SEL & Well-Being

The YMCA is dedicated to supporting communities and bringing people together. Readers will explore the history and impact of this organization and how its services help community members learn, grow, and thrive together.

Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to understand expectations. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to grow their social awareness. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices...

InGnome Sick Gnome, the vet team gets stumped! When their investigation takes them to their patient’s home, it becomes clear that the home might just be part of the problem. In the Magical Pet Vet series, join Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild...

Feeling and showing empathy is an important part of SEL (social-emotional learning) education. Students will learn to take a step back and reflect on how they're are feeling. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to think, create, guess, and...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores the do's and don'ts of disability etiquette and how to talk about disability. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE...

This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores relationships with friends, family, and mobility devices, and how to be inclusive in everyday life. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students...

In The Crocodingo That Loved a Flamingo, the vets are called out to help a distraught crocodingo. His flamingo has been stolen by a pukwudgie who lives deep in the swamp. In the Magical Pet Vet series, join Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures...

Early readers are introduced to a foundation of daily mindfulness practices in the My Mindful Day series. Connection explores the importance of being connected to people and nature. This engaging early approach to mindfulness helps readers develop word...

Early readers are introduced to a foundation of daily mindfulness practices in the My Mindful Day series. Compassion explores the importance of dealing with pain and being kind to others. This engaging early approach to mindfulness helps readers develop...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities. This engaging book introduces...

This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores what disability means and covers different types of disabilities both visible and invisible. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to...

How do we talk about mental health? This book breaks down the topic of mental health for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of...

How do we talk about death? This book breaks down the topic of death for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st...

How do we talk about body image? This book breaks down the topic of body image for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in...

Loved Ones With Depression covers the basics of depression, what people with depression might experience, loving someone with depression, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through...

Loved Ones With Chronic Illness covers the basics of chronic illness, what people with chronic illness might experience, loving someone with chronic illness, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved...

Loved Ones With Cancer covers the basics of cancer, what people with cancer might experience, loving someone with cancer, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often...

Loved Ones With Autism covers the basics of autism, what people with autism might experience, loving someone with autism, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often...

Loved Ones With a Physical Disability covers the basics of a physical disability, what people with a physical disability might experience, loving someone with a physical disability, and showing love for others and yourself. Loved Ones With explores what...

Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to communicate with others. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that...

Students learn more about how their attitude can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled...

Hoping to raise money for a post-graduation trip to London, Asha Jamison and her best friend Carey decide to sell T-shirts promoting the Latte Rebellion, a club that raises awareness of mixed-race students. But seemingly overnight, their...

On the eastern plains of Taiwan, a young girl and her mother pick wild greens before a rainstorm drenches them and their garden. When she goes to pull at the roots of a spiky, stalky weed, she learns that the plant is not what it seems. A lyrical story...

The morning before Diez y Seis de Septiembre, Gloria’s Papa wakes up with laryngitis. A disaster! The festivities cannot start without a loud grito to kick the party off—and a Hernandez has always yelled the...

Told in narrative nonfiction, this series teaches young readers how to build their social skills and self-awareness. These books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them...

It’s Lyra’s birthday! The friends gather at the park to celebrate and participate in fun contests for the grand trophy. Conflict strikes when Lyra and her cousin struggle to work together. How will they resolve conflict? Will the birthday...

The students are heading to the museum! There they'll work together to complete the museum checklist as they encounter enormous sharks, ancient velociraptors, and beautiful shells! Readers will learn about compromising, being a good teammate, and being...

Today is laboratory day! The students are excited to build a baking soda and vinegar-powered rocket. However, the friends are having trouble making good choices and Sero causes an accident in the lab. Ms. Silver uses this opportunity to teach readers...

Today the class heads to the theater for some acting! However, Tinn is acting sad since he recently lost his pet bird. Together the class learns how to practice empathy and understand others as they take to the stage. Alongside these colorful characters,...

Staying organized can be tough, but it can help you achieve your goals! After a messy start to the morning, the class learns about organization and strategies to help manage time. Alongside of colorful characters, readers will be introduced to time...

It’s the day of the big geography test and everybody is nervous! To help them prepare for the challenge, Ms. Silver introduces the students to strategies that will allow them to calm down and do their best work. Readers will learn about, deep...

Today is the big science fair, but – Oh no, Tinn and Zax crashed into each other, destroying their science projects! Both students are upset and angry, but with the help of Ms. Silver they learn how to manage their strong emotions and repair their...

Today is a bad day! There’s a storm brewing outside and the students are feeling irritable - to make matters worse, no one can focus on the math lesson. To help get the students back on track Ms. Silver introduces them to mindfulness, as they...