Books for Emotional Skill Development

Practical, neuroscience-informed guidebooks for young people, caregivers, and professionals.

WiseMind guidebooks blend story and strategy to help children and adolescents understand emotions, build resilience, and navigate big feelings using tools grounded in mind-body science and practical application — the same foundation in our WiseMind Emotion Coaching trainings.

Whether you’re a parent looking for ways to support your child, an educator seeking classroom-friendly resources, or a youth-serving professional, these books are tools you can use right away.

 

Peanut & the BIG Feelings: A Guidebook for Children

Available in English, Spanish & German

Ages 3–12 · Available in English, Spanish & German

An engaging, interactive story that meets kids where they are and uses approachable language to introduce resources rooted in neurobiology and nervous-system awareness. Adults will find clear strategies and implementation guidance to support young readers.

Why it matters

  • Supports early emotional literacy

  • Includes practical exercises adults can use alongside the story

  • Reviewed as empowering, easy to use, and effective for both families and professionals

Available from major retailers like Amazon

And on audiobook through major platforms (including Spotify)

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Meet the author
 
jamie's gift

Jamie’s Gift: A Young Teen’s Guide to Fears, Worries, and Other Life Challenges (Like Being Irritated By Other People)

Co-authored by 13 year old Brinsley Hammond-Brouwer

A thoughtful story that invites tweens and teens into self-discovery through authentic narrative and practical emotional tools. This book meets adolescents where they are with warmth and real-world relevance.

Why it matters

  • Written collaboratively with a teen

  • Translates complex emotional concepts into relatable experiences

  • Useful for anyone supporting adolescents

Available from major retailers like Amazon

Co-authors Jenifer Trivelli & Brinsley Hammond-Brouwer on KGW’s Portland Today

Use These to Support Training

These books are more than stories — they are tools you can integrate with our trainings and practices. Many of our training participants use Peanut & the BIG Feelings and Jamie’s Gift as classroom supports, library resources, and conversation starters with families.

If you’re interested in bulk purchases for a school, youth program, or professional group, contact us for bulk order options and pricing.