In Our School, We Are Not Cruel
Community means keeping each other safe.
When we notice our emotions, manage our fear, and act with kindness, we can build a safe and caring community. At the beginning of the story, Rabbit feels scared of her classmates. But together, they learn that self-regulation, shared understanding, and kindness can transform anxiety and fear into trust and connection. A safe, respectful, and supportive community is possible when everyone cares for one another, works together, and practices social awareness.
The In Our School, We Are Not Cruel Read&Color Booklet brings the story to life through creative play. This coloring book invites children to color, play, and engage imaginatively with the journeys of the charming animal characters, while fostering emotional engagement and expression.
For a richer, more in-depth learning experience at home or in the classroom, the In Our School, We Are Not Cruel Instructional Package gives educators and families everything they need to turn the story experience into a transformative conversation. For a comprehensive Social-Emotional Learning experience, our complete SEL Collection 1 Instructional Bundle includes all five SEL fables, with accompanying Read&Color Booklets, Listen&Enjoy eBooks, and Instructional Guides to deepen engagement and let learning flow.
What Makes Our Books Unique?
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Creative Engagement: A charming black and white line drawing invites children into the story in a new way, encouraging them to express what the story brings up for them through coloring and generative play.
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Literature-Based Discovery: By seeing how Mrs. Racoon manages her class and helps her students understand each other, children observe how consideration for one another creates a classroom where everyone feels safe and included.
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Social-Emotional Connection: By sharing personal experiences about feeling included or excluded, children build a sense of empathy and belonging while exploring how their own feelings connect to those of the characters.
