Providing a Safe Space

4 years & up. Help children understand their value and worth no matter who they are! Each book in this inclusive set shows children that who they are is perfect no matter the color of their skin, what they wear, or their religion. These inspiring stories will encourage children to see the best in other people and be empowered by the uniqueness in others and themselves. Hardcover. Set of 4.

3 years & up. The Mindfulness Matters book set shows children how they can use mindfulness to help them be calm, regulate emotions, and better their day through breathing techniques and exercise. They can blow away angry thoughts, maintain focus, breathe slowly like an elephant, or relax with a belly breath. Regular practice of mindful breathing can build resilience to life's challenges by fostering a greater sense of inner strength and resourcefulness and social emotional health. Mindful breathing fosters self-awareness by encouraging children to observe their thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations without judgment.

A teacher interacts with the children all day long. It's how the warm and responsive relationships in which young children learn best are built. But interactions in which teachers intentionally promote learning can be few and far between. A "Powerful Interaction" may last only a few minutes, but in that time the teacher tunes out any distractions, tunes into the child, and then presents a learning experience tailored to that child at that moment. This book with guild you through three steps of a Powerful Interaction (Be Present, Connect, Extend Learning) with self guided lessons. By Amy Laura Dombro. Paperback, 160 pages

12 months & up. This empowering book series celebrates toddlers and the world around them. Each story is a confidence-booster and encourages children to master various skills and celebrate the joy of learning new things. Set of 4 board books.

Seventy-nine interactive activities based on positive messages help children increase their attention spans, reduce hyperactivity, build self esteem, and facilitate language development. The interactions teach children how to be kind and caring using gentle touches. 208 pages.