I Didn’t Know I Could Be the Child Left Behind

by Melissa Crawford Richards (2008, MarCo, 20.95)
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This book focuses on what can happen when children don’t take school seriously. It begins with a clever, reproducible story that can read by or to students. Each illustrated page includes minimal text with a larger corresponding picture. Educators may amplify the message of this direct, to-the-point story with the additional eight lessons that emphasize the importance of good work habits, listening, homework, healthful living, and test-taking. These lessons include additional stories, discussion questions, and activities. Reproducible supplementary activity sheets and suggestions for presenting the program to Grades K-2 and 3-5 are also included. Grades K-5. [8.5” x 11”...118 pages]

It's NOT the Stork: A Book about Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families and Friends

by Robie Harris (2008, Candlewick Press, 11.99)
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From the expert team behind It's Perfectly Normal!and It's So Amazing! comes a book for younger children about their bodies--a resource that parents, teachers, librarians, health care providers, and clergy can use with ease and confidence. Color. Grades PreK-3. [10" x 12”...64 pages]

Storytelling Guidance II: Five Reproducible Interactive Stories with Activities for Young Children

by Melinda Villegas (2008, MarCo, 17.95)
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Maintaining the format of the author's, "Storytelling Guidance," this book includes five reproducible short stories that give young children the opportunity to read about important life-skills. The format allows the presenter to involve children as the story is being read, rather than waiting until the end of the story. Leaders know immediately if the concepts are learned and children have fun doing the activity presented. These stories provide lessons in reading, language arts, vocabulary development, and affective education. Also included are supplementary activities which can be used with each lesson. Grades K-2. [11” x 8.5”...72 pages]

Understanding and Addressing Children's Grief Issues

by David Opalewski (2008, Nat. Center for Youth Issues, 24.95)
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Young children do indeed grieve. It is also common knowledge that these children are at a higher risk for depression as they grow. This book will help you, as the caring adult, be a guide through this troubling time by helping you understand what the child is going through and giving you comprehensive techniques to address the situation. Grades PreK-5. [8.5” x 11”...88 pages]

William Battles the Anger Squiggles

by Katherine MacLeod (2008, MarCo, 20.95)
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We tell students how anger can effect their bodies, but telling is not as effective as actually seeing what can happen. When this story is presented, students see William’s body fill with Anger Squiggles of different kinds and shapes. They immediately understand the consequences of letting anger have control over them. Includes the Storybook, the Reproducible Student Storybook, and a 10-week Anger-Management Curriculum. Grades 3-6. [8.5” x 11”...112 pages]

What Color Are Tears?

by Marianne Vandawalker (2008, MarCo, 14.95)
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Bitty Bunny has lost his good friend Robbie Rabbit and he is grieving in his grandmother’s kitchen. As Bitty Bunny tries to come to terms with his despair, his grandmother helps him to search his heart and adjust to life without Robbie. Most of the pages include a question that the student answers orally or through illustration. This combination of bibliotherapy and interaction will give solace and comfort to these young people who find difficulty understanding the loss of someone near and dear to them. Grades K-3. [8.5” x 11”...40 pages]

Creative Small Groups: Ready-to-Use Lessons for Grades K-5

by Karen Gannon Griffith (2008, MarCo, 35.95)
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A compilation of eight units whose lessons emphasize the use of arts and crafts. You'll find complete group sessions for Grades K-1, 2-3, and 4-5. Topics include: Anger Management, Behavior, Cancer Support, Friendship, Grief and Loss, Self-Esteem, and Study Skills. This creative collection includes plans for an innovative group called "The Lunch Bunch," that you will most likely love to try with your students. Plus, it includes a CD which features color PDF files of the reproducible pages from the book. Grades K-5. [8.5” x 11”...352 pages]

What to Do When Your Temper Flares: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Problems with Anger

by Dawn Huebner (2008, Magination Press, 15.95)
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This book guides children and their parents through the cognitive-behavioral techniques used to treat problems with anger. Engaging examples, lively illustrations, and step-by-step instructions teach children a set of "anger dousing" methods aimed at cooling angry thoughts and controlling angry actions, resulting in calmer, more effective kids. This interactive self-help book is the complete resource for educating, motivating, and empowering children to work toward change. Grades 1-6. [8.5" x 11”...96 pages]

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