This self-regulation book, created by award-winning social-emotional learning program, Peekapak, teaches young children the concept of Self-Regulation. Leo the Hedgehog feels nervous about his first day of school. Papa Hedgehog teaches Leo a poem about the value of sharing one's feelings with others. This poem helps Leo feel better. Throughout the day, Leo learns different strategies to help him manage his feelings.
This book will help young children (pre-kindergarten / kindergarten) learn the importance of telling someone how they are feeling and discover new ways to manage their feelings. This story is fully illustrated, with emphasis placed on each character's emotion. Children will enjoy pointing to, and naming, the feelings shown vividly through each character's facial expression and body language.
This story on Self-Regulation is the first book in our series. Our other stories feature our recurring colorful and diverse cast of characters teaching concepts like Respect, Gratitude, Kindness, Perseverance, Empathy, Teamwork, Honesty, Optimism and Courage.