Cheri J. Meiners
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"Everything has a place. Things last longer when we take care of them. Showing respect, responsibility, and stewardship are social skills that even young children can relate to--because they have things they value. In both English and Spanish, this book encourages children to pick up after themselves, put things back where they belong, and ask permission to use things that don't belong to them. It also teaches simple environmental awareness: respecting...
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"Un libro sobre el reconocimiento y entendimiento de las emociones. 'A veces me siento contento, luego deprimido y después contento otra vez, ¡y todo me sucede en un solo día!' Esta reconfortante lecutra ayuda a los niños pequeños a identificar sus sentimientos y a reconocer que sus acciones pueden afectar la manera como se sienten. Cuando los sentimientos son difíciles de controlar, los niños pueden pedir ayuda, hablar sobre lo que les molesta,...
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"'¡Me gusta mucho hablar con la gente!' Un niño ofrece ejemplos sencillos de cuando, por qué y cómo hablar. A medida que los niños pequeños comparten este libro, también pueden aprovechar el poder del lenguaje hablado."--Provided by publisher.
"In this English-Spanish bilingual book, a little boy learns to say what he wants, use kind words, and ask for help"--
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"The world is becoming more diverse, and so are the daily lives of our children. Accepting and valuing people and groups who are different from oneself and one's family is an important social skill. In simple words and warm, colorful illustrations, this book introduces diversity and related concepts: respecting differences, finding similarities, being inclusive, and appreciating people just the way they are. Made to be read aloud, this book also includes...
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"Even very young children can do their part to make the world a better place. This book begins with the concept of gratitude, because feeling grateful is a powerful motivator for giving back. Simple words and inspiring illustrations show boys and girls contributing in meaningful ways. Children learn that they can share their things, their time, and their talents-and that giving is like a circle, bringing goodness back to them. Made to be read aloud,...
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"It's hard to try new things-for adults as well as children. It's hard to stick with it when something is more difficult than we thought, or doesn't work out the way we planned. In simple words and realistic illustrations, this book teaches children about flexibility and perseverance-skills essential to success in all areas of life, at all ages and stages. Made to be read aloud, this book also includes a special section for adults, with discussion...
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"Children today have many fears, both real and imagined. This book helps children understand their fears and teaches basic coping skills. Simple words and inviting illustrations show little ones that they're not alone, there are many people they can talk to, and they can even help themselves feel better, stronger, and safer. Made to be read aloud, this book also includes a special section for adults, with ideas for supporting children when they feel...
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"Hazards, accidents, risk, strangers. . . . The world can seem so perilous, especially where our children are concerned. But even very young children can learn basic skills for staying safe in everyday situations and preparing for emergencies. In simple words and supporting illustrations, this book teaches little ones how to avoid potential dangers, ask for help, follow directions, use things carefully, and plan ahead. Made to be read aloud, this...
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"Empathy-a sincere, personal understanding of how another person feels-is essential to healthy relationships. This book builds empathy in children. In child-friendly words and supporting illustrations, it helps them to understand that other people have feelings like theirs- and different from theirs. It guides them to show they care by listening to others and respecting their feelings. Made to be read aloud, this book also includes a special section...