Conchord Kids Library

Books that grow with your child.

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Early Explorers Series (Ages 1–5)

Foundational curiosity, emotional safety, and discovery

Yuli’s Adventures

Ethan Explores

Learning Focus:
Curiosity • Emotional awareness • Independence • Language development

Discovery & Skills Series (Ages 5–9)

Hands-on thinking, early responsibility, confidence

Apollo Discoveries

Learning Focus:
STEM curiosity • Cause-and-effect • Confidence • Problem solving

Reflection & Growth Series (Ages 10–13)

Identity, emotions, and real-world thinking

Ellie’s Moments

  • Ellie and the Power of Choice

  • Ellie Learns to Slow Down

Learning Focus:
Self-reflection • Emotional intelligence • Social awareness

Preparation & Perspective Series (Ages 14–17)

Critical thinking, resilience, and personal responsibility

Rion’s Series

  • Rion and the Weight of Decisions

  • Rion Learns Perspective

Learning Focus:
Decision-making • Resilience • Self-direction • Perspective

Skills Needed Book Series

Cover of a children's book titled "Skills Needed Book 1: Foundational Skills for Life" for ages 5-7, featuring three kids standing outside in a park. The kids are smiling and engaging, with trees and flowers in the background.

Skills Needed — Book I

A foundational guide that introduces essential life skills through simple, relatable lessons.

Book I helps young readers build self-awareness, emotional balance, and responsibility—laying the groundwork for confident decision-making as they grow.

Cover of a children's educational book titled "Skills Needed Book 2: Thinking, Choosing, and Taking Responsibility" for ages 8-10, featuring four children engaged in various activities and a background of nature and a sunset.

Skills Needed — Book II

Builds on foundational skills by introducing deeper thinking around choices, habits, and personal responsibility.

Book II encourages children to recognize patterns in behavior, develop consistency, and understand how effort and discipline shape outcomes.

Book cover titled "Skills Needed Book III: Thinking, Feeling, and Choosing With Care" for ages 11-13. Features three children sitting cross-legged outdoors with a sunset sky; symbols above them include a light bulb, a heart and brain on a scale, and puzzle pieces. Icons at the bottom show a mind with a light bulb, a scale with a heart and brain, and interconnected puzzle pieces. Author: Jan Xiong, publisher: Conchords Publishing.

Skills Needed — Book III

Expands on personal growth by introducing critical thinking, emotional resilience, and independent problem-solving.

Book III guides readers to evaluate situations thoughtfully, manage challenges with confidence, and take greater ownership of their actions.

The cover of a book titled "Skills Needed Book IV Steady & Ready" by Jan Xiong, published by Conchords Publishing, featuring three children with backpacks walking outdoors at sunset, with icons and texts below indicating learning to work, managing money, and taking responsibility.
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Skills Needed — Book IV

Focuses on maturity, perspective, and real-world decision-making as readers prepare for greater independence.

Book IV helps older teens develop self-direction, accountability, and the ability to navigate complex choices with clarity and confidence.

Looking for books for older teens or young adults?
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