Educators & caregivers
Bring Harmony Helpers stories into circle time—live, interactive read-alouds that pair with the emotional vocabulary, repetition, and gentle humor kids already love in the books. Virtual or in-person, each visit is built with teachers in mind: clear language for feelings, room for questions, and a calm pace that supports belonging.
Pick a time on Google Calendar — same link educators use for quick scheduling.
Open calendarStories do heavy lifting in SEL when kids hear them together, more than once, in the room where they learn.
A shared read-aloud gives the whole class the same emotional anchor. When Dino hesitates before saying hello, or Milo pauses to take a breath, children see modeled language for worry, courage, and repair—not as a lecture, but as part of a character they are getting to know across books.
That continuity matters: when a series grows with your group, kids notice patterns, anticipate kind choices, and feel proud when they name a feeling before you prompt them. Harmony Helpers books are written to invite those moments back into the week through printable curriculum and classroom kits, so the visit is a spark, not a one-off event.
Lindsay Metternich writes the Dino & Friends, Milo & the Mindful Mouse, and Garden Friends lines that anchor Harmony Helpers—each with optional curriculum guides so read-alouds connect to what you already teach.
Pre-K – Kindergarten · friendship, courage, belonging
Dino’s world is built for first friendships, brave tries, and gentle humor—ideal when you want a class-wide entry point into naming nerves and celebrating small wins.
See Dino books
Ages 4–8 · emotional awareness & calming strategies
Milo’s stories pair well with regulation work—breathing, noticing feelings, and recovering from big moments—without rushing children past the story to “fix” behavior.
See Milo books
Ages 3–6 · differences, pacing, listening
Nature-based characters celebrate different tempos and strengths—supportive language for neurodiversity, patience, and empathy in mixed-age groups.
See Garden FriendsFor the full catalog—including Willow & Wren and novels for older readers—visit Books. Many titles include discussion prompts and activities in Harmony Helpers resources.
Flexible for your schedule, with prep and follow-up you can actually use.
Extend the momentum with lesson supports, kits, and books your class can return to all year.
Option 1
No visit fee. Virtual classroom and author readings are offered at no charge—we’re grateful to read alongside your group.
Option 2
No visit fee. In-person readings are offered without a visit charge for local schools and centers when we can make the timing work together.
Optional: signed books and classroom bundles are available separately through the shop and resources—ask when you book if you’d like suggestions.
Ready when you are
Schedule a classroom or daycare reading on Google Calendar—then send a quick inquiry below if you want to share learning goals or accessibility notes.
Visits pair naturally with Harmony Helpers resources—bundles, SEL sequences, and printables designed for real teaching weeks, not one perfect lesson.
Kits and paired curriculum supports—including the featured Dino classroom SEL kit.
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5-day programs, discussion prompts, and teaching moments built for Pre-K and Kindergarten.
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Simple rhythms and printable supports that help kids name feelings without pressure.
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Movement, listening, and kindness activities that work in circle time or small groups.
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Activity packs and extensions you can print today—friendship, feelings, and kindness themes.
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Stories that open real conversations—browse every series and novel in one place.
Browse booksUse Google Calendar for the fastest hold on the calendar, then optional form or email for context—age spread, inclusion goals, which series you are reading aloud, or accessibility needs.
Google Calendar
Book your slot here (opens in a new tab). The same link appears at the top of the page and mid-page for easy access on phones and desktops.
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