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llama llama time to share, by Anna Dewdney.

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I chose this book because during the early stages of a child’s life they are learning how to socialize with other children. With this comes learning the concept of sharing, whether that sharing toys or thoughts. This books helps give an idea of what sharing is in a fun story telling manner. The young stage of a child’s life is criticle as this where they learn how to be an individual. Knowing how to share will help them along their journey in kindness and friendship. Learning how to share is not only in physical manners but social manners as well, for example children share toys but as they get older they will also be able to share thoughts, words, and opinions.

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Title/Author: The Way I Feel by Janan Cain.

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I chose this book because often times children have a hard time putting names to their feelings and/or articulating their emotions. Some adults also have a hard time recognizing what emotions a child is going through, thus leading to miscommunication and emotional needs being unmet. I see situations where adults and children have a disconnect because some adults use mature language that kids often times do not understand, meanwhile kids don't always have the vocabulary to effectively express their feelings. Books like this simplify emotions in a way that children can process and connect to their own emotions.

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I chose this book because it shows the value of sharing and friendship. The rainbow fish starts out with very pretty scales while the rest of the people around him don't have any shiny scales like him. He doesn't want to share his scales when the people around him ask but then when he does he is able to make friends. This book teaches students about things they may be feeling when they don't share like sad or lonely. When the fish does share, he realizes he can play with a lot more people and build friendships. Students don't always need to share but it is a good way to interact with those around them and find out how to be on a team. Another important message this book sends that I really enjoyed is that you don't need to feel pretty to have friends. The rainbow fish gave up his shiny scales, his beauty to be happy and have a relationship with others. Children don't need to do that but it shows students that kindness brings more happiness that beauty brings.

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I chose this book because bullying or being mean is something a lot of young kids struggle with. At early age, they’re still learning how to share, be kind and understand other people’s feelings. Sometimes they don’t even realize that their behavior is hurting someone else. This story shows how being mean and hurting others feeling looks like and not an accepted behavior. I saw some kids laugh at others, call them names and make them feel very upset and even to the point of crying. I felt like this book is a great way to start the talking about wrong and hurtful behavior of bullying and teasing others and then guide them to more kind and respectful.

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Hands Are Not for Hitting by Martine Agassi 

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I chose this book by Martine Agassi because it addresses the behavior of hitting in a clear and non shaming way which is very important for young children. Hitting is a very common and challenging behavior in early childhood, especially with toddlers and preschoolers who are still developing self control and communication skills. Hitting often happens quickly and usually comes from frustration, lack of language, or strong emotions such as excitement or anger. I can say, growing up I've heard stories going back to being a preschooler where I myself experienced being hit and I remember times where people tried to come to me and it wasn't corrected, so I know it is very important to acknowledge this concern and guide children who are experiencing this behavior.

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How do Dinosaurs play with their friends by Jane Yolen and Mike Teague

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I chose this book because a lot of time, young children can have a hard time learning how to play with others at first. It is hard to understand boundaries and limits that we have. And I think a lot of times they don't realize the "unspoken" rules of friends and how that works. I also see a lot in my job working with them that they don't want to share or can be too rough sometimes so I think this encapsulates all aspects of that well. It can show children different ways to get along with each other so that everyone can have fun.

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Sharing Time by Elizabeth Verdick

In my daycare, I often see conflicts when there are limited toys or popular items. Children sometimes struggle with sharing and taking turns, which can lead to grabbing or disagreements.

This book clearly shows what children can do when they want to share. It introduces simple and practical strategies, such as taking turns, waiting, and using toys together. It also acknowledges that sharing can be difficult, which helps children feel understood.

In my classroom, I support children by using tools like timers to help them take turns. I also encourage them to use polite language, such as saying “thank you” when a friend shares and “you’re welcome” in response.

My goal is to help children interact positively and enjoy playing together. I like this book because it connects directly to real situations I see every day and supports children’s social emotional development.

