Stone Counseling & Consulting Services LLC, wordmark logo
Login

Books, Workbooks, and Other Resources for Kids

I love integrating a variety of resources into my work. Clients, other providers, and parents often ask what I use. Below are items I personally use in my practice and at home, and I highly recommend them!

A Little SPOT of Emotion (Box Set: Books 1-8)

by Diane Alber

This box set of 8 books is great for kids to learn about different feelings, synonyms for those feelings words so they can learn to better communicate their feelings, as well as ways to cope with feelings. My own kids love these books and frequently get them out to read them on their own. These books are also a huge part of my school-based therapy practice. Includes:
  • A Little SPOT of Anger
  • A Little SPOT of Anxiety
  • A Little SPOT of Happiness
  • A Little SPOT of Sadness
  • A Little SPOT of Love
  • A Little SPOT of Confidence
  • A Little Peaceful SPOT
  • A Little Scribble SPOT 
Buy A Little SPOT of Emotion Box Set on Amazon

A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book

by Diane Alber

Kids often love to have something tangible to hold onto when learning about things. These plush feelings SPOTs are excellent! The hardcover book also includes a removable dust jacket that has a poster of feelings. I have the poster hanging up in my office and the plush SPOTs on display/available for use on acrylic shelves in my office.

The plush emotions include one each for: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Sadness, Happiness, Love, Confidence, and Scribble (Tangled).
Buy A Little SPOT of Feelings Plush Set with Book on Amazon

A Little SPOT Takes Action! (Box Set: Books 9-16)

by Diane Alber

This box set of 8 books helps kids learn how to take action on a variety of different character-building life skills. My kids love them and it's helped them understand how to make better choices.
Includes:
  • A Little SPOT of Kindness
  • A Little SPOT of Patience
  • A Little SPOT of Responsibility
  • A Little SPOT of Organization
  • A Little Respectful SPOT
  • A Little SPOT of Honesty
  • A Little Safety SPOT
  • Finding Your SPOT In The World 
Buy A Little SPOT Takes Action Box Set on Amazon

A Little SPOT of Life Skills Box Set (Books 17-24)

by Diane Alber

Another great set of books for kids authored and illustrated by Diane Alber! These books help kids learn important life skills.
Includes:
  • A Little SPOT of Courage
  • A Little SPOT of Perseverance
  • A Little SPOT of Teamwork
  • A Little SPOT of Talent
  • A Little Thankful SPOT
  • A Little SPOT of Giving
  • A Little SPOT of Optimism
  • A Little SPOT of Creativity 
Buy A Little SPOT of Life Skills Box Set on Amazon

A Little SPOT of Feelings (Box Set: Books 25-32)

by Diane Alber

This box set of 8 books is great expansion for kids to learn about different feelings and gain more understanding and awareness of how they experience these feelings. 
Includes:
  • A Little SPOT of Empathy
  • A Little SPOT of Frustration
  • A Little Calm SPOT
  • A Little SPOT of Worry
  • A Little SPOT of Belonging
  • A Little SPOT of Flexible Thinking
  • A Little SPOT of Boredom
  • A Little SPOT of Feelings: Emotion Detective 
Buy A Little SPOT of Feelings Box Set on Amazon

A Little SPOT of Feelings 9 Plush Toys with Activity Book

by Diane Alber

I have this expansion Plush Set and Activity Book also on display (on acrylic shelves) in my office. These are excellent quality and a great eye-catching display of feelings!

This set comes with an activity book filled with stickers and fun coloring pages. The set includes a plush for each feeling: Calm, Frustration, Empathy, Boredom, Flexible Thinking, Feeling Detective, Belonging, Worry, and a Bonus Learning SPOT! 
Buy A Little SPOT of Feelings 9 Plush Set with Activity Book on Amazon

I Was So Mad (Little Critter)

by Mercer Mayer

This is a lighthearted book to help kids learn about angry, grumpy emotions.
Buy I Was So Mad on Amazon

Mistakes That Worked: 40 Familiar Inventions & How They Came to Be

by Charlotte Foltz Jones

Mistakes are a part of life! This is a fun and educational way to help kids understand that mistakes happen, and sometimes they turn out to be "happy accidents."
Buy Mistakes That Worked: 40 Familiar Inventions & How They Came to Be on Amazon

Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll

by Mr. Jay

I originally bought this book because it has one of my son's names and has "rock" and "roll" in the title. :-) I was pleasantly met with a great children's book that nicely demonstrates friendship, support, problem-solving, and perseverance.
Buy Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll on Amazon

The Invisible String

by Patrice Karst

This book is wonderful to help explain any sort of separation or loss, and the power of love that prevails in any circumstance.
Buy The Invisible String on Amazon

