Social & Emotional

4 years & up. Encourage a positive mindset for young learners with these inspiring reflection cards. Each set features thoughtful prompts, engaging tips, and uplifting quotes designed to spark meaningful conversations and promote self-awareness. Perfect for group discussions or independent reflection, the cards help children (and adults) explore positive thinking and take action in both small and impactful ways. With age-appropriate topics and a portable, easy-to-use jar format, this resource supports social-emotional learning anytime, anywhere while making growth both accessible and enjoyable.

4 year & up. Support children's focus, emotional regulation, and present-moment awareness with these gentle mindfulness prompts. Designed to fit easily into daily routines, each activity offers a quick, effective way to help kids manage stress, build concentration, and navigate everyday challenges. In just a few minutes, learners can practice calming techniques that promote clarity and well-being. Perfect for classrooms, homes, or on the go, this collection of simple, engaging exercises encourages kids to stay grounded, refocus, and feel more in control. With age-appropriate topics and a convenient, portable jar design, it makes mindfulness practice accessible, flexible, and enjoyable anytime, anywhere.

4 years & up. Move beyond simple yes-or-no questions with this engaging jar filled with 101 thought-provoking prompts designed to encourage children to share, reflect, and connect. Each question invites deeper conversations about thoughts, feelings, and everyday experiences, helping build communication skills and confidence. Ideal for use at home, in the classroom, or on the go, these conversation starters support the development of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and empathy. With a variety of age-appropriate topics and a convenient, portable design, this resource makes meaningful learning easy, flexible, and fun anytime, anywhere.

3 years & up. Stretch, balance, and bend with Ziggy, the Playful Puppy! This cuddly companion wraps around an inflatable yoga ball to support active, mindful movement, helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence. The soft, machine-washable cover adds comfort, while illustrated yoga cards guide kids through fun poses and breathing exercises designed to promote self-regulation and focus. Perfect for active play, mindful movement, and healthy habits, BubblePlush makes yoga engaging and enjoyable for young learners. Maximum weight: 110 lbs.

Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Dog and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Golden Dog's Magical Adventure". Simply warm the plush dog in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Dog measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".

Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Plush Capybara and matching Warmies® Board Book, "Who Am I?" Simply warm the plush capybara in the microwave, and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Capybara measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".

Birth & up. Snuggle up with your little one and their favorite Warmie while reading a cute story from the Warmies Board Book Collection! Stay warm and cozy with this cute and cuddly Warmies® Microwavable Calico Cat and matching Warmies® Board Book, "A Calico Cat Nap". Simply warm the plush cat in the microwave and you will have a warm, huggable friend in no time! Warmies feature a gentle, relaxing lavender scent. Warm time: 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave. Heating instructions are on the sewn-in label and should be followed very carefully. Must only be used under careful adult supervision. Cat measures 13" long. The sturdy board book features soft, padded covers and rounded edges, making it safe for little hands to grip and hold. Book measures 8.25" x 8.25".

Reassure children that they are important, loved and part of their classroom community using this wall system of frames and mirrors. Hang photos or drawn self-portraits of students in the included frames. Included mirrors encourage observation and self-awareness. When used together, the photos and reflections inspire conversation, interaction and a sense of belonging. Set includes 6 frames and 4 mirrors that easily affix to the classroom wall or chalkboard. Each piece measures 10"L x 9"W x 1.2"H.<br />  

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this adorable Warmies Microwavable Plush Patrick Star--an ideal snuggle buddy to enjoy along with the excitement of the new SpongeBob movie! Just warm him in the microwave for 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave, and he becomes a soft, soothing companion with a gentle lavender scent. Perfect for movie nights, bedtime, or anytime calming comfort is needed. Heating instructions are printed on the sewn-in label and should be followed carefully, and the plush should be used under close adult supervision.

12 months & up. Encourage children to recognize and understand facial expressions and emotions with a set of mirrors. Each one in this 8-piece set has a shatter-resistant mirrored side so children can see their own faces, and a real photo of a child on the other side. Children will be able to start to make connections between facial expressions and emotions, develop empathy and build social-emotional skills. Each mirror measures 6"L x 6"W.

Birth & up. Stay warm and cozy with this adorable Warmies Microwavable Plush SpongeBob - the perfect snuggle buddy to enjoy with all the excitement surrounding the new SpongeBob movie! Just warm him in the microwave for 60 seconds in a 1000W microwave, and he transforms into a soft, soothing companion with a gentle lavender scent. He's ideal for movie nights, bedtime, or anytime calming comfort is needed. Heating instructions are printed on the sewn-in label and should be followed carefully, and the plush should be used under close adult supervision.

12 months & up. Meet Hugsy the Weighted Hedgehog! Hugsy is a cuddly, friendly hedgehog designed with comforting weight and engaging textures to support moments of calm and sensory exploration. The gentle 2 lb weight offers grounding input, while the playful textures and details invite little hands to explore, fidget, and discover. Hugsy's uniquely designed back also allows kids to intertwine their hands as they hug and hold him for added sensory engagement.

