SEL Books for Kids
Fast
Meet an ambulance with a big dream—to zoom through the city streets at lightning speed! But his careful driver Mr. Chow takes things slowly. When a new, speedy paramedic arrives, the ambulance finally gets his wish. Will going fast be everything he hoped for, or will he learn something surprising about doing things the right way?
Jill Lost it All
Jill arrives at the village with nothing left after a terrible raid. When kind Dr. Can Do learns about her loss, he springs into action with a mysterious plan. Will he really be able to help Jill protect what matters most? Join this brave girl and her new friend on a heartwarming journey of hope and kindness.
Dogs and Cats
Dog and Cat are the best of friends! They play together, sleep side by side, and share everything. Dog always makes Cat feel safe, and they love lazing under the big tree in the yard. But one day, something changes. Cat gets invited to live inside the house with the people, and Dog is left all alone in the shed. Will jealousy tear apart their wonderful friendship, or can they find a way to stay best friends?
Our Faces
Did you know your face can tell a story without saying a single word? From big, bright smiles to scrunched-up frowns, our faces show the world exactly how we’re feeling inside. But what happens to your face when you’re brave? Or nervous? Or when you see something super cool like a baby elephant playing? Discover the amazing ways our faces change with every emotion we feel!
Pencil Box
Shawn gets a brand new box of coloured pencils and can’t wait to use them. But inside the box, the pencils are scared! They don’t want to come out. When Shawn falls asleep, the brave pencils sneak out and discover a book filled with drawings that have no colour. Can the pencils overcome their fears and help bring Shawn’s artwork to life?
This is the Way
Ted is blind, but he knows the way to his friend’s birthday party! Using his senses—smell, touch, and hearing—Ted navigates the streets with confidence. As his neighbour Kim follows along amazed, she discovers something surprising: Ted has his own special way of ‘seeing’ the world. How does Ted find his path when he cannot see?
Min Wants Help
Min is excited for her first day of school in her new uniform, but everyone in her family is too busy to help her get dressed! Her mummy is baking, her daddy is feeding the chickens, and her grandpa is herding cows. Will Min find someone to help her, or will she have to figure it out herself?
Mindfulness
Have you ever felt worried or had big feelings that were hard to handle? Mindfulness might be just what you need! This book introduces a special way to check in with your body and brain. You’ll discover how to notice what’s happening around you and inside you. But what happens when bad thoughts try to take over like weeds in a garden? And how can watching your breath help you feel better? Open this book to learn simple exercises you can try anywhere!
My Feelings!
Meet Amy, a girl who experiences all kinds of feelings every single day! Sometimes she feels happy and light like she’s flying through the sky. Other times she feels angry like a volcano ready to erupt, or scared like she’s lost in a dark forest. From excitement to nervousness to calm, Amy discovers that feelings come in many shapes and sizes. But what happens when big emotions seem to take over? Join Amy as she explores the colourful world of feelings inside her heart!
My Friends
Meet Tina and her amazing friends! David loves books, Donna uses a wheelchair, Paul is from Spain, Emily’s family loves cooking, Mary is a great listener, and John thinks in creative ways. Each friend is special and different. What makes a good friend? Join Tina as she discovers how friends with different talents and backgrounds help each other grow and become better together.