Author Katie Wood announced the release of A Simple Seed: A Five-Minute Journal for Growth, Gratitude and Goodness, a colorful daily guided journal designed to help children ages 6 and up develop gratitude, resilience, and confidence through simple daily practices.

Born from Wood’s personal experience after her baby daughter’s life-saving brain surgery, A Simple Seed transforms the power of gratitude into an accessible daily practice for families. “I felt powerless during that time, and discovered that a simple daily gratitude practice was what steadied me,” Wood said. ” I created A Simple Seed so kids and families could build that same resilience early.”

The journal features engaging daily prompts that guide children through gratitude exercises, positive “I AM” statements, acts of kindness, and challenges designed to build emotional tools for navigating life’s obstacles. Parents and caregivers benefit from conversation-starting tips that address important themes like building community, helping others, and overcoming setbacks.

With an emphasis on growth mindset, empathy, and resilience — plus a touch of faith and spirituality — A Simple Seed turns five minutes a day into a shared emotional reset for the whole family.

Katie Wood is the busy mom of four young children, a business owner, and the proud wife of a hardworking fireman. As a former teacher, she understands how important it is for children to have a growth mindset and learn the essential life skills to empower them to live a purposeful life filled with courage, gratitude, forgiveness, and compassion.

Katie wrote A Simple Seed when her search for a kids’ journal encompassing life lessons, positive self-talk, and gratitude came up empty. With assistance from her family, friends, and an online community, she created this morning journal of 100 powerful lessons to help children practice healthy habits and develop the strong roots they’ll need for life. She believes there’s nothing more powerful than investing in the next generation to prepare them for the unknown future ahead. 

ISBN: 9781955985482

Publisher: Penguin Random House: Clarkson Potter

Publication Date: 10/15/2025

Retail Price: $16.99

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