I am all about providing the tools to raise emotionally intelligent children.

Studies show emotional intelligence is the cornerstone of a child’s well-being and future success. Many parents don’t know where to begin, so I created stories where learning and fun go hand in hand, so teaching life skills would be easy and enjoyable.

Hi, I’m Monica Au Yeung.

I’m a mother of two boys, a Social-Emotional-Learning (SEL) Strategist, and a Child Mental Health and Wellness Advocate. These passions inspired me to author the Elm Sprouts Series.

When I’m not being a mom and everything else, I like to explore nature, go hiking and do strength training/ high-intensity interval training. I love to drink coffee!

My career has been dedicated to cultivating compassion and understanding for children facing a wide range of challenges. I have supported neurodivergent children, worked in public schools, and worked with adults to develop essential job skills for 15+ years. Through it all, I’ve learned the critical need for emotional security, a sense of belonging, and kindness in achieving our goals in life.

My Career & Qualifications

Why SEL Matters

Uplifting the Next Generation,
One Story at a Time

My dedication to supporting children’s emotional well-being stems from a deep understanding of its critical role in their overall development and future success.

“By providing children with the tools and strategies they need to understand and manage their emotions, we can empower them to become confident, compassionate, and successful individuals.”

My Work Became Personal When I Became A Mother

As I worked through the joys and challenges of parenthood, I recognized the critical role of SEL in the life of my eldest son, Ethan, when he experienced difficulties expressing himself in a new linguistic and cultural environment.

I witnessed firsthand how emotional intelligence helps children build strong relationships, manage stress, and overcome obstacles with resilience.

This personal experience ignited a fire within me – to provide children with the tools and strategies I wish I had access to.

More Than Books—A Family Mission

Inspired by my own children, I created the Elm Sprouts Series to provide a fun and engaging way to introduce SEL concepts at home. I believe that parents play a vital role in nurturing their children’s emotional intelligence, and these stories offer a valuable resource to support that journey.

Each digital social story in the series is carefully crafted to address common challenges faced by young children, such as managing emotions, navigating social situations, and developing self-awareness. Through relatable characters and engaging narratives, children are gently guided to understand and embrace their emotions, build strong relationships, and develop a positive sense of self.

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Self Love. Self Esteem. Self Confidence.

I Believe In…

Self Love

I create non-judgemental spaces where mutual respect and kindness foster the open exchange of ideas and feelings. Compassion for yourself grows compassion for others.

Self Esteem

Celebrate effort and progress at every stage of the journey. By embracing trial and error, I encourage individuals to explore their strengths and weaknesses and give themselves grace to go at their own pace.

Self Confidence

There is nothing wrong in being proud of who you are or how far you have come.

My Professional Qualifications
And Training Includes…

This training equipped me with the skills to develop healthy relationships, effective communication strategies, and successful conflict resolution techniques.

MANDT SYSTEM (2014-2019)

COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION (CBI) TRAINING (2014-2019)

This training focused on identifying and modifying thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to challenges. It included the Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence (ABC) framework and Positive Behavior Support (PBS) approach to promote positive behavioral change.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TRAINING (2019)

TRAUMA AND ATTACHMENT TRAINING (2019)

MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING from the CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION (2019)

Bachelor of Arts | Simon Fraser University