3-5 New SEL Books for 2021-2022 by Amanda Roesing

The Girl who Never Made Mistakes

aroesing — 2021-08-22 19:50:55 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/IXI0iPBrO-w

Beatrice Bottomwell is known as the girl who never makes mistakes. Until one day, she makes a big mistake in front of everyone! Beatrice learns that it’s okay and often fun to make mistakes!

(6:28)

Why do you think Beatrice slept so well after making mistakes?

How do mistakes help us grow?

My Strong Mind

aroesing — 2021-08-22 20:14:05 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/oZSGgsDirLo

Kate uses various strategies to develop her mental strength such as positive self talk and goal setting. She applies these strategies to relatable scenarios. (6:39)

What are some ways you can develop your own personal mental strength?

Why is mental strength important?

My Magic Breath

aroesing — 2021-08-22 20:20:17 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/Mij-xcdZcQI

This book shows readers how mindful breathing can make them feel better.

(4:09)

Mindful breathing can be done as a morning meeting activity or a brain break.

Have you ever tried mindful breathing? Can you share your breathing technique with the class?

Chocolate Milk, Por Favor!

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:21:58 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/RM-1ED7ZU24

Gabe speaks a different language and is starting a new school. Johnny notices all of Gabe’s differences and chooses not to be kind. Written from the perspective of Johnny, this book shows that kindness is the universal language.

(4:46)

Discussion questions are listed at the beginning of the book. A Reader’s Guide https://mariadismondy.com/wp-content/uploads/readers-guide-chocolate-milk-small.pdf is also available from the author.

If Gabe was not saying anything, why did so many children play and sit with him?

Emmanuel's Dream

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:23:03 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZOH6_lcpTG0

This is Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah’s true story about being born with a deformed leg. He does not let this stop his dreams. After his mother becomes sick, he moves to the big city to help his family. He wanted to show the world that “being disabled does not mean being unable.” This is a story about challenging oneself to overcome obstacles and the courage to believe that you can.

(7:00)

Why was this dream so important to him?

Is one person enough to change the world? Why or Why not?

Hey Warrior

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:23:56 UTC

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Anxiety can happen to anyone. This book teaches the reader about the amygdala, anxiety, and how to deal with it. It shows your amygdala as an inner warrior. Readers are invited to take back control!

(7:06)

Is it bad to be a doer, not a thinker? Why or why not?

Have you had the feelings described in the book? What was going on at the time?

I Am Every Good Thing

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:24:56 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/nn2YGzxzF-0

The narrator of this book confidently lists all the great things he is and can do. Readers will learn about the importance of recognizing your own self-worth.

(6:30)

Is it bad to be a doer, not a thinker? Why or why not?
Have you had the feelings described in the book? What was going on at the time?
Students can write their own versions of “I am Every Good Thing,” listing all the great things they can do and acknowledging their own self-worth.

Magic Ramen

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:26:16 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/oYz2JDAtesQ

This story takes place just after WWII. Momofuku Ando wanted to find a way to feed hungry people. His goal was to create a fast, convenient way to make ramen. He tried and failed many times. He continued to persevere until a bit of inspiration led him to create Cup of Noodles.

(6:59)

Why was it important to him that his ramen was “fast and convenient?”

When Momofuku Ando experiments but can't get his recipe right, he doesn't give up. Why do you think he never gave up?

Marvelous Cornelius

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:27:15 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/mdO9Ix8Bksc

This is a true story about a garbage man who made a difference after Hurricane Katrina. (10:36)

Is he fooling around on the job? Why or why not?

What does it mean that “his spirit and will were waterproof?”

Why did he continue to have fun while cleaning up the mess after the hurricane?

Marvelous Mattie

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:28:44 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/e6czYYsCoog

Marvelous Mattie is a story of perseverance and courage. As a child, Mattie could make anything using her sketchbook and her father’s toolbox. As an adult, Mattie created a machine that made paper bags. A man challenged her in court claiming the invention was his. Mattie proved the man wrong and led a successful life. (13:29)

How did Mattie's choices help her or hinder her in overcoming challenges?

