BOOKS FOCUSED ON TEACHING CHILDREN & PRETEENS SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SKILLS
- Each Book has Downloadable Teacher & Counselor Activity Guide (with Discussion Questions & Activities to be Used After Each Chapter, Ready to Lead Classroom Lessons or Small Counseling Groups)
Nurturing Independence Book Series
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Missing assignments. Half-done homework. Sloppy notes. A backpack jammed full of non-essential stuff.
When it comes to his schoolwork, Dakota is often inattentive and usually unorganized. His lack of focus leads to disappointments, and his teachers and his mom are increasingly concerned. His grades, which were never exactly stellar, are slipping, and Dakota is making excuses. So, what is going on?
With encouragement, guidance, and concrete strategies from his mom and the school counselor, Dakota discovers he's not a victim his situation is not hopeless, he can impress his teachers, and he can improve his grades.
Through this relatable, reassuring chapter book, readers learn they can climb out of their homework hole, reset their attitude and keep up.
This book is a collection of short stories
featuring Amir, Alejo, Jessica, David, Kristina, and Daisy and the reasons why truancy may threaten their future. Each has their own reason for not showing up. Amir is tired of feeling like the dumbest kid in class. Alejo is bored and disconnected from his lessons. Jessica helps care for her little brother. David’s home is wherever he and his mom can find a place to stay. Kristina is exhausted by always feeling left out. And Daisy is afraid of violence at her school.
The Truancy Files: Hall Pass to Nowhere is a relatable series of short stories that validates students’ real-life experiences with absenteeism while offering actionable strategies and adult support. Readers will feel encouraged, supported, and motivated to reconnect with school and seek out trusted adults who can help them succeed.
A Podcast Interview where I Explain Why I Write SEL Books & How I Hope the Books are Used in Schools to Support Children & Preteens
