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This section is dedicated to empowering my students. It's extremely important that students empower each other and feel empowered within themselves.

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This section is dedicated to chapter books that students may enjoy while transitioning between picture books and chapter books. Most of these chapter books include some illustrations and cartoons to make the stories more engaging and entertaining for young readers!

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This section is dedicated to Non-fiction pieces of children's literature. These books teach children about important real life events or topics.

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There are many books that impacted me as a young reader! Books are such a powerful tool to help teach valuable lessons to children. Here are just a few examples of my favorite books from my childhood and how they shaped me and turned me into a reader!

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle 

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle 

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a classic picture book that brings the reader through a caterpillars journey of eating a variety of foods before turning into a beautiful butterfly! This book was one of my favorites in school, especially since after reading it, my class got to keep caterpillars in our classroom and watch them turn into butterflies in real life! How cool is that?!

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Madeline, a young girl in France is a the smallest but bravest of the girls in her school. This book was my favorite book as a child and holds a lot of memories for me. My grandmother would read me this book when she would watch me while my parents were at work!

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Junie B. Jones was the first chapter books that I ever read! These stories about Junie B. Jones and her antics were funny and engaging as a young reader! These books were my favorite to read both at home and in school!

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This classic book incorporates fun tongue twisters and teaches the lesson about trying new things! This book was a staple in my library as a child and teaches a very valuable lesson!

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Ever since he first hatched, Gilbert has wanted to fly. But with his big, clumsy feet and small, fluffy wings, learning to fly is a bigger challenge than Gilbert anticipated. His fellow penguins tell him to give up, but Gilbert is sure that if he keeps trying, he’ll be able to soar. This story is an inspiring tale of overcoming obstacles and finding your unique talents!

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Something we all experience is the first day of school. There are so many emotions that come with this new experience! Excitement, anticipation, anxiety, maybe a little fear. In this section, I have selected some books that are great for the first day jitters!

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The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! by Mo Willems

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The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! by Mo Willems

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Why does the Pigeon have to go to school? He already knows everything! And what if he doesn’t like it? What if the teacher doesn’t like him? What if he learns TOO MUCH!? Kids will love read-aloud time with their wily friend the Pigeon. This book is perfect for preparing kids and caretakers for the first day of school.

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The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! by Mo Willems

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The Color Monster Goes to School by Anna Llenas 

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The Color Monster Goes to School by Anna Llenas 

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Join The Color Monster on his newest adventure, school! Follow him along as he learns about what exactly school is and all the emotions that come with going to school for the first time. It is quite the adventure!

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School's First Day of School puts a fun twist on the first day of school! We all know the emotions we feel before the first day of school. However, have we ever thought about how school feels on the first day of school? Join this brand new school's first day of school and how it feels throughout the day. Have you felt any of these things too?

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The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing

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The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing

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The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing is a great story to read to students who are having their very first day of school! This story may sound familiar to some as it puts a twist on the story The Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore. However, instead of Christmas, the book takes you through the first day of Kindergarten with an interesting and funny twist at the end!

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The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing

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Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen is a great first day of school book. This story teaches students how family can look different. Sometimes our family can be people who we aren't related to. Our Class is a Family shows students how a class is where they spend most of their time, so it is important to make it feel like home and support your classmates just like family!

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Chrysanthemum is a happy little mouse who is so excited to finally start school. But from the very first day, some of the other students begin teasing Chrysanthemum for her long and flowery name. She used to love her name, but not any more. This story is a wonderful story to teach children about loving themselves and embracing their differences. This is a great lesson to teach on the first day of school!

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BIG by Vashti Harrison is about a young girl who is happy, strong, and authentically herself. This is until the people around her start treating her differently because of the size of her body. This is an inspiring story about embracing yourself and loving what makes you, you!

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A young boy on a crowded bus discovers that, after some wiggles and giggles, there’s room for everyone. One stop becomes two stops which soon becomes ten, and Musa wonders when it will end: “How can any more people get in? We’re already smushed like sardines in a tin!” But there's always room for one more, if you make the room.

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I’m here. And you’re there. And that’s okay.
But… maybe there will be a gentle wind that pulls us together. And then I’ll be here and you’ll be here, too. Pure, powerful and deceptively simple, bestselling author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds reminds us that children—and the friendships they make—can take flight in unexpected ways.

