A fun and informative illustrated kids’ guide to safely and productively navigating the digital landscape. Cellphones have become a fact of life, with children as young as eight (yes, eight!) getting their very own “devices.” Such boundless access means our kids are in nearly constant contact with technology that was designed specifically for adults. And they’re doing so without any type of road map. Enter First Phone: the essential book that apprehensive parents can confidently hand to their kids to read as they begin their journey into the digital world. In First Phone, Catherine Pearlman—licensed clinical social worker and parenting expert—speaks directly to eight- to twelve-year-old children about digital safety in a manner that is playful, engaging, and age-appropriate. With insights and strategies supported by the latest research, First Phone offers: • guidance on privacy, boundaries, social media, and even sexting (yes, young children need to learn about sexting before it happens!) • best digital hygiene and self-care practices, including when to put the darn phone down, when to turn off notifications, and where to charge • how to be a kind and compassionate upstander in a digital world An essential companion when your child receives their first phone, this book provides kids the tools and information they need while giving their parents peace of mind.

This book explores the ways in which people are different and the same. We are all living things on the same planet. We all need food, shelter, and friends. We all grow up. We also have different ways of life, and we are each good at different things. The things that are the same make us feel close to one another; the things that are different make it fun to know each other! "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

A book for kids 8 and up that delivers social-emotional learning with the wild fun of DRAGONS. Brief stories, personality quizzes, and hands-on activities are designed to help a child identify and celebrate his or her own dragon-like qualities, including the ability to overcome fears, discover your creativity and passion, understand and harness emotions, and more.

Becoming homeless happens--but how does it feel when it happens to you? Being homeless is a devastating and life-changing experience that happens to thousands of young people every year. Discover what it is like to be made homeless through the heartfelt stories of survivors. Learn how it happened to them, read their journeys out of homelessness, and find out more about what causes people to become homeless in this open, sensitive, and informative exploration.

Becoming part of a gang happens--but how does it feel when it happens to you? Being part of a gang is a dangerous and life-changing experience that happens to thousands of young people every year. Discover what it is like to be a gang member through the heartfelt stories of survivors. Learn how it happened to them, read their journeys to freedom, and find out more about what causes young people to join gangs in this open, sensitive, and informative exploration.

Bully 101 is an irreverant look at a familiar and ongoing issue.  It explores both the temptations of bullying and the remarkable possibility of kindness. It is an excellent conversation starter for both families and schools, or anyone who hopes for peace. The illustrations are funky. The text rhymes and twists. Geared towards primary-grade 7 Bully 101 identifies ways in bullying occurs, (cyber,  playground, bus,) the feelings that result (for both the bully and victim) and the  simple notion that anyone can chose kindness instead. The book does not answer all questions surrounding bullying; it does not preach either. Rather, it will begin conversations on why we bully, or watch it happen and it presents the idea that everyone has the choice  to not participate in it.

Bullies made Andrew's whole seventh-grade year a nightmare. Bullies forced Jaevon to change schools and get into fights. Emily's "friends" picked at her until she was a carcass. From all kinds of backgrounds, kids and grownups talk openly about their experiences of being bullied. Their honest, moving stories will resonate with the many children who have undergone bullying of all kinds—emotional and physical—and who have tried to deal with it alone or with help. Arresting photos by Steven Vote draw us into the lives of these brave people.

Children who belong to healthy peer groups are generally happier and function at a higher level. Can We Be Friends? helps young students learn the steps it takes to meet, make, and keep a friend. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Learning to tolerate different opinions, perspectives, and beliefs is vital to a healthy society. Slim Goodbody's Can't We Get Along? helps students understand the need and importance for tolerance, and the steps they can take to increase peace in their lives and in the world. From School Library Journal: Grade 1–5—These books offer clear and simple advice for children and provide adults with springboards for discussion and role-playing. All have appealing color photographs of a variety of types of kids (though they look a bit staged), opening scenarios, concrete coping suggestions, and solid reasoning. The book suggestions for further reading have no copyright dates, but the Web sites are all currently active and provide excellent resources. In Can We Get Along?, differences in skin tone, religion, wealth, language, and ability are all addressed. The book concludes with six skills for ending conflicts. The strongest title, I Said No!, explains why saying "yes" is easier. Then 10 refusal skills are presented with illustrations and specific language/behavior. There is some discussion about personal struggles and tough questions to ponder. Why Are You Picking on Me? deals with bullies and victims. Explanations for both roles are offered, with solid ways to avoid being a target. Telling an adult is listed as the first step, and suggestions for a school-wide bully-free zone conclude the book. These are solid additions to elementary collections.—Debbie Whitbeck, West Ottawa Public Schools, Holland, MI Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

A healthy mind is essential for a healthy life. Readers learn all the ways they can keep their minds healthy through activity, diet, sleep, and stress management.

A healthy mouth is more than just a beautiful smile. Readers learn how to care for their teeth, foods to eat for healthy teeth, and what to avoid so they don't damage their teeth.

A healthy mouth is more than just a beautiful smile. Readers learn how to care for their teeth, foods to eat for healthy teeth, and what to avoid so they don't damage their teeth.