SEL Books for Kids
No Room for Pokey!
Pokey the cat is searching for a cozy spot to sleep, but every place he tries is already taken! A box stuffed with grumpy cats, a trash can guarded by snarling Inky - nobody wants to share. Then the rain begins, lightning cracks the sky, and suddenly everything changes. Will Pokey find somewhere safe, and what will he do when the other cats need help too? This decodable reader practices the ‘ough’ phonogram in words like ’tough,’ ‘rough,’ ’enough,’ ’thought,’ and ’through.’
Rain on My Concert!
Pang the cicada has been picked to conduct the biggest concert of the year - and absolutely nothing can go wrong! But what happens when the choir sings the wrong notes, his stomach does somersaults, and raindrops start falling at a DRY season concert? Can one nervous little conductor save the show before everything falls apart? This decodable reader practices 3+ syllable words such as ‘conductor,’ ‘cicada,’ ‘calendar,’ ‘caterpillar,’ and ‘magnificent.’
Who Made the Rain Cry?
When a sad tune drifts from a girl’s window and makes the clouds cry, who will follow the song to find her? Brown Rabbit twitches his ears, Bee buzzes into the sky, and Bird soars between raindrops - but can a garden full of critters mend such deep sadness? This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words like ‘rabbit,’ ‘garden,’ ‘sunny,’ ‘problem,’ and ‘until.’
Best Pals
What makes a best pal truly special? The Girl thinks being best pals with Hedgehog is the simplest thing in the world - they scribble rainbows, share ice cream right down the middle, and giggle at nothing at all. But what happens when school feels jumbled up, or when a splashy afternoon turns into a silly squabble? Can a pancake really say sorry better than words? This decodable reader practices le/al/el/il words such as ‘gentle,’ ‘giggle,’ ‘sparkle,’ ‘purple,’ and ‘marvel.’
Nakita Can Help!
Nakita rescues elephants in need and cares for them until they’re healthy again. When she finds a young elephant stuck in a ditch with a hurt leg, she springs into action. Will Nakita be able to help this elephant get back to its family? Join her on an amazing adventure of compassion and animal rescue!
Spencer Can Advance!
Spencer loves the outdoors and dreams of a job helping others. When he grows up and joins a rescue team, he gets his chance! From floods to fires, Spencer springs into action. But what challenges will test his courage and kindness the most? Find out how one brave person can make a real difference!
The Fish and Chip Shop!
A young boy heads to his favorite fish and chip shop after playing at the park. He knows the friendly worker Will and loves the delicious smells that fill the air. Today, he’s thinking about trying something new from the menu instead of his usual order. Will he be brave enough to pick something different? And if he does, will he actually like it?
Too Big? Think Bigger!
Rose the sheep is finally heading home after a long summer on the hill - but wait, what’s this? A brand-new gate, and it’s far too small for a big, woolly sheep! Can yoga shrink her down? Will running do the trick? What about swimming? After three weeks of trying, Rose has one last, brilliant idea. This decodable reader practices the ‘kn’ sound in words like ‘knew,’ ‘kneel,’ ‘knots,’ and ‘knuckles.’
A Mess!
When mom and dad ask them to clean the house after school, the kids discover an enormous mess waiting for them! Dirty dishes pile up in the kitchen, dust bunnies hide under the couch, and their rooms look like a tornado hit them. Can they work together to tackle all their chores and restore order to their home?
Birds Like Me Don't Fly
What happens when a big bird with tiny wings dreams of soaring through the sky? Every day, our hero daydreams of airplanes, spotlights, and cheering fans - but one tumble on the hilltop leaves feathers ruffled and hopes crushed. Can a backpack full of courage, a homemade blueprint, and a whole lot of cardboard prove the doubters wrong? A heartwarming tale about chasing your own path. This decodable reader practices compound words such as ‘backpack,’ ‘daydream,’ ‘hilltop,’ ‘sunshine,’ and ‘blueprint.’