What does it mean to be helpful? Meet Sage, a young girl who believes there is always a way to help someone—whether the act is big or small. In I AM Helpful, Sage takes young readers through the many ways she practices kindness and helpfulness in everyday life. She helps her parents at home, bakes with Grandma, supports her younger sister, studies with classmates, encourages teammates, assists her teachers, cleans up at school, gives to those in need, supports friends, and even learns how to safely show kindness to people she doesn't know. Along the way, Sage asks young readers an important question: How do YOU like to help? Rather than simply telling children to be kind, I AM Helpful encourages them to recognize the ways they can make a difference in the lives of others. With colorful illustrations, relatable situations, and reflection questions throughout the story, this book creates opportunities for meaningful conversations between children, parents, teachers, mentors, and caregivers. I AM Helpful helps young readers explore: • Kindness and compassion • Helping at home and school • Being a supportive sibling and friend • Encouraging classmates and teammates • Responsibility and cleaning up after yourself • Giving to people in need • Helping others while practicing safety • Understanding that small acts can make a big difference Perfect for home, elementary classrooms, school counselors, character education, SEL lessons, mentoring programs, youth groups, and read-alouds, I AM Helpful reminds children that they don't have to wait until they're older to positively impact the people around them. There is always a way to help. The question is: How will YOU be helpful today? Is this conversation helpful so far?
