My Life with Epilepsy by Mari Schuh and Ana Sebastián (2023)

Meet Max! He likes riding his scooter and playing with his dog. He also has epilepsy. 
Kids are naturally curious about differences.  Max is not defined by his disorder, but he sometimes misses school and always needs an adult with him in case he has a seizure. Let max tell you a little about his life. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone who has epilepsy.

My Life With...books include colorful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font that promotes accessibility. 

ISBN: 9781681528984
Publisher: Amicus
Age Range: 6-8 years old

You Can Control Your Voice: Loud or Quiet? by Connie Colwell Miller (2018)

In this illustrated choose-your-own-ending book, Haneen is so excited at the library that she has trouble controlling her voice. Readers make choices for Haneen and read what happens next, with each story path leading to different consequences. Includes three different endings and discussion questions. 

ISBN: 9781681522364
Publisher: Amicus
Reading Age: 5-8 years

Afraid (Learning About Emotions) by Kerri Dinmont (2019)

What should kids do when they're jealous? What does it feel like to be lonely? What can you do when someone else is afraid? This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781503828025
Publisher: Amicus Publishing
Reading Age: 4-7 Years
Paperback Edition

Angry (Learning About Emotions) by Kerry Dinmont (2019)

What should kids do when they're jealous? What does it feel like to be lonely? What can you do when someone else is afraid? This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781503828032
Publisher: Amicus Publishers
Age Range: 4-8 years
Paperback Edition

Bored (Learning About Emotions) by Meg Gaertner (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of boredom and helps children understand what to do when they experience that emotion or encounter someone else who is experiencing it. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781503828049
Publisher: Riverstream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Content (Learning About Emotions) by Charly Haley (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of contentment. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434657
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Disappointed (Learning About Emotions) by Meg Gaertner (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of disappointment. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434664
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Disgusted (Learning About Emotions) by Meg Gaertner (2018)

Introduces the feeling of disgust and helps children understand what to do when they experience that emotion or encounter someone else who is experiencing it. Additional features to aid understanding include a photo quiz for recognizing the emotion, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an introduction to the author, and an index.

ISBN: 9781622434671
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Embarrassed (Learning About Emotions) by Charly Haly (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of embarrassment. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434688
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Happy (Learning About Emotions) by Kerry Dinmont (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of happiness. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434695
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Jealous (Learning About Emotions) by Kerry Dinmont (2019)

What should kids do when they're jealous? What does it feel like to be lonely? What can you do when someone else is afraid? This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781503828100
Publisher: Amicus Publishing
Reading Age: 4-8 years
Paperback Editions

Lonely (Learning About Emotions) by Kerry Dinmont (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of loneliness. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434718
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

Sad (Learning About Emotions) by Kerry Dinmont (2019) 

What should kids do when they're jealous? What does it feel like to be lonely? What can you do when someone else is afraid? This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781503828124
Publisher: Amicus Publishing
Reading Age: 4-8 years

Worried (Learning About Emotions) by Charly Haly (2019)

This book introduces the feeling of worry. This series gives young readers an important primer to the many emotions they experience every day. They'll find relatable examples of when they might experience these emotions, and learn to navigate what to do with those feelings. Vibrant, diverse photos illustrate what the feelings might look like. A quiz helps readers' test their ability to identify emotions on the faces of others. This series is perfect for beginning readers. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

ISBN: 9781622434732
Publisher: RiverStream
Reading Age: 4-7 years
Paperback Edition

“Caregivers and educators will delight: an expert tool for social-emotional learning and helping children to read nonverbal cues.”
-Kirkus Reviews

Explore the complex world of feelings with the uplifting and acclaimed I Feel... series! Help children understand the confusing and sometimes scary feelings they experience with this wonderful kids series. 

With fun, witty illustrations and simple, straightforward text, the "I Feel..." series addresses the common feelings that come with being a child. These books make it easy for kids to identify how they're feeling―and have fun too.

Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Reading Age: 4-8 years

ADHD Strategies for Minecrafters: Fun Activities to Help Kids Thrive―An Unofficial Activity Book for Minecrafters (50+ Activities!) (2022), Erin Falligant

A fun activity book to help fans of Minecraft with ADHD!

