{"product_id":"the-day-sams-brain-took-rebecca-pinks-9798251052879","title":"The Day Sam's Brain Took the Scenic Route: A Social Emotional Learning Story About Thinking Differently, Flexible Thinking, Problem Solving, and Execu","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome kids follow the path.\u003cbr\u003eSome kids discover new ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Day Sam's Brain Took the Scenic Route\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartwarming \u003cb\u003esocial emotional learning (SEL) story\u003c\/b\u003e that celebrates \u003cb\u003ethinking differently and building executive function skills for kids\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSam's brain doesn't move in straight lines like everyone else's. While his classmates solve problems step-by-step, Sam's ideas zigzag, bounce, and connect in surprising ways. At first, Sam worries that his brain works \"wrong.\" But when a classroom challenge reveals how his unique thinking helps solve problems in creative ways, Sam begins to understand something powerful: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifferent thinking can be a superpower.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engaging picture book gently teaches children important \u003cb\u003eexecutive function and SEL skills\u003c\/b\u003e, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Flexible thinking\u003cbr\u003e- Problem solving\u003cbr\u003e- Planning and strategy\u003cbr\u003e- Confidence in unique ideas\u003cbr\u003e- Appreciating different ways of thinking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cb\u003eparents, teachers, counselors, and neurodivergent learners\u003c\/b\u003e, this story helps children who think creatively, process information differently, or struggle with traditional step-by-step learning feel understood and empowered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Kids ages 5-9\u003cbr\u003e- Classroom SEL lessons\u003cbr\u003e- ADHD and executive function support\u003cbr\u003e- Gifted and creative thinkers\u003cbr\u003e- Growth mindset discussions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough a warm, relatable story, children discover that when we embrace different ways of thinking, we unlock creativity, resilience, and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause sometimes the scenic route leads to the best ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Rebecca Pinks,Michael R. Wehr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798251052879\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/06\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.28lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.08d","brand":"Rebecca Pinks","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659781550335,"sku":"9798251052879","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d4d52ada-780f-45e9-9bea-f8a053231996.jpg?v=1781203253","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-day-sams-brain-took-rebecca-pinks-9798251052879","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}