My Mouth Is a Volcano

by Julia Cook (2006, CTC Publishing, 9.95)
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Louis always interrupts! All of his thoughts are very important to him and when he has something to say, his words rumble and grumble in his tummy, they wiggle and jiggle on his tongue, and press firmly against his teeth, right before he ERUPTS (or interrupts). His mouth is a volcano! But when others begin to interrupt Louis, he learns how to respectfully wait for his turn to talk. Color. Grades K-4. [9” x 8”...32 pages]

My Mom Thinks She's My Volleyball Coach…but She's Not

by Julia Cook (2007, CTC Publishing, 9.95)
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Julia Cook has captured the heart and soul of what is happening with many parents as they watch their kids compete in the Volleyball arena. How better to show us what an impact we have on our kids through such a fun book. Color. Grades K-4. [9” x 8”...32 pages]

It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel

by Jaime Lee Curtis (2004, Joanna Cotler Books, 16.99/hardback)
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It's definitely hard to be five, but Jamie Lee Curtis's rhyming verses and Laura Cornell's playful illustrations make learning self-control a little bit easier and a lot more fun. This is the author/illustrator duo's sixth book for kids. Color. Grades PreK-3. [10.5” x 9”...32 pages]

Arthur's Computer Disaster

by Marc Brown (1997, Little, Brown, 6.99)
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When Arthur’s mother leaves for work, she tells him to stay away from the computer. Arthur just can’t resist the temptation. And disobedience leads to disaster. Color. Grades K-3. [8.5” x 11”...32 pages]

Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse

by Kevin Henkes (1996, Greenwillow, 16.99/hardback)
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The irrepressible Lilly, a mouse, loves everything about school, especially her teacher. But learning discipline, self-control, consideration for others, and, eventually, forgiveness comes a little harder. Her adventures provide a wonderful opening for discussing self-control and communication at school. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

Me First

by Helen Lester (1992, Houghton Mifflin, 6.95)
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The story about a plump, delightfully expressive pig named Pinkerton. Who, always, insists on being first. That is, until he makes the mistake of rushing for a sandwich. Unfortunately, one that turns out not to be the edible kind. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 9.5”...32 pages]

Elizabeth, Who Is Not a Saint

by Kathleen Szaj (1997, Paulist Press, 8.95)
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Elizabeth is definitely not a saint. She's strong-willed and acts on every impulse. Her Grandma Sophie also has an indomitable will. But her grandmother knows how to tame Elizabeth's wild spirit and channel her creativity. And, all the while, remaining her true self. Color. Grades 1-5. [7” x 8”...32 pages]

The Rabbit Who Lost His Hop

by Marcia Shoshana Nass (2004, Childswork/Childsplay, 12.50)
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In this entertaining story, Ricky Rabbit has forgotten how to hop. Instead, he just runs and races around, totally out of control. He can`t even play hopscotch like the other rabbits, because he just doesn`t have enough self-control. Fortunately, Ricky goes to an understanding counselor, who teaches him how to stop, relax, and think. With practice, Ricky learns to control his impulsivity and overactivity—and gets back his hop. For ages 4-8. (The Kit comes with the book, a Rabbit figure and Activity Sheet for 19.95.) [8.5” x 11”...76 pages]

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