This kid-friendly workbook features well-loved video game characters and concepts to help kids with ADD and ADHD build their executive-functioning skills and manage their behaviors with greater confidence and ease. With Steve, Alex, zombies, endermen, and skeletons to guide them, young Minecrafters will be encouraged to try a variety of fun tools to help improve their focus, stay engaged at school, embrace their strengths, make friends with ease, and give their wonderfully busy brain an active outlet.

Full of helpful tools to help kids with ADHD manage challenges at home and at school.
High-interest pages with colorful illustrations and familiar video game characters.
Teaches kids to look at ADHD from a positive, can-do perspective.
Empowering for kids and parents.

Packed with useful suggestions for homework organization, movement breaks, emotional regulation, social skills practice, mindfulness exercises, and more, this book is the essential gamer-friendly survival guide for kids with ADHD.

Reading Age: 5-84
Paperback: 64 pages

Join 6 cute black and brown kids with beautiful curly hair in a colorful, fun series as they deal with the biggest developmental hurdles for any young kid!

I Am Not Sleepy!: A preschool and toddler book for bedtime and naps by Martika Staples (2021)

A lovable bedtime story, featuring diverse characters, respectful parenting techniques and a fun storyline

This lovable bedtime story is relatable to both children and their parents. It features an adorable set of diverse characters. The simple, straightforward dialogue incorporates respectful parenting techniques and empathetic messaging, offering peaceful ideas to make bedtime easier.

It's bedtime for Emmy but she will do everything she can to avoid it! Can her mom overcome to challenge of putting this silly, restless girl to sleep?

ISBN: 9781734380378
Publishers: Curly Crew Books LLC
Reading Age: 
Board Book

I Have So Many Feelings! by Markita Staples (Author), Julie Kaufmann (Illustrator) (2021)

Emotions can be difficult...especially for Gavin. Happy, sad, curious, angry...how will he ever cope with it all?

This endearing picture book is perfect for young children learning how to understand confusing emotions. Kids can easily identify with Gavin as he deals with the different feelings he experiences during the day.

From the bestselling Curly Crew Series, this is a great book for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, and young children. Focuses on the important topic of social emotional development, from conquering fears to expressing feelings.

ISBN: 9781734380392
Publishing: Curly Crew Books LLC
Reading Age: 2-12 years

I Love Being Me! by Martika Staples-Green (2021)

A story for children that celebrates diversity and self-love in the language that kids understand best: FUN! The six adorable kids of the Curly Crew shine bright in this fun and affirming story. I love my curly hair... I love my brown skin... I love my feet...Uncle loves it when they are right in his face! This is a self-empowerment journey that both kids and their parents will find relatable. The boys and girls of the Curly Crew admire different parts of their bodies and fully embrace the qualities that make them unique. It's a book that is both confidence-boosting, and silly enough to keep any child engaged. Parents and children can look forward to a story time full of smiles and laughter.

ISBN:  9781734380361
Publisher: Curly Crew Books LLC
Age Range: 4-6 years

What If School Is Scary? by Markita Staples (Author), Julie Kaufmann (Illustrator) (2021)

A perfect story for little ones with the first day of school jitters, or those that struggle with any fears around going to school. Miles does not want to go to school. He tries to convince his Dad that he should stay home and uses every excuse he can find. Will school be just as scary as he thinks, or will he find a way to have fun after all?

A relatable story for young children ages 2-6, and perfectly targeted to students in preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and beyond! Features a humorous dialogue between Miles and his Dad, diverse characters, and pages of entertainment that create a great storytime experience for young children, parents, and teachers.

What Should I Do Today by Markita Staples (Author), Julie Kaufmann (Illustrator) (2021)

It is a fun and engaging read in rhyme that features simple wording, bright colors and diverse characters. Parents will appreciate the underlying theme that encourages young children to engage in a variety of enriching, developmental activities.

Emmy, Miles, Melody, Cameron, Summer, and Gavin explore some of their favorite activities. Whether it's blowing bubbles, reading books, or playing at the park they find so many different ways to spend the day. Poor Gavin fears that he's run out of ideas. Will he find a way to turn this around in the end? Find out in this fun read, and smile along with your little one as you take this journey with the Curly Crew!  