The 3 Minute Gratitude Journal for Kids

by Modern Kid Press

This is a simple gratitude journal geared toward helping kids slow down, be more mindful, and recognize what they're grateful for each day. I've gifted these to my kids and they've been a nice addition!
Buy The 3 Minute Gratitude Journal for Kids on Amazon

Awesome Puzzles For Clever Kids

by Jennifer L. Trace

This is a book filled with a variety of puzzles that are great for kids. These puzzles are great for brain development, focus, and mindfulness. 
Buy Awesome Puzzles For Clever Kids on Amazon

Anger Slayer Board Game

by Toiing

This game is a fun and helpful way for kids to better understand anger as well as ways to cope with and reduce angry feelings. It's an interactive game that the whole family can benefit from playing.
Buy the Anger Slayer Board Game on Amazon

LED Light Fidget Spinner

by FIGROL

I bought one of these for each member of my family (each had a separate color). These fidget spinners spin smoothly, have neat blinking or constant-on light patterns, are easy to hold, and have held up really well.
Buy the LED Light Fidget Spinner on Amazon

Pop Fidget Toy 2-pack

by Fpxnb

Pop fidget toys can be really helpful in staying more present and grounded while giving the hands something to do. This fidget toy holds up well and is quiet!
Buy the Pop Fidget Toy 2-pack on Amazon

Binocular set with Birdwatching Book, Compass & Whistle

by ATHENA FUTURES

This set has been great to help my kids get outside in nature, slow down, and be more mindful and present. They've gotten more aware of and connected with nature, and nature has a calming effect on the nervous system.
Buy the Binocular set with Birdwatching Book, Compass & Whistle on Amazon

String Friendship Bracelet Kit with Storage Box

by YITOHOP

Making friendship bracelets (or doing embroidery) can be a great way for kids to slow down, be more mindful, and have a project to focus on with a great outcome (a bracelet they can wear or share)! This kit has everything you need to get started.
Buy the String Friendship Bracelet Kit with Storage Box on Amazon

Friendship Bracelets 101 Book

by Suzanne McNeill

This book is a great way to get familiar with making friendship bracelets and the various knots/ties that you can use when making your bracelets.
Buy the Friendship Bracelets 101 Book on Amazon

Bookmark with Digital Timer

by Mark-My-Time

When your kids are supposed to read for X amount of time, it can be really challenging. For them, seconds can feel like minutes; and for you, you'll get a lot of questions of "am I done yet?" This digital timer is super helpful as you/they can set the timer. The timer will sound when time's up. The kids can also see how much time is left without having to ask! There are other uses, too, such as working using The Pomodoro Technique.
Buy the Mark-My-Time Digital Bookmark on Amazon

Storage Clipboard

by Dexas

Kids, especially those who may be neurodivergent, have a tendency to misplace things, like paper and pencils. This storage clipboard has been super helpful in storing some paper and pencils, while having a study clipboard/writing surface. This helps kids get to work faster!
Buy the Storage Clipboard on Amazon

Smart Design Mesh Pop Up Basket

by Smart Design

Cleaning up, especially for young or neurodivergent kids, can often be an overwhelming or seemingly impossible task. This mesh pop-up basket has been helpful for wrangling things like stuffed animals and storing them away. It has multiple openings, so it can be used upright or on its side, and it's collapsible so it's great for travel!
Buy the Smart Design Mesh Pop Up Basket on Amazon

Weekly Hanging Closet Organizer (2-pack)

by Amylove

These are well made and have been great in helping my kids plan out their outfits/uniforms or needed supplies for the week. They come with the days of the week cards that you can slide into the slots, so you can customize when the day of the week starts on your organizer. There are also a few side pockets (on one side only, I do wish they were on both sides).
Buy the Weekly Hanging Closet Organizer 2-pack on Amazon

LED Display Digital Alarm Clock with Dual Alarms, Sleep Sounds, and Lights

by AFEXOA

Nights and mornings can be rough! This alarm clock is multi-functional. I bought one for each of my kids and they both love it and it's easy for them to use! There are two separate alarms you can set: one for weekdays and a separate one for weekends. There are multiple light settings (around the frame) that you can choose from, and my kids love customizing theirs. There are also 8 different sounds, sleep sounds and melodies, that you can set to sleep or wake to. You can control the volume and dim/brighten the lights. The USB-only power source can be a challenge if you weren't ready for it, but I do have power strips with USB plugs so it wasn't an issue for us. 
Buy the Alarm Clock on Amazon
*Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC is providing this information as an informational resource only. Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC and assumes no liability whatsoever for your purchase, use, misuse, nor the quality, manufacturing, etc. of these products, nor any damages, injuries, etc. related to any items shown or linked herein. Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC may benefit from your use of referral/affiliate links, but use of the referral/affiliate links codes are not required for you to purchase these items. By clicking on the links above and/or taking any other action, you are doing so voluntarily and assume any risks and liabilities therein.