Growing Kids

Since as far back as Ben can remember, it’s been him, his devoted dad, and Sunshine - Ben’s little dog, who rarely leaves Ben’s side. It was Mom who did the leaving, and Ben’s about to spend a whole week with his suddenly present mother in the wilds of northern Minnesota. On the remote island she calls home, Ben will learn to camp, canoe, weather the elements, and weigh a burning question: When will she come back to where she belongs?

Clem can make anybody, even his grumpy older sisters, smile with his jokes. But when his family receives news that his father has died in the infamous Port Chicago disaster, everything begins to fall apart. Clem's mother is forced to work long, tough hours as a maid for a wealthy White family. Soon Clem can barely recognize his home - and himself. Can he live up to his father's legacy?

September, 1939. When Jimmy is evacuated to a small village in Wales, it couldn’t be more different from London. Green, quiet and full of strangers, he instantly feels out of place. But then he finds a skull hidden in a tree, and suddenly the valley is more frightening than the war. Who can Jimmy trust? His brother is too little; his best friend has changed. Finding an ally in someone he never expects, they set out together to uncover the secrets that lie with the skull. What they discover will change Jimmy - and the village - forever.

Written by a popular middle-grade author, this heartfelt and important treatment of anxiety and depression centers on a 10-year-old boy who begins to handle his grief after his mother disappears by creating a fantasy narrative of where she’s gone, with the help of a kindly neighbor who survived separation from her father during World War II.

Designed to captivate and clarify, this engaging guide transforms complex decision-making into fun, easy-to-understand lessons your child can actually use. From handling peer pressure and managing emotions to thinking ahead and solving tricky problems, each chapter empowers kids to build the confidence and thinking habits of strong, independent decision-makers.

Author Sumbul Ali-Karamali offers her personal account, discussing the many and varied questions she fielded from curious friends and schoolmates while growing up in Southern California—from diet, to dress, to prayer and holidays and everything in between. She also provides an academically...

At best, raising a child has always been a daunting task. Today’s society’s stresses and expectations have intensified this challenge for parents and traumatized children in several cases.

Kindness is a powerful tool that can help your child to live a peaceful and harmonious life. A wealth of opportunities will open up to your child by the simple virtue of kindness. Follow Slone the sloth through his very slow journey to kindergarten, where your child will learn how simple acts of kindness can spread joy so easily.

Could gratitude and positivity be the secret to helping your child feel stronger and recover faster? When facing illness or injury, it's perfectly natural for children to feel sad and down. However, The Gratitude Prescription for Kids reveals how finding reasons to be grateful and adopting a positive mindset can become their greatest healing superpowers yet! Could gratitude and positivity be the secret to helping your child feel stronger and recover faster?

Heading to the hospital for surgery can be a big adventure, but it can also be pretty daunting — especially for kids. Getting Ready for My Surgery is here to help! This book is like a friendly guide, taking you by the hand and showing you exactly what you can expect, from the moment you step into the hospital to the happy moment when it's all done.

In The Bravest Kid, Jack hurts his ankle and he tries really hard not to cry. He's not a baby! Surely he can be braver than that?

This guided healing visualization for kids is a must-have book for any parent who wants to help their child develop lifelong emotional resilience through the power of healing meditation.

Embark on a heartwarming journey with Betty as she faces the excitement and challenges of her inaugural day at school. In "Betty's First Day of School," written for young listeners, every minute is a portal to a world where curiosity, friendship, and learning converge in a delightful narrative. The story unfolds on the eve of Betty's big day, where the anticipation and nervous energy radiate from the words.

Having a pet dragon is very fun. You can teach your dragon to sit, stand, roll over, and you can even potty train him. But what if your dragon is not responsible? What if he always says "It's not my fault!" and puts the blame on others for his mistakes? What do you do? You teach him that mistakes are not bad, as long as he learns from it.

Having a pet dragon is very fun! He can sit, rollover, and play… He can candle a birthday cake, lit a campfire, or so many other cool things… But what if your dragon has trouble staying focused? What if he won't pay attention to his teacher in class and often look out the windows watching clouds go by instead? What if he often daydreams when the teacher is teaching? What if he is easily distracted during his soccer game? What if he always has trouble staying on task at home? What should you do? You teach him to focus!

Before they became the world-famous Kids of Widney High, they first had to survive junior high! This rock band, composed entirely of members with developmental disabilities, loves to put on a show, but boy can they can get into fights, trouble, and sticky situations. Join their friend and honorary assistant manager Robbie as he introduces the band members and shows us how they’re just like everyone else.

Every great author started out as a kid. Before the best sellers, fan clubs, and beloved stories we know today, the world's most celebrated writers had regular-kid problems just like you. Sam Clemens (aka Mark Twain) loved to skip school and make mischief, with his best friend Tom, of course! A young J. R. R. Tolkien was bitten by a huge tarantula - or as he called it, "a spider as big as a dragon." Toddler Zora Neale Hurston took her first steps when a wild hog entered her house and started chasing her!

Do you want to make the world a fairer and more equal place? But are there times when all those big complex problems feel totally overwhelming or difficult to understand? You're not alone, and yet sometimes it's just the little things you can do, every single day, that all add up and make the biggest difference. In this handbook, founders of Everyday Racism Natalie and Naomi Evans introduce young listeners to anti-racism work - explaining what racism is, where it comes from, and the everyday small actions young people can take to combat it.

Chaos, Spaß und Humor! Jessica versteht die Welt nicht mehr: Schon immer waren Natalie und sie unzertrennlich – einfach allerallerbeste Freundinnen! Doch seit Amelia neu in ihre Klasse gekommen ist, hat sich alles geändert. Amelia ist eine richtige Zicke und gründet doch tatsächlich zusammen mit Natalie eine geheime Bande, in der Jessica nicht Mitglied sein darf. Aber Jessica lässt sich das nicht gefallen und heckt einen genialen Plan aus.

Für alle, die gerne lachen! Beste Freundin oder schlimmste Feindin? Voll fies, was da abgeht! Dabei könnte alles so schön sein: Jessica hat sich mit ihrer besten Freundin Natalie wieder versöhnt und ist an ihrer Schule als Comiczeichnerin erfolgreich. Doch dann taucht Scarlett auf und die ist echt die schlimmste Person unter der Sonne! Sie lässt keine Gelegenheit aus, um Jessica bloßzustellen. Und zu allem Überfluss zeichnet sie ebenfalls Comics – und das gar nicht mal schlecht. Doch Jessica weiß sich zu helfen.