Bonus: The paperback includes a LIFETIME warranty! We know that little kids like to thoroughly explore books and this one may endure some tearing and crumpling. Just send us your tattered copy and we'll send you a fresh, new book at any time.

Targeted to boys and girls ages 0 - 5, it is perfect story for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early readers. 

The Perfect Project: A Book About Autism (SEN Superpowers) by Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway Ph.D (2019)

Charlie loves trains but he finds it hard to join in with his classmates on their project for the science fair. When their team needs a new leader, can Charlie use his SEN (Special Education Needs) superpowers to help his group win the prize?

ISBN:  978-0711243279
Publisher: QED Publishing
Age Range: 5-7 Years

A Different Kind of Normal: My Real-Life Completely True Story About Being Unique (2022), by Abigal Balfe

In this joyfully illustrated memoir, Abigail Balfe recounts her journey growing up autistic and the challenges of navigating the “normal” world around her. This is a perfect book for both neurodivergent and neurotypical kids to learn more about neurodiversity.

When Abigail was growing up, she was missing Very Important Information about herself. The information? That Abigail is autistic! In fact, Abigail didn’t know she was autistic until she was (kind of) an adult.

This is Abigail’s story about what it was like growing up autistic in a confusing “normal” world. With entertaining anecdotes and funny accompanying illustrations, Abigail details her experiences and explains some Very Crucial Information about autism. And about neurodiversity too— a word that celebrates the importance of all brain types!

Essential, funny, and completely unique, this book is for anyone who has ever felt different.

Age Range: 8-12
Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 978-0593566480

Every Shiny Thing by Cordelia Jensen and Laurie Morrison (2019)

In this beautifully constructed middle-grade novel, told half in prose and half in verse, Lauren prides herself on being a good sister, and Sierra is used to taking care of her mom. When Lauren’s parents send her brother to a therapeutic boarding school for teens on the autism spectrum and Sierra moves to a foster home in Lauren’s wealthy neighborhood, both girls are lost until they find a deep bond with each other. But when Lauren recruits Sierra to help with a Robin Hood scheme to raise money for autistic kids who don’t have her family’s resources, Sierra has a lot to lose if the plan goes wrong.

Lauren must learn that having good intentions isn’t all that matters when you battle injustice, and Sierra needs to realize that sometimes the person you need to take care of is yourself.

ISBN: 978-1419733772
Publisher: Henry A. Abrams

Theosaurus is a very smart dinosaur who likes to teach his dino friends new words. Join him in this wordy adventure, complete with definitions. Children will love reading and learning about all the big words this dinosaur knows while playing along with the attached bead maze.

• Part of the Fidget Fun Series, this storybook has an attached bead maze with Theosaurus' face as the background
• Definitions and pronunciations of the big words are included.
• Bright, colorful, original illustrations 

Age Range: 3-6 years

Ninja Life Hacks: Ninjas Have Feelings by Mary Nhin (2022)

Teach kids how to identify ever-changing emotions with the Ninjas from Ninja Life Hacks in this colorful board book for kids just starting on their own adventures through life! 18-pg Board Book. Social-emotional learning begins early as the stars of the bestselling Ninja Life Hacks series bring their skills to the youngest readers with Ninja Life Hacks: Ninjas Have Feelings. Inside you’ll find a Ninja experiencing every mood—from Angry to Positive and everything in between—and helping children navigate a sometimes frustrating world. Colorful tabs on each page help little hands navigate the book and the emotions held inside.

PROMOTE A GROWTH MINDSET: Problem-solving skills and tips from the Ninjas help young readers develop social-emotional intelligence.

CULTIVATE CONFIDENCE: Kid’s emotions are reflected and validated in the fierce and fun ninja characters.

ENCOURAGE EMPATHY: Help preschoolers manage difficult emotions and feelings through identification and recognition.

ISBN: 978-1647225988
Publisher: Insight Kids
Age Range: Baby-3 years

Potty training can be challenging for little ones. But when accidents happen to this little hippo, his jungle friends reassure him it's only natural. This fun, rhyming story will help reduce anxiety for potty-training kids. Children will enjoy learning from these jungle friends while exploring various sensory touch-and-feel elements.

