Social-Emotional
Adventures for Kids
(and the Grownups
Who Love Them)
Adventures for Kids
(and the Grownups
Who Love Them)
A picture book series that nurtures
kindness, confidence, and connection—
in the classroom and at home.
kindness, confidence, and connection—
in the classroom and at home.
Magic in the Classroom!
A Magical Day in the Classroom
When Anna Zumwalt came to my classroom
to share her On Our Way books,
the energy completely transformed.
The kids were lit up—laughing,
volunteering, and connecting
with the stories in such
a natural, joyful way.
to share her On Our Way books,
the energy completely transformed.
The kids were lit up—laughing,
volunteering, and connecting
with the stories in such
a natural, joyful way.
Anna didn’t just read; she brought the story to life.
She invited students to act out scenes,
share their thoughts,
and be part of the experience.
She invited students to act out scenes,
share their thoughts,
and be part of the experience.
It was magical to watch how quickly
they opened up and found their voices.
they opened up and found their voices.
As a teacher, I’ve seen a lot of guest readers,
but Anna’s visits were something special
—part story time, part heart lesson,
and pure fun from start to finish.
but Anna’s visits were something special
—part story time, part heart lesson,
and pure fun from start to finish.
On Our Way is a beautiful tool for
helping kids see themselves,
express their emotions, and rediscover
how wonderful learning can be.
helping kids see themselves,
express their emotions, and rediscover
how wonderful learning can be.
-- Brandi, special ed teacher
A Must for Kindergarten Classrooms
These books are fantastic, especially for
kindergarten and first grade teachers.
kindergarten and first grade teachers.
Kids have to be ready for kindergarten
both academically and socially.
both academically and socially.
If kids did not have the opportunity to
learn social skills in preschool,
they then have a harder time adjusting to school.
learn social skills in preschool,
they then have a harder time adjusting to school.
These books are wonderful tools to help
teach and reinforce those early social skills.
teach and reinforce those early social skills.
And they are especially helpful for kids with ADHD
and those on the autism spectrum.
and those on the autism spectrum.
-- Marcia, former kindergarten teacher
Fun in the Classroom
My students absolutely love these books.
We talk about them for weeks!
We talk about them for weeks!
-- Mrs Jensen, 2nd grade teacher
Good times at Home!
I highly recommend this engaging, endearing,
interactive book for everyone
-- kids, parents, and friends!
interactive book for everyone
-- kids, parents, and friends!
--Sheila, grandparent
The illustrations are gorgeous and fun!!
And I love the ideas in each of the stories.
The dyslexic friendly font is fantastic!
And I love the ideas in each of the stories.
The dyslexic friendly font is fantastic!
-- Catherine & Ted, grandparents
About the Author
Anna created the On Our Way series to spark conversations about kindness, courage, and what it means to be human. Her books are rooted in real-life wisdom—drawn from decades of teaching, listening, and laughing with children (and adults!) around the world.
When she’s not writing or drawing, you might find Anna lifting stones, guiding meditations, or connecting classrooms.
Her work reminds us that peace, power, and playfulness can go hand in hand—and that even the smallest readers are already on their way.
©️ Copyright: 2025 Anna Zumwalt • On Our Way Books 🐾