Books

Resources for families and educators building emotional awareness through story.

Books that help children and adults understand feelings, build empathy, and create space for meaningful connection.

Stories that support emotional growth

Each book is designed to spark conversation, normalize big feelings, and give families and educators practical tools for creating emotionally safe spaces. Written in accessible, non-clinical language with real-world examples.

Available Books

Raising Humans in an AI World

How to Build Calm, Curious, Capable Kids When Intelligence Is Cheap

Raising Humans in an AI World

How to Build Calm, Curious, Capable Kids When Intelligence Is Cheap

Read the full manuscript online (chapters + conclusion) and browse research notes/source trails.

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For parents, educators, and caregivers

Our books bridge research and practice, translating social-emotional development science into clear, actionable guidance. Each resource includes practical strategies, conversation prompts, and real examples from families and classrooms.

What to expect

Research-informed

Grounded in developmental psychology, attachment theory, and social-emotional learning research.

Practical and accessible

Written in plain language with real-world examples and actionable strategies.

Relationship-centered

Focused on connection, co-regulation, and building trust over time.

Non-prescriptive

Guidance that honors each family's context, values, and needs.

Topics we explore

Emotional development

How children learn to notice, name, and navigate feelings from infancy through adolescence.

Co-regulation and self-regulation

Why calm adult presence builds children's capacity to manage big emotions over time.

Creating safe spaces

Practical strategies for environments where children feel safe to share and be seen.

Communication and repair

How to listen without fixing, reflect without judging, and reconnect after conflict.

Empathy and perspective-taking

Building children's capacity to recognize and respond to others' emotions.

Play-based learning

Using games, stories, and creative tools to support emotional growth through play.

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