• Read along to see that everyone can make a mistake, even little hippos
• Features different touch-and-feel elements on the cover and each spread
• Colorful, original illustrations 
• Interactive fun and tactile learning

Age Range: Baby to 6 years

Join Baby Shark as he sings with Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandma Shark and Grandpa Shark in this bright ocean-themed finger puppet book. Doo doo doo doo doo doo through the ocean with the whole family of sharks.

• Soft plush finger puppet and a rhyming story combine to provide both tactile and verbal learning
• Finger puppet encourages interactive play
• Children will sing along to the catchy tune of Baby Shark
• Shark finger puppet permanently attached to easy-to-hold board book
• Larger format than most other finger puppet books

Age Range: 3+

There are mysteries in the jungle that the animals cannot solve, so they call the great investigator because there’s no problem he cannot solve. Where did monkey lose its banana? Where is elephant's stash of nuts? What happened to lion's roar? Children will love reading and helping to solve the mysteries along with the alligator detective while playing along with the attached bead maze.

• Part of the Fidget Fun Series, this storybook has an attached bead maze with the Great Investigator's face as the background
• Children can read along and help solve the mysteries in the jungle
• Contains bright, colorful, original illustrations of adorable jungle animals

Age Range: 3-6 years

Slate Ibex Snuggler knows that big steps of independence can mean big feelings. Ibex gives children the courage to embrace their deep feelings and see sensitivity as a gift that should be shared, not hidden away.

Ibex helps deepen the bond with little ones while promoting valuable life skills like emotional courage and expression. With the board book and the affirmation, this Snuggler helps build a foundation of support, helping children embrace feelings as a true strength.

Slumberkins is dedicated to helping families raise caring, confident, and resilient children through affirmations, stories and creature characters. Slumberkins was founded by a special education teacher and a family therapist. Based out of our home state of Washington, check out their new show on Apple TV. Watch Slumberkins | Apple TV+

• Ibex stuffie comes with a board book and an affirmation card
• Soft and silky fur, perfect for smooshy hugs
• Hypoallergenic
• Machine washable, air dry
• Intentionally designed without detachable plastic pieces to give caretakers peace of mind

Benefits

• Helps boost kids self-esteem
• Encourages kids to welcome all feelings in order to learn from them

Needs Fulfilled

• Social and emotional development, tactile input

Specs for Slate Ibex Snuggler

Package Weight
15 oz

Dimensions
6″ x 2″ x 12.5″

Material
Polyester

We all have feelings and feelings aren’t bad. We all feel scared, angry, nervous and sad. What matters is how we handle our feelings. What do we do when we are nervous? What do we do when we are anxious? Read along and learn a few tips and tricks on identifying and coping with feelings. This is a must-read book for every teacher, parent, and child!

Developed along with a consultant focused on relational education services, this new series from Little Hippo Books features social emotional topics such as making mistakes, learning to be brave, understanding your feelings, and more. It is designed to help youngsters understand and learn about themselves and the people around them.

Age Range: 3-6 years

Feeling embarrassed isn’t much fun, but the truth is, it happens to all of us! Help your child learn to handle embarrassing situations with confidence. Talking about it, laughing about it, and journaling about it are just a few of the ways kids can deal with embarrassment. This book is a must-have for parents and teachers everywhere. After all, everyone gets embarrassed!

Developed along with a consultant focused on relational education services, this new series from Little Hippo Books features social emotional topics such as making mistakes, learning to be brave, understanding your feelings, and more. It is designed to help youngsters understand and learn about themselves and the people around them.

Age Range: 3-6 years

When Lolly hears a loud noise at the end of the rainbow, she knows she needs to travel to the other side to find out what fun is being had! Along the way, Lolly picks up lots of friends who are as interested as she is. Join Lolly on an adventure and learn that the best part of any journey is making it with friends.

Part of our fidget fun series, this board book has a gel pouch with character confetti. The pouch is affixed to the last page and pokes through the book to the cover. This interactive kid’s book will entertain children as they read and feel their way through the rainbow.

• Fun, colorful illustrations of various creatures including a dragon, fairy, gnome, and more
• Entertaining story written in rhyme 
• Gel pouch confetti is in the shapes of the characters in the story
• Interactive fun and tactile learning in this children's book will engage young readers

Age Range: Baby to 6 years