Radical Ray
Helping Kids Grow from the Inside Out!
Empowering Children Aged 7–10 with Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
Helping Kids Grow From the Inside Out!
Empowering Kids with Emotional Intelligence
Building Self-Esteem, Empathy, and Resilience.
Meet the Kids Who Inspired a Movement
You know what’s wild?
I had spent 15 years working in human behavior coaching, speaking, and diving deep into what makes us tick. But it wasn’t until I moved from Australia to the U.S. that I truly found my unexpected classroom.
It had wheels.
And windows that barely shut in winter.
And 48 noisy, brilliant, sometimes sticky-fingered little humans.
I became a school bus driver, not because I needed a job, but because I wanted to understand my new community. And I figured, what better way than spending mornings and afternoons with the future of it?
What I didn’t expect was how much those kids would teach me. They were sponges. Wide open. Curious. Ready to learn anything, especially about how to handle big feelings, messy friendships, and the rollercoaster of being a kid.
So I turned Bus 31 into The Kind Bus. We were a rolling classroom on how to do life better, one conversation, one moment of kindness at a time. And from that came Ray Roxby. A little boy with a big heart and even bigger questions.
Why I Write for Kids
Our kids don’t need to end up in therapy like we did. We don’t need to wait for adulthood to teach self-worth, emotional intelligence, and the basics of being human. These are fundamental life skills, not afterthoughts. We need to start young because elementary-aged kids are ready.
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They’re ready to learn that kindness isn’t just about being nice, it’s about seeing the best in people, even when it’s hard.
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They’re ready to learn that love is something you do, not just something you feel.
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And that self-worth isn’t earned by gold stars or straight A’s, it’s already inside them.
Let’s prepare them for more than just tests. Let’s prepare them for life. Let’s give them the tools now, so they don’t have to unlearn survival mode later.
The Stories That Stick
Imagine if they already had the tools to face heartbreak, rejection, comparison, and self-doubt, before those moments arrived.
Imagine if, during a hard moment in high school, or their twenties, or whenever life gets loud, they remember back to a chapter book series… and a boy named Ray Roxby.
These stories aren’t just cute. They’re anchors. They remind kids that kindness isn’t weakness, that families can be complicated and still full of love, and that being your full, real self is never the problem. Because one day, they’ll remember what Ray learned:
That their feelings are valid.
That their voice has power.
And that being their real, wholehearted self was never the problem.
Believing they had to be less than who they are, was.
Book 1: Radical Ray
A Heartwarming Chapter Book About Friendship, Inclusion & Small Acts of Kindness
Ray Roxby believes that even the smallest acts of kindness can create big ripples of change. But when he faces challenges at school—like helping a new classmate feel included and learning the power of forgiveness—Ray discovers that being kind isn’t always easy. Through relatable school adventures and heartfelt moments, Radical Ray shows kids how friendship, empathy, and inclusion can make the world a better place.
This book supports emotional intelligence, empathy, and social-emotional learning—ideal for kids aged 7–10 navigating real-life situations with kindness and courage.
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Book 2: Radical Ray
A Father's Return
A Heartfelt Chapter Book About Family, Forgiveness & New Beginnings
Ray Roxby’s world is full of school projects, friendships, and his loyal Blue Heeler, Atlas—but everything changes when his dad unexpectedly returns after years of being away. As Ray navigates big emotions, uncertainty, and the meaning of family, he learns that forgiveness isn’t always easy, but it has the power to heal. Through relatable school moments and heartfelt challenges, Radical Ray: A Father’s Return helps kids explore themes of resilience, self-acceptance, and new beginnings, proving that sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is open your heart.
Themes of forgiveness, family connection, and self-acceptance help children explore big emotions in age-appropriate, supportive ways.
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As a therapist, we are always looking for resources to help teach clients & creating ways for clients to learn & grow - this book is an excellent resource for assisting professionals. It’s wonderfully written & the talking points are amazing!! Highly recommend not only for professionals; but also, parents seeking opportunities to explore kindness & healthy coping!
Melissa K, Ohio
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