Cool Coconuts (Paperback)

Denise Klinger

ISBN 13: 9798240960482

Published by Klinger Press, 2026

About this Item

Paperback. When Callie Coconut has had one too many things on her plate - hula lessons, swimming practice, a haircut, and homework she doesn't understand - she finds herself melting down under the tropical sun. Her tummy hurts, her head is pounding, and she doesn't know why. That's when her friend Collin steps in with a surprising word: stress.In this warm and reassuring story set among swaying palm trees and ocean breezes, Callie learns that big feelings have a name - and that even kids have the power to make themselves feel better. With Collin's help, she discovers how to use her five senses to calm down: watching puffy clouds drift by, listening to the swoosh of ocean waves, tasting a cool fruit pop, sniffing fresh flowers, and squishing sand between her toes.Cool Coconuts gives children practical, personalized stress management tools in a way that is playful, empowering, and easy to remember. Helpful information for, parents, teachers, and school counselors is included, offering guidance on how to match five senses relaxation strategies to each child's unique learning style.Perfect for ages 4-8, this sunny story reminds little ones that they are never too young to take care of their own hearts and minds. Provides practical tools for stress management for kids in a way that is playful, empowering, and easy to remember. Helpful information included that offers guidance for matching relaxation strategies to a child's unique learning style. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cool Coconuts (Paperback)
• Publisher: Klinger Press
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798240960482
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Goeben, Sherry
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

When Callie Coconut has had one too many things on her plate - hula lessons, swimming practice, a haircut, and homework she doesn't understand - she finds herself melting down under the tropical sun. Her tummy hurts, her head is pounding, and she doesn't know why. That's when her friend Collin steps in with a surprising word: stress.

In this warm and reassuring story set among swaying palm trees and ocean breezes, Callie learns that big feelings have a name - and that even kids have the power to make themselves feel better. With Collin's help, she discovers how to use her five senses to calm down: watching puffy clouds drift by, listening to the swoosh of ocean waves, tasting a cool fruit pop, sniffing fresh flowers, and squishing sand between her toes.

Cool Coconuts gives children practical, personalized stress management tools in a way that is playful, empowering, and easy to remember. Helpful information for, parents, teachers, and school counselors is included, offering guidance on how to match five senses relaxation strategies to each child's unique learning style.

Perfect for ages 4-8, this sunny story reminds little ones that they are never too young to take care of their own hearts and minds.

About the Author

Denise Klinger held a Bachelor of Science in Child/Adolescent Development from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Bucknell University. After retiring as an Elementary School Counselor, Denise served as an instructor in the Master of Education in Counseling program at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. She received the 2014 Outstanding Graduate Faculty Teaching Award.