New Release: The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids by Yakira Yedidia
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Yakira Yedidia Releases The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids — A Practical Guide to Building Confidence, Independence, and Emotional Strength
Los Angeles, California — April 30, 2026 — Educator and author Yakira Yedidia announces the release of her new book, The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids (ages 8–12), a practical and empowering guide designed to help children build real confidence through essential life skills that are often not taught in school.
While children are taught academic subjects such as math and reading, many are left to figure out how to manage emotions, communicate effectively, make decisions, and navigate everyday challenges. The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids addresses this gap by offering clear, relatable guidance that helps children develop emotional awareness, independence, and resilience.
“This book started with my own experience as a parent,” says Yedidia. “When I began homeschooling my daughters, I felt a strong responsibility—not just to teach subjects, but to prepare them for life. I started writing down the skills that truly matter—the ones that help children become confident and independent.”
Written in a simple, engaging style, the book introduces young readers to key concepts such as:
- Building real confidence (not based on perfection or approval)
- Understanding and managing emotions
- Communicating clearly and respectfully
- Making thoughtful decisions
- Developing responsibility, organization, and independence
These foundational skills are presented in a way that is accessible and practical for children, while also offering valuable insights for parents and educators.
The book reflects Yedidia’s broader work through LionUP®—a framework that helps young people build self-worth and independence through practical action and real-world thinking.
The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids is available on Amazon beginning April 30, 2026.
Book Details:
Title: The Secret Life Skills for Confident Kids
Subtitle: How to Cook, Clean, Make Friends, Set Goals & More
Author: Yakira Yedidia
Publisher: LionUP® Media
ISBN: 978-1-961025-06-6
Format: Paperback
Recommended Age: 8–12
Printed in the United States of America
About the Author:
Yakira Yedidia is an educator, author, and creator of LionUP®. A Gen X mom of three Gen Z daughters with over 25 years of experience in education and mentoring, she helps young people build confidence, think independently, and develop real-life skills that support long-term success.
For more information, visit:
https://yakirayedidia.com
