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Goldie Hawn is embarking on a new career venture, teaming up with Lin Oliver to convey a message of kindness to children.

The Washington, D.C. native, 79, and Oliver, 78, are releasing an upcoming book series, The After-School Kindness Crew. The series, aimed at readers ages 8 to 12, is described by publisher Penguin Workshop as being “about friendship, community and the power of kindness, encouraging readers to take breaks and deep breaths as they read along.”

The first installment, The After-School Kindness Crew #1: Pooch on the Loose, is scheduled to hit shelves next spring.

The story follows Tony, Mia, and River, three students in Ms. Gold’s fourth-grade classroom who form the After-School Kindness Crew. Their goal is to bring joy to those around them.

The book explores the origins of the crew and a day packed with adventures. According to the synopsis, “From an escaped snake to a rowdy dog let loose from his cage to disguises slipped on to save the day, the hijinks and humor continue from start to finish.”

A unique feature of the series is the incorporation of “brain breaks,” designed to give young readers moments to pause, breathe, and be mindful while enjoying the story.

In a statement shared with People, Hawn said, “I wanted to create these relatable stories to remind children of the power of kindness, while giving them moments of laughter and calm.” She added, “The brain breaks woven throughout each book invite children to pause, breathe, and reconnect with joy. What could be better?”

Hawn’s commitment to children’s wellbeing extends beyond her writing. The Private Benjamin star is the founder of the Goldie Hawn Foundation, which includes the MindUP program, a mental health initiative designed to help children manage stress and perform better in school.

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Hawn has also previously authored the memoir A Lotus Grows in the Mud and the parenting book with companion journal, 10 Mindful Minutes.

Oliver, who has written more than 65 children’s books, spoke about the collaboration and the message behind the series. “The principles developed by the MindUP program stress kindness, self-awareness and empathy. It’s been an absolute pleasure to create The After-School Kindness Crew, the story of three outlier kids who form a club that promotes these values and puts them into everyday action,” she said. She added, “I hope our books provide readers with lots of laughs and fun, while at the same time, modeling what all kids can do to create a kinder, gentler, more compassionate world.”

Oliver is known for her collaborations with Henry Winkler on the Detective Duck series, the Hank Zipzer books, and Alien Superstar.

The After-School Kindness Crew #1: Pooch on the Loose is scheduled for release on May 5, 2026, and is now available for preorder at your local bookstore.