FilosofitosHelp your child learn to self-soothe — no yelling, no screens
An illustrated story that turns the philosopher-emperor into a warm, funny chibi friend who teaches kids how to handle big feelings.
Original chibi illustrations
Lessons for everyday lifeMeltdowns don’t fix themselves
You know the drill: a rough day at school, a broken toy, a "no" that turns into a meltdown.
You’re looking for real tools, not another story that gets forgotten the moment the book closes. Little Meditations turns the Stoic wisdom of Marcus Aurelius into ideas a kid can actually use.
Picture tonight: instead of another bedtime battle, fifteen minutes together on the couch, reading how a Roman emperor had bad days too. Your kid points at the boy on the page and says 'that's me.' And the conversation you've been trying to start for weeks simply begins.
A peek inside
- 232 pages
- Paperback & hardcover
- Second revised edition
- In English
- También disponible en español
What they will learn
How to name a feeling before it takes over.
That the one thing they truly control is their own reaction.
A simple calming routine for home or the classroom.
Who it’s for
Written for kids ages 8 and up. A lovely family bedtime read, and a ready-made emotional-learning resource for classrooms.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need to know any philosophy?
Not at all. The book starts from zero: every meditation is a small everyday story, with no difficult words. The philosophy is in what Marcus Aurelius does, not in technical vocabulary.
At what age can kids read it on their own?
From age 8, most kids read it by themselves. Younger children love it as a read-together book — the scenes are perfect conversation starters about their day.
Does it work in the classroom?
Yes. Many teachers use it for social-emotional learning: one short meditation to start the day, followed by a guided conversation. The lessons are short and group-friendly.
Is it available in Spanish?
Yes — Pequeñas Meditaciones de Marco Aurelio, the original illustrated Spanish edition. See the Spanish edition →
Ready to bring calm home?
Little Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is available on Amazon.
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