Henry Is Kind: A Story of Mindfulness

Written by trailblazing elementary-school mindfulness educator Linda Ryden (www.TeachPeaceofMind.com), the HENRY & FRIENDS story- book series is a kid-tested resource for social and emotional learning.

 

Most of Ms. Snowden’s students love doing their Kindness Project, but poor Henry is close to tears when he can’t think of any kind things he’s done. Fortunately his class- mates come to the rescue, reminding him of the many small kindnesses he’s shown. Young readers will be inspired to use the simple mindfulness practices taught in this book to develop their own capacities for kindness.

Written by Linda Ryden
Illustrated by Shearry Malone

$9.95 paperback

9780884486626

9 x 10

32 pages
PICTURE BOOK/FICTION/STEAM

Ages 5 – 10

F&P level M; Lexile 550

Also available: $16.95 hardcover • 978-0-88448-661-9

LINDA RYDEN (Washington, DC) teaches mindfulness, kindness, and conflict resolution to more than 600 elementary school students, and has developed her Peace of Mind curriculum to integrate these practices into education nationwide. Her work has been recognized in the Washington Post and the Huffington Post, and her program has been featured on local CBS, ABC and Fox5 news stations. Visit www.TeachPeaceofMind.com for more.

 

SHEARRY MALONE (Nashville, TN) is the illustrator of the Absolutely Alfie books (Viking) a spin-off from the EllRay Jakes series. Shearry’s loose, quirky illustrations make Tyaja, Henry, Sergio, and their pals as universally appealing as the kids in Charlie Brown’s world.  Shearry illustrated Henry is Kind, Sergio Sees the Good, and Tyaja Uses the THiNK Test.

“A heartfelt, useful book.” - Kirkus Reviews

“A wonderful way to introduce mindfulness.” - Youth Services Book Review

 

“These delightful, captivating books are full of powerful practical methods for kids - and their parents.” - Rick Hanson, Ph.D., author of Resilient, Hardwiring Happiness, and Buddha’s Brain

 

“Henry Is Kind is bright, fun, and engaging, which is wonderful because it means kids will love it. And it provides an easy way for teachers and parents to help children understand and enjoy being kind, which means adults will love it too.” - Sharon Salzberg, author of Real Happiness and Real Love

 

“Linda Ryden is an amazing author, teacher and overall person. Her approach to mindfulness makes it achievable for all, and I consider her an expert in the field of social emotional learning and mindfulness. Her books serve as a wonderful resource for parents, teachers, and students.” - Wanda H. Legrand, Ed.D Deputy Chancellor District of Columbia Public Schools