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Parents and Teachers: Read Three Kindness Picture Books Four Times
September 3, 2026

Parents and Teachers: Read Three Kindness Picture Books Four Times

A publisher-backed, classroom-ready plan for parents and teachers: use three Icon Literary kindness picture books, repeat reads, and short activities to...

90 Second Feelings Wheel Activities for Teachers and Parents
September 2, 2026

90 Second Feelings Wheel Activities for Teachers and Parents

Ready to run feelings wheel activities for teachers and parents: quick 90 second check ins, DIY wheels, SEL routines, and Icon Literary kits.

Teachers: Age Tagged Growth Mindset Picture Books with Prompts
September 1, 2026

Teachers: Age Tagged Growth Mindset Picture Books with Prompts

A teacher-ready list of growth mindset picture books for ages 3 to 8, with age tags, one-line teaching notes, and ready read aloud prompts you can use in...

10 Diverse Fantasy Picture Books for SEL, Parents & Educators
August 31, 2026

10 Diverse Fantasy Picture Books for SEL, Parents & Educators

Find 10 diverse fantasy picture books curated for parents and educators, each paired with SEL read aloud prompts, discussion questions, and storytime...

Session Plans for Wordless Picture Books: Teachers & Therapists
August 30, 2026

Session Plans for Wordless Picture Books: Teachers & Therapists

Get ready-to-use session plans, prompts, and activities for teachers and therapists using wordless picture books. Includes single, three, and five-session...

20 Emotions Coloring Pages From Icon Literary for Classrooms and Homes
August 29, 2026

20 Emotions Coloring Pages From Icon Literary for Classrooms and Homes

Download Icon Literary's 20 page emotions coloring pack for ages 3–8. Each page includes a discussion prompt and low prep SEL activities; free sources are...

Emotion Regulation Activities That Actually Calm You Down
August 28, 2026

Emotion Regulation Activities That Actually Calm You Down

Discover effective emotion regulation activities designed to calm you down quickly. Learn how to respond to emotions instead of reacting.

SEL Activities for Kids: The Fastest Way to Build Skills That Stick
August 27, 2026

SEL Activities for Kids: The Fastest Way to Build Skills That Stick

Discover effective SEL activities for kids that build essential skills in minutes. Engage with fun routines that fit easily into your day.

How to Use an Emotion Wheel to Name What You Feel
August 26, 2026

How to Use an Emotion Wheel to Name What You Feel

Discover how to effectively use an emotion wheel to identify and name your feelings, leading to better emotional responses and actions.