Meet Simon, the friendly duck created to guide children through their emotions. Simon's relatable charm, paired with his sidekick Hopper, a stuffed animal, provides comfort and familiarity for children, as many of them have their own beloved stuffed companions.
Table Of Contents
This project initially began as an alphabetical book showcasing various emotions from A-Z. Designed for kids age 3+, its purpose was to assist children in understanding and managing their feelings. My own experiences as a child, being put into therapy at 7-years-old, struggling with uncontrollable anger and difficulty expressing emotions, inspired this project. The tools I've developed—such as flashcards, an iPad game, and a tabletop book—are aimed to simplify the discussions about emotions for children, tools that I wish I had growing up.
Tabletop Book
The tabletop book's purpose is to be used with a parent, counselor, or therapist. The interaction would be: the child sits in front of the adult, the adult would say the definition and course of action to the child, thus, starting a discussion between the two.
Simon's World App Store
The tablet game is designed for just the child. The game has a simplified UI that is all tap-based. In the app, the child is going on an adventure with Simon and Hopper. Each level, a different emotion and story. At the end of each level, the child is tested on their memorization and ability to understand their new found knowledge. The app also contains a section for flashcards.
