{"title":"Books and Journals","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"my-emotions-dance-journal","title":"My Emotions Dance Journal, A fun journal to help kids move, draw, and talk about feelings! By Veronica Vasquez","description":"\u003csection class=\"book-overview\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"article-container\" id=\"book-Overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content\"\u003eMy Emotions Dance Journal is a playful and heart-centered creative journal that helps kids explore big feelings through movement, drawing, and reflection. Blending dance with social-emotional learning, this guided experience invites children to move their bodies, express their emotions, and build confidence—without the pressure of perfection. Designed to support emotional growth, self-awareness, and imagination, it's a safe space for kids to feel, reflect, and be themselves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"article-container\" id=\"book-Description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eKids; preteens; teens; parents and caregivers; teachers; dance educators; youth program staff; homeschool families; community organizations\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat It Helps With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eEmotional awareness; identifying feelings; self-expression; reflection; movement-based emotional exploration; communication; confidence; connecting emotions with body awareness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e1 My Emotions Dance Journal; guided writing prompts; movement-based reflection activities; emotional exploration exercises; space for personal reflection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eUse the journal independently or alongside a trusted adult, educator, or instructor. Complete the writing and reflection prompts and incorporate the corresponding movement activities as appropriate. There is no single correct way to move or express an emotion—the journal is designed to encourage personal reflection and exploration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eInteractive journal; writing and movement combined; emotional vocabulary; movement-based reflection; creative self-expression; classroom and home use; youth-friendly prompts; personal reflection; movement and emotional awareness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge \/ Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eKids \u0026amp; Teens • Adaptable by developmental level\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \/ Important Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003eThis journal is an educational and reflective wellness resource and is not therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or mental health treatment. Some prompts may bring up strong emotions. Young people should be encouraged to seek support from a trusted adult, and professional support should be sought when appropriate. Movement should be completed safely and adapted to individual abilities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-content scrollable-record\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Different About It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a traditional journal that relies primarily on writing, My Emotions Dance Journal gives young people another language for expression: movement. 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As the founder of JMM Dance Co., she designs programs that integrate dance, creativity, and social-emotional learning to foster confidence, emotional intelligence, and self-expression. 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