Grow Through What You Go Through: Spring Growth Mindset Activities for Kids
Spring is a season of growth — not just for flowers, but for our kids, too! As the days get longer and the world begins
Spring is a season of growth — not just for flowers, but for our kids, too! As the days get longer and the world begins
Free “Good Things About Me” printable for kids to color and fill in. A self-esteem and identity-building SEL activity inspired by The Only Me and Stella’s Brave Voice.
A free Valentine’s Day SEL worksheet for kids that builds confidence, self-love, and emotional awareness. Download Love Notes to Myself and help children reflect on what makes them special, brave, and worthy of love.
Kindness Ripples is a free, kid-friendly SEL activity that helps children see how one small act of kindness can spread outward—just like ripples in water. A gentle reminder that even tiny actions can make a big difference.
I loved being a guest on Kids Ask Authors Answer, where kids asked thoughtful questions about Petunia the Perfectionist, mistakes, confidence, and growth mindset.
If your child struggles with perfectionism or fear of getting things wrong, this one’s for you.
A free SEL worksheet that helps kids learn from mistakes, build resilience, and develop a growth mindset at home or in the classroom.
Looking for a kindness advent alternative? Get a free December Kindness Calendar for kids with 25 easy acts of kindness for families and classrooms.
The holidays are the perfect time to cozy up with meaningful stories. This curated Holiday Indie Children’s Book Reading List features heartfelt, creative titles by independent authors—ideal for gifting, sharing, and celebrating the season.
Engaging SEL lesson plans for The Only Me and Stella’s Brave Voice to teach identity, self-concept, and self-confidence—plus activities for Petunia the Perfectionist.
Download free SEL coloring and activity sheets inspired by The Only Me, Stella’s Brave Voice and Petunia the Perfectionist—all in one place to support kids’ confidence, communication and growth mindset.
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This book is PERFECT for perfectionists (children and grown-ups!) and belongs in classrooms, libraries, and every child’s bookshelf.
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Stella’s Brave Voice follows the twins from The Only Me and has earned a 5-star Book Review Award from Litpick and Reader’s Favorite.
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The Only Me was named one of the top 100 indie children’s books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews and earned a 5-star Book Review Award from Litpick.
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