Describe some of the challenges Mattie faced as an inventor.

How would you describe Mattie as a person? Provide an example from the text.

Milo Imagines the World

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:29:57 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/5Y9AifCf4eg

Milo is on the subway with his sister. He looks around and sees the different people around him. With his paper and pencils, he imagines what their lives are really like. But when one of them gets off at his stop and they go to the same place, Milo realizes that you can’t really know people by just their appearance.

(5:35)

Looking at the cover, what do you think the book is about? Why?

How did your thoughts change throughout the book?

Why did Milo not like that one drawing?

My Day is Ruined!

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:32:01 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/3S2t-GavdG4?si=y5gLHL8xXucW_tBR

Braden struggles with handling disappointment. When things don’t go his way, he tends to overreact. Braden learns how to use flexible thinking to cope with his disappointment and control his feelings.

(10:07)

How do you handle disappointment?

What is flexible thinking? How is it helpful?

Papa's Mechanical Fish

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:37:35 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/QV2mKBPd_ug

This book is based on inventor Lodner Phillips who in 1851 invented a submarine with an air purifying system and a steam boiler. However, it was not easy to do. With the help of his family, this inventor shows us what a little imagination, problem solving, and perseverance can do.

(8:51)

What is perseverance? How did the inventor show it?

Why did he keep stopping when it did not work and go out with his family? How did that help him?

What do inventors do?

What do you think he will invent next?

The Heath and the Bottle

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:39:31 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/TPw_JTmnXqU

A girl happily enjoys her childhood until she experiences a loss that causes her to put her heart in a bottle to protect it. Everything changed when her heart was in a bottle, she forgot about the stars and was no longer filled with the same curiosities. One day, she decided to take her heart out of the bottle, but she didn’t know how. She realized a girl who is younger and still curious would know a way.

(3:04)

Should we try to protect our hearts? Why or why not?

Why could the younger girl get the heart out of the bottle?

The Juice Box Bully

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:41:50 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/F7qWxJgbvog

Pete is the new student in school. He starts by making some bad choices. But the class will not stand by and do nothing. They have made a class promise. Will Pete make the promise too?

(5:25)

Discussion prompts and activities
https://mariadismondy.com/wp-content/uploads/Juice-Box-Readers-Guide.pdf

Why did Pete act that way in the beginning?

How did Pete’s behavior change throughout the book? Why?

Is it alright that Ruby wants to forget about the promise after Pete squirts her with juice? Why or why not?

The Oldest Student

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:43:19 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/9IQ0oHXAlQo

This is a true story about Mary Walker, she was born into slavery and freed at the age of 15. She faced many challenges helping her family make ends meet. She didn’t know how to read and did not have the time to learn. At 114 years old, she outlived her husband and three sons. With perseverance, Mary learned to read at the age of 116!

(8:16)

Is anyone ever too old to learn?

What do you notice about the pictures in the book before Mary could read and after?

Why did she find the time so late in life to learn to read? Why was it so important?

What do you do with a Chance?

aroesing — 2021-08-23 23:44:37 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/qLL1AnZJuMI

One day, the character was given a chance. It seemed to just show up. But he did not take the chance, so it disappeared. Another one comes along but he messes it up. Now he ignores the chances. Finally they stop coming around. Will the chance come back? What will he do with it then?

(4:25)

What connection does courage have with taking a chance?

Have you taken a chance? How did it work out? Would you do it again? Why or why not?

Say Something

aroesing — 2021-12-14 19:36:12 UTC

https://www.youtube.com/embed/U_-rP-oaRpY

This book explores the importance of finding your voice. (4:49)

Why is it important to say something?

Should you ignore something because you do not want to say something? Why or why not?

What do you have to say?

The link has a short project that is explained at the end of the reading. The second link is the author reading the book.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/d4waMR24zsI (6:42)