HEAL TODAY. BUILD TOMORROWS.
Empowering children, supporting families, and building healthier brains.
A series of enchanting, science-informed stories that help children understand trauma, build resilience, and thrive.
Exploring Complex Childhood Trauma and Brain Development
Text and Illustrations
by: Allison Romens
Can a cat, a tutu, and a remote control help Clara heal her brain from early childhood trauma? Find out in this creative adventure while learning about brain science and the power a little girl has over her aggression. ADHD and PTSD can't slow her down as she practices her magical therapy skills to rebuild what her brain missed as a baby.
A STORY THAT HEALS. TOOLS THAT EMPOWER.
An Introduction to Complex Childhood Trauma and Brain Development
Text and Illustrations by: Allison Romens and Michael James
Concept Advisor: Ted Stein, MS, LPC, NBCC, NMT Mentor
Sketchbook Brain provides a narrative example of childhood trauma and age-appropriate brain development. A magical twist is used to demonstrate the inner conflict that nine-year-old M.J. goes through to heal from his complex childhood trauma.
UNDERSTAND THE PAST. BUILD A BRIGHTER FUTURE.
An Introduction to Secondary Traumatic Stress
Text and Illustrations
by: Allison Romens
Join Grace and her Brain Buddy as they introduce secondary traumatic stress and its effects on the growing brain with a magical twist. Grace uses her empathy-powered magic to help her adopted siblings regulate and be safe. Come learn through play and movement how to desensitize an over reactive stress response system at home.
KNOWLEDGE. CONNECTION. HEALING FOR EVERY CHILD.
Foster Care &
Reunification
Text and Illustrations by: Allison Romens
Manuel is finally going home. But before he leaves, he remembers the dog who helped him feel safe, the family who cared for him, and the “magic” that helped his scarred brain begin to heal. Puppy Brain is a tender, trauma-informed story about foster care, healing, bravery, and saying goodbye.
COMPLICATED EMOTIONS.
HOW TO SAY GOODBYE.
Big Feelings and Regulation
Text and Illustrations by: Allison Romens
Rachel doesn't trust people yet.
But when she rides her bike, something amazing happens.
The wind quiets her worries. The rhythm steadies heer breathing. The movement helps her body remember that she is safe.
In this compassionate Brain Buddy story, children learn movement can help regulate big feelings ad support healing after difficult experiences. Through Rachel's journey, young readers discover that their brains and bodies can grow stronger with practice, support, and safe relationships.
MOVEMENT. CONNETION, AND UNDERSTANDING.
The Effects of Early Childhood Trauma on Brain Development
Text and Illustrations by: Allison Romens
Did you know an infant's brain grows faster than an adult's? Rose does, and she works diligently to practice her magical skills to rewire her traumatized brain. Rose builds new connections in her brain to master regulation skills in her classroom and at home. She introduces her tools and baby doll in a fun adventure in her playroom filled with magic and surprises.
PLAY. HEAL. GROW. ONE CONNECTION AT A TIME.
Big Moods, Voices, and Feelings
Text and Illustrations by: Allison Romens
"My brain works differently, but I am still me."
When MJ begins hearing voices, seeing shadow things, and experiencing very big feelings, Brain Buddy helps explain what doctors are learning about his brain. Together they explore mood swings, confusing thoughts, coping skills, trusted adults, and the importance of staying safe when things feel scary.
Bipolar Brain is a gentle introduction to serious mental health challenges, helping children understand that needing support is not something to be ashamed of. With knowledge, compassion, and caring adults, children can learn that they are far more than any diagnosis.
A reassuring story for children, families, classrooms, therapists, and caregivers.
BIG MOODS. CONFUSING THOUGHTS. HOPE FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE.
Each book is designed to help children:
Understand how experiences affect their developing brain
Build connection, safety, and self-regulation
Learn through engaging stories, play, and magic
Develop resilience, hope, and emotional skills
Empower caregivers and professionals with helpful tools