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Hands Are Not for Hitting by Martine Agassi 

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I chose this book because hitting is a behavior I have seen often while working in a daycare, especially with younger children who are still learning how to express their emotions. Many children act out physically when they feel frustrated, upset, or overwhelmed because they don’t yet have the language skills to explain how they feel. This book clearly teaches that hands are not for hurting others, but instead can be used for positive actions like helping, playing, creating, and showing kindness.

What I like about this book is that it uses simple and clear language that children can easily understand, along with examples that they can relate to in their everyday experiences. It not only tells children what not to do, but also gives them better choices for what they can do instead. This supports positive guidance because it focuses on teaching rather than punishing.

In my experience, when children are given reminders and alternatives like using words, asking for help, or taking a break they are more likely to begin controlling their behavior. This book also helps open up conversations between teachers and children about feelings and safe ways to express them. Overall, I think this is a great resource because it promotes empathy, self-control, and respectful behavior in a way that is appropriate for young children.

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Little Dino's Good Manners Board Book Set By Michael Dahl

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I chose these book because I have personally used them with toddlers when they are going through these behaviors. They are easy to follow books and pictures and toddlers love Dino's! The clients I was working with were twin girls that were pushing and hiring and yelling at each other, it was a behavior mom wanted us to work with. These books were read in the morning to them to start our session and at the end to end our session but the book was out and available for them to look at during the session as well. I think toddlers often struggle with this behavior because they are getting older and strong and having all these emotional but sometimes don't have the language to express it so they use their bodies. These books helped them out and hopefully it can help other toddlers as well.

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Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloud

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Kindness and Empathy through Bucket Filling

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Kindness and Empathy through Bucket Filling

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I chose this book because kindness and empathy are important skills that I think children should learn at an early age. I remember reading this book as a kid and now I have read this book multiple times to the kids I work with today. This book does a great job at using the metaphor that everyone has a bucket with them at all times and if you’re kind to someone else you fill up their bucket and your own. However, if you’re mean or if you tease someone else you dip into their bucket and your own. This lets kids understand what the consequences of being unkind are and what the benefits of being kind to others are in an imaginary, physical way. While reading this book to my kids at spring camp a couple weeks ago I also involved a bucket filling activity which let them create their own little bucket and then they were able to fill each others buckets with pom poms when they said something kind. Overall, I think this book is awesome and can be used in so many ways to teach kids about the importance of empathy and kindness at a young age.

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I chose Potter The Otter by Thomas M. Landy, because I see the children drinking unhealthy drinks in school. For example, fruit juice is unhealthy because it has too much sugar in it. I have seen parents give their children soda or even kool aid drink for their lunch. Potter The Otter emphasizes that the children should only drink water. Potter says: " Drink water for thirst, And you should know, Water is healthy, It helps you grow!"

Spanish: " Bebe agua para la sed,

Y tu deberias saber,

El agua es saludable.

Te ayuda a crecer!"

Michelle Ng

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I chose We’re Better Together by Eileen Spinelli as it showcases compassion, teamwork, and being apart of a community. Everyday children are learning how to be in a community and what that means when they have so many peers. It promotes empathy and social emotional development as they learn to work together in order to accomplish tasks or in order to help each other. Knowing and learning that they can solve problems and cooperate together will help children flourish when it comes to compassion.

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Big feelings

by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman

Young children often feel emotions very strongly, but they are still too young to express those feelings clearly or know how to manage their big feelings. As they grow, we help them learn what different feelings are and how to handle them. I chose this book because reading it and discussing the story helps children name their emotions and understand what to do when big feelings show up.

This book also helps children learn that everyone has emotions. This builds empathy and helps them see that they are not alone—everyone has ups and downs. With this picture book, we can support children as they talk things out and learn how to get along with themselves and with others. When children learn to recognize their emotions, they begin to self‑regulate, which can prevent or reduce challenging behaviors, and they develop the emotional skills they need to live in a community successfully.

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I chose The Rabbit Listened because it perfectly shows the power of active listening in child guidance. When Taylor's block tower falls, various animals try to force him to talk, get angry, or fix the problem immediately, which only overwhelms him. However, the rabbit simply sits with him in silence, providing the calm presence Taylor needs to process his emotions at his own pace. This teaches us that validation is the first step toward self-regulation. By not rushing to fix the situation, we give children the space to find their own solutions and build a foundation of trust.

