A Must-Have SEL Story for Every Classroom: Meet Ezekiel
If you’re an educator looking for stories that support Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Ezekiel’s Volcano is a meaningful and engaging addition to your classroom library.
This beautifully written book tells the story of Ezekiel, a student who learns to cope with big emotions through a skill called Rainbow Breathing. With the help of his caring teacher and classmates, Ezekiel learns to recognize his feelings and respond with calm and control.
Perfect for read-alouds, class discussions, or quiet reading corners, this book encourages empathy, emotional expression, and positive classroom culture. It’s a joyful invitation for students to reflect on their own feelings — and realize they’re not alone.