Michael Gordon

How important is telling the truth?Honesty is important in all that we do and it's never too early to teach kids about the importance of being honest.Here's a great story about honesty: Children learn that choices have consequencesSelf-regulation is a skill that children need to be taught and practice. -Teach children impulse control techniquesHelp kids learn healthy ways to deal with their emotions and feelings*****"My 5 year old daughter absolutely adores this book. This is a great book for preschool- and school-aged children just learning the value of truth." - ElizabethPerfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten. A great tool for parents, teachers and anyone who works with kids.

Tired of tantrums? Here's a great story for helping kids manage their emotions and anger.* It's okay to feel angry, but it's not okay to hurt anyone with our words and actions* Help children understand angry feelings* Learn how to calm down and express themselves in appropriate ways* Help kids learn to self-regulate and build self-control* Learn how to behave, tolerate frustration, adapt to change* Teaching kids about empathy, kindness, and compassionIt has a great message: "This series is awesome for helping kids with dealing with emotions, perfect for kids ages 3-5 and adults. " - Rhonda"It's a great book for preschoolers It has a nice story that illustrates choices we can make when we're really mad." - TomExplains emotions & anger: "Good ideas about what to do when a child is mad. I read it to my 3 year old a lot " - Emily"Love this book As a school counselor, I know that it is hard to find good resources to support self-regulation. "- StacyAnd* Cute illustrations * Not too long, grabs kid's attention* Print version includes COLORING PAGES*Perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten

Children often need help to calm down from strong emotions. This children's book teaches highly energetic kids to be a bit more present and focused. This joyful kids book shows how to manage feelings in different situations: on the playground, at home or school. This story is filled with wonderful illustrations and sweet dialogues will help your kids in many ways: Help kids work through their emotionsTeach children to manage their energyTeach your child social skillsTeaching healthy way to process feelingsA fun choice as an introduction to mindfulness Includes simple techniques for children to practice Helping kids discover how they can slow down and breathe★★★★★This book is amazing I love the message, but also the illustrations are lovely. It has some very good techniques to use that I'm definitely going to start using with my 3 yr old.Perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten. A great tool for parents, teachers and anyone who works with kids.

Got a bad attitude? Here's a story to help children notice and manage their negative thinking and behavior.This joyful kids book shows how to change their attitude in different situations: on the playground, at home or school.This story is filled with wonderful illustrations and sweet dialogues will help your kids in many ways: Learn how to communicate and listen and speak effectivelyDevelop healthy relationships with othersTeach your child social skillsTeaching healthy way to process feelingsIncludes simple techniques for children to practiceHelpful for ADHD children★★★★★I love this book. The story has relatable characters to keep the 4-6 yr olds curious. And the illustrations are lovely.

Friends are important for children's development. But making and keeping friends doesn't always come easily, and children need to learn how to do it.This joyful kids book shows how to make friends in different situations: on the playground, at home or school.This story is filled with wonderful illustrations and sweet dialogues will help your kids in many ways: Learn how to communicate and listen and speak effectivelyDevelop healthy relationships with othersTeach your child social skillsTeaching healthy way to process feelingsLearn how to make and keep friendsIncludes simple techniques for children to practiceLearn what sharing and taking turns is★★★★★This is a great book for children struggling with friendships. Thank you Perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten. A great tool for parents, teachers and anyone who works with kids.

Teaching kids patience requires, well...patience. Here's a great story for helping kids manage their emotions.* Great way to help children understand the concept of waiting* Help children understand emotions and feelings* Learn how to calm down and express themselves in appropriate ways* Help kids learn to self-regulate and build self-control* Learn how to behave, tolerate frustration, adapt to change* Practice patience often makes the time spent waiting worth itIt has a great message: "We read this as a bedtime story to my then 4 yr old son.I recommend this book to everyone with small children. " - Michele"Very cute book. My pre-k class enjoyed the pictures and story." - AnneExplains emotions & feelings: "Lovely illustrations. Great story about patience and cooperation." - Sarah"This is a wonderful book. It addresses the reality that waiting is hard but it usually worth it."- EmilyAnd* Cute illustrations* Not too long, grabs kid's attention* Print version includes COLORING PAGES*Perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten

