Non-Fiction

In 1848, a year of international democratic revolt, a young, enslaved couple, Ellen and William Craft, achieved one of the boldest feats of self-emancipation in American history. Posing as master and slave, while sustained by their love as husband and wife, they made their escape together across more than 1,000 miles, riding out in the open on steamboats, carriages, and trains that took them from bondage in Georgia to the free states of the North.

Just like a good friend, being kind to yourself can help you feel better even when things are the hardest! Children can practice along with this story that teaches them how to be self-compassionate with proven skills to support resiliency and emotional wellbeing.

Middle grade kids learn about stress and anxiety, how it manifests physiologically and cognitively, and how to keep balance and cope with stress.

Anna is stressed and doesn't know how she will juggle her schoolwork and soccer in this illustrated story where readers will discover, alongside Anna, how to balance tasks and fight stress.

Mindfulness means paying attention to what's happening in your body, your head, and your environment. Learning the fun mindfulness skills in this book gives you the power to tackle stress and anxiety.

Mindfulness teaches us how to stay calm, soothe our emotions, and appreciate the world around us. Whether we're watching tiny colored fish darting in the water or exploring the leaves, branches, and roots of a towering tree, the thoughtful words and the lovely art of Breathe and Be remind us how much joy we can find by simply living with awareness and inner peace.

Meditation is an ancient practice that people of all ages can use today. This book introduces young readers to simple and powerful meditation practices. Readers will learn how to cope through learning visualization, focusing on a simple mantra, and gaining awareness of their thoughts and feelings. Age-appropriate text will give readers the tools they need to sit through simple meditations, while calming pictures and fun fact boxes connect them to their new coping skill.

Presents various yoga poses and breathing techniques designed to promote stress relief and a calm state of mind

Offers readers 12 tips for managing stress and anxiety, including practicing time management, staying active, and keeping a journal.

A sequence of 15 yoga poses and affirmations to help young readers process negative emotions, move through their feelings, and be at peace in their bodies.