Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (April 15, 2006) Language: English The world is becoming more diverse, and so are the daily lives of our children.Accepting and valuing people and groups who are different...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (November 15, 2006) Language: English The world can seem so perilous, especially where our children are concerned. But even very young children can learn basic skills...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (August 25, 2007) Language: English Its never too soon to learn the difference between whats true and what isnt. Words and pictures help young children discover that...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; 1ST edition (December 15, 2003) Language: English When children are kind, courteous, and respectful, people enjoy being around them and reciprocate with the same behavior....

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; 1 edition (May 1, 2010) Language: English Everyone gets angry, so its never too early for children to learn to recognize feelings of anger, express them, and build...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; 1 edition (December 15, 2003) Language: English Its fun to make friends and play with others, but its not always easy to do. You have to make an effort, and you have...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (March 31, 2005) Language: English A child who cant follow rules is a child whos always in trouble. This book starts with simple reasons why we have rules: to help...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (April 15, 2006) Language: English Even very young children can help to make the world a better place. This book begins with the concept of gratitude, because feeling...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (September 15, 2004) Language: English Everything has a place. Things last longer when we take care of them. Respect, responsibility, and stewardship are concepts that...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; 1 edition (March 15, 2003) Language: English Sharing is a social skill all children need to learn the sooner the better. Concrete examples and reinforcing illustrations...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (March 15, 2005) Language: English Whats the best way to solve problems between people? By talking them over and working them out. Its never too soon for children to...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (September 15, 2004) Language: English Its hard to try new things for adults as well as children. Its even harder to stay the course when something is more difficult...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (August 15, 2003) Language: English Empathy is key to positive, healthy relationships. This book builds empathy in children. In clear, child-friendly words and illustrations,...

Age Range: 4 - 8 years Grade Level: Preschool and up Series: Learning to Get Along Paperback: 40 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (August 15, 2003) Language: English Children today have many fears, both real and imagined. Encouraging words and supportive illustrations guide children to face their...

Mama and Daddy Bear's Divorce by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) One sad day, Mama and Daddy Bear say they are getting a divorce. Daddy won't live at home anymore. Dinah is scared and sad. She wonders if she'll ever see Daddy again. Age Range: 3 - 6 years Grade Level: Preschool...

Manners by Aliki (Author, Illustrator) "Aliki makes manners accessible to children through colorful cartoon-style illustrations designed to teach some of the basics....Her lively primer sparkles with examples....There's plenty to learn, plenty to look at, and plenty to share in a cleverbook that demonstrates...

My Big Fat Secret: How Jenna Takes Control of Her Emotions and Eating by Lynn R. Schechter (Author), Jason Chin (Illustrator) Jenna is having a tough time in middle school. She just turned 12, she hates gym, and she's overweight. Jenna has good friends and cool hobbies, but when some of her classmates...

On Monday When It Rained by Cherryl Kachenmeister (Author), Tom Berthiaume (Illustrator) In simple, straightforward text and marvelously expressive pictures, the author and photographer have captured the thoughts and feelings of one small boy. Whether he is proud or scared, lonely or excited, the boy...

Oops, Sorry!: A First Book of Manners by Richard Morgan (Author) Here's a bright, cheerfully illustrated little story with a quiz for toddlers. Here's one of its questions! "If someone gives you something nice, what do you say?" The answer appears on the opposite page: "Thank you!" That something nice...

Monster Manners A Happy Home, A Cool School and Out and About Give your little monster an extreme monster manners make-over. Through humorous illustrations and easy-to-comprehend text, this series of three books teach basic manners for home, school and out on the town. Products: A Happy...

Sam and the Lucky Money by Karen Chinn (Author), Cornelius Van Wright (Illustrator), Ying-Hwa Hu (Illustrator) Sam can hardly wait to go shopping with his mom. It's Chinese New Year's day and his grandparents have given him the traditional gift of lucky money red envelopes called leisees (lay-sees)....

Inspired by real-life events of a talented 10-year old inventor, this character-building story is packed with humour, educational elements and interesting facts. Scott Sun is a talented young boy who develops inventions to solve real-life problems. His quest for a young inventors' award brings readers...

See You Later, Mom! by Jennifer Northway (Author) William is very excited about his first day of preschool, but when he gets there it s a little bit scary. He doesn t feel like painting or playing or hanging out with the other children, so his mother stays with him. The next day, William and his mom...

The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson (Author), Axel Scheffler (Illustrator) When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able...

Sometimes I'm Bombaloo by Rachel Vail (Author), Yumi Heo (Illustrator) Vail & Heo deliver a wise, warm take on tantrums. Let the Scholastic Bookshelf be your guide through the whole range of your child's experiences--laugh with them, learn with them, read with them! Category: Feelings Sometimes, Katie...

