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Dr. Dale Atkins – author, former Today Show expert and psychologist – is best known for sharing guidance on how to navigate life’s complicated questions and uncomfortable feelings. She now has a new mission to help generations connect and experience the joy of being present.
Her new book The Turquoise Butterfly (Mascot Books; Jan. 6, 2026), inspired by her mother, is a tender and uplifting children’s story that captures the beauty of love, nature, courage, grief and transformation.
Atkins did a book event at Books and Books in Coconut Grove on Feb. 25.
In the book, Grandma Sylvia is an enchanting figure who embodies the spirit of a vibrant butterfly. She is warm and welcoming, fearless, and curious about everything. Her granddaughter, Victoria, often finds her belly fluttering when faced with new things and uncertainty.
However, Victoria finds comfort in Grandma Sylvia’s unconditional love, support, and guidance.
Together, they do many activities and experience their own metamorphosis, discovering ways to feel grounded, empowered, and self-reliant when handling all that life may bring even when feeling anxious about next steps and uncertain about change.
Woven throughout the story is the healing power of nature, offering gentle lessons about resilience and renewal. The butterfly becomes a luminous symbol of transformation, teaching young readers how to navigate loss, embrace shifts, and find hope in all life’s cycles. By connecting with nature, books, arts, swimming and other activities, young Victoria learns that grief can give way to growth and that love — like the seasons — endures.
A celebration of resilience, family bonds, and the eternal power of love, The Turquoise Butterfly is a heartwarming multigenerational tale that will resonate with readers young and old. Perfect for bedtime reading or as a meaningful gift, this story reminds us that even in the face of uncertainty – self-awareness, courage, and connection will always light the way.
About the Author
Dale Atkins is a licensed psychologist, educator, storyteller and nature enthusiast with more than 40 years of experience as a relationship expert focusing on families, wellness, managing stress, and living a balanced, meaningful life.
Author of eight books and many chapters, articles and journals for popular and professional audiences, Atkins is a featured speaker who lectures and leads seminars worldwide. Atkins has appeared regularly on NBC’s Today and CNN.
She has a private psychology practice in New York City and has been a member of and advisor to several nonprofit boards, including Jumpstart for Young Children. She holds a BS in Social Studies from NYU, a master’s degree in special education (Deafness) from Columbia University’s Teachers College, and a PhD from UCLA in Educational Psychology.
She and her husband have two children and six grandchildren and live in Connecticut.
Drawing on her own experiences with family, memory the cycles of change, and research in child development, she wrote The Turquoise Butterfly to help children and families explore the complex emotions of anxiety, grief and transformation in a hopeful, accessible way. Her work reflects a deep belief in the healing power of stories and the importance of honoring intergenerational bonds.
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