Insecurity is a Seed (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781088058008)

A simple and effective picture book about insecurity, confidence, self-esteem, growth mindset, identity and belonging. Teach toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners and even young adults how to transform insecurity, embarrassment and inadequacy into confidence, self-esteem, assertiveness and growth mindset.

Insecurity is a Seed is the best children's book to help kids and adults transform insecurity into confidence and self-esteem. Perfect for preschool, elementary school, middle school or even high school students who struggle with identity and belonging, social isolation, exclusion, bullying, teasing, insecurity, embarrassment, perfectionism, performance anxiety or inadequacy.

5-Star Editorial Review:

"Insecurity is a Seed (Emotion Series) by Lauren Martin is a powerful picture book. Children will most likely experience feelings of insecurity at some point in their young lives, whether it is about their appearance or something they feel they're not great at. Whatever it is, this book will help them overcome those doubts and provide them with a positive outlook for both themselves and the world around them. The effect this book could have on young readers will be most beneficial. If your child could do with absorbing the essence and importance of this book, then pick up a copy and let the healing begin. Lauren Martin has once again impressed me with her talents in writing Insecurity is a Seed (Emotion Series). She knows exactly how to address common issues among children and resolve them with empowerment. I feel parents and teachers alike have a lot to gain from books like this as they teach crucial lessons to children at the perfect age. The front cover will intrigue young readers and have them wanting to dive into the book immediately. The writing is simple, allowing children to follow along easily whilst also increasing the chances of them remembering what they have read. The illustrations by the author are attractive and pull the reader in from the moment they see them. I hope to read even more of Lauren's work soon, as I am excited to see what else she has up her sleeve. You've once again done an incredible job, Lauren, as so many children are going to learn from your carefully written words. Keep up the great work." Reviewed by Amy Louise Hill for Readers' Favorite

The straightforward emotion and feelings book is applicable to all insecurity triggers, while the illustrations also make this a perfect book for kids struggling with identity and belonging, perfectionism, or feeling unique, different or not good enough. Perfect for boys, girls, early readers, primary school students, toddlers or any child or adult age 2 - 12+.

Social Emotional Learning standards are now mandatory in many school districts. Teach children to manage negative emotions in positive, productive ways with this fun, simple emotional intelligence and self-regulation book. An included reading response activity helps any teacher, parent, social worker, school counselor or therapist lead a no prep discussion or lesson about identity, belonging, insecurity, confidence, growth mindset and self esteem.

If you like Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon, Giraffes Can't Dance or Todd Parr's It's Okay to be Different or The Okay Book, you will love this picture book that teaches young kids confidence, self-esteem, growth mindset, optimism, it's okay to be unique, and a sense of perspective that "it gets better". With the emotional regulation concepts of Ninja Life Hacks, Slumberkins or A Little Spot of Emotion book sets, Insecurity is a Seed is the best confidence and self-esteem book to teach children - from toddlers and preschoolers to teens and young adults - to overcome insecurity despite bullying, teasing or feeling different or not good enough. Text and illustrations copyright (c) 2022 by Lauren Martin.