Life Skills For Kids

Kat is excited to sleep in her own room—the big girl room—for the very first time. But her younger sister, Tina, is nervous to sleep in their old room without her. So Kat comes up with a plan: she'll give all of her stuffed animals to her younger sister, and every time Tina gets scared, she should hold them close and be reminded of all the wonderful things each animal represents: bravery, creativity, love, and imagination. But that night, as a storm thunders outside their windows, it turns out that the big girl room can feel a bit lonely. And Kat might be the one who needs the extra support.

The Wills and the Won’ts can’t seem to agree on anything, so they build a wall to keep the other out. Until a hopeful young May realizes that perhaps they can find some common ground, if only they work together. A fantastically timely and timeless read-aloud with the bouncing rhyme of Dr. Seuss and a message that will resonate with listeners of all ages: Tolerance and togetherness put us all on the same side.

Amelia Bedelia's friend Rose is having a slumber party. It's Amelia Bedelia's first sleepover, and she's confused. Isn't sleeping boring? Luckily, all the girls in Amelia Bedelia's class are there, and the party is the exact opposite of boring. There are pizzas to eat, games to play, and fingernail polish in all the colors of the rainbow to admire. And when it is time to go to sleep, well, something unexpected happens then, too.

Amelia Bedelia has been loved by readers for more than 50 years. And it turns out that her childhood is full of silly mix-ups, too! In this funny I Can Read story, Amelia Bedelia gets ready to smile for the camera on school picture day. The Amelia Bedelia books have sold more than 35 million copies since we first met the iconic character in 1963!

Amelia Bedelia and her entire class are going on a hike. Amelia Bedelia is excited. What will she find for the classroom nature table? Amelia Bedelia spots squirrels, deer, birds, and insects along the trail. She has fun splashing with her friends in a stream, collecting leaves, and having a picnic. Best of all, her nature table find is a surprise in more ways than one! An easy-to-listen-to book about friendship and exploring the natural world.

Clara Lemlich immigrated to New York to escape danger in Ukraine, where she was born. She started working in clothing factories on the Lower East Side, only to realize that workers were being treated unfairly. So she stood up for the rights of workers, especially girls and women - and she won, changing the way factory workers were treated in America forever!

This deeply felt children's book from Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and her son Harry - authors of the memoir Under Our Roof - reassures children that, even when the grown-ups in their life are absent, they are loved and enough as they are.

There weren't many women who tried to become doctors when Virginia Apgar went to medical school - but she didn't let that stop her. After a professor discouraged from becoming a surgeon, she became an anesthesiologist instead and created the famous Apgar test to check the health of newborn babies. It's a test that's still used in hospitals across the world today!

Our collection of 35 Awesome Football Stories for Kids is crafted to not only inspire young athletes aged 8-12 but also teach them the value of perseverance and courage. It's packed with inspirational footballing entertainment that’s sure to give you and your kids no end of fun.

Taxes are currently a necessary part of all developed economies and, as such, the earlier we can get our youth to understand what they are, the better. Come along this journey with Solomon in this edition of the series written by serial entrepreneur, social influencer, and award-winning author JT.

De to følelser Glæde og Triste havner ved et uheld i Langtidshukommelsen, og turen tilbage til Hovedkvarteret er både lang og fyldt med farer. Hvad sker der egentlig med Riley, når Glæde ikke er i Hovedkvarteret? Hvordan skal Vrede, Frygt og Afsky klare tingene uden hende? Og er Triste måske vigtigere, end de andre tror?

What is it with Olivia and ghosts? No matter where Olivia Kidney goes, they follow. Even when she and her klutzy handyman father start over in a new brownstone in New York City - owned by the mad, bad, and dangerous Ansel Plover - there is no escape from the weirdness that is Olivia's life. Their new living room is entirely submerged underwater, and Olivia needs a boat to navigate past the bobbing furniture and snapping turtles just to get to her bedroom. And then, there are the ghosts. The house holds secrets, lots of them - Olivia can feel it. Why, she wonders, was she invited to live there?

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.

There's no one more blunt, more opinionated, or more outspoken than the average teen. Except, of course, Bill O'Reilly, veteran star journalist, anchor of the most watched cable news program on TV, New York Times best-selling author, husband, father of two, and former teacher.

Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become one of the most successful, determined, and well-known conductors of the Underground Railroad. With her family's love planted firmly in her heart, Harriet looked to the North Star for guidance - and its light helped guide her way out of slavery. Her courage made it possible for her to help others reach freedom, too.

In Solomon Learns About Money, Solomon's dad introduces him to the very basics of making money and begins his financial literacy journey by encouraging him to save and invest.

Following the death of her beloved father, the finest mapmaker in Oakhaven, young Priscilla inherits his greatest legacy: a mysterious, unfinished map and a special compass. The map, mostly a blank expanse of sea, is said to lead to the Unseen Isle, a place whose path is revealed not by ink, but by faith. Grieving but resolute, Priscilla embarks on a solo voyage in her skiff, The Steadfast, into the vast and intimidating Sea of Secrets.

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to help your shy kiddo overcome their social anxiety and break out of their shell? Look no further than Social Skills Every Shy Kid Should Know! Whether they're struggling with making new friends or having social anxiety in public settings, this book has everything your child needs to thrive.

Max’s first year of middle school hasn’t been easy. Eighth-grade hotshot Johnny Pro torments Max constantly, for no other reason than Max is fat and an easy target. Max wishes he could fight back, but he doesn’t want to hurt Johnny . . . just make him feel the way Max feels.

Niya Moto is the only one-legged samurai kid in Japan, famous for falling flat on his face in the dirt. None of the samurai schools will teach crippled Niya, until an offer arrives from the legendary samurai warrior Ki-Yaga, sensei of the Cockroach Ryu. Niya and the other Cockroaches must defeat the fierce samurai students from the Dragon Ryu at the Samurai Trainee Games. Though they seem to be at a terrible disadvantage, it’s not long before they learn that if they stick together, there is no journey that they cannot complete, no fear that they cannot face....