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Book: "What if Everybody Did That?" by Ellen Javernick

I chose this book because one of the biggest things I struggle with when Substitute Teaching is kids who don't listen or follow instructions. I like how this book teaches kids about personal responsibility and consequences of their actions. It's an interesting perspective to show a child, while you may not think your behavior is causing problems, what if every kid in the class was acting the way you are? I like that it can help build awareness in the larger classroom setting. How behaviors can be disruptive to other students and the overall environment of the classroom.

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I have personally seen that this is a behavior that is constantly seen as an issue when kids are playing. I have seen children tug and pull and eventually one falls and cries. Also, in my observation for this class, I saw how many red dodge balls were available on the sand and there was one that was being played with by a child that didn't want to share. There was also an issue at the sand fountain where many marine toys were available but everyone wanted the same one, and the child that had it repeated many times "15 more minutes"

I think this book is a great pick for children to read, this helps them understand

1. Accept other children to play :

This book starts with being kind to other children, and I also find interesting that the 2 children have different diversities, allowing children at a young age to treat everyone the same with respect.

-In the story the child asks the other one if he wants to build a train track with him.

2. Awareness of pattern of behaviors that affects others (How my actions affect others)

-The child that invited the other child to play begins to set all the rules, facts, and tells the child where all the pieces should go, the other child feels annoyed and begins raising his voice and yanks from the other child's hands a train track piece. The conflict turns heavy that they end up tugging and pulling destroying their train tracks progress and the children separate from one another.

-The child that was setting the rules is guided by the teacher, she helps him become aware of what he did was wrong. She sets examples by comparing friends with train traffic lights

green= friend is having a good time playing

yellow= action(s) caused friend to be confused/conflict rising

red (stop) = Friend is mad =something is wrong

3. How to apologize and how to properly play

-The teacher helps him understand with the traffic lights were on red because he didn't let him take his friend take turns. They reunite and begin playing

and the child goes back to his habits of playing for the other child. This time he notices how the other child frowns. The child remembers the red traffic light and asks what is wrong? and the other child explains. The child apologizes and lets him play.

4. Result of conflict

The cause of actually taking turns and playing together resulted in the completion of the train tracks and they can now use the trains to move them on the train tracks.

Do you notice how traffic lights helps us commute, communicate effectively with others by sharing the road, and caring for others safety?

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Speaking Over Others/Blurting (Sarah Burke)

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Speaking Over Others/Blurting (Sarah Burke)

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Title/Author: Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker by Christianne C. Jones

Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker is about a little girl who loves to talk so much that she ends up losing her voice. The experience of losing her voice helps her realize how important it is to listen to the people around her. As the story goes on, Lacey learns to slow down, pay attention, and enjoy hearing her friends, family, and the world in a new way. She eventually finds a healthy balance between talking and listening.

I chose this book because I often see young children struggle with waiting their turn to speak and not talking over others in early childhood classrooms. This is especially true in TK/K classrooms, where children are still learning how to pause, raise their hand, and wait to be called on before sharing their ideas. At this age, their excitement often takes over, and it can be really hard for them to stop and listen when they have something they want to say.

In my experience working in an elementary classroom, this is one of those skills that makes a huge difference in how the classroom runs. When children start learning to listen and take turns in conversation, group discussions become more respectful, collaborative and meaningful.

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Title of Behavior: Difficulty Managing Anger Book

Title & Author:

When Sophie Gets Angry—Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang

Why I Chose This Book:

I chose this book because anger is a common behavior I have seen in young children, especially in early childhood classrooms. Children often feel big emotions but don’t always have the words or skills to express them appropriately. I have seen situations where a child becomes upset and reacts by yelling, crying, or withdrawing, and this book shows a realistic and relatable way a child experiences and works through anger. It helps children understand that it’s okay to feel angry, while also modeling healthy ways to calm down. I picked this book because it connects directly to real experiences I have observed, and it can be a helpful tool for teaching emotional regulation in a supportive and age-appropriate way.

