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Turn Storytime Into SEL Tonight With Mythic Picture Books for Ages 3–8
September 15, 2026

Turn Storytime Into SEL Tonight With Mythic Picture Books for Ages 3–8

Caregivers of 3–8-year-olds: turn mythic picture books into hands-on SEL practice with a quick selection checklist, ready read aloud prompts, two...

Educator Tested Card Deck Displays for Parents & Educators (Ages 3–8)
September 14, 2026

Educator Tested Card Deck Displays for Parents & Educators (Ages 3–8)

Create low, art rich card displays kids ages 3 to 8 can reach. Educator tested tips on placement, one deck storage, rotation, and quick DIYs.

8 Classroom Ready Worldbuilding Activities for Kids Using Only Paper
September 13, 2026

8 Classroom Ready Worldbuilding Activities for Kids Using Only Paper

8 classroom ready worldbuilding activities using only paper and loose parts. Each links to SEL and spatial skills; printable templates included.

60 Second to 5 Minute Emotion Check In Scripts for Teachers
September 12, 2026

60 Second to 5 Minute Emotion Check In Scripts for Teachers

Practical emotion check in ideas for teachers and caregivers: ready to run 60 second to 5 minute scripts, low tech tools, and Icon Literary printables.

15 Beautiful Picture Books Backed by Caldecott and NYT Picks
September 11, 2026

15 Beautiful Picture Books Backed by Caldecott and NYT Picks

Discover 15 beautiful picture books, Caldecott and NYT picks, plus buying, care, and gifting advice for parents, educators, and collectors.

SEL Ready Strong Female Lead Picture Books for Parents and Educators
September 10, 2026

SEL Ready Strong Female Lead Picture Books for Parents and Educators

Picture books with strong female leads plus ready read aloud prompts and SEL activities for ages 3–8. Practical picks parents and educators can use.

Classroom and Therapy Social Emotional Games Mapped to Six SEL Skills
September 9, 2026

Classroom and Therapy Social Emotional Games Mapped to Six SEL Skills

Ready-to-run social emotional games for classrooms and therapy, mapped to six SEL skills. Includes 5–30 minute options, neurodiverse adaptations, and...

Research Backed Social Stories for Kids: What to Buy and How to Teach
September 8, 2026

Research Backed Social Stories for Kids: What to Buy and How to Teach

Find research backed social stories for kids, ages 3 to 8: buying tips, the three read teaching routine, and durable kits designed for repeat use.

Icon Literary Picks: Poetry Picture Books for Parents+Teachers
September 7, 2026

Icon Literary Picks: Poetry Picture Books for Parents+Teachers

Icon Literary curates poetry picture books for parents and teachers. Use a 30 second rhythm test and practical read-aloud moves to choose titles that last.