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Sensory Spark Collection
Stories that honor and celebrate children’s unique sensory experiences—using calm, colorful storytelling to help kids feel seen, soothed, and empowered.
Each story encourages emotional exploration and connection in a sensory-friendly way.
Perfect for: Neurodivergent kids, sensory-sensitive learners, therapists, and families.
Titles Include:
- The Brave Bite — A gentle adventure in trying new things.
- Ryley and The Motion Map — Finding calm in a world that moves fast.
- The Tickle Monsters — Turning overwhelming sensations into giggles and grace.
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Introducing The Calm Crew Adventures Series
Welcome to a new chapter of emotional empowerment through storytelling! The Calm Crew Adventures is a groundbreaking collection designed to help children navigate big feelings and build inner strength using evidence-based skills from DBT-C (Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children).
Developed to support emotional regulation, mindfulness, and resilience, these stories gently weave therapeutic techniques into engaging narratives that meet kids where they are—helping them become calm, curious, and courageous in everyday life.
In this heartwarming adventure, young readers join The Calm Crew as they explore a magical garden where time slows down, and presence becomes a superpower. Through vibrant illustrations and sensory-rich storytelling, children learn practical mindfulness skills that anchor them in the moment, fostering calm and clarity. The Garden of Now introduces core DBT-C strategies like:
“Stop and Notice” – slowing down to tune into thoughts and feelings
“Color Breathing” – a visual grounding technique
“Curious Questions” – helping children reframe emotions with gentle exploration
Whether you’re a parent, educator, or counselor, this collection opens the door to meaningful conversations and emotional growth—one adventure at a time.
In The River of Renewal, a character named Elara journeys through the emotional landscape of regret, guided by the metaphor of a flowing river that never stops moving forward. As she confronts painful memories and missed opportunities, she practices Mindfulness of Past Experiences, Radical Acceptance, and Wise Mind Reflection skills that help her observe without judgment, accept what cannot be changed, and recognize the quiet growth that emerged from her struggles.
The story gently teaches that healing doesn’t come from rewriting the past, but from embracing it with honesty and compassion, allowing the current of life to carry us toward renewal and peace.
In Riding the Big Wave, a child faces overwhelming emotions like fear, frustration, or sadness that rise and crash like ocean waves. Guided by a trusted adult, they learn to “ride” these emotional waves using DBT-C skills such as:
- Mindfulness of Current Emotions
- Distress Tolerance
- Radical Acceptance
Instead of fighting the feelings or trying to escape them, the child practices noticing body sensations, naming emotions, and staying present without judgment. Through imagery of surfing, the story teaches that emotions are temporary and manageable, empowering the child to trust their inner strength and stay afloat until the wave passes.