Fear Toolkit: build courage & confidence through play

Help kids (ages 4–11) understand and manage fear with this research-backed emotional learning kit. Each fear toolkit includes:

• The little book on Fear: A rhyming story that explains fear and how we can move through it in a healthy way, complete with a QR-linked rap for interactive learning. Stories are a powerful learning tool as they teach through connection, not correction.

• Emotions magnet board: Encourages kids to reflect, identify, and name their emotions - an essential first step in learning to manage them. Research shows that labeling emotions reduces their intensity and improves decision-making.

• Scared penguin nightlight: Provides gentle comfort and reassurance at bedtime, when fears often surface. Studies show that ambient lighting can lower nighttime anxiety and promote a sense of calm, which leads to better sleep!

• Non-toxic clay: Invites children to express and release emotions through creativity. Sculpting allows kids to externalize what they feel inside, transforming fear into art. Art therapy research shows that tactile creative play enhances coping skills and supports emotional expression.

• Scared penguin ice tray: Turns a playful metaphor into a powerful coping tool. Kids can learn cognitive reframing by “freezing” their fears as they practice fact-checking the stories fueling them. Studies show that pausing and reframing thoughts helps reduce anxiety and build resilience.

• Puzzles & games: Reinforce emotional lessons through problem-solving and play, helping children practice courage, focus, and persistence.

The Fear Toolkit transforms fear into courage through storytelling, creativity, and play - giving children practical tools for emotional regulation and self-confidence that last a lifetime.