SOMETIMES I NEED...: Helping kids care for their hearts, minds & bodies (Growing Heart & Minds)

Helping children understand, identify, and express their needs is key to emotional self-regulation!

That's because needs and feelings go together. When a need isn't met, difficult feelings arise. On the other hand, when children's physical and emotional needs are consistently met, they thrive.

Needs and feelings aren't good or bad. They're parts of us we need to pay attention to.
Sometimes I Need… encourages children to do that by checking in with their hearts, minds, and bodies.

Sometimes I need movement—to jump, dance, or run. I'm squirmy and silly, and it all feels so fun.
Sometimes I need quiet. I'm done. It's too loud. I settle in stillness away from the crowd.

As children become more mindful of their physical and emotional needs, they'll get better at communicating them. This will also empower children to find ways to meet their own needs, especially as they get older.

Sometimes I Need ... is a lyrical, engaging, and vibrantly illustrated picture book. It’s a wonderful addition to your home or school social-emotional library!

(Available in Spanish as A Veces Necesito.... ).