Tired of tantrums? Here's a great story for helping kids manage their emotions and anger.* It's okay to feel angry, but it's not okay to hurt anyone with our words and actions* Help children understand angry feelings* Learn how to calm down and express themselves in appropriate ways* Help kids learn to self-regulate and build self-control* Learn how to behave, tolerate frustration, adapt to change* Teaching kids about empathy, kindness, and compassionIt has a great message: "This series is awesome for helping kids with dealing with emotions, perfect for kids ages 3-5 and adults. " - Rhonda"It's a great book for preschoolers It has a nice story that illustrates choices we can make when we're really mad." - TomExplains emotions & anger: "Good ideas about what to do when a child is mad. I read it to my 3 year old a lot " - Emily"Love this book As a school counselor, I know that it is hard to find good resources to support self-regulation. "- StacyAnd* Cute illustrations* Not too long, grabs kid's attention* Print version includes COLORING PAGES*Perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten

What to do when you are so mad you feel like exploding Learn common reasons why kids get madHelp kids identify their body sensationsLearn good ways to let the anger outUse mad power to change the situation or solve the problemIt has a great message: "I love that this book both sends the message that it's okay to feel mad, while teaching fun methods to cope with those emotions. - Carrie"My 5 year old blows up at everything. It's a great book to learn how to control her anger Parents can also learn a few tricks to control their anger - LizExplains anger & feelings: "Great book on learning to calm down when we get angry. Perfect for preschoolers " - Erika"Well done This is perfect for school age children to learn to manage their emotions" - MariaAnd* Cute illustrations with nice rhyming story * Not too long, grabs kid's attention

Dinosaurs have worries - from monsters to natural disasters.*Worries and fears a normal part of childhood*Explain what it means to worry *Relaxation strategies for managing anxiety*Encourages kids to reach out to trusted adults to help the worry go away It has a great message: "My son has had me read this to him almost 6 nights in a row now " - Felicia"I purchased this book for our daughter with anxiety. She has referred back to its techniques multiple times " - ErinExplains emotions & feelings: "Adorable story of a worried little dinosaur I think this book will be a huge help in our family" - Robin"This was a great book for my 5 year old" - AngelaAnd* Cute illustrations with nice rhyming story* Not too long, grabs kid's attention*Coloring and activity pages*Excellent resource for counselors, parents, and teachers

Frustration isn't a bad thing; it's what we do with it that makes the difference.*Frustration can even be a good thing*Frustration encourages problem-solving*Help children recognize their feelings better*Learn strategies for managing frustrationIt has a great message: "All the books we have from this series have been so great for our kids." - Laura"This super fun series of books are sure to please all the dinosaur lovers out there " - SarahExplains frustration & emotions: "Got this book for my 3 year old grandson who struggles with controlling anger and putting into words why he is frustrated." - Emily"We love it It processes the emotion in a playful way." - JessAnd* Cute illustrations with nice rhyming story* Not too long, grabs kid's attention*Coloring and activity pages*Excellent resource for counselors, parents, and teachers

Sometimes Deano feels left out because he looks and acts differently from other dinosaurs.Learn the importance of having all types of friendsHelp young children who may be feeling left-outIt's a good way to start a conversation about feelingsLearn simple techniques of conflict resolutionIt has a great message: "Good book. We bought all the series as my son enjoys reading them." - Sarah"We have read this with my children many times. It has really helped and offered some good strategies when kids get left out." - ChrisExplains emotions & feelings: "Great for starting discussions. Simple story, but fairly realistic actions." - Harry"Love this picture book I am a teacher and will use it for my students " - SusanAnd* Cute illustrations with nice rhyming story* Not too long, grabs kid's attention*Coloring and activity pages*Excellent resource for counselors, parents, and teachers

"He started it ""She was there with me ""I can't help it."No one likes to be wrong but there is a way to teach kids to accept responsibility for their actions.Teaching kids about responsibility is one of the most important lessons you can teach your little ones. Children will learn how to act in stressful situations, which they'll face throughout their lives.Here's a great story about responsibility: It's OK to make mistakesTeaching kids to be honestLearning how to consider the consequences firstTeaching kids to take responsibility for their actions*****"I love this book Definitely recommend for teacher, parents or school counselor" - SarahPerfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten. A great tool for parents, caregivers, teachers and healthcare professionals.

We don't like rules.All preschoolers and young kids sometimes break rules or don't listen. As much as kids enjoy more freedom at home or school, they need enough rules to feel safe and secure. Here's a great story about rules: Teaching the importance of following rulesLearn the importance of listening and not always talkingLearning to accept responsibilityDealing with not always getting what you want***** "I read this book to my class, and they loved it. It was loved so much that they requested I read it again " - JennaPerfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten. A great tool for parents, caregivers, teachers and healthcare professionals.