Meredith Johnson

Simple text discusses how to develop the skills to think, listen, talk about, and resolve a problem.

Demonstrates ways of showing respect and responsibility, putting things in their place, asking permission before using someone else's things, and being environmentally aware.

A child who can't follow rules is a child who's always in trouble. This book starts with simple reasons why we have rules: to help us stay safe, learn, be fair, and get along. Then it presents just four basic rules: "Listen," "Best Work," "Hands and Body to Myself," and "Please and Thank You." The focus throughout is on the positive sense of pride that comes with learning to follow rules. Includes questions and activities adults can use to reinforce...

Explains that many things can be frightening and provides examples of what one can do to feel less afraid, such as asking for help from a person one trusts. Includes information and extension activities for parents or teachers.

The world can seem so perilous, especially where our children are concerned. But even very young children can learn basic skills for staying safe in ordinary situations and preparing for emergencies. Without scaring kids (or alarming adults), this book teaches little ones how to avoid potentially dangerous situations, ask for help, follow directions, use things carefully, and plan ahead. Includes questions, activities, and safety games that reinforce...

Teaches young readers the importance of telling the truth and reassures them that, even though it may be difficult, it is always best to be honest. Includes discussion questions, games, and activities.

Mrs. Carson's class is doing a talent show but Keesha experiences anxiety when she is in front of people.

Everything has a place. Things last longer when we take care of them. Showing respect, responsibility, and stewardship are social skills that even young children can relate to--because they have things they value. In both English and Spanish, this book encourages children to pick up after themselves, put things back where they belong, and ask permission to use things that don't belong to them. It also teaches simple environmental awareness: respecting...

In this humorous adventure, Matt takes his pet gecko to school, and disaster almost strikes when the gecko escapes. Matt and his friends try to catch the gecko as it runs around the classroom, hoping their teacher won't notice.

Will is a fearless, loveable superhero . . . well . . . at least in his imagination. He can leap tall buildings . . . from his bed . . . and he can rescue his sister from the jaws of a ferocious beast . . . his dog, Ralph! Complete with cape and sword, Will's adventures take him on dangerous missions through the jungle . . . his backyard. But when he gets confused by the meaning of God's armor, his dad teaches him that he can do anything with God's...