Join 8 year-old Jas on a school day filled with unexpected challenges. She navigates through obstacles until her cherished Social Emotional Learning (SEL) teacher comes to visit her classroom. Her SEL teacher brings a new word to Jas and her friends. This word changes Jas's outlook on her not-so-good day and teaches her that she has the power of perspective. A New Word for Jas introduces elementary children, ages 5-9, to impactful vocabulary. The "new word" is specifically selected to help enhance the social and emotional well-being of young readers. The illustration's colors mirror Jas's journey and align with the Zones of Regulations. It challenges readers to be their best self and its aim is to improve the lives of all who read it.