Early Childhood Education
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Cheri J. Meiners, Penny Weber I Share: A board book about being kind and generous
A little girl finds she has plenty to share. “I have some special things that belong just to me. I want to get along. What can I do?” So begins this charming book that guides young children to see that sharing is their choice, why they might choose to share, and how sharing can be good for everyone. A little girl thinks about the way her family, her friends, and other children share with her—and how happy she feels when this happens. “I might think, ‘That’s how I want to be!’ I want to show that I care. So I may choose to say ‘Yes!’” Colorful scenes in a variety of settings help little ones see that everyone has “plenty to share.”
$15.50
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Cheri J. Meiners, Penny Weber I Speak Up: A board book about self-expression and communication
A little boy learns to say what he wants, use kind words, and ask for help. “I love to talk with people!” announces the toddler narrator of this charming board book. Language is an essential communication skill and an important avenue for self-expression, meeting needs, conversation, problem-solving, and cooperation. “My friend and I talk about things we both like. We get along.” Through simple text and engaging, realistic illustrations, young children learn when, why, and how to speak up: in order to share feelings, wants, and interests; to say thank you and ask for help; and to offer kind words and feel a sense of belonging. Includes tips and information for teachers, parents, and caregivers and downloadable bonus activities.
$15.50
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Barney Saltzberg I Want to Be Mad for a While!
Discover a universally relatable story about one little cat who just wants to be MAD... at least for a little while! With gentle text and bold, vibrant illustrations, Barney Saltzberg encourages readers to "feel what they feel" and express their emotions, helping young ones develop key tools for social-emotional literacy. A must-have for any toddler caregiver. This book empowers children on the topic of anger, letting them know that it's okay to feel mad sometimes. Because after you let yourself feel mad... then you can start to feel GLAD! Reommended Ages 3 to 5
$14.95
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Julia Cook I Want To Be The Only Dog
In this funny and easy-to-relate-to story, see how Jake, Angus, and Kirby view their "siblings." Jake remembers what it was like when his life was perfect, and he was still the only dog. Angus hates being stuck in the middle. And Kirby just feels like she's always bossed around. Chuckle over the silly antics of these pooches while being reminded that siblings provide lifelong lessons in tolerance, patience, sharing, and conflict resolution...plus siblings make cleaning up a lot easier!
$15.95
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Elizabeth Crary, Marina Megale I Want to Play
A young boy considers eight ways to get someone to play with him, while the text encourages problem solving by looking at alternatives and possible consequences. Ages 4-8
$11.95
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Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Tom Lichtenheld I Wish You More
The infallible team of Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld have combined their extraordinary talents to create this exuberant book of endless good wishes. Wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, laughter and peace. Whether celebrating life's joyous milestones, sharing words of encouragement, or observing the wonder of everyday moments, this sweet and uplifting book is perfect for wishers of every age.
$22.50
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Hans Wilhelm I'll Always Love You
In this gentle, moving story, Elfie, a dachshund, and her special boy progress happily through life together. One morning Elfie does not wake up. The family grieves and buries her. The watercolor illustrations, tender and warm in color and mood, suit the simple text perfectly. Ages 3-7
$10.95
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Elizabeth Crary, Jean Whitney I'm Excited
Crary's series helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. It also helps them distinguish between feelings and actions. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way. I'm excited helps young readers determine ways to express their excitement and energy appropriately.
$13.95
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Elizabeth Crary, Jean Whitney I'm Frustrated
Too often kids' feelings get ignored. "I'm Frustrated" is part of the "Dealing with Feelings" series that helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. It also helps them distinguish between feelings and actions. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings by utilizing the "choose-your-own-ending" format. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way.
$13.95
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Lory Britain I'm Happy Sad Today
Making Sense of Mixed-Together Feelings Happy, and also sad. Excited, but nervous too. Feeling friendly, with a little shyness mixed in. Mixed feelings are natural, but they can be confusing. There are different kinds of happy - the quiet kind and the "noisy, giggly, jump and run" kind. And there are conflicting feelings, like proud and jealous, frustrated and determined. With gentle messaging and charming illustrations, a little girl talks about her many layered feelings, ultimately concluding, "When I have more than one feeling inside me, I don't have to choose just one. I know that all my feelings are okay at the same time". A special section for adults presents ideas for helping children explore their emotions, build a vocabulary of feeling words, know what to do if they feel overwhelmed, and more.
$26.50
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Cindy Gainer, Miki Sakamoto I'm Like You You're Like Me: A Book About Understanding And Appreciating Each Other
This book teaches children tolerance and respect for others, listening, understanding, kindness, and cooperation. The simple text illustrations provide examples of ways children can cooperate, and appreciate one another. Bright, cheerful art adds depicts children of various backgrounds playing and working together. Suggestions for sharing and using this book, as well as activities to reinforce the concepts, appear at the end. With the focus on kindness, respect, and tolerance, this title is an appropriate teaching tool for an early-childhood environment. Leader's Guide sold separately.
$26.50
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Cheri J. Meiners, Penny Weber I'm Me: A Board Book About Confidence and Self-Worth
Affirmations for children foster confidence and a sense of self-worth. “I like being me. I know I matter.” Filled with affirmations for children, I’m Me can inspire confidence in children by acknowledging and respecting their inherent worth as human beings. “I feel loved and important just the way I am.” Gentle and encouraging, this board book helps toddlers understand their value and know that they matter. With affirmations for children and warm illustrations, I’m Me encourages children to grow their confidence through the quality of their relationships and from their own efforts and achievements. A section for adults offers tips on talking about the book together, along with activities for fostering confidence and a sense of self-worth in young children, such as role playing and creating “I’m Important” posters. Access to a digital download with additional ideas about confidence is also provided.