The Spiffiest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson (Author), Axel Scheffler (Illustrator) When George the giant spies a shop full of wonderful clothes, he decides to treat himself to a new outfit. He puts on his new shirt, pants, shoes, and tie, and is immediately transformed from the scruffiest giant in...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Board book: 24 pages Illustrated: color illust. Language: English Daily transitions and routines can be a challenge for any toddler, as well as parents and caregivers. These positive books can help ease the many trying times that are a part of every toddlers day. Share them before...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (November 15, 2008) Language: English Naps are just a little break but when its naptime, many toddlers have trouble settling into sleep. This calming, encouraging book helps young children quiet down so...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Board Book edition (May 1, 2010) Language: English Ease little ones into the get-ready-for-bed routine with this warm and cozy bedtime book. Aided by Mom and Dad, a sister and brother enjoy a little snack,...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (August 10, 2008) Language: English Being dropped off at childcare or cared for by a baby-sitter means saying good-bye to Mom or Dad and for many toddlers, bye-bye is a big deal. This gentle book helps...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Board Book edition (May 1, 2010) Language: English Every parent, caregiver and toddler knows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (August 10, 2008) Language: English Toddlers will look forward to clean-up time with this simple rhyming book that encourages them to chant along as they tidy up. Young children learn to work together...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (November 15, 2008) Language: English Put away the wiggles. Put away the giggles. Listening works better when your bodys calm and still. When its time for young children to listen closely, this book sets...

Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Board Book edition (August 1, 2009) Language: English Manners start with a smile then you add the words. There are polite words to use when you greet someone, ask for something, or (oops!) make a mistake. Theres even a nice...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Brdbk edition (April 1, 2011) Language: English Mealtime Yummy-in-the-tummy time is an opportunity to teach young children two major life skills: nutrition and table manners. Simple but important mealtime...

Age Range: 1 - 3 years Series: Toddler Tools Board book: 24 pages Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Brdbk edition ( November 1, 2011 ) Language: English With On-the-Go Time , shopping and errands really can mean fewer hassles and more fun for everyone! Toddlers learn simple tools and encouragement to...

Sometimes its fun to share, and sometimes its hard. This book offers toddlers simple choices (take turns, use the toy together, wait for another time) to make sharing easier, and shows them where to turn for help when sharing is difficult. Little ones learn that sharing can mean double the fun and sharing...

When I Care about Others (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) In this simple book, the author begins by helping children see that when they are sick, hurt, or unhappy, others care about them. Children can then begin to see that others need to be cared about...

When I Feel Angry (The Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) Anger is a scary emotion for young children, their parents, and caregivers. As this little bunny experiences the things that make her angry, she also learns ways to deal with her anger--ways that...

When I Feel Good about Myself (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) This book offers children positive and upbeat examples about being themselves. The author portrays a very young guinea pig and friends feeling good about themselves through common situations...

When I Feel Jealous (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) A bear cub describes situations that make her jealous: when someone has something she wants, when someone is good at something she wants to be good at, and when someone else gets all the attention....

When I Feel Sad (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) A young guinea pig describes situations that make him sad, how it feels to be sad, and how he can feel better, in a tale that uses simple and reassuring language to help young children understand and...

When I Feel Scared (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman (Author), Kathy Parkinson (Illustrator) A young guinea pig describes situations that make him sad, how it feels to be sad, and how he can feel better, in a tale that uses simple and reassuring language to help young children understand and...

When I Was Little: A Four-Year-Old's Memoir of Her Youth by Jamie Lee Curtis (Author), Laura Cornell (Illustrator) "When I was little, I could hardly do anything. But now I can do lots of things, like braid my own hair and go to nmusery school. I'm not a baby anymore. I'm me!" Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura...

When You're Mad and You Know It (Feelings for Little Children) Board book by Elizabeth Crary (Author), Shari Steelsmith (Author), Mits Katayama (Illustrator) Toddlers love acting out this book that shows what they can do when they are mad-like "shake it out." It helps them gradually learn that there...

When You're Shy and You Know It (Feelings for Little Children) Board book by Elizabeth Crary (Author), Shari Steelsmith (Author), Mits Katayama (Illustrator) Toddlers feel emotions just as older children and adults do. Their frustrations at their inability to say how they feel can be eased with these...

Will I Have a Friend? by Miriam Cohen (Author), Lillian Hoban (Illustrator) Library of Congress Children's Book of the Year When Pa was taking Jim to school for the first time, Jim said, "Will I have a friend at school?" "I think you will," said Pa. But even his father's gentle reassurance doesn't make...