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Journey with Teeny Mouse as she discovers that All You Need to try out new things is a little bit of courage and faith in yourself and in others.

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This series follows Greg Heffley, a middle-schooler who illustrates his daily life in a diary. These are great chapter books for students who are interested in chapter books and include fun illustrations to keep children engaged.

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Judy Moody’s enthusiasm, individuality, and real-kid relatability make her a perfect companion for young readers learning to navigate family, friendships, school, and the ups and downs of life in general.

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The Magic Treehouse by Mary Pope Osborne

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The Magic Treehouse by Mary Pope Osborne

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When Jack and Annie discover a mysterious tree house filled with books, they never dream that it will take them on exciting adventures around the world and throughout history! This series has a total of 28 books so the adventures can continue even after student finish the first book!

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The Magic Treehouse by Mary Pope Osborne

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Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. Roald Dahl's original novel tells the story of a little girl with extraordinary powers.

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James and the Giant Peach is a children's book by Roald Dahl about a young orphan boy who discovers a giant magical peach and sets off on an adventure with a group of talking insects. This is a fun book about friendship, adventure, and imagination!

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James and the Giant Peach by Ronald Dahl

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A deeply moving story about community and resilience, from the point-of-view of the Callery pear tree that survived the attacks on September 11. This is an amazing story about strength and resilience and can make a great lesson about this moment in history for younger readers.

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This section is for pre-emergent readers who are just starting to engage with literature. These books teach children simple topics and concepts of print.

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Sometimes nothing needs to be said to tell a story. This section is dedicated to stories where pictures are worth a thousand words.

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This section is dedicated to the different seasons that occur throughout the year. These stories can help students see the beauty of each season and learn what defines each season.

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This section is dedicated to the different holidays that occur throughout the year. These books give students the opportunity to learn more about the holidays they celebrate as well and learn about new holidays that their classmates may celebrate.

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This section is dedicated to books that have been rewarded for their story telling, writing, illustrations and so much more!

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The Amazing Life Cycle of Butterflies by Kay Barnham

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The Amazing Life Cycle of Butterflies by Kay Barnham

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From moth to chrysalis to beautiful butterfly, learn about a butterfly's life. Children have lots of questions about the world around them, and this book helps them discover many amazing and wonderful scientific facts about butterflies.

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The Amazing Life Cycle of Butterflies by Kay Barnham

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Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.
Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.
Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
In We Are in a Book! Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?

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The Sun Shines on the Sea by Michael Slack

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The Sun Shines on the Sea by Michael Slack

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This lift-the-flap board book provides a simple introduction to the food chain. The playful illustrations follow the ocean food chain from krill to fish to shark to whale. The flaps reveal what is in each creature’s belly.

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The Sun Shines on the Sea by Michael Slack

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We are One: How the World Adds Up by Susan Hood

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We are One: How the World Adds Up by Susan Hood

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This book is a fun look at early math concepts such as part/whole, fractions, and addition. It encourages kids to consider concepts such as two slices of bead make one sandwich, seven colors make one rainbow, and nine innings make one baseball game. It is a fascinating concept that shows that parts are necessary to the whole!

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This fun pop-up books gives kids a close-up look at the prehistoric ancestors of seven of our favorite modern pets. The paleontologist author uses fossil clues to reveal the ancient creatures that have become the animals we currently know and love.

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When You Give a Moose a Muffin by Laura Joffe Numeroff

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When You Give a Moose a Muffin by Laura Joffe Numeroff

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In this hilarious sequel to 'If You Give a Mouse a Cookie' (1985), the young host is again run ragged by a surprise guest. Young readers will delight in the comic complications that follow when a little boy entertains a gregarious moose.

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When You Give a Moose a Muffin by Laura Joffe Numeroff

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This story centers on a mother who sings a lullaby to her son at each stage of his life. During his childhood, she becomes frustrated with his rebellious nature, yet always sings to him after he falls asleep.

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. 

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. 

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The lowercase alphabet climb up a coconut tree in order, but their increasing weight makes the tree lean over, causing themselves to fall out of the tree. Shortly after, the uppercase alphabet (portrayed as the parental figures of the lowercase alphabet) comes to their aid.

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr.

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Goodnight Moon is a timeless children's book that follows a bunny saying goodnight to various objects and creatures. It is the perfect story for a parent to share with a child because there is also a subtle message that there is a world out there that we should care about.

