Universities of Practice for K-12 Learners
Every Age and Every Culture
From early childhood literacy to high school purpose development, these books support learners at every stage of their educational journey. Each book is grounded in Applied Purpose Science and designed to foster growth, empathy, and meaningful contribution.
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Birth-Elementary
Ages 0-8
Early literacy & SEL foundations
Elementary
Ages 5-12
Adventure & emotional learning
Middle-High School
Ages 8-24
Leadership & global citizenship
High School+
Ages 14+
Purpose & cultural identity
ABC's for the Animals I See
by Art Fuller
A beautifully photographed early literacy book combining National Geographic-quality wildlife imagery with multi-layered learning: alphabet recognition, animal facts, and life lessons for birth-to-elementary audiences.
Target Audience
Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-8, early childhood educators, families navigating stress or inequity, school districts, pediatric and behavioral health organizations, and faith-based family communities
"Professional-grade nature photography rivals National Geographic quality - museum-quality work that exceeds typical children's book standards."
Miracle Has a Monster
by Emily Metheny
A touching children's story that helps young readers understand and embrace their unique challenges with hope and courage.
Target Audience
Children ages 5-10, elementary teachers, school counselors, parents, therapists using bibliotherapy, SEL coordinators, and after-school program leaders
"A standout SEL picture book that does more than tell a story—it equips kids, families, and teachers with practical tools, then shows exactly how to use them."
Unlocking More
by Alison Wintermute
A fantasy-adventure story exploring anxiety, impulsivity, friendship, and the transformative power of natural freeplay. An SEL tool for children ages 7-12.
Target Audience
Children ages 7-12, parents, elementary teachers, school counselors, mental health professionals, outdoor educators, youth development programs
"Strong, meaningful, and highly usable children's narrative that balances imagination, psychological realism, and moral growth."
The Purpose Fellowship
by Art Fuller
A purpose-centered story and learning framework designed to help young people grow into empathetic, collaborative, globally minded leaders through the VoiceUp Global Youth Research Initiative.
Target Audience
Children and youth ages 8-24, educators and schools, families and caregivers, youth-serving community organizations, teen and young adult leaders, global youth research networks
"Exceptionally high-quality for its specific purpose: pedagogical engagement - effectively blends fictional superhero storytelling with rigorous real-world professional development framework."
Fuller Road: The Science of Purpose
by Art Fuller
A deeply personal and multi-generational memoir chronicling the Fuller family experiences as African Americans in rural Alabama, blending family history with the science of purpose.
Target Audience
High school students, individuals focused on connecting to their true purpose and discovering their authentic self, families in the Southern United States exploring their cultural identity and heritage, African American readers interested in family legacies and Southern history
"An uplifting read that preserves underrepresented Black Southern histories while offering practical insights on purpose."