The holidays can feel rushed and overwhelming for families, but they also offer powerful opportunities to teach children kindness, empathy, and meaningful connection. In the midst of busy schedules, gatherings, and heightened emotions, social and emotional learning becomes more important than ever.
In this featured interview, our Dr. Jim Price, school counselor and children’s author, shares why social skills are one of the most important building blocks in early childhood development and how they shape success throughout life. He explains why these early years matter so deeply and how the lessons children learn now stay with them well into adulthood.
Our Dr. Jim also highlights how his award-winning book series, The Adventures of Harold from the Hood, helps children learn essential life skills such as empathy, friendship, self-advocacy, healthy coping, emotional regulation, and managing frustration in positive ways. Each story is designed to gently guide children through real-life situations they can relate to.
In addition, he offers simple, practical strategies that parents can use at home to help children practice kindness, self-regulation, and active listening. These tools are especially valuable during the excitement and challenges of the holiday season, when emotions often run high and meaningful connection matters most.
📺 Watch the Full Interview
📚 Explore the Harold from the Hood series here:
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🛝 A Trip to the Park: https://bit.ly/40Lvv6h
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🫱🏿🫲🏻 Friends Like Different Things: https://bit.ly/4ocAQxq
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🍟 Fun Time Lunch Time: https://bit.ly/4odUCJ1
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😤 When I Feel So Annoyed: https://bit.ly/4l6WSPt