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by Mallory Hilinski-Wetzel (Author), Thai Son (Illustrator)
Emmy & Netty's Journey to Morocco is a children's picture book for ages 3 to 10 that blends imagination, adventure, and social-emotional learning. Designed as an SEL picture book for young children, the story supports emotional literacy, confidence, and curiosity through playful, imaginative storytelling.
When Emmy feels nervous about trying something new, she imagines a journey to Morocco with her trusted stuffed friend, Netty, and her Emoventure Kit. As they explore colorful markets, olive trees, and unfamiliar experiences, Emmy practices naming emotions, noticing body cues, asking for help, and taking brave steps forward. This is Book 1 in the Emoventure Stories series, which invites young readers to explore new places, emotions, and experiences through imaginative play.
Through gentle, rhythmic language and relatable emotional moments, the book encourages curiosity, resilience, and connection while introducing elements of Moroccan culture with warmth and respect. Each scene models healthy coping skills and problem-solving in a way that feels accessible and engaging for early learners, making it well suited for families, classrooms, libraries, and counseling settings.
The book includes a Caregiver Corner with simple reflection prompts and evidence-informed, play-based tools designed to continue the emotional learning beyond the story. Written by a licensed professional counselor, educator, and mom, Emmy & Netty's Journey to Morocco is an engaging read-aloud and a supportive resource for parents, teachers, counselors, and librarians seeking children's books about emotions, bravery, social-emotional learning, and new experiences.