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Sharing and taking turns are behaviors that many young children struggle with, particularly in early childhood classes, which is why I picked them. Children may find it challenging to understand the need to share enjoyable objects, and disputes may arise during playtime.

I chose "Llama Llama Time to Share" because it depicts a very realistic scenario in which Llama Llama finds it difficult to share his toys with a friend. The narrative exemplifies good behavior and problem-solving while also eloquently illustrating the feelings that kids experience, such as annoyance and possessiveness. Children can easily understand it because of the realistic characters and straightforward language.

Children may seize toys or refuse to take turns, which can lead to arguments. I have witnessed this behavior frequently in educational settings. By demonstrating how sharing may result in more pleasurable play experiences, this book offers a gentle and practical way to help kids develop better social skills. Additionally, it creates a forum for conversations about cooperation, justice, and emotions.

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10.6 CONTRIBUTE Children's Literature Padlet

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Know and Follow Rules by Cheri J. Meiners

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This book is essential for child guidance because it explains the "why" behind rules in a positive and empowering way. It helps children understand the logical consequences of their actions. When children understand that rules exist to protect the community (e.g., 'walking feet' keeps everyone safe), they are more likely to develop inner control and self-regulation. I believe this book is particularly well-suited for children in the preschool transition period. It helps them adapt to new social environments quickly by providing clear expectations, which minimizes conflicts and dangers while making their daily experience more joyful. By emphasizing 'following rules by self,' children move beyond simple compliance to develop a true sense of personal responsibility.

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I chose this book because a lot of young kids have trouble with interrupting. They get excited and want to say something right away. Sometimes they don’t know how to wait, even if they try. This book shows what it feels like when you interrupt and how it affects other people. It helps kids understand that their words matter, but timing matters too. It also gives them simple ideas, like holding the thought in or waiting for their turn. I like this book because it doesn’t just say “don’t interrupt.” It shows kids what to do instead. It helps them practice self-control in a way they can understand. I think it would be really useful in a classroom.

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A Little Spot of Anger by Diane Alber

I chose this book because self-regulation is something young children are still learning, especially when they have big emotions like anger, frustration or excitement. I’ve seen how quickly emotions can take over, both as a parent and working with children. It can be hard for them to calm down without support.

This book is helpful because it gives children a visual and simple way to understand their feelings. It breaks emotions down into something they can recognize and talk about, which connects to what we learned in this module about helping children understand their emotions instead of just correcting behavior.

I like that it teaches children what they can do when they feel overwhelmed, instead of just telling them to stop. It supports self-regulation, emotional awareness and gives them tools to calm their bodies. This also connects to guidance strategies like active listening and helping children name their feelings.

Anessa T.

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Book Title: When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry
Author: Molly Bang

I chose this book because it helps young children understand and manage anger in a healthy way.

This story follows a little girl named Sophie who experiences a very strong feeling of anger. Instead of focusing only on the problem, the book shows what happens inside her emotions and how she finds a way to feel calm again. It helps children understand that big feelings can happen, and there are safe ways to deal with them.

Sometimes children react quickly when they are upset, and they need guidance to pause and calm themselves. This book is helpful because it models a healthy way for children to manage strong emotions and return to a peaceful state.

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Sharing Time by Elizabeth Verdick (Author), Marieka Heinlen (Illustrator)

I chose Sharing Time by Elizabeth Verdick because guiding children through sharing is something that happens constantly in early childhood settings. In my own work with young children, I often saw situations where one child wanted to join a play activity or use a toy that another child had. Just as the book describes, children are not always ready to play together, and the child who hears “No” may become upset or cry. These moments were often challenging because sharing involves emotions, timing, and the child’s understanding of others’ perspectives.

I also found it difficult to explain why sharing is important, especially when each child’s feelings and reasons are different. Some children want a toy because they are curious, others because they feel attached to it, and the child who is told “No” may feel disappointed or rejected. Helping children navigate these emotions takes time and patience. I chose this book because it reflects these everyday challenges and offers a gentle way to support children as they learn about sharing, turn‑taking, and understanding others.

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No Biting! by Karen Katz

This book helps children understand that biting hurts others. It shows simple and kind ways to express feelings.

