"A young girl notices, and celebrates, her way of looking at and experiencing the world."I think. I think a lot. I think I think a lot. More than most other kids." A young girl notices and wonders about the ways she and her classmates approach doing good work, caring about people's feelings, and showing they're grateful. She comes to accept herself just as she is and celebrates the differences between herself and her classmates. "I care a lot. Not...

I am strong. I am confident. I am funny. The words and pictures in this book are here to remind the reader how wonderful they are! Focusing on helping to build emotional literacy, self-esteem, and self-worth as well as improving communication skills, this new series is the perfect read aloud for kids and adults of any age!

"You can . . . be brave, challenge yourself, overcome your fears, be kind, be YOU! Come on an amazing journey with fourteen young people as they grow from birth to eighteen, learning new skills, exploring new worlds, standing up for their own and others' rights, and following their dreams. Created in consultation with real young adults, Alexandra Strick's groundbreaking narrative will inspire and empower young people of all ages and abilities to believe...

Did you ever have an iconic big brother, big sister, older cousin, or neighbourhood hero that everyone admired and wanted to be around? Someone who shielded you from bullies, wild animals, or even your own self-doubt? Someone who bolstered your confidence and made you feel like you belonged? If so, then you had your very own Big Cousin Mike. This series is a tribute to those remarkable individuals. It's a heartfelt thank you for including us in your...

"Fiona is a builder and a digger, and has a big imagination. She's digging for dinosaurs when she hits an imaginary bone and poof--she and her brother Herbert and face to face with a dino. So naturally, they bake cakes and pies and enjoy!"--

Jo the Star is living a very predictable but lonely existence. Then suddenly, Jo's world starts to change in a very big way, which fills Jo full of fear! Will all the changes that are out of Jo's control lead to misery... or a better life?

Daniel has everything, books, toys, food, a beautiful family. One day he saw a cat outside, she was skinny and seemed hungry and lost. Daniel felt very sorry for this cat, he started thinking how he can help. The cat's name was Sunny. Daniel shared his food with her, and when the weather got cold, he wanted to invite her into his house. One day, Sunny did something to repay Daniel and his family for all their kindness.

This story brings two strangers together for the first time. Let's join Catlacs the Shnickeldink as he embarks on a colorful day-long journey with his newfound friend Stankdu the Shnickelfink. Catlacs learns it can be fun to eat healthy and try new foods. Stankdu enriches Catlacs' life by getting him out of the house. They enjoy a plentiful buffet while Stankdu introduces Catlacs to his friends along the way. It becomes a day of socializing by way...

Discover the essence of true friendship in the heartwarming tale, My Best Friend. In a world where connections are invaluable, this poignant story reminds us that everyone longs for a companion.Amidst the myriad forms friendship can take – a neighbor, a schoolmate, even a beloved pet – have you found that one special bond? Within these pages, immerse yourself in the journey of finding a friend, a confidant, someone who remains by your side through...

Everyone needs a friend when trouble and bullies come around. Tala is a fictional story that shows the effects of bullying and how others should include people who are different. After accidentally ruining some crops, Tala, a giant, is driven away from her home. Feeling different and rejected, Tala ran so fast until she created the Asian mountains where she lived on her own for many years. A sweet village girl, Lan, was warned not to go by the...