Reviews & Accolades
Ms. Nikki talks about our program and its impact on foster children.
The specific idea of vocabulary for emotions is a key thing. You literally cannot share how you're feeling with other people if you don't have the words. Learning the language of emotions is a fundamental message that has to be shared.
Caleb A., after attending our Health & Wellness Fair Keynote Address in Weatherford, TX
Our children's book is "Story Monsters’ Approved" in the Making a Difference category! This book designation program recognizes and honors authors in the field of children’s literature whose books inspire, inform, teach, or entertain.
Story Monsters
Adults who choose this story to help the very young understand their feelings will find Making Friends With Feelings visually compelling and emotionally astute. The book is an exploration of emotions that engages all ages with a story of bunnies who face others and themselves with ‘courage, courage, courage.’
D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
The story weaves a wonderful tale of how difficult it can be to share emotions with others, but it can be achieved through courage, healthy communication, and connection. I am excited to purchase this book for my young clients and co-workers.
Danielle Fluhr, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15+ years providing therapy to children and families
This story demonstrates how to manage difficult feelings and how to offer help to someone who is struggling. We, as the readers, learn from them, as the bunnies help their friends. We learn how to listen with compassion, take care of others emotionally, and be considerate of someone else.
This book will leave readers feeling happy, happy, happy. We enjoyed the pictures a lot; the bunnies are sooooo cute!
Aaron, Age 8, Kids Book Buzz
Five Stars!
Author Keith Ruffner's kindness and good intentions were present throughout this story. The illustrations by Kate Gleyzer accurately portray the very real emotions felt by kids and adults. I highly recommend this book for children ages four to eight, especially those who have difficulty identifying their emotions.
Rita Long, San Francisco Book Review
This story is a wonderful resource for teaching children life lessons grounded in social and emotional learning. Making Friends With Feelings illustrates the importance of open communication and the value of collaboration as the bunnies all find a way to play together in spite of their different abilities.