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The rainbow fish with its iridescent scales is the most beautiful fish in the whole ocean. But since he is also vain and proud, he becomes more and more lonely over time. Then he realizes that you can't win friends through beauty. He overcomes his pride and begins to distribute his glitter scales to the other fish.

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It’s a big day up in the tree that Mama bird shares with her baby. Mama bird thinks Baby bird is finally ready to leave the nest and learn to fly so he can migrate south with the rest of their flock. But Baby bird isn’t so sure. Can’t his mother keep bringing him worms in their nest? Can’t he migrate in a hot air balloon instead? Or perhaps a car? This silly wordless picture book will keep young readers giggling as Baby bird figures out that he must flap his wings and learn to fly—whether he likes it or not!

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A day at the zoo is a children's book without words where the pictures tell the story. It's about children visiting a zoo for the day. You will make up the names of the children in the story. You can make it as personal as you want. This makes the story fun and interactive for students.

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Laney Dances in the Rain by Kenneth Willard

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Laney Dances in the Rain by Kenneth Willard

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Laney Dances in the Rain is a wordless picture book that allows young children to use their imagination to tell a story in their own words and their own way. Its empathy-building storyline about being true to oneself supports self-belief and self-expression even in the face of questioning or criticism.

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Laney Dances in the Rain by Kenneth Willard

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This story begins on Tuesday evening, when the frogs suddenly start to float. This entertaining, thought-provoking, and nearly-wordless story is engaging for all ages.

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A little boy takes a boat made of newspaper out for a rainy-day adventure. The boy and his boat dance in the downpour and play in the puddles, but when the boy sends his boat floating down a gutter stream, it quickly gets away from him.

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A Stroll Through the Seasons by Kay Barnham 

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A Stroll Through the Seasons by Kay Barnham 

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Discover the seasons, from bright spring blossoms to sparkling winter snow, and everything in between. Children have lots of questions about the world around them, and this book helps them discover many amazing and wonderful scientific facts about nature.

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A Stroll Through the Seasons by Kay Barnham

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This story involves a young boy's experience on a very snowy day. The magic and wonder of a lovely snow- fall, as seen through the eyes of a child, is conveyed as we watch young Peter explore and enjoy the snow.

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Weeds kill off some plants, but one tiny seed escapes all the dangers of the journey. It grows from a tiny seed into a huge sunflower. In the autumn it makes seeds and these are blown away

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On the First Day of Summer Vacation by Tish Rabe

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On the First Day of Summer Vacation by Tish Rabe

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When school is out, it's time to celebrate and have some summertime fun! This book is perfect to share with a kindergartner who's looking forward to summer vacation.

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On the First Day of Summer Vacation by Tish Rabe

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Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn by James Dean 

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Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn by James Dean 

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Pete the Cat isn't sure about the changing of the seasons from summer to autumn. But when he discovers corn mazes, hay rides, and apple picking, Pete realizes there's so much to enjoy and be thankful for about autumn.

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Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn by James Dean

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Readers who love stories about friendship, school, and little monsters will love this clever and humorous picture book about a skeleton who is falling to pieces and needs help pulling himself together from his monster friends! This is a great story to read to your students for Halloween.

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Barefoot Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World by Kate DePalma

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Barefoot Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World by Kate DePalma

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Experience the wonder of 13 holidays from around the world! From the Spring Festival in China to Inti Raymi in Peru and the New Yam Festival in Nigeria, experience an immersive journey bright with lyrical text and vibrant illustrations. Perfect for sparking curiosity, this book helps young readers appreciate diverse traditions and the joy of coming together.

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Barefoot Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World

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Let's Get Festive!: Celebrations Around the World by Joanna Konczak

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Let's Get Festive!: Celebrations Around the World by Joanna Konczak

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Travel the world in this stunningly illustrated collection of 36 celebrations. A jubilant look at holidays and festivals to celebrate every season! This truly international collection includes celebrations and traditions such as: Nowruz, Holi, Rosh Hashanah, Sogkran, Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, Eid Al-Adha, Carnival, Halloween, O-Bon, Thanksgiving, the Dragon Boat Festival, Saint Patrick's Day, and many more!

