Kimeshea & Qamir Find Their Calm

When big feelings bubble up, Kimeshea knows just what to do.

In Kimeshea & Qamir Find Their Calm: Counting to Zen, readers follow loving caregiver Kimeshea and her sweet, sensitive little one, Qamir (who goes by Q), as they work through a tough moment together using counting, breathing, movement, and mindfulness. With gentle rhythm, warm reassurance, and interactive calming techniques, this tender picture book helps young children learn that it's okay to feel upset and that there are safe, simple ways to return to peace. Perfect for story time, classrooms, therapy settings, and bedtime wind-downs, this book introduces early social-emotional learning concepts in a way that is accessible, comforting, and engaging for little readers.

Through counting from 1 to 10, children are invited to:

• pause and breathe,
• move their bodies,
• name their feelings,
• and practice calming strategies alongside the characters.

Ideal for ages 2-6, Kimeshea & Qamir Find Their Calm: Counting to Zen is a nurturing story for children learning emotional regulation, self-soothing, and mindfulness one number at a time. A soothing and supportive read-aloud for families, educators, counselors, and caregivers looking to help little ones build emotional confidence and calm.