Reviews

"Dorie brings such serenity and warmth to the pages, gently guiding children to slow down, notice the world around them, and connect to the present moment. This beautifully written and illustrated story is both calming and inspiring—a lovely introduction to mindfulness for children. The daily affirmations are wonderful reminders and can serve as building blocks for internalizing gratitude and peace, cultivating these qualities early on"

Rose Markotic, LMFT


“"As a mother and family therapist, I know how important it is for children to have accessible tools to help them regulate emotions and boost self confidence. I wholeheartedly endorse The Joy of Mindfulness with Dorie the Dog which provides experiential learning through a beautiful story and fun way to practice breath awareness and affirmations. The vivid illustrations and simple prompts make this a valuable tool for parents, educators and teachers. It will remain on my shelf!"

-- Carol S. Dawidowicz, LMFT

““The Joy of Mindfulness with Dorie the Dog” inspired me with its powerful message.

Young children learn through examples and stories that capture their imagination, and that's what your book conveys. Learning positive affirmations at an early age helps build a child’s self-worth and confidence. Reminding kids to pause and feel the blessings of joy and gratitude embodies the heartfelt message in your storytelling and illustrations.

In today’s world, children can truly benefit from your book, which not only teaches them mindfulness and ways for handling their emotions but also offers ways to calm them through deep breathing and art.

Dorie is so relatable, and the book’s coloring sections help the child relate to Dorie and the powerful message even more, even taking moments to pause, breathe, and gently guide the child back to a state of calmness when emotions feel too big. That’s what Dorie's message is all about.

Katie, I’m so proud of you and your special gifts, which you’re sharing through this story and its illustrations of Dorie.

Marla Brucker, DCH, R.HA