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Let's Get Festive!: Celebrations Around the World

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What Do You Celebrate?: Holidays and Festivals Around the World by Whitney Stewart

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What Do You Celebrate?: Holidays and Festivals Around the World by Whitney Stewart

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Across the globe, every country has its special holidays. From Brazilian carnival and Chinese New Year to France’s Bastille Day and our very own Fourth of July, What Do You Celebrate? presents 14 special occasions where people dance, dress up, eat yummy foods, and enjoy other fun traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. Kids can travel the globe and learn about Fastelavn, Purim, the Cherry Blossom Festival, Holi, Eid al-Fitr, Halloween, Day of the Dead, Guy Fawkes Day, the German Lantern Festival, and more. This can also be interactive where students can discuss the holidays they discuss.

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What Do You Celebrate?: Holidays and Festivals Around the World

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Caleb, a new neighbor, joins a Diwali themed play date. Will Riya and her friends be able to make Caleb feel comfortable? Enjoy this fun story that takes you around the world and find out how cultures around the world sparkle more when celebrated together.

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What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada

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What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada

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This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult.

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What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada

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Waiting is a big part of childhood—waiting in line, waiting to grow up, waiting for something special to happen—but in this book, a child sets the stage and pulls the strings. Five friends sit happily on a windowsill, waiting for something amazing to happen. The owl is waiting for the moon. The pig is waiting for the rain. The bear is waiting for the wind. The puppy is waiting for the snow. And the rabbit is just looking out the window because he likes to wait! What will happen? Will patience win in the end? Or someday will the friends stop waiting and do something unexpected?

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak 

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When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him.

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

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The Family Under The Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson

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The Family Under The Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson

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Armand, an old man living on the streets of Paris, relishes his solitary life in the beautiful city. He is happy with his carefree existence, begging and doing odd jobs to keep himself warm and fed. With simple pleasures and no cares, what more could he need? Then one day just before Christmas, Armand returns to his favorite spot beneath the bridge to find three cold and hungry children. Although he has no interest in children, Armand soon finds himself caring for the small family. It does not take Armand very long to realize that he must do whatever it takes to get them a real home. Children will treasure this warm and funny adventure of family, freedom, and Santa Claus.

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The Family Under The Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson

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Owen’s fuzzy yellow blanket is his favorite possession. Everywhere Owen goes, his blanket goes with him. Upstairs, downstairs, in-between. Inside, outside, upside down. Everywhere! Owen’s parents are in despair—soon Owen will begin school, and he can’t take Fuzzy with him then. Whatever can be done?

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This section is dedicated the author Mo Willems. I highly enjoy Mo Willems books and find them extremely engaging for children and adults. His writing is funny and illustrations simple. His literature includes the Elephant and Piggy series and so much more!

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Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.
Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.
Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
In We Are in a Book! Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?

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Sulwe has skin the color of midnight. She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything.

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems 

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems 

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Mo Willems' acclaimed picture book debut in a brand new board book format.When a bus driver takes a break in this hilarious Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, he gives the reader just one instruction: "Don't let the pigeon drive the bus!" But, boy, that pigeon tries every trick in the book to get in that driving seat: he whines, wheedles, fibs and flatters. Will you let him drive? Told entirely in speech bubbles, this brilliantly original and funny picture book demands audience participation!

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems

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In Waiting Is Not Easy!, Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he is going to have to wait for it. And Wait. And wait some more...

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo

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Once, in a house on Egypt Street, there lived a china rabbit named Edward Tulane. The rabbit was very pleased with himself, and for good reason: he was owned by a girl named Abilene, who adored him completely. And then, one day, he was lost. . . . Kate DiCamillo takes us on an extraordinary journey, from the depths of the ocean to the net of a fisherman, from the bedside of an ailing child to the bustling streets of Memphis. Along the way, we are shown a miracle — that even a heart of the most breakable kind can learn to love, to lose, and to love again.

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo

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This section is dedicated to books for transitional readers. Students typically reach this point around 2nd grade. Students are able to read longer sentences and more complex texts

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The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires

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The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires

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For the early grades’ exploration of character education, this funny book offers a perfect example of the rewards of perseverance and creativity. The girl’s frustration and anger are vividly depicted in the detailed art, and the story offers good options for dealing honestly with these feelings, while at the same time reassuring children that it’s okay to make mistakes. The clever use of verbs in groups of threes is both fun and functional, offering opportunities for wonderful vocabulary enrichment.

