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You Are a Gardener® — Empowering Gardeners of All Ages to Navigate Emotions
Why Readers Choose You Are a Gardener®
Empowers gardeners of all ages with tools to identify and communicate emotions
Introduces a positive, growth-centered process for navigating emotional experiences
Uses gentle gardening vocabulary to make emotions easier to understand and talk about
Supports emotional growth, resilience, and well-being over time
A practical tool for homes, classrooms, and counseling settings
A lasting gift designed to be revisited and grown with
More than a book, You Are a Gardener® is a mindset rooted in spreading seeds of positive change within ourselves, our communities, and the world. Because emotional growth never stops growing.
You Are a Gardener® Children's Book
You Are a Gardener® is a book rooted in empowering gardeners of all ages with the vocabulary, tools, and mindset to identify, communicate, and navigate emotions through a positive, growth-centered process.
Using gentle gardening vocabulary, the book helps readers understand emotions as part of a natural cycle. Readers learn to identify challenges as weeds and see them as opportunities for growth, or seeds. This approach encourages emotional empowerment, resilience, and well-being by meeting emotions with awareness and intention.
Designed to be returned to across life’s seasons, You Are a Gardener® is a meaningful tool at home, in classrooms, counseling settings, and as a thoughtful gift. Its message supports emotional growth while spreading seeds of positive change and digging into resilience and emotional well-being.
Inspiring growth from the inside out, this book empowers readers to cultivate joy, gratitude, and a positive mindset every day.
-Self-Published by Shanna Truffini in 2017 (Copyright & Trademark Protected)
-Third Edition Published in 2024
-All Books Are Printed In Small Batches & Proudly Printed in the USA
-Paperback Book Measures 8.5 x 8.5 inches
-35 Beautifully Illustrated Pages In a Premium Printed Book
-Illustrations are watercolor on paper created by Kelsey Jordan
The concept of You Are a Gardener® is meant to be helpful and not to be misused or misinterpreted in any way.
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"I am a HUGE fan and advocate of Shanna's book, You are a Gardener, and her SEL programs! Her book appeals to young kids and adults. It's relatable and easy to read. The best thing you can do for your kids is help them learn coping skills, empathy, mindfulness, grit, confidence and kindness ---- her book/ SEL program are one of the most effective tools out there!" Vanessa E. Rosemary Beach, FL ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"I am beyond impressed with the book, your children's videos, and the overall "You are a Gardener" metaphor! I love thinking about the negative things that affect us as weeds and all of the positives as flowers. Thank you again for sharing your amazing presentation with all of us at Riverview!" Lasrissa S. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Shanna, You are pure awesome! You may never fully know the incredible positive impact of what you have created and the seeds you have planted and continue to share! Magnificent!" Kristin M. Mendham, NJ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"What a vital and important role you are playing in the lives of the most vulnerable...the children who have weathered isolation and insecurity for over a year. Your program should be mandatory as a tool for teachers to renew in their classes the feeling of hope and control.Thank you Shanna for pursuing your vision; I know it has been a long and sometimes arduous journey, but, you have taken a page from your book and risen above all the challenges." Carol T. Redding, CT ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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You Are a Gardener® is a book and emotional wellness resource that uses gardening metaphors to help gardeners of all ages understand emotions, build resilience, and grow through life’s challenges together. Rooted in emotional empowerment, it offers a positive, practical way to navigate feelings and turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth.
Frequently Asked Questions About You Are a Gardener®
Q: What age group is this book best for?
A: You Are a Gardener® is written for elementary and middle school readers, but its message resonates with gardeners of all ages. Families, classrooms, and counselors often read it together to open conversations about emotions and growth.Q: How does this book support children’s mental health?
A: The story teaches kids how to recognize and name emotions, express them safely, and use simple coping tools called gardening tools to manage stress and build resilience.Q: Can teachers and counselors use the book in their programs?
A: Absolutely. The book and free printables are designed for educators, school counselors, and SEL specialists to use in classrooms and group settings to encourage emotional literacy and connection.Q: Do you offer bulk orders for schools or programs?
A: Yes. Bulk and school orders are available, and we’re happy to customize materials for your classroom or district. For pricing and info, email flowers@youareagardener.com.Q: What other resources go with the book?
A: Explore our Free Printables page for SEL activities, worksheets, and creative reflection tools that expand on the book’s themes of emotional empowerment and resilience.