Empowering Young Minds Through Reading
to Face Challenges with Courage
The Book:
Dog, What Can I Do?
"Dog, What Can I Do?" is a story that takes readers on a journey of friendship, kindness, learning, and strength. Written by a mental health therapist, this book applies clinical interventions through the perspective of animals.
The story follows Dog and his friends as they share unique ways to handle big feelings, fostering self-regulation and social courage. Engaging animal characters bring these core concepts to life, offering strategies that benefit both children and adults in building resilience and processing distress.
We hope Dog, What Can I Do? serves as a valuable companion in the journey of growth and discovery, using storytelling to empower young minds to face challenges with confidence.
Unlock the learning:
Purchase the book here!
Dive into a world of friendship and courage with Dog and his friends. Perfect for sparking joy, building confidence, and inspiring young minds. Available now in physical and virtual formats on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and more!
Our Mission:
Read for Courage
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At Read for Courage, we're dedicated to fostering personal and community wellness by increasing access to mental health resources. Our mission is to bridge the gap of access to mental health resources through the power of books and storytelling.
Written from the perspective of a mental health therapist, our first book translates evidence-based techniques into engaging narratives that help both children and adults navigate difficult emotions with confidence. Our flagship book, "Dog, What Can I Do?", is specifically designed to build self-regulation skills, resilience, and social courage. While created for children, the skills presented are equally applicable to adults, making it a versatile tool for readers of all ages.
About The Author
Dog, What Can I Do?
Sarah Rosencrans Robinson is a mental health therapist, yoga instructor, and, most importantly, a mom. Her work is dedicated to promoting well-being, and through writing she aims to help children navigate their inner worlds with greater confidence, and strengthen their resiliency in managing life's challenges. Children, with their boundless curiosity and profound ability to learn and grow, are truly some of our greatest teachers. Sarah's hope is that the adults holding this book will also learn from and engage in these teachings with the curiosity of a child.