I chose this book because some young children may bite when they are upset. This book teaches them to use gentle behavior.

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Hands Are Not for Hitting by Martine Agassi

This book teaches children that hitting is not okay. It shows better ways to express feelings.

I chose this book because young children sometimes hit. This book helps them learn to use gentle hands and words instead.

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Book Title: No, David!          Author: David Shannon

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I choose No, David! because it effectively talks about defiant behavior, in which a child consistently says “no” or acts in a disobedient manner. Such behavior is common among young children, particularly toddlers and preschoolers, as they develop independence and test boundaries.

I have encountered this behavior as a parent of a toddler. For instance, when I attempt to feed my daughter or initiate bedtime, she responds with “no.” These daily interactions demonstrate how children use refusal to assert control and independence, even when they comprehend expectations. Additionally, I have observed similar behaviors in early childhood settings, where children may resist instructions to clean up, sit down, or follow routines. The character David shows these behaviors by ignoring rules, acting impulsively, and seeking attention.

I selected this book because it demonstrates that defiant behavior is a fundamental need for love, guidance, and understanding. Although David is frequently corrected, the narrative concludes with reassurance and connection. This outcome highlights a key concept in child development that children thrive when consistent boundaries are combined with emotional support.

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Book Title: The Rainbow Fish

Author: Marcus Pfister

Why I chose this book:

I chose this book because sharing is an important behavior for children to learn. In the story, the fish learns that being kind and sharing with others makes him happier and helps him make friends. I have seen in my experience that many children struggle with sharing toys, so this book is a good way to teach them about kindness, friendship, and positive behavior.

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Book Title and Author: Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol MacCloud

I chose this book because teaching kindness is very important in early childhood. In preschool classroom, children are still learning how their words and actions can affect others. This book explains kindness in a simple and visual way by using the idea of an invisible bucket that everyone carries. When children are kind, they "fill someone's bucket", and when they are mean, they"dip from the bucket." I think this book is a great way to help children understand empathy, kindness,and positive behavior in the classroom.

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Hands are not for hitting by Martine Agassi.

Often children will not understand that it is not ok to use our hands to touch others or even hit others. This book helps children learn that by showing what our hands can be used for, such as giving high fives, waving hello and goodbye, and playing. Along with that, the books repeatedly reinforce that hands are not for hitting and teach children how to regulate their emotions when they have the desire to use their hands. This book is not only useful for teaching children how to keep their hands to themselves, but it also helps them see how we can regulate our emotions when something makes us mad, sad, or any other type of negative emotion. The book makes sure to touch on the fact that feeling these emotions is normal and that sometimes we may want to use our hands, but there are always different ways of solving our problems without using our hands.

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Book & Author: ¿Debo Compartir Mi Helado? by Mo Willems

I chose the book ¿Debo Compartir Mi Helado? because sharing is a behavior that many children struggle with especially when it comes to something they really enjoy or their favorite toy. I also picked this book because I grew up reading it along with my siblings and it really helped us a lot when we were younger. It made sharing feel more understandable and showed us that it can actually help develop our friendships more. I liked how the story is simple, funny, and relatable while still being able to teach the important lesson about thinking of others and being kind. From my experience, books like this can really stick with children and help guide their behavior in a positive way. I would use this book int he classroom to start conversation about kindness, empathy, and making choices that include others.

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The Crayon Box That Talked by Shane Derolf

Children are learning that people look different and that sometimes they might see someone that they are not sure about. In this book, it talks about a box of crayons that were once at a toy store. They didn't get along and said hurtful things to each other like, "I don't like the red crayon!" or "I don't like the brown crayon either!." At the end of the book a little girl bought the crayon box and took home to then color a picture together. The crayon box was getting a long and began to create a friendship/community. This book covers not only by learning colors, but by also showing that we need to be mindful of what we say, being kind to others and respecting one another.

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Teeth are not for biting by Elizabeth Verdick.

Children bite, especially when they are frustrated and aren't able to use their expressive language skills. This board book can help frame teeth as useful for many things, AND share that they are not for biting. It can help children think about and discuss what might happen when we bite-fostering empathy.