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The Bad Guys is a great transitional books series for students who are looking for more of a challenging book but are not quite ready for chapter books. This books series is about the adventures of Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Mr. Piranha, and Mr. Shark!

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All the fruit are in the bowl. There's Apple and Orange. Strawberry and Peach. Plum and Pear. And, of course, Tomato. Now wait just a minute! Tomatoes aren't fruit! Or are they? Using sly science (and some wisdom from a wise old raisin), Tomato proves all the fruit wrong and shows that he belongs in the bowl just as much as the next blueberry! And he's bringing some unexpected friends too!

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Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters by Andrea Beaty

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Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters by Andrea Beaty

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Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters is the first in a unique and exciting series of chapter books for children, parents, and teachers who want to make STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fun.

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Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters by Andrea Beaty

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This hilarious send-up of a children's nature primer teaches kids that the most important story is the one you write yourself.

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This section is dedicated to fractured fairytales. Fractured fairytales are classic fairytales that are retold in a modern way. These often allow readers to see a new perspective and can be very humorous.

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"The Three Little Tamales" is the story of the "Three Little Pigs," with a south-Texas flavor and twist. While the three little tamales cool off on a windowsill, a tortilla rolls by. "You'll be eaten. You'd better run " he tells them. And so the tamales jump out the window. The first runs to the prairie and builds a house of sagebrush. The second runs to a cornfield and builds a house of cornstalks. The third runs to the desrt and builds a house of cactus. Then who should come along but Senor Lobo, the Big Bad Wolf, who plans to blow their houses down

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This retelling of The Ugly Ducking, The Ugly Dumpling is a modern fairytale retelling with a timeless moral: There’s a little ugly dumpling in all of us.

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The Little Red Pen by Janet Stevens and Susan Crummel

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The Little Red Pen by Janet Stevens and Susan Crummel

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The Little Red Pen by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel is a picture book that's inspired by The Little Red Hen. The story is about a red pen who is tasked with grading papers, but her school supply friends are afraid to help her. The pen ends up in the trash, and her friends must work together to rescue her.

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The Little Red Pen by Janet Stevens and Susan Crummel

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"Red Riding Hood" by James Marshall is charming retelling of the classic fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood. Marshall's version, published in 1987, combines a playful narrative cartoonish illustrations, making it appealing for children and adults alike.

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Everyone knows the story of Sleeping Beauty: A handsome prince rescues a beautiful princess from a wicked fairy's terrible sleeping spell. This story is just like the original. Except for the sarcastic frog narrator, the garlic-scented fairy, and the princess in this book not only sleeps and snores . . . she's also been turned into a hot-pink and purple dragon!

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There is a Bird on Your Head! by Mo Willems

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There is a Bird on Your Head! by Mo Willems

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In There Is a Bird On My Head!, Gerald discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head—two birds on your head!  Can Piggie help her best friend?

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There is a Bird on Your Head! by Mo Willems

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The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! by Mo Willems

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The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! by Mo Willems

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When Pigeon finds a delicious hot dog, he can hardly wait to shove the entire thing in his beak. But . . . then a very sly and hungry duckling enters the scene and wants a bite. Who will be the more clever bird?

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The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! by Mo Willems

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr.

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr.

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? helps teach colors to young children and encourages pre-readers to read along with the simple text.

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr.

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen

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Will you come too? Join a father and his four young children as they cross a field of tall, wavy grass, wade through a deep, cold river, struggle through swampy mud, find their way through a big, dark forest, fight through a whirling snowstorm, and enter finally enter a narrow, gloomy cave. What will they find there? You’ll have to read on to find out! This fun story will be great for pre-emergent readers and allow them to be engaged and act out the story!

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen

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For generations, Pat the Bunny has been creating special first-time moments between parents and their children. One of the best-selling children’s books of all time, this classic touch-and-feel book offers babies a playful and engaging experience.

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Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Peña

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Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Peña

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Last Stop on Market Street is a 2015 children's book written by American author Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson, which won the 2016 Newbery Medal, a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, and a Caldecott Honor.

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Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Peña

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Before the Ever After by Jacqueline Woodson

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Before the Ever After by Jacqueline Woodson

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National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson's stirring novel-in-verse explores how a family moves forward when their glory days have passed and the cost of professional sports on Black bodies. This book has won the NAACP Image Award and the Coretta Scott King Author Award.

