Help children name their feelings,
calm their bodies, and keep growing
Picture books, short videos, and simple tools for the counselors, teachers, and parents children turn to. Created by a special education researcher.
Ph.D. in Special Education, Columbia University
Who these resources are for
- School counselorsCalm, ready to use activities for individual sessions, small groups, and classroom lessons.
- TeachersShort read alouds and simple tools that fit into morning meetings, transitions, and quiet corners.
- Parents and caregiversGentle stories and routines for bedtime, big days, and the hard moments at home.
- Schools and programsResources a whole team can share. Write to talk about using them across your school.
Three ways to start the conversation
Everything here is made to be shared: read aloud, played on a big screen, or explored side by side.
Every child deserves words
for what they feel,
and adults who know
how to listen.
Thoughtful by design
Small details that make these resources easy to trust and easy to use.
- Ready for tomorrow’s lessonEvery picture book includes an adult guide with ages, discussion questions, and a short activity to try together.
- Nothing to sign up forThe tools open straight in the browser. No accounts and nothing saved, so they are safe to project in a classroom.
- Grounded in researchEach resource draws on special education and educational psychology, put into words children understand.
- Built for every learnerCaptions on every video, tools that work with a keyboard, and clear text that is easy to read aloud.
How it works
- Choose a resourceBrowse by topic or age, from naming emotions to bouncing back after a hard day.
- Share it togetherRead, watch, or play on a projector, a tablet, or a phone.
- Keep the conversation goingUse the questions in the adult guide to help children connect the story to their own lives.
A note before you begin
More about meYou are often the first person a child turns to when something feels too big. A teacher who notices. A counselor with an open door. A parent at bedtime.
My work in special education has shown me how much changes when a child finds the words for what they feel, and an adult is ready to listen. I made these books, videos, and tools to give you something warm and simple to start that conversation.
Use them in your classroom, your office, or your living room. And thank you for showing up.
Dr Freedom LearnPh.D. in Special Education, Columbia UniversityCommon questions
Something else on your mind? Write to drfreedomlearn@gmail.com.
Are the resources free to use?
Yes. Every picture book, video, and tool on this site is free to read, watch, and use online.
Can I use them in my classroom or counseling sessions?
Yes. You are welcome to read the books aloud, play the videos, and project the tools during lessons and sessions. Please do not download, copy, sell, or repost the materials. The Terms of Use explain the details.
Do the tools collect information about children?
No. The tools run entirely in your browser. There are no accounts, nothing is saved, and nothing is sent to us. To see how many people visit, the site uses privacy friendly visit counts that do not use cookies or identify anyone.
Is this a replacement for counseling or therapy?
No. These resources are for education. They are not a substitute for professional counseling, diagnosis, or treatment. If a child or adult is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. In an emergency, call 911.
What ages are the resources for?
Each picture book and tool lists a recommended age range in its adult guide, so you can choose what fits the children you work with.
Who creates these resources?
Dr Freedom Learn is created by an educator with a Ph.D. in Special Education from Columbia University. Every resource is built with accessibility in mind, including captions and keyboard support.
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