Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Right now ~ a series of three books for children

Right Now, I Am Fine ~ by Daniela Owen, illustrated by Gülce Baycik, 2020, children's picture book, 10/10
This book is a mindfully written self-help guide to aid children in dealing with stress and anxiety, by uncovering their emotions and following a simple calming routine. Dr. Daniela Owen, PhD, is a clinical child psychologist in the San Francisco Bay Area.  She works primarily with children, adolescents, and their families and specializes in using evidence-based treatments to help with managing anxiety, worry, anger, and low mood.  Through her children’s books, she brings to life concepts and strategies that can be helpful for children everywhere.
Right Now, I Am Brave ~ by Daniela Owen, illustrated by Gülce Baycik, 2020, children's picture book, 10/10
The second book of the Right Now series provides an excellent tool for parents to help their children learn what it means to be brave by explaining the choice we all have when we face situations that may make us anxious or fearful.  This book is perfect for the uncertain times we face today and can be very effective in teaching children how to deal with their fears.
Right Now, I Am Kind ~ by Daniela Owen, illustrated by Gülce Baycik, 2020, children's picture book, 10/10
Sometimes children just want to think about themselves, but we live in a world with lots of other people.  It's important to be aware of and kind to all of these other people.  This third book of the Right Now series is a guide for children to help them understand why being aware is important and what actions they can do to show kindness.  The book helps children learn what it means to be kind and aware of other people.
I "read" this series of books being narrated on YouTube videos.  To hear the slow and soothing narrator of the first book, click here.

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