Consistency is Key

Self-Care Tips With Lily & Zach

Kids love to stay up late — but without healthy routines, they end up tired, cranky, and out of sorts.

 

Parents and teachers recognize that poor sleep and irregular habits can lead to meltdowns, low energy, and difficulties with focus. The challenge is helping kids develop a desire for routines, rather than resisting them.


That’s what Lily and her brother Zach discover during a week with Gramma Kate and Grampa. At first, they want to stay up late every night — but with Gramma Kate’s gentle guidance, they learn that routines are actually a superpower. From morning wake-ups to bedtime wind-downs, Lily and Zach begin to see how consistency, self-care, and kind words build energy, confidence, and joy into every day.


Social Skill Themes Explored:

✅ The importance of consistency and daily habits

✅ Practicing self-care

✅ Building positive mindsets through affirmations

✅ Understanding how routines support well-being


📘 Consistency is Key is a life skills story for children ages 6–12 that encourages kids to embrace routines, take care of their body and mind, and see consistency as a gift they give themselves. Perfect for parents seeking calmer mornings and smoother bedtimes, teachers looking to foster classroom structure, and therapists helping kids develop self-care strategies.


📖 Why You’ll Love It

  • 8.5" x 8.5" trim size — easy for small hands to hold and teachers to share aloud
  • 32 full-colour pages with engaging illustrations that children love
  • Durable glossy hardcover (also available in paperback) for long-lasting use
  • Activity included at the back: Dr. Emoto’s Rice Experiment — showing kids how words can change how we feel inside
  • Helps kids connect consistency with confidence, calm, and well-being
  • Great for bedtime stories, classroom life skill lessons, or therapy sessions


Hardcover: $29.99 CAD |  Paperback: $17.99 CAD

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👉 Add this inspiring social skills story to your cart today and help your child discover the real superpower of routines!

What Readers Are Saying

This book has inspired children in classrooms, counselling rooms and homes around the world. Here's what teachers, counsellors, and families are saying about Consistency is Key.

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"This Book is a delightful addition to the Lessons For Life With Gramma Kate series. This children's fiction masterfully combines storytelling with practical life lessons, making it an engaging and meaningful read for young minds.
The characters, Lily and Zach, are relatable and endearing, while Gramma Kate provides the wisdom and warmth that every child (and adult!) can appreciate. The story introduces the concept of self care in a way that's accessible and fun for kids, teaching them the importance of routines, kindness to oneself, and the value of consistency.
The vibrant illustrations and clear, age appropriate language ensure the message resonates deeply. As a bonus, the book includes actionable self care tips that children can practice in their daily lives.
This is a must have for parents, educators, and anyone looking to inspire positive habits and emotional well being in children. Highly recommended!"

Giulia Conti - United States (November 2024)

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"I liked this book because it shows children the positive results of staying on a routine. I like the science experiment how negative and positive words affect water. The illustrations were good and colorful.
Spending a week at your Grandparents can turn out to be fun. This will be a book I read again and again."

M Greenman -United States (December 2024)

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A great book for children. It is always special to go over to grama's house. I loved how they talked about how habits/routines can really help you feel good/shine. They even talked about positive thoughts and how they effect you/this reality. At the end there is an experiment to try. Loved this! I highly recommend this book. It would make a great present. Thank you to the author Cathy Barker - keep on writing beautiful/fun stories

Lynn - United States (May 2025)

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"If you’re looking for an easy way to teach kids about self-care and building good habits, this book shares simple tips with a clear, positive message that’s both helpful and enjoyable."

Eugenio - Italy (May 2025)

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