$15.50
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Elizabeth Crary, Jean Whitney I'm Proud
Crary's series helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. It also helps them distinguish between feelings and actions. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way. I'm Proud demonstrates the importance of positive emotions like pride. It also reminds us how much children want their "small" accomplishments recognized, as Mandy does when she learns to tie her shoes.
$13.95
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Elizabeth Crary, Jean Whitney I'm Scared
Crary's series helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. It also helps them distinguish between feelings and actions. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way. In this story, Tracy is anxious to meet her new neighbor kids, but she's frightened that their big dog might bite, just like another neighborhood dog did. What should she do?
$13.95
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Kyle Lukoff, Julie Kwon I'm Sorry You Got Mad
Newbery Honor winner Kyle Lukoff explores the importance of learning to apologize. Jack wants to apologize for hurting Zoe's feelings. He just can't seem to find the right words. Turns out there's more to an apology than just saying "I'm sorry." Elevated by equally charming illustrations and text, I'm Sorry You Got Mad is a journey in learning the importance of an apology that goes deeper than just words.
$24.99
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Janet Lawler, Alison Jay If Kisses Were Colors Board Book
Perfect for any day, this tender little board book celebrates the immeasurable love of a parent for a child- warmer than a wool blanket, sturdier than an oak tree, brighter than a rainbow. Lyrical verse is complemented by Alison Jay's delicate, whimsical paintings. A perfect baby shower gift and bedtime book, this timeless gem will soothe and delight adults as well as their babies and toddlers.
$9.95
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Kadir Nelson If You Plant A Seed: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids
The bestselling book about the power of a single kind act from Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Award winner Kadir Nelson is now an adorable board book. If you plant a carrot seed . . . a carrot will grow. If you plant a cabbage seed . . . cabbage will grow. But what happens if you plant a seed of kindness . . . or selfishness? With spare text and breathtaking oil paintings, If You Plant a Seed demonstrates not only the process of planting and growing for young children but also how a seed of kindness can bear sweet fruit.
$12.50
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Mackenzie Porter, Jenny Løvlie In My Heart
This lovely board book perfectly captures the sentiment that many women feel about being a working mom. The lyrical text takes us through a mother's day away, showing us that although she's working hard, her child is always on her mind and always in her heart.
$10.99
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Jo Witek In My Room: A Book of Creativity and Imagination
In her room, one little girl can be anything she wants to be and go anywhere she wishes to go, all with the power of her imagination (and paper, markers, and crayons, of course!). She can go on safari or sail the seven seas. She can be a doctor, teacher, or high-powered businesswoman. The sky's the limit! And when the day is over, she can become a little girl again, safe in her room. (One of Growing Hearts series).
$21.95
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Rachel Emily, Jodie Howard In You I See: A Story That Celebrates The Beauty Within
Are you as joyful and bright as a daffodil? Or as bold and brave as a tiger? In You I See highlights and celebrates the colorful layers and attributes we all can have. It teaches your little ones that there is more to people than meets the eye, you just have to look.
$22.99
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Jo Witek, Christine Roussey In Your Cozy Bed Board Book
From Jo Witek and Christine Roussey, the team behind In My Heart and the Growing Hearts series, comes this soothing bedtime board book, In Your Cozy Bed. Told from the point of view of a loving parent, a child is gently guided to get ready for bed, say goodnight to favorite toys, and finally settle into sleep. Like the rest of the Growing Hearts series, this book features a die-cut front cover for added appeal and gift ability.
$12.99
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Patrice Karst Invisible String Paperback Edition
"That's impossible," said twins Jeremy & Liza after their Mom told them they're all connected by this thing called an Invisible String. "What kind of string?" They asked with a confused look to which Mom replied, "An Invisible String made of love." The Invisible String is a very simple approach to overcoming the fear of loneliness or separation from parents, with an imaginative flair that children can easily identify with and remember. Here is a warm and delightful lesson teaching young and old that we aren't ever really alone. Also available in hardcover.
$12.99
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Andy J. Pizza & Sophie Miller Invisible Things
This creatively wacky exploration of the invisible things that make up the human experience encourages readers to look past the visible and connect with the things that are not seen. If we could put on a pair of magical invisible glasses and see all the feelings, ideas, and other invisible things that populate our world, what would they look like? Could you see an itch? Could you describe hope? From the sound of a dog barking to the rainbow-MAGIC taste of a lollipop, from gratitude to grit, this book will help you meet the many interesting sensations that follow you every day, even if you can't see them. Explore the way a sad song can sometimes make you happy and discover that laughs - even fake ones-can multiply faster than you'd imagine. As readers give these unknown forces a name, they'll also find a gentle invitation to pause, take a deep breath, and reflect on the invisible things at work in their own lives.
$26.99
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Invisible Things Feelings Flash Cards
What Invisible Things will you discover today? These stylish feelings flash cards introduce 19 different personified emotions-plus 1 blank make-your-own card to personalize. Each durable card features a wacky illustration of an Invisible Thing on one side and a fun description on the reverse. From Feelings Charades to picking an Invisible Thing of the Week, there are so many ways to use these cards! A list of inspiring ideas is provided, including:Feelings Chart: Review the cards and select the Invisible Things you relate to right now.Social Prompt: Pick a card at random and share a time when you met that Invisible Thing.Art Prompt: Select a card and draw your idea of what that Invisible Thing would look like.Story Discussion: Read a book and discuss which Invisible Things appear in the plot and characters.
$22.50
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