The Grouchies

by Debbie Wagenbach (2009, Magination Press, 9.95)
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What can you do when the grouchies take hold? How can you keep a bad mood at bay? With funny rhymes and a silly chant, this book shows kids simple and fun ways to turn around grouchy moods. But most of all, kids will understand how their mood and negativity can affect their family and friends, and really get in the way of having a good day. An extensive "Note to Parents" further explains the child's experience and provides parents with easy-to-apply tips and tools for helping kids when a grumpy day comes along. Color. Grades PreK-5. [10” x 8”...32 pages]

Tiger-Tiger, Is It True?: Four Questions to Make You Smile Again

by Byron Katie (2009, Hay House, 14.95/hardback)
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This story is about a little tiger who thinks that his whole world is falling apart: his parents don't love him, his friends have abandoned him, and life is unfair. But a wise turtle asks him four questions, and everything changes. He realizes that all his problems are not caused by things, but by his "thoughts" about things; and that when he questions his thoughts, life becomes wonderful again. This is a heartwarming story with a powerful message that can transform the lives of even very young children. Byron Katie's wisdom-filled words and Hans Wilhelm's vivid, magical illustrations combine to make a book that will become one of the classics of children's literature. Color. Grades K-5 (actually all ages). [9” x 10”...32 pages]

Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Mud and Rainbows

Compiled by Howard Binkow (2009, Thunderbolt Publishing, 15.00/hardback)
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Howard B. Wigglebottom took pride in being able to fix things and situations until he learned there was nothing he could do to help his friend Ali. Upset and frustrated and seeks help from his Mom. A simple, basic approach to the "Serenity Prayer," this book, the fourth in the Howard B. Wigglebottom series, teaches children how to indentify situations that can not be changed and make the best of it by looking for the positive side of things. Color. PreK-3. [10.5” x 8.5”...32 pages]

Bad Attitude: A Sure Way to Look Rather Silly!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2004, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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You know the kind. It's all about them. They claim the right to be belligerent; and end up looking and sounding ridiculous. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Part of the "Therapeutic Cartoons for Kids" Series!

Attitude Rehab for Students: Quips, Quotes, and Cartoons to Fix Dour Dispositions, K-12

Compiled by Dave and Nancy Craig (2008, Paperbacks for Educators, 9.95/spiral)
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The focus of this collection is on using sage quips, quotes, and cartoons to change negative attitudes in students K-12. The 450+ quips and quotes, and the 22 cartoons focus on how attitude infuses every part of the lives of students. The main body of the book is organized around 46 attitude categories. Here you will find words and phrases to plant. Some will likely germinate fairly soon. Some will take more time. Regardless, your efforts will impact students for years to come. Grades K-12. [7” x 8.5”...90 pages]

No Excuses!: How What You Say Can Get in Your Way

by Wayne Dyer (2009, Hay House, 14.95)
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This book demonstrates how excuses go far beyond "my dog ate my homework," and can actually become words that prevent your students from reaching their potential. The book follows a boy with a seemingly impossible dream who almost lets excuses ("I'm not smart enough"…"It's too hard," and so on) get in his way. He discovers, as will your students, that by following a few simple ideas and eliminating excuses…anything is possible. Color. Grades K-3. [9.5” x 11.5”...32 pages]

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