Stories With Purpose
Every Wanderly story is designed to help your child navigate big feelings, build confidence, develop social skills, and master the daily challenges of growing up.
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These are the skills that help you understand yourself, get along with others, and make good choices. They're about noticing how you feel, caring about how others feel, and learning what to do with all those big feelings.
Learn about the CASEL frameworkSelf-awareness is about being able to say, "I know who I am, how I feel, and what's important to me." These stories help you notice your feelings, understand what makes you you, and discover what matters most.
Self-management is about being able to say, "I know how to act when I feel a certain way." These stories help you practice what to do when feelings get big — like when you're angry, scared, or so excited you might burst.
Social awareness is about being able to say, "I understand how others feel and how to be part of a group." These stories help you notice what's going on for the people around you — and find your place in the team.
Relationship skills are about being able to say, "I know how to communicate, work with others, and make good friendships." These stories help you practice listening, sharing, and connecting — even with people who might be different from you.
Responsible decision making is about being able to say, "I think about safety, honesty, and what might happen next before I choose." These stories let you practice making choices — and see what happens, so you're ready when it counts.
Create a special book that's all about YOU! Discover what makes you unique, celebrate your strengths, explore how you're similar to and different from others, and identify the special people in your life who are always there to help you.
It's your first day at Lux University! You've just found your lightstone and you're ready to learn how to become a Gemkeeper. But your lightstone keeps flickering, and you're not sure if you're doing it right. Through meeting new friends, trying your first magic, and helping someone when they need it most, you'll discover the real secret to making your lightstone shine bright.
Join your choice of character for a day in Rubberdale where things don't run quite as smoothly as planned. When feelings start revving up, your character learns to check under the hood - noticing their emotions, understanding their body's signals, and choosing how to respond. Will they find a way to get their day back on track?
Your character's space is getting pretty messy! Everyone in Rubberdale says, "Tools in Place, Ready to Race!" but what does that really mean? When things start piling up, will you find a way to get organized—or discover what happens when the mess takes over? Either way, you'll learn that it's okay to not love cleaning... and that keeping things tidy has some surprising benefits!
Spike the Porcupine is teaching Luxball today—the most magical game at Lux University! It's your first time playing, and you're feeling a lot of different things. Will you learn to control your magic, listen to feedback, and discover that you CAN do hard things?
Time for training at the Lux University Gym! You'll discover a brand new move, team up with a partner, and face a tricky obstacle course. But when things get tough, you might just learn that some challenges need teamwork to overcome. Fill in the blanks to create your own silly training adventure!
You already have so much inside you. These strengths aren't things you have to earn — they're already part of who you are. Stories can help you see them, use them, and watch them grow.
Confidence is about knowing who you are and feeling good about your choices, even when you're not sure how things will turn out. These stories help you practice trusting your own ideas, speaking up, and seeing that your voice matters.
Kindness is caring about others and showing it. These stories help you practice small acts that make a big difference — and remind you that kindness feels good for everyone, including you.
Resilience is what helps you get back up when something doesn't go the way you hoped. These stories are about finding new ways forward, asking for help, and discovering just how strong you really are.
Perseverance is keeping going — even when something is hard or takes a long time. These stories help you practice sticking with it, celebrating small wins, and remembering that progress counts.
Playfulness is finding the fun, being silly, and letting your imagination run wild. These stories make room for laughter, wonder, and the joy of just playing — because some of the best discoveries happen when you're having fun.
Courage isn't about not being scared — it's about doing something even when you are scared. These stories help you practice being brave, speaking up, and taking chances.
Curiosity is wanting to know more — asking questions, exploring, and noticing things others might miss. These stories invite you to wonder, discover, and learn new things about the world around you.
Helpfulness is pitching in and making things better for the people around you. These stories help you see how even small actions can make someone's day — and how good it feels to be a helper.
Generosity is sharing what you have — your time, your stuff, your attention. These stories help you practice giving, even when it's hard, and notice how sharing makes you feel.
Gratitude is noticing the good stuff and feeling thankful for it. These stories help you pause, look around, and appreciate the people and things that make your life better.
Create a special book that's all about YOU! Discover what makes you unique, celebrate your strengths, explore how you're similar to and different from others, and identify the special people in your life who are always there to help you.
It's your first day at Lux University! You've just found your lightstone and you're ready to learn how to become a Gemkeeper. But your lightstone keeps flickering, and you're not sure if you're doing it right. Through meeting new friends, trying your first magic, and helping someone when they need it most, you'll discover the real secret to making your lightstone shine bright.
Join your choice of character for a day in Rubberdale where things don't run quite as smoothly as planned. When feelings start revving up, your character learns to check under the hood - noticing their emotions, understanding their body's signals, and choosing how to respond. Will they find a way to get their day back on track?
Spike the Porcupine is teaching Luxball today—the most magical game at Lux University! It's your first time playing, and you're feeling a lot of different things. Will you learn to control your magic, listen to feedback, and discover that you CAN do hard things?
