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

Children today have many fears, both real and imagined. Encouraging words and supportive illustrations guide children to face their fears and know where to turn for help. Little ones also learn simple ways to help themselves. Includes a special section for adults, with ideas for supporting children when they feel afraid and a list of additional resources.

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What's the best part of being an astronaut? Is it the excitement of leaving the Earth behind at the mind-boggling speed of 25,000 mph? Is it the chance to float around a shuttle in zero gravity? Or make new scientific discoveries? Or go out on a space walk?

Few of us get to answer these questions for ourselves by rocketing into space. But a group of kids took the first step by going to U.S. Space Academy. For close to a week, they tried on flight suits and the lives of training astronauts. They used NASA simulators and learned how to walk on the Moon and how to work without gravity. They...

Self-esteem is critically important in the classroom and beyond. Often, children find it difficult to express themselves. I Am a Person is written with the aim to boost confidence and help children find their voice. It is a book that will, through humor and empathy, give kids self-assurance and encourage individuality. Author Leonie Arnold's goal is to promote expression so that anyone who has a dream will embark on making that dream come true. Leonie Arnold lives in Karitane, New Zealand. After teaching for a number of years, she went on to develop and create artisan dolls. Ms. Arnold is...

Take a journey that is mysterious, exciting and fun. Everyone loves surprises, especially when they are few and far between. This true children's story can bring families closer together and perhaps help them create special memories of their own. The author's dad was a quiet man and spoke only when he thought it was important. Daddy loved animals and was kind and compassionate to every creature he met. He drove a bulldozer for a living. One day he cleared the land of trees and noticed a skunk nest. The mother skunk and her babies ran for cover except for one tiny skunk. Daddy carefully placed...

Could you really build a playground in your neighborhood? KaBOOM Find out how and how much fun it can be.
What s your dream playground? Grab a piece of paper and let your imagination go wild That was the first step when two hundred kids and grown-ups in an Indianapolis community got together to build the playground in this book one of over two thousand that KaBOOM has helped create. A slide isn t just a slide, it could be a chute to a time machine. A swing might be Pegasus flying across the galaxy. . . . Weeks of planning precede the construction of a playground that a community feels...

This book contains a compilation of stories from local people that live in wildlife and tourism areas. It tells of how they have survived buffalo and elephant attacks amongst others. Most of the stories have been gathered from northern Botswana and one from Zimbabwe. They are a glimpse of 'the untold'. Here is what a common tourist will never know

English French bilingual Book. Perfect for kids learning French or English as their second language.

Jimmy, the little bunny, likes to eat candy, but doesn't even want to taste fruits and vegetables. He sneaks into the kitchen to try to find a bag with candies that was hidden inside the cupboard. What happens right after Jimmy climbs up to reach the bag of candy? You will find out when you read this illustrated children's book. Since that day, Jimmy starts to develop healthy eating habits and even likes to eat his fruits and vegetables.

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Discover the joy and magic of a baby's playtime in this amazing lift-the-flap playbook. Greet the farm animals, spot the stomping elephant in the zoo, stroke the lion's tummy and splish splash with the octopus! Watch the rocket zoom and say "Goodnight" to the smiling moon. Every spread is packed with visual stimuli that will inspire and delight both parent and child. Enjoy the colourful artwork and quirky text. Surprise your baby with flaps and touch-and-feel elements that will encourage interaction and play.

What's happening to me?
This book translates anxiety from the jargon of psychology into concrete experiences that children can relate to. Children and their parents will understand the biological and emotional components of anxiety responsible for the upsetting symptoms they experience. Please Explain Anxiety to Me, 2nd Edition gives accurate physiological information in child friendly language. A colorful dinosaur story explains the link between brain and body functioning, followed by practical therapeutic techniques that children can use to help themselves. Children will:...

It's fun to be a kid, but are you ready for what comes next? Challenge yourself with these 100 things and you will be Jam-packed with tips, tricks, and skills that every kid should master before turning 18, this is the ultimate guide to becoming a fun-loving, well-rounded, totally competent and confident young person. Complete with expert advice from real life explorers, adventurers, and masters of their craft, it's perfect for jump-starting an amazing life

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.

Simple text and photographs help young readers learn all about playing soccer in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read.

It's the first day of soccer practice, and it's going to be great In this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read by Alyssa Satin Capucilli, beginning readers will learn that soccer players wear cleats, do warm ups, and try to kick the ball into the goal. Score The best part about soccer is being on a team and making new friends. Young readers getting ready to hit the field will love seeing photographs of kids their age playing soccer in this adorable introduction to the sport ...

In this hilarious guide full of honest, real-life experiences, veteran teacher Luke Reynolds skillfully and humorously shows kids how to not only survive, but thrive and even enjoy the wild adventure that is middle school.

Middle grade series like The Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries bring an authentic voice and vision to fiction about middle schoolers. Now, for the first time a nonfiction guide to middle school offers that same funny and relatable voice, while skillfully teaching life lessons to not just help kids find their footing during the tough years between elementary and high...

In this hilarious guide full of honest, real-life experiences, veteran teacher Luke Reynolds skillfully and humorously shows kids how to not only survive, but thrive and even enjoy the wild adventure that is middle school.

Middle grade series like The Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries bring an authentic voice and vision to fiction about middle schoolers. Now, for the first time a nonfiction guide to middle school offers that same funny and relatable voice, while skillfully teaching life lessons to not just help kids find their footing during the tough years between elementary and high...

MyaGrace loves music and dancing. Her school is having a big dance and she wants to go with her friend Emily. She has so much to do to get ready. What should she wear? How should she fix her hair? What color should she paint her fingernails? Will she get everything done in time?

Finding My Way Books honor children with special needs or disabilities by sharing their stories. MyaGrace has cerebral palsy, autism and intellectual disabilities. Bilingual English/Spanish.

MyaGrace loves music and dancing. Her school is having a big dance and she wants to go with her friend Emily. She has so much to do to get ready. What should she wear? How should she fix her hair? What color should she paint her fingernails? Will she get everything done in time?

Finding My Way Books honor children with special needs or disabilities by sharing their stories. MyaGrace has cerebral palsy, autism and intellectual disabilities. Bilingual English/Spanish.

Matteo and Cristian love to spend the day with their friend Rebecca. Today, Rebecca has a surprise for them. Matteo can't wait to see it He's on the move as they explore their favorite museum.
Finding My Way Books honor children with disabilities by sharing their stories. Matteo's friend Rebecca has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. Bilingual text in English and French.