Of Monsters and Mindfulness

Lauren Stockly’s Be Mindful of Monsters uses the metaphor of monsters to teach children how to acknowledge and embrace their emotions through mindfulness and self-compassion. By following the character Ezzy, young readers learn that feelings like fear and anxiety are manageable when approached with kindness rather than avoidance. Ultimately, the book serves as a valuable tool for parents and educators to help children build emotional intelligence and resilience.