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Before the Ever After by Jaqueline Woodson

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Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut by Derrick Barnes

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Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut by Derrick Barnes

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Winner of the 2018 Kirkus Prize for Young Readers, A Newbery Honor Book, A Caldecott Honor Book, A Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book, A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book, An Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award Book, An Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor Book,
and A Society of Illustrators Gold Medal Book. Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut is a high-spirited, engaging salute to the beautiful, raw, assured humanity of black boys and how they see themselves when they approve of their reflections in the mirror.

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We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom

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We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom

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From author Carole Lindstrom and illustrator Michaela Goade comes a New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Medal winning picture book that honors Indigenous-led movements across the world. Powerfully written and gorgeously illustrated, We Are Water Protectors, issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth’s water from harm and corruption―inviting young readers everywhere to join the fight.

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Would you make a deal with a magical tiger? This uplifting story brings Korean folklore to life as a girl goes on a quest to unlock the power of stories and save her grandmother. This story is the Winner of The Newberry Medal, winner of the Asian/Pacific American Award For Children's Literature, and a #1 New York Times Bestseller.

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The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick

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The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick

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The Invention of Hugo Cabret is about a young boy named Hugo who lives in a Paris train station. He is working to repair an automaton, which he thinks will write him a secret message from his dead father. While stealing parts to repair the machine, Hugo gets caught. This story is the winner of the Caldecott Medal

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A Ball for Daisy is a 2011 children's wordless picture book written and illustrated by Chris Raschka. The book tells the story of a dog named Daisy, who has a beloved ball destroyed and then replaced. This book is also the 2012 Caldecott Medal for his illustrations in the book.

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In this magical Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend wordlessly explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance.

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In this deceptively simple wordless picture book, a small girl finds the end of a long black line and picks it up. She wiggles the line, slides down it and spins inside circles made from it. This wordless book shows us how we can all be creative!

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This section is dedicated to books that teach Social/Emotional skills yo young readers such as self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making. These are books that could be great read alouds in the classroom as well!

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The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas

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The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas

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One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad, and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color. As this adorable monster learns to sort and define his mixed-up emotions, he gains self-awareness and peace as a result. Everyone will enjoy sharing this concept book that taps into both socio-emotional growth and color concepts in a simple, friendly way.

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The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas

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Helping children identify and express their feelings in a positive manner is important for their social-emotional learning, developing empathy, and building resilience. Feelings are neither good nor bad, they simply are. Kids need words to name their feelings, just as they need words to name all things in their world.

The Way I Feel uses strong, colorful, and expressive images which go along with simple verses to help children connect the word and the emotion. Children will learn useful words giving parents, teachers, and caregivers many chances to open conversations about what’s going on in their child’s life.

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In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek 

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In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek 

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Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. In My Heart explores a full range of emotions, describing how they feel physically, inside, with language that is lyrical but also direct to empower readers to practice articulating and identifying their own emotions.

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In My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek

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My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions and Express Feelings (Resilient Kids) by Natalia Maguire 

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My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions and Express Feelings (Resilient Kids) by Natalia Maguire 

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This book is an excellent educational source that has is all. The book includes a cute story that kids can relate to, beautiful illustrations that capture children's attention, calming-down activities for kids, instructions to adults on the follow-up activities, emotions cards, feelings cards, coloring pages and related short stories to teach kids empathy.

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My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions and Express Feelings (Resilient Kids) by Natalia Maguire

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The Reflection in Me by Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds 

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The Reflection in Me by Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds 

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This is a story of self-love that teaches children that their physical layer is just that -- one layer -- and below it lies a rich tapestry of attributes that make them unique and wonderful. Through Marc Colagiovanni’s powerful text and Peter H. Reynolds's inspirational artwork, this picture book offers readers a wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance.

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The Reflection in Me by Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds

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How I Feel When I Hear NO by Ronit Farzam 

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How I Feel When I Hear NO by Ronit Farzam 

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Kids hate the word “no”! It can make them feel mad and sad, turning them into a dragon that breathes fire, a mischievous wizard, and a raging volcano. It can make them want to destroy everything in their path. With a parent’s help, together they can find the best way to turn a NO into a YES.

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How I Feel When I Hear NO by Ronit Farzam PhD