About Us

At BuildingBlocs, we’re dedicated to equipping students, educators, and families with the essential tools they need to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. 

While our early mission centered on academic literacy and financial empowerment, our focus has evolved to address a deeper, more holistic need; helping learners build resilience, emotional intelligence, and lifelong self-awareness through Social Emotional Learning (SEL).

We believe that education extends beyond textbooks; it’s about shaping confident, compassionate individuals who can navigate challenges, build meaningful relationships, and grow into capable leaders. That’s why our programs and resources are designed to cultivate not only academic literacy but also emotional literacy.

Our Core Mission Today:

Comprehensive SEL Resources: We’ve expanded to cover all 15 core SEL competencies, delivering trauma-informed, age-aligned materials for learners from early childhood through adulthood.

Life-Ready Learning: Our programs build critical real-life skills—emotional regulation, empathy, conflict resolution, and decision-making—fostering success both in and beyond academic settings.

Support for Educators and Families: With turnkey curricula, aligned book series, teacher guides, and facilitator-led workshops, we equip adults with tools to guide growth at every life stage.

Inclusive Online Access: Through our mobile-friendly platform, individuals can access self-paced classes designed to build Emotional Intelligence (EQ), promote Cultural Empowerment (CE), and develop lifelong personal and financial skills.

Full-Service Publishing House

BuildingBlocs operates as a full-service publishing house committed to producing emotionally intelligent, trauma-informed, and purpose-driven educational content. With over 60 titles spanning early childhood to adulthood, our catalog supports Social Emotional Learning (SEL), financial literacy, mentorship, reentry, and family healing across diverse community settings.

We publish structured, curriculum-ready books that are integrated into larger program systems, including the Built From the Inside™ justice curriculum, the Pathlight Mentorship System, and the Family Reset Series. Our titles are aligned with CASEL standards, New York State SEL benchmarks, and real-world application.

From children’s SEL picture books and teen thrillers to adult self-help, financial planning, and leadership development, each title is designed to inform, empower, and connect. Our romance line by J. Wilder Stone explores emotional growth through storytelling, while lifestyle titles like From Ramen to Roasts and RC Playbook reflect accessible, life-stage support.

Books are used independently or paired with facilitator guides, workbooks, and online courses via BrightPath Academy. Available in print, PDF, and eBook formats, our titles serve classrooms, justice facilities, churches, nonprofits, and homes alike.

We don’t just publish books; we publish systems. Every book in our catalog supports a broader mission: to foster emotional healing, practical skill-building, and community transformation through scalable, story-centered education.

Our core remains dedicated to supporting veterans and underserved communities. As part of our commitment, 15% of our profits are reinvested as book and resource donations, ensuring that our system and print catalog reach those who need them most.

TheBRIGHTPathAcademy.com and BuildingBlocs Literacy Publishing are interconnected platforms committed to delivering transformative education through emotional intelligence, financial literacy, and life-readiness. Together, they form a holistic ecosystem that addresses the academic, social-emotional, and creative needs of learners across all life stages.

• Course Offerings: Affordable, flexible courses aligned with CASEL’s SEL framework, focused on emotional regulation, real-world skills, and self-leadership.
   
• Pathways: Curated learning tracks tailored to specific audiences, including youth, adult learners, entrepreneurs, and reentry populations.
   
• Literary Works: A growing catalog of over 60 socially impactful titles, including the BRIGHTStartU Discovery Series, that teach SEL and critical thinking through relatable storytelling.
   
• Community Focus: We work with nonprofit and corporate partners to expand access to educational tools for underserved communities.
   
• Edpreneurship: We promote the entrepreneurial mindset, equipping learners to take ownership of their growth and create real change in their lives.
   

Our live and digital workshops support not only students but also veterans, caregivers, and adult learners. Topics include resilience, leadership, emotional wellness, and practical planning; empowering participants with tools for lifelong growth.

• BRIGHTStartU Discovery Series SEL System: A 3-stage, CASEL-aligned SEL model with developmentally aligned books and tools for every age group.
   
• Interactive Workbooks & Curricula: Real-life scenarios and exercises that build EQ, CE, and confidence, ideal for schools, families, and small groups.
   
• Multilingual Access (Coming Soon): Print and digital resources available in English, Spanish, and audiobook formats to ensure inclusive learning.
   
• Online Learning Portal: A dynamic platform offering full courses, workshops, and downloadable tools for schools, after-school programs, ministries, and community partners.
   

A Flat Organizational Structure for Affordable Excellence:
We operate with a lean, mission-driven structure. Our leadership team is hands-on in development and publishing, allowing us to minimize overhead and deliver high-quality, low-cost learning solutions. This model ensures affordability without sacrificing depth, impact, or cultural responsiveness.

We proudly collaborate with organizations such as schools, ministries, community nonprofits, and youth groups, bringing SEL tools and life-skills programs directly to the communities that need them most. These partnerships allow us to embed education into lived environments, co-create impactful experiences, and ensure lasting outcomes.

We are currently seeking new collaborators who share our commitment to emotional literacy, equity, and real-world learning. Whether you’re a local nonprofit, national network, or grassroots initiative, we invite you to partner with us to expand access, scale support, and build stronger communities, together.

The challenges of recent years have made one thing clear: emotional literacy isn’t optional, it’s essential. We’ve witnessed how tools like self-awareness, empathy, and communication can change the trajectory of a student, a family, or an entire community. That’s why we build resources that aren’t just informative, they’re transformational.