Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction >> Social Topics - New Experience

Growing Up Just Got Easier...

With the help of Angus, the lovable Answer Dog, best-selling author Heidi Murkoff extends a hand to children and parents as they tackle life's first experiences together.

It's hard to believe, but your child's starting preschool. Even if it's just for a couple of hours two or three days a week, it seems such a big step for someone in such little sneakers. Not to worry -- we're here to help prepare both of you for that step. We'll answer your child's questions about what preschool is like, what preschoolers do, who teachers are, and how they help to make...

Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates. Articles are printed in their entirety and footnotes and source notes are retained. These books offer the reader not only a full spectrum of dissent on the subject, but also the ability to test the validity of arguments by following up on sources used as evidence. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to further research. This series provides a quick grounding in the issues, a...

Starting out as the new kid in a new school can be like performing as an extra in a movie. You can feel alone, pushed to the side, and unsure of where you could possibly fit in or if there is a place for you. Thankfully, New Kid, New Scene was written just for you. This book gives the ins and outs of navigating new surroundings, making new friends (as well as staying in touch with old ones), and finding a place that feels like your own. It is full of real-life stories from kids who have been in your shoesfacing a new school and new life and how they were able to survive and even thrive in...

Moving from a familiar environment to an unfamiliar one is a challenge many children face. Through the simple perspective of a child, enhanced by colorful photographic digital artwork, this book reminds readers that although some things change, some things stay the same. Children and adults alike will appreciate the idea that we can continue to love the places we've been while we learn to love the place we live in now. There is also a lovely animated version available on DVD, as well as on Amazon Prime.

Middle school is a big change and many times it's the first biggest transition a young person has to face. This guide helps students learn the major differences between elementary school and middle school and find ways to become more organized, responsible, and prepared while having fun and staying positive.

English Italian Bilingual Children's Book. Perfect for kids studying English or Italian as their second language.

This children's book can motivate the kids to take responsibility and keep their room organized. Follow along as little bunny Jimmy and his brothers learn their lesson in this picture book. They learn to work together, clean up their room, and organize their toys. This story may be ideal for reading to your kids at bedtime and enjoyable for the whole family as well

Questo libro per bambini li puO motivare a diventare responsabili e tenere in ordine la propria...

Jimmy, the little bunny, is very upset and nervous. Tomorrow is his first day in daycare, but he just wants to stay at home with his mom. Join Jimmy to find out how his friendly teddy bear helps him to feel excited.

Jimmy, el pequeNo conejito, estA muy molesto y nervioso. MaNana va a ser su primer dIa en la guarderIa pero El solo quiere estar en casa con su mamA. Unete a Jimmy para descubrir cOmo su amigo osito de peluche le ayuda a sentirse entusiasmado.

Maisy's a little nervous ...today she is going on her very first swimming lesson. There's lots of hustle and bustle in the changing room and - wow! - the pool looks SO big and it's ever so splish-splashy! Luckily, Eddie and Tallulah have come along too and they all have a great swimming teacher called Poppy, the hippo. Everyone has lots to learn, including floating, kicking and blowing bubbles, but it's a LOT of fun!

Alex has to go to the dentist and he is very nervous about it. He has heard bad things about the dentist and is scared that the dentist will hurt him. Let's join Alex again as he makes his first trip to the dentist and discovers that things are never as bad as you think they are going to be. This delightful children's book is a must read for small children (and their guardians) who are nervous about doing something that they have not done before.

Mommy Wears a Uniform is a look into the lives of young children who have mothers who proudly serve their country in the armed services. Due to our current wars, we have more mothers leaving their children behind for six to thirteen months at a time. We often hear of all the devoted fathers, sons, and brothers who we call hero, but we do not hear much about the mothers who selflessly serves their country while dealing with the anguish of being separated from their children. This story shows how family has a key support role while Mommy is deployed. Mommy Wears A Uniform is a salute to all the...

A story of going to the cinema for the very first time from the multi-award-winning creator Lucy Cousins. Maisy and her friends are off to the cinema to see the latest adventure movie: Hero in the Jungle. Eddie's most favourite movie star (ever), Troy T. Tiger, is starring and - ooh! - he can barely contain his excitement! In fact, he gets so excited that he shouts at the screen. Shhhhhhh...Don't you know you can't shout in the cinema, Eddie? Seating arrangements, the dark cinema, popcorn spills and a nail-biting hiding-behind-your-hands moment ...this is everything a first cinema trip is...

"Inspires young dreamers to find the courage to be doers."--Jerry Greenfield, Co-Founder, Ben & Jerry's

Being an entrepreneur means...
Following your dream
Loving to learn and being curious
Taking risks

When Rae witnesses an ice cream-and-doggie mishap, she's inspired to create a big-scale solution to help get dogs clean. Rae draws on her determination, resilience, and courage until she--and everyone else in her community--learns just what it means to be an entrepreneur.

The story of a brave little dog's journey from living on the beach of the Dominican Republic to her "forever home" in the United States and the valuable lesson that she learned from it. Part of the profits of this book will be donated to help support the stray dogs on the north coast of the Dominican Republic.

Esta es la historia de una valiente perrita que paso de vivir en las playas de la Republica Domicana a un hogar definitivo en Estados Unidos y de las valiosas lecciones que aprendio en el proceso. Parte de las ganancias de este libro se destinara a ayudar a los perros callejeros de la costa norte de la Republica Dominicana.

Esta es la historia de una valiente perrita que paso de vivir en las playas de la Republica Domicana a un hogar definitivo en Estados Unidos y de las valiosas lecciones que aprendio en el proceso. Parte de las ganancias de este libro se destinara a ayudar a los perros callejeros de la costa norte de la Republica Dominicana.

The Susie & Sam series is a charming collection of illustrated stories about the new events and first experiences that most young children will encounter in everyday life. In Susie & Sam At the Hospital, Susie falls and hurts her arm. The family goes to the casualty department where they find out that Susie needs an X-ray. The doctors and nurses are kind to both twins. The story is presented in a helpful, positive and reassuring way with bright, fun pictures.