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Bring Social-Emotional Learning to Life.

CASEL aligned picture books for K-6 classrooms, counseling sessions, and library collections.

Book Series Overview

The Little Guiding Light Books SEL Series helps children in grades K-6 develop critical social-emotional skills through engaging stories. Each book aligns with CASEL competencies and is designed for use in classrooms, counseling offices, and family reading.

Book Details

If You're Scared, Then Do It Scared!

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A warm SEL picture book about courage for kids in K-6. When DD faces something scary, she learns that being brave doesn’t mean not being afraid, it means doing it anyway. Perfect for classroom read-alouds, counselor lessons, and bedtime talks about big feelings.

 

(BISAC: JUV039050/039140/039090, ISBN HC: 978-1-972395-00-4 | PB: 978-1-972395-03-5)

The Girl Who Saved One

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A SEL picture book about compassion for K-6. When the world feels too big, one girl learns you don’t have to save everyone, just start with one. Perfect for classrooms, counselor lessons, and family talks about kindness and empathy.

 

(BISAC: JUV039300/039050/039140, ISBN HC: 978-1-972395-01-1 | PB: 978-1-972395-02-8)

But It's Just An Apple

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A SEL picture book about critical thinking for K-6. When everyone else agrees, one kid learns that going along with the crowd isn't the same as doing what's right. Perfect for classrooms, counselor lessons, and family talks about speaking up.
 

(BISAC: JUV039100/039220/039140, ISBN HC: 978-1-972395-08-0 | PB: 978-1-972395-09-7)

The Thoughts That You Think

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A SEL picture book about positive self-talk for K-6. The voice in your head isn't always telling the truth, and kids learn they can choose kinder words for themselves. Perfect for classrooms, counselor lessons, and family talks about confidence.
 

(BISAC: JUV039140/039050/015030, ISBN HC: 978-1-972395-10-3 | PB: 978-1-972395-11-0)

Endorsement

“I do dialectical behavioral therapy work, and Danny’s books are incredible! The way they frame problem-solving, reflection, and positive self-talk are invaluable for young minds finding their way (not to mention older ones too!)” 

Dan Polhamer, Behavioral Therapy

Order Options

Explore various ways to order our delightful books. Choose the method that suits you best and enjoy our enchanting collection tailored for young readers.

Through Ingram

Search by ISBN or series name in your Ingram catalog. Available at standard 40% wholesale discount. Series: Little Guiding Light Books SEL Series.

Direct Purchase

Direct (Best Price) - Visit our store at littleguidinglightbooks.com. Hardcover $19.99. Save 10% on 2 or more books with code BUY2SAVE10

On Amazon

On Amazon - Search Author Danny Baideme or Little Guiding Light Book Series  Hardcover $21.99 | Paperback $12.99. Spanish editions available for all titles.

CASEL Alignment

If You're Scared, Then Do it Scared!:

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  • Self-Awareness,

  • Self-Management,

  • Responsible Decision-Making. 

The Girl Who Saved One:​

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  • Social Awareness,

  • Relationship Skills,

  • Self-Awareness.

But It's Just An Apple:

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  • Responsible Decision-Making,

  • Self-Awareness,

  • Social Awareness.

The Thoughts That You Think:

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  • Self-Awareness,

  • Self-Management,

  • Responsible Decision-Making.

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 Interested in reviewing our books for your school or district? Contact us at info@littleguidinglightbooks.com andwe will send a complimentary copy for reviw.

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