Emmett's Favorite Animal: A Social-Emotional Series - Paperback

by Michael Phillips (Illustrator), Amanda Phillips (Author)

When Emmett goes to the zoo, he is so excited to see the animals that he accidentally drops his new toy into the exhibit! He learns about how to keep animals and himself safe and practices self-regulation skills and self-awareness. In this book, children learn about the emotion of "remorse" as well as empathy toward animals. As always in read alouds, children build vocabulary, reading comprehension, connections, and a love for learning with books they enjoy!

Illustrations include realistic images with cartoon characters to keep children engaged and interested. Notice the changes in the main character, Emmett's, face throughout the story as he goes through various emotions. Discuss these with your child to give language to emotions, feelings, and thoughts.

This book demonstrates positive reinforcements and how when children make mistakes, it can be overcome. Children can understand that they will be loved and supported even if they make a mistake, and we can have open conversations with children about emotions and self-regulation. These discussions can give language to help children understand their own feelings, emotions, and promote good mental health habits.