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Camilla Chameleon
by Colleen Sydor (2007, Kids Can Press, 6.95)
[Check/Credit Card Price...Less 21%
= 5.49]
Camilla's capability to blend into her surroundings means she can play all sorts of tricks at school, until one day her teacher thinks of a way in which she can use her ability to make a real contribution. After a noisy mishap in front of her whole class, a uniquely talented and very strange-looking girl discovers that standing out isn't so bad after all. Color. Grades PreK-3. [10” x 9”...32 pages]
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Zoe the Misfit
by Ellen Dee Davidson (2007, Boulden, 8.95)
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= 7.07]
Zoe is a green triangle in a world of red circles trying her best to fit in…and not succeeding. To her surprise, she discovers that there are lots of other shapes, each unique in their own way, just like her. A lesson about accepting and being content with who you are. Zoe learns quickly that trying to be someone she's not, just doesn't work. [8.5” x 7.5”...20 pages]
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Quick As a Cricket
by Audrey Wood (2007, Child's Play, 7.99)
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= 6.31]
A joyful celebration of self-awareness by a popular author. Essentially a celebration of a child's growing self-awareness, and a prime example of how books can contribute to this. Color. Grades PreK-2. [9” x 10”...32 pages]
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What I Like About Me!: A Book Celebrating Differences
by Allia Zobel-Nolan (2005, Reader's Digest, 14.99/hardback)
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The kids in this story are as different as night and day, and they love it. Some adore the fact that their braces dazzle and gleam, others feel distinguished when they wear their glasses. This book features entertaining flaps, pull tabs, and touch-and-feel elements. It delivers important messages about acceptance, understanding, and confidence, and shows kids that being different makes them unique. Color. Grades K-3. [10” x 10”...14
pages]
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Tacky in Trouble
by Helen Lester (2005, Houghton Mifflin, 6.95)
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Tacky
the Penguin goes windsurfing and almost ends up as a centerpiece
when an elephant mistakes his floral shirt for a bouquet of flowers,
in this hilarious jungle mix-up by the author of Tacky
the Penguin. Color. Grades K-3. [8.5” x
9.5”...32 pages]
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Be the Star That You Are!: A Book for Kids Who Feel Different
by J.S. Jackson (2005, Abbey Press, 7.95)
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Children feel "different" for many reasons. Adults must acknowledge
these feelings, and at the same time reassure children that the
characteristics which set them apart also make each of them a
unique gift to the world. With the help of the sprightly elves
in this book, you can encourage your child to accept, value,
and celebrate the differences among us! [8” x 8"…32
pages]
This book is part of The
Elf-Help Books for Kids Series.
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Friends of a Feather: One of Life's Little Fables
by Bill Cosby (2003, HarperCollins, 16.95/hardback)
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The story of a zealous bird who learns to soar from the under the shadow of his best friend's wing. A powerful message about being oneself and the glorious freedom that can bring. Intended as a tribute to Dr. Cosby's son, Ennis, the book ultimately celebrates all of us who strive to become our best selves. Grades 2-5. [10” x 9”...48
pages]
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Hooray for You!: A Celebration of "You-Ness"
by Marianne Richmond (2001, Marianne Richmond Studios Inc, 15.95/hardback)
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Featuring playful verse and illustrations, this book takes readers on a head-to-toe journey, honoring the remarkable individuality bestowed on all of us. Besides being a wonderful book to read to any group of children, you will find this a perfect gift of congratuations to commemorate the simplest or most significant life accomplishments. Grades K-5. [10” x 10”...40 pages]
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Stephanie's Ponytail
by Robert Munsch (1996, Annick Press, 6.95)
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The story of one girl's experiment with self-expression—through hair. Each of Stephanie's self-styled ponytails is more outrageous than the last, while the cast of student copycats grows and grows. The strong female voice will speak to many, asserting the importance of individuality and independent thought. Color. Grades 1-3. [8” x 8”...24 pages]
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Unique Monique
by Maria Rousaki (2003, Kane Miller, 7.95)
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Monique is too unique for a school uniform. Her not so subtle
attempts to subvert it with outlandish sunglasses, hair doohickeys,
hats, nail polish and purses are shut down at every turn—until
she gets colorful braces. Color. Grades K-4. [8” x 11.5”...32
pages]
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Oliver Onion: The Onion Who Learns to Accept and Be Himself
by Diane Murrell (2004, Autism Asperger Publishing Co.,
17.95/hardback)
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Oliver the Onion doesn't like himself. But when he decides
to try on the "look" of a tempting-looking orange,
he soon realizes that he cannot run away from who he is, but
should instead celebrate his uniqueness. Color. Grades K-3. [11.5” x
9”...32 pages]
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Marsupial Sue
by John Lithgow (2001, Aladdin, 7.99)
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The story of a young kangaroo who longs to be anything but
a kangaroo. Until she discovers why it's best to be who she
is. Includes a musical score. Great color illustrations. Grades
1-4. [8.5” x 11”...40 pages]
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Incredible Me!
by Kathi Appelt (2003, HarperCollins, 16.99/hardback)
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An exuberant young girl celebrates all the special qualities
that make her—and each and every other person—unique.
Color. Grades K-3. [8” x
9”...32 pages]
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Miss Hunnicutt's Hat
by Jeff Brumbeau (2003, Orchard Books, 16.95/hardback)
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The residents of Littleton want to make a proper impression for
the Queen, but Miss Hunnicutt decides to wear her new hat—which
has a clucking chicken on top. When the Queen arrives sporting
a similar hat, the town learns a lesson in tolerance. A delightful
tale about simply being yourself. Color. Grades 1-5. [9” x
10”...48 pages]
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I Am Me
by Karla Kuskin (2000,
Simon & Schuster, 15.99/hardback)
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An exuberant declaration of individuality. During a fun day
at the beach, a girl’s loving relatives see themselves
in her. But the little girl can’t resist declaring to everyone
she sees that she is also “...positively, absolutely, altogether—NO
ONE ELSE BUT ME!” Color. Grades K-2. [9” x 9”...32
pages]
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Score One for the Sloths
by Helen Lester (2003, Houghton Mifflin, 5.95)
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At the Sleepy Valley Sloth School, new classmate Sparky is
a real pest as she moves about more than anyone else, but when
the school is in jeopardy of closing due to poor grades, Sparky's
entire class looks to her for help in saving their institution.
A humorous tale that celebrates the value of individuality and
being true to oneself. Color. Grades K-3. [8.5” x 9.5”...32
pages]
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Sylvester and the Magic Pebble
by William Steig (1969, Aladdin, 7.99)
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In a moment of fright, Sylvester the donkey asks his magic
pebble to turn him into a rock. But, then he can not hold the
pebble to wish himself back to normal again. Color. Grades
2-5. [8” x 11”...32 pages]
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