3 years & up. Designed to deliver soothing deep-pressure input, this weighted pillow offers a comforting, grounding experience that can ease feelings of stress and anxiety while supporting improved attention. The gentle weight mimics the sensation of a calming hug, helping children feel secure, relaxed, and ready to learn. Children can squeeze, cuddle, or rest the pillow on their lap, stomach, or chest for immediate comfort that encourages emotional regulation and confidence. The soft, textured cover works together with the weighted interior to provide tactile input, promoting better concentration much like a traditional weighted blanket. Perfect for classrooms, therapy settings, transitions, circle time, home, or travel, this versatile sensory tool supports well-being wherever children go. The removable outer cover is machine washable for easy care, making it a practical choice for busy early learning environments.

3 years & up. This set of five thoughtfully selected children's books provides gentle, age-appropriate ways to talk about grief, loss, and big emotions in the classroom. Each story offers comforting language, relatable characters, and clear themes that help young children understand difficult experiences, from the loss of a family member or pet to changes in their lives. For early childhood educators, counselors, and classroom libraries, these books open the door to meaningful conversations, emotional expression, and healing. Use them during read-alouds, small-group time, or one-on-one support to help children feel seen, safe, and understood.

8 years & up. Clear information, helpful advice, playful illustrations, relatable topics, and practical tips, no wonder these books are a hit with young readers. Together, they create a standout collection of self-help titles that truly make a difference.

12 months & up. Introduce toddlers to essential social-emotional skills with this engaging bilingual book set designed just for little learners. Perfect for early childhood classrooms, these sturdy board books support language development while guiding children through their first behaviors in both English and Spanish. Each book offers simple, age-appropriate text alongside vibrant illustrations that spark conversation and connection. With consistent bilingual phrasing, teachers can easily weave in vocabulary-building moments while encouraging positive character building.

12 months & up. This delightful series gently guides young children through the ups and downs of their very first experiences. With age-appropriate language, relatable situations, and warm, engaging illustrations, each story helps children understand new moments in a way that feels safe, fun, and encouraging. Simple yet heartfelt, these sweet stories are the perfect companions for building confidence and sparking conversation as children take on life's early adventures.

6 months & up. These dad books are filled with heartwarming tales that celebrate everything dads do - from big bear hugs that chase away fears to bedtime stories that spark imagination. Inside, you'll find stories of dads who fix broken toys with love, cook the best meals, cheer the loudest, and offer quiet comfort when it's needed most. Each story highlights the unique and irreplaceable role dads play in a child's life - whether they're being silly, strong, wise, or wonderfully supportive.

As an early childhood professional, you play a key role in the early identification of maltreatment and unhealthy patterns of development. You are also the gateway to healing. In Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma, you will find the tools and strategies to connect with harmed children and start them on the path to healing.

Every day, 250 children are suspended from school. Many are children of color, deprived of opportunities to experience learning at the same rate and quality as white children. Many families don't feel heard or respected in their child's schools. Don't Look Away: Embracing Anti-Bias Classrooms leads early childhood professionals to explore and address issues of bias, equity, low expectations, and family engagement to ensure culturally responsive experiences. Importantly, this book will challenge you to consider your perceptions and thought processes: identify your own unconscious biases-we all have them, recognize and minimize bias in the classroom, school, and community, connect with children and their families, and help close the opportunity gap for children from marginalized communities. This book offers strategies, tools, and information to help you create a culturally responsive and equitable learning environment. Paperback. 144 pages.

Preschoolers tend to be social beings. Whether they are playing with dolls side by side, building block castles together, or rolling down hills with friends, most young children enjoy the company of others. Playing together comes naturally, but you can help them negotiate turn taking, learning how to mend hurt feelings, and practice communicating positively while they play. This book highlights the milestones children tend to reach during the preschool years as they develop socially. As a guide and facilitator, you can share strategies that will help preschoolers learn to be cooperative team members and kind friends while having fun together. Paperback. 96 pages.

Whether you see a preschooler laughing or crying, hugging or tugging on a playmate, taking risks or seeking comfort from an adult, you know that they are developing their emotional skills and growing up in so many ways every day. And they need your help! This book shares common milestones and typical scenarios to help you recognize various ways that preschoolers express their feelings and interact with others. As you support preschoolers struggling to handle emotional challenges that occur during everyday interactions with adults and other children, you will help them learn the skills to navigate their emotional ups and downs in more positive ways. Paperback. 96 pages.

When young children are engaged in imaginative play, they are not just having fun; they are developing skills and concepts that are foundational to their learning. Teachers can get the most out of this critical development time with thoughtful preparations that allow the children to freely explore their creativity and learn from each other. Using simple props and donated items, the book shows how centers can be transformed into rich and rewarding learning spaces for children. Play Today offers dozens of easy-to-do scenarios that will spark open-ended play explorations. Play strategies discussed boost brain development in many ways, including: Memory and flexible thinking, Communication, Social-emotional skills, Mathematics, Science, and Literacy.

The Neglected Child' provides everything educators and caregivers need to know to identify and intervene in neglectful situations, while also creating a safe, nurturing, and protective environment for young children. From defining the different types and levels of severity of neglect to establishing suspicion and reporting neglectful situations, this book is filled with helpful information from expert psychologists and educators in the field today. Each chapter includes a brief quiz to assess chapter learning and "Notes from the Field" that represent real-life stories the authors have encountered in their work. The appendices at the end of the text include reproducible handouts, sample statements for parent handbooks, self-assessments for teachers, and important contact information to use when reporting neglect. Paperback. 128 pages.