YESENIA'S POWER TO SPEAKS UP

<p></p><p><p><b>An empowering SEL picture book that helps children recognize hurtful behavior understand their feelings and find the courage to speak up.</b></p></p><p><br></p><p><p>Eight-year-old Yesenia Yaya Rivera is an <b>Afro-Latina neurodiverse girl</b> whose bright ideas lift her right onto her toes. She loves working with her friends on creative projects at Sitton Elementary-until a classmate's unkind words make her spark grow quiet.</p></p><p><br></p><p><p>When Yaya's feelings become small inside she learns that <b>speaking up</b> is a brave step toward feeling safe again. With the support of her family her friends and a trusted teacher Yaya discovers that <b>courage</b> isn't always loud. Sometimes it begins with a soft voice a truthful moment and an adult who listens.</p></p><p><br></p><p><p><b>Expertly Crafted for Emotional Growth</b><br></p><p>Written by Industrial-Organizational Psychologist <b>Dr. JeVona Maniex</b> <i>Yesenia Speaks Up</i> is a warm and inclusive story that gently guides children through the realities of teasing repeated unkindness and <b>bullying</b>. It teaches kids how to identify their emotions seek help from trusted adults rebuild confidence and understand the power of their own voice.</p></p><p><br></p><p><p>This <b>anti-bullying picture book</b> supports <b>social emotional learning (SEL)</b> and offers a relatable entry point for conversations about:<br></p><p>• Emotional awareness for children<br></p><p>• Bullying prevention strategies<br></p><p>• <b>Neurodiversity</b> and inclusion<br></p><p>• Safety and trusted adults<br></p><p>• Courage and confidence for kids<br></p><p>• Elementary school friendship and teamwork</p></p><p><br></p><p><p>Featuring full-color inclusive illustrations neurodiversity-affirming storytelling and <b>bonus SEL reflection questions</b> this book is an essential resource for families classroom teachers <b>school counselors</b> social workers and psychologists.</p></p><p><br></p><p><p><b>If you're looking for an inclusive children's book that helps kids feel seen supported and brave enough to use their voice this uplifting story belongs on your shelf.</b></p></p><p></p>