In the series Healthy Minds, Adam Ciccio examines daily obstacles and the mental health of young children. Through a familiar story and helpful tips, which the author draws from his own experiences, children and adults gain insight into what goes on in young minds.

Adam Ciccio has a practice for outpatient mental health care for children and adults in Marblehead, Massachusetts.

Where does a special balloon go when it slips out of your hands? You can’t stop it, but you can wish it a beautifu...

Kevin loves dinosaurs. Today, he’s going to visit the dinosaur museum with Mommy and Daddy. There’s so much to see! Then, his best friends Katie and Ali come over to play dinosaurs. Soon, Kevin is even dreaming about dinosaurs . . .

A thick, informative dinosaur book with large pictures and fun games. Cool but not creepy! For children ages 3 years and up.

Fox, Mouse, Raccoon, and Owl are playing in the spring sun. They see newborn lambs, little rabbits, and sweet chicks. They take a hot-air balloon ride together over the fields. But . . . they get blown off course! Can you help them?

An interactive picture book filled with spring cheer. For children ages 3 years and up.

Willy wants to play a part in a musical, but his voice is kind of shrill, not really in tune, and . . . quite horrible. Should Walter be honest? He hates hurting his friend’s feelings. And how would Willy react?

A funny story about following dreams, telling the truth, and discovering what you’re best at. For best friends ages 5 years and up.

Connor Crowe loves his parents, he loves his dog, he even loves his sister. But, most of all, he loves . . . his tablet! He plays on it when he wakes up. He plays on it when he gets home. He plays on it before he goes to bed. But one day, he wishes he could just let it go . . .

A helpful story about a boy who can’t let go of his tablet. For children aged 5 years and up.

Piggy is throwing a party for his birthday. Everything is ready. He has invited his friends, decorated the house, and made lots of delicious treats! But Piggy is so busy that the food is gone before he gets to enjoy a snack himself. Luckily, his friends find a solution.

A cheerful story about sharing, friendship, and creative thinking. For everyone who likes parties!

Mouse’s teacher is sick—so sick that she might not ever return to school.

With love, Mouse creates beautiful letters for Miss Daisy.

And Miss Daisy leaves something beautiful in return . . .

A heartwarming picture book about death and saying goodbye.

For young and old ages 4 years and up.

Edward would love to play with his mom.

“Not today my darling Edward,” she says.

“I want to paint the walls today.”

“Can I help you?” Edward asks.

“Sure,” says his mom. “You can help me if you play a while in your room.”

Edward doesn’t like that very much.

From the creators of Rain Before Rainbows comes a beautiful book that lights a path for all those who dare to dream of peace.

A happy band of friends journey together, but dark clouds threaten their friendship and they lose their way in a story that starts in the safety of the happy and familiar, then goes on to explore the difficulty of discord and hurt; what it means to lose and find peace again; the bravery it takes to be a peace-maker; and the jubilance that peace ushers in. From smiles t...