Soothing Sammy

About this book

What do you do when you feel sad, mad, or overwhelmed? Meet Sammy, the golden retriever who helps children discover that big feelings can be handled with calm, confidence, and communication.Perfect for children ages 2-8 years old, Soothing Sammy is a heartwarming social-emotional learning story that teaches children how to calm their bodies, identify their feelings, and communicate when they are upset.When children visit Sammy's house, they arrive with big emotions. Some are sad, some are mad, and some don't know what to do with their feelings. Sammy shows his new friends that calming down can be easier when they use simple sensory strategies and tools found around his dog house.With the help of everyday items like a crunchy snack, a favorite song, a glass of cold water, and other calming activities, Sammy teaches children how to slow down, feel better, and talk about what is bothering them.Through this engaging story filled with vibrant illustrations featuring children from diverse backgrounds, young readers will learn how to: Recognize and name their feelings Manage big emotions in a positive way Talk about why they are upset Use sensory strategies to help calm their bodies Solve problems instead of having a meltdown or tantrum Communicate their needs and feelings with others After reading the story, children can continue practicing Sammy's strategies by creating their very own Sammy House-a special calming space filled with items and tools from the book. When children experience big feelings, they can visit Sammy's house and practice the calming techniques they learned.Soothing Sammy makes emotional learning simple, meaningful, and easy for children to remember. Learning how to understand feelings and communicate in healthy ways builds important skills that support children through preschool, elementary school, and beyond.Perfect for home, classrooms, childcare centers, and therapy settings, Soothing Sammy supports children's emotional development through friendship, connection, and hands-on learning.Created by Jeana Kinne, M.A., an early childhood educator with over 20 years of experience working with young children and families, Soothing Sammy provides simple, effective strategies to help children develop emotional awareness, self-regulation, and positive communication skills.Soothing Sammy is the first book in the Sammy the Golden Dog series, a collection of heartwarming stories that help children learn important life skills through friendship, kindness, and adventure.