Too often kids' feelings get ignored. This series helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. It also helps them distinguish between feelings and actions. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way.

How can kids diffuse their anger? Your kids get to decide what Matt should do when his little brother ruins his favorite baseball card. "I'm so angry inside I can't think!" he tells his mother.

Who's responsible for happiness? Is it your obligation as a parent to make your children happy? No, says veteran parent educator Crary in this thoughtful new book. And worse yet, if you put too much effort into preventing or reducing your child's dissatisfaction with homework, chores or other parts of our daily routine, your children do not develop the skills they need to handle frustration and disappointment. This practical, easy-to-read guide walks parents through the concept of emotional competency, which begins by teaching children to identify and acknowledge their feelings. Then it...

What can kids do when they're angry? Anxious? Frustrated? How about the mad dance? Or kneading bread? Or telling jokes? This 36-card full-color deck describes dozens of soothing strategies for both kids and adults. Written in both English and Spanish. A favorite of parents, grandparents, classroom teachers and special-needs professionals.