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Empowering children with social-emotional skills and the courage to live bully-free. Join Zoila in celebrating unique stripes and spreading kindness!
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Meet Zoila the Zebra
Discover Zoila's Adventures
Stories that inspire, teach, and bring smiles to little faces. Each book is a new journey into kindness.
Zoila the Zebra’s WOW Words of Wisdom
Zoila's WOW message aligns with the CASEL evidence based model. Follow Zoila the Zebra as she tells her story about the journey from Mexico to the United States in her search of the American Dream. Through her acronym "WOW," Zoila lovingly and joyfully expresses her Words of Wisdom. She inspires children to have the courage to do the right thing, treat others with respect, and live a bully-free life.
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How to Stop Armadillo Tears
We have all experienced "Armadillo Tears." This is the story about an armadillo named Armando who feels he has no friends and is being bullied. Zoila helps stop his tears and reveals the wonderfully special abilities that Armando has within him. This book teaches children the benefits of bringing new people (amigos) into their circle of friends and how to discover the uniqueness within everyone.
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Zoila's Three Tricks to Help Avoid Getting Sick
What does Zoila do when she sees Armando not following basic prevention guidelines? She invents ways to make following health guidelines more fun! With her tricks, she helped her reluctant friend want to wear a mask, wash his hands, and keep a safe social distance. Zoila's tricks act as a guide for children during times when viruses spread through communities.
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The Magical Journey of Little Raquel La Churros' Courage of a Migrant Child
Raquel is about to start a brand-new adventure in the United States! Moving from Cd. Juarez, Mexico, she is excited but nervous about her new school. As she struggles to find her voice, some classmates tease her. But with the love and encouragement of her family, Raquel works hard, embraces her heritage, and finds the courage to stand tall. A heartwarming story of resilience, family, and the beauty of diversity.
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More Than Just Stories
Zoila the Zebra isn't just a character; she's a movement of kindness and learning. Created by Juanita Quinones Gandara and Mark Bowles, these books are designed to help children understand themselves and the world around them.
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