Adolescent girls faced a growing mental health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic. Suicide attempts among girls ages 12–17 increased by 26% during summer 2020 and by 50% during winter 2021. At the same time, communities across the U.S. were experiencing significant shortages of mental health providers, making accessible tools for emotional support more important than ever.
Sources: U.S. News & World Report, June 10–11, 2021.
ABCs of Encouragement for Girls is an uplifting, interactive book designed to help young girls and their caregivers build connection, resilience, and positive self-talk.
Using the alphabet as a framework, each letter introduces a meaningful value, mindset, or source of encouragement—creating simple opportunities to start conversations around confidence, perseverance, self-worth, and navigating life’s challenges.
Designed to be engaging and approachable for both children and adults, the book transforms everyday moments into opportunities for connection and reflection.
A Family-Led Mission
Created by father-daughter team Jeremy and Ella Rosario, the project was inspired by a shared desire to support and encourage the next generation of strong, confident, and independent women.
At its heart, ABCs of Encouragement for Girls is more than a book—it’s a tool for connection, designed to help girls feel seen, supported, and empowered as they grow.
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