Cheri J. Meiners

Talks about picking up after yourself, putting things back where they belong, and asking permission to use other people's things.

Learn how important it is to keep trying and not give up.

Explores how one can understand other people's feelings and how to be a good friend to someone who is feeling happy or sad.

Empower children to recognize their individual worth and develop confidence in themselves, their abilities, and the choices they make. Children learn that they can speak up, expect and show respect, try new things, and believe in themselves. Confidence-bu

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...

It's never too soon to learn the difference between what's true and what isn't. Words and pictures help young children discover that being honest in words and actions builds trust and self-confidence. They also learn that telling the truth sometimes takes courage and tact. Includes discussion questions, skits, scenarios, and games that reinforce the ideas being taught.

Even very young children can help to make the world a better place. This book begins with the concept of gratitude, because feeling grateful is a powerful motivator. Words and pictures show children contributing to their community in simple yet meaningful ways. Includes discussion questions, a philanthropy role-play, generosity games, and ideas for service projects.

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 enc

A sense of optimism is a key ingredient to success in life. Guide young children to develop a positive outlook and discover how the choices they make can lead to feeling happy and capable. This friendly, encouraging book introduces preschool and primary-age children to ways of thinking and acting that will help them feel good about themselves and their lives, stay on course when things don't go their way, and contribute to other people's happiness,...

Introduce kids, in English and Spanish, to respecting differences, being inclusive, and appreciating people the way they are. The world is diverse, and so are the daily lives of children. Accepting and valuing people and groups who are different from oneself and one's immediate family are critical social skills. This English-Spanish bilingual book introduces vital character education concepts: respecting differences, being inclusive, and appreciating...