometimes that's OK. But, with a little kindness and encouragement, you might find that something you don't want to do can become something you love to do! With rhythmic text and lively, graphic illustrations Sometimes I Just Won't, is a brilliant follow up to Sometimes I Am Furious. An essential read for both young children and carers about how to navigate strong emotions, because - big or small - sometimes we ALL need to feel in charge.
$17.99
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Sometimes I Grumblesquinch
Katie Honors is a really nice kid. But there’s one little secret that sometimes makes her feel not-so-nice deep inside: her little brother, Chuck. Katie loves her brother and works hard to be the perfect big sister but it can be hard. Chuck can sometimes be just so icky and messy. Sometimes it makes Katie secretly wish she had a trampoline or a treehouse or a giraffe instead of a brother. When all these emotions bubble up to the surface, Katie can no longer grumblesquinch them down. She explodes, but she also learns an important lesson: that there’s room for ALL of her feelings, even the scary ones. Vail masterfully explores the pressure children often feel to be perfect all the time and helps them realize that it's okay to share frustrating, and at times, not-so-nice thoughts and seek comfort from adults to help them manage those feelings.
$27.95
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Sometimes I Feel Sad
Feeling sad is, unfortunately, a part of everyone's life, and there's not always an easy fix. This touching book helps explain to children aged 5+ that they're not alone in feeling this way, and is especially useful for children who struggle to express their feelings.
$25.95
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Share and Take Turns
Sharing is a social skill all children need to learn—the sooner the better. Concrete examples and reinforcing illustrations help children practice sharing, understand how and why to share, and realize the benefits of sharing. Includes a note to teachers and parents, additional information for adults, and activities. Part of the Learning to Get Along series (individually priced).
$18.50
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See My Feelings Mirror (Set of 4)
Help children observe and learn to identify emotions in themselves and others using the mirror and six slide-in photos of real children expressing real emotions: happiness, surprise, fear, sadness, silliness and anger. Mirror helps children see and name their emotions by seeing their own expressions and the model's expression. Come in four bright colours and feature a chunky, easy-grip handle. Made from high quality, durable, child-friendly glass. Includes a Getting Started guide with four activities and easy-to-identify emojis.
$90.00
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School's First Day of School
It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself. What will the children do once they come? Will they like the school? Will they be nice to him? The school has a rough start, but as the day goes on, he soon recovers when he sees that he's not the only one going through first-day jitters.
$24.99
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Ruby Finds a Worry
Meet Ruby-a happy, curious, imaginative girl. But one day, she finds something unexpected: a Worry. It's not such a big Worry, at first. But every day, it grows a little bigger and a little bigger until eventually, the Worry is ENORMOUS and all she can think about. Can she ever feel happy again?But then Ruby discovers that everyone has worries, and not only that, there's a great way to get rid of them too she just has to share her feelings. This perceptive and poignant story is the perfect springboard for talking to children about emotions and anxieties.
$11.99
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Rissy No Kissies
Rissy's friends and family wonder if she's sick, confused, or rude. But kisses make Rissy uncomfortable. Can one little lovebird show everyone that there's no one right way to show you care? Rissy No Kissies carries the message that "your body and your heart are yours, and you choose how to share." A note at the end provides further information for kids, parents, and educators about body autonomy, consent, and different ways to show affection.
$25.95
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Resilience
Meet Emmi! She is resilient, independent and courageous. She always tries her best, and even when the going gets tough, Emmi never gives in. This charming story uses verse and beautiful illustrations to model resilience, persistence, and the ability to face challenges with tenacity. Children who are resilient are brave, curious, confident and problem solvers. Nurturing these traits in our children will go a long way in helping them face the many challenges they will encounter throughout their lives. Also included are Discussion Questions for parents, caregivers and educators, and suggested activities to promote children's resilience.
$19.95
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Pout-Pout Fish Set
This set of four books by Deborah Diesen and illustrated by Dan Hanna are a wonderful way of helping children understand social themes like friendship, emotions, and feelings. Ages 4 and under.
$40.00
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