Time for training at the Lux University Gym! You'll discover a brand new move, team up with a partner, and face a tricky obstacle course. But when things get tough, you might just learn that some challenges need teamwork to overcome. Fill in the blanks to create your own silly training adventure!
Join your choice of character on a themed adventure where they face a challenge similar to your own experience. When things don't go as planned, your character learns to notice their feelings, understand their body's signals, discover what they believe deep down, and choose how to respond. Together, you'll make a plan so things can go even better next time!
These are the everyday things that help you take care of yourself and the people around you. They might seem small, but they add up — and getting better at them helps you feel capable and independent.
Chores are the little jobs that keep your life running smoothly and contribute to your community. These stories help you see why helping out matters — and how good it feels to be a real part of a team.
Safety is about making choices that keep you and others out of harm's way. These stories help you understand rules, spot danger, and know what to do when something doesn't feel right.
Sleep is how your body and brain rest and recharge. These stories help you wind down, feel calm, and get ready for the dreams ahead.
Getting ready is about all the steps it takes to head out the door — whether it's morning, bedtime, or time to go somewhere new. These stories help you practice routines, remember what comes next, and feel proud when you do it yourself.
Hygiene is about taking care of your body — brushing your teeth, washing your hands, taking a bath. These stories help you understand why these things matter and make them feel a little less like chores.
Your character's space is getting pretty messy! Everyone in Rubberdale says, "Tools in Place, Ready to Race!" but what does that really mean? When things start piling up, will you find a way to get organized—or discover what happens when the mess takes over? Either way, you'll learn that it's okay to not love cleaning... and that keeping things tidy has some surprising benefits!
Spike the Porcupine is teaching Luxball today—the most magical game at Lux University! It's your first time playing, and you're feeling a lot of different things. Will you learn to control your magic, listen to feedback, and discover that you CAN do hard things?
Ever heard of High, Low, Buffalo? It's a great way to learn about how the day went, with a little bit of silliness mixed in. This story is best read together.
Create a story designed to prepare your child for emergencies, like getting lost, responding to a fire alarm, or dealing with a power outage. Set the stage for what might happen, who might be there, what to do, what feelings might come up, and what to do when the emergency is over.
Learn to tackle the morning routine step by step! Make choices about how to approach each part of getting ready, from wake up until being ready to leave the house. Customize which routines are essential for a great morning for an extra personalized guided story.
Brushing teeth is important. Find out why, when, and how we brush our teeth every day. 😁
Change can feel big — exciting, scary, or both at once. These stories help you get ready for new things, understand what's coming, and feel a little braver about what's next.
Starting school is a big deal. These stories help you know what to expect, practice the skills you'll need, and feel ready to walk through those doors.
Trying something new can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. These stories help you imagine what it might be like, see that it's okay to be a beginner, and find the courage to give it a try.
Some habits are hard to let go of — even when you want to. These stories help you understand why habits stick, celebrate the progress you make, and keep going even when it's tough.
It's your first day at Lux University! You've just found your lightstone and you're ready to learn how to become a Gemkeeper. But your lightstone keeps flickering, and you're not sure if you're doing it right. Through meeting new friends, trying your first magic, and helping someone when they need it most, you'll discover the real secret to making your lightstone shine bright.
Spike the Porcupine is teaching Luxball today—the most magical game at Lux University! It's your first time playing, and you're feeling a lot of different things. Will you learn to control your magic, listen to feedback, and discover that you CAN do hard things?
Want to prepare your child for something new? This story breaks down a new adventure into concrete steps: why we try new things, why we're trying this new thing, where it will take place, who will be there, what we can do if it becomes overwhelming, and the feelings that arise throughout.
Learn to tackle the morning routine step by step! Make choices about how to approach each part of getting ready, from wake up until being ready to leave the house. Customize which routines are essential for a great morning for an extra personalized guided story.
Is your child ready to stop sucking their thumb? This story can guide them through what to expect during this "big kid" transition while focusing on replacement behaviors, celebrating the wins, and not getting discouraged when there's a setback.
Get ready for the first day of Kindergarten! Create space to talk about how your little one is feeling. Use role-play + some personalized details to prepare them for transitions, activities, and what their first day will be like.
Every story happens somewhere — and where you go shapes the adventure you'll have. Choose a world to explore, or dream up your own.
Stories set right here — in places that feel like home. Your neighborhood, your school, your family, and the natural world all around you.
A magical world lit by glowing lightstones and protected by heroes called Gemkeepers. Here, you might train at the academy, discover your own lightstone, and learn what it takes to become a hero — courage, teamwork, and a whole lot of heart.
A friendly little town where you can hop behind the wheel and hit the open road. Race in the famous Rubberdale Derby, practice tricks on the training ground, and discover what it means to be part of a close-knit community where everybody knows your name.
What if your story took place in a candy kingdom? A haunted house? When dinosaurs roamed the earth? With You Choose, you pick the setting — or make up your own. Your imagination leads the way.