Anthology of Children’s Books & Additional Parent Resources
Listed below is an Anthology of Children’s books I have created to compliment each life skill found in my book, A-Z for Me! Life Skills for Kids. These additional books can be read and used as resources to further discussions with children, parents, and enhance lessons for teachers.
Also included is an Anthology of Parent Resource books, links with resources, and Children’s Book series. The links are full of printables, children’s games, read alongs, book series about important life skills, journals, and many teachable resources. I highly recommend visiting the links below. Happy Reading!
A is for Acceptance
Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman- Age 4-9
Accept and Value Each Person by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com) free resources
Byron the Caterpillar Who Loved to Imagine! by Dianne Maroney- Age 5-9 (www.theimagineproject.org)
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes- Age 5-8
Dear Boy: A Celebration of Cool, Clever, Compassionate You! -by Paris Rosenthal-Age 4-9
Dear Girl: A Celebration of Wonderful, Smart, Beautiful You! by Amy & Paris Rosenthal- Age 4-9-(New York Times Best Seller)
Feel Confident by Cheri Meiners Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
It’s OK to Be Different by Todd Parr- Age 4-6
Just Ask! Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia Sotomayor- Age 5-9
One by Kathryn Otoshi-Age 4-8-(Winner of 15 awards & E.B White Read Aloud Honor Award)
Puddle by Jackson Richard-Age 4-8
Respect by Kimberley Pryor- Age 4-8
The OK Book by Amy Krause-Age 4-8
The Missing Piece by Shel Silverstein-Age 7-9
The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss- Age 5+
B is for Belonging
A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams-Age 5-9 ( Caldecott Medal Award)
A Kids Book About Belonging by Kevin Carroll-Age 5-8
Bear Feels Sick by Karma Wilson-Age 4-7
Feel Confident by Cheri Meiners-Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Grandfather’s Journey by Allen Say-Age 6+ (Caldecott Medal Award )
Howard B. Wigglebottom Blends in Like Chameleons: A Fable About Belonging by H. Binkow-Age 4-8 (www.wedolisten.org)
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
Stellaluna by Janell Cannon- Age 4-7
The Friendship Book by Mary Lyn Ray-Age 4-8
We’re All Wonders by R.J Palacio-Age 4-8
Whoever You Are by Mem Fox-Age 4-8
8 Keys to Raising a Quirky Child: How to Help A Kid Who Doesn’t Quite Fit In by Mark Bowers, PhD
C is for Courage
Bold and Brave by Kirsten Gillibrand- Age 6-10
Brave Irene by William Steig-Age 7+
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes-Age 5-8
Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad by Ellen Levine-Age 7-10(Caldecott Honor Book)
Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Courage by Howard Binkow- Age 4-8 (www.wedolisten.org)
Mirette on the High Wire by Emily Arnold McCully-Age 5-9 (Caldecott Medal)
Pilar’s Worries by Victoria Sanchez- Age 5-9
Sheila Rae the Brave by Kevin Henkes- Age 4-6
Take a Deep Breath: Our Emotions and Behavior Series by Sue Graves- Age 3-6
Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave by Jessica Hische- Age 4-7
Try and Stick With It by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
When I Feel Afraid by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
D is for Determination
Apples to Oregon by Deborah Hopkinson-Age 7+
Clorinda Takes Flight by Robert Kinerk-Age 5-9 (Child Magazine Book of the Year and ABC Children’s Booksellers Choice, & Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award Winner)
Colorful Dreamer: The Story of Artist Henri Matisse by Marjorie Blain Parker-Age 5-8
Cool Down and Work Through Anger by Cheri Meiner- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Perseverance: I Have Grit! By Jodie Shepherd-Age 4-8
Pilar’s Worries by Victoria Sanchez-Age 5-9
Salt in His Shoes: Michael Jordan in Pursuit of A Dream by Deloris Jordan-Age 6-10
Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco-Age 7-10
The Don’t Worry Book by Todd Parr- Age 3-6
The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires-Age 4-8
Try and Stick With It by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Worries Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick- Age 4-7
E is for Empathy
A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams-Age 5-9 (Caldecott Medal Award)
Bear Feels Sick by Karma Wilson-Age 4-7
Empathy by Katie Marsico- Age 4-7
Empathy: I Know How You Feel! by Liz George- Age 4-9
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
I Am Human: A Book About Empathy by Susan Verde- Age 4-8
Sophie’s Lovely Locks by Erica Villnave- Age 5-9
The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes-Age 5-9 (Newberry Honor)
The Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco- Age 5-10
Understand and Care by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World by Michele Borba, Ed.D -For Adults
F is for Friendship
Bear’s New Friend by Karma Wilson- Ages 4-8
Bernstein Bears and the Trouble With Friends by Stan & Jan Berenstain- Age 4-8
Berenstain Bears Hug and Make Up by Stan & Jan Berenstain- Age 4-8
Conflict Resolution: When Friends Fight by Liz George-Age 6-9
Dog Breed Guide: A Complete Reference to your Best Friend Fur-ever by National Geographic Kids-Age 5-10
Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin- Age 4-7
Help! A Story of Friendship by Holly Keller- Age 5-9
How Do Dinosaurs Play With Their Friends? By Jane Yolen-Age 4-8
I Don’t Want to Be Nice: Our Emotions and Behavior Series by Sue Graves-Age 3-6 (www.freespirit.com)
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff -Age 4-9
Join In and Play by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Rainbow Fish to the Rescue by Marcus Pfister- Age 4-8
Share and Take Turns by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Stubby the War Dog: The True Story of WWI’s Bravest Dog by Ann Bausum- Age 7-10
Talk and Work it Out by Cheri Meiners -Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
The Friendship Book by Mary Lyn Ray- Age 4-8
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein- Age 6+
G is for Gratitude
Bear Says Thanks by Karma Wilson- Age 4-7
Being Thankful by Mercer Meyer- Age 4-7
Llama Llama Gives Thanks by Anna Dewdney- Age Birth-3years
Reach Out and Give by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Thankful by Eileen Spinelli -Ages 4-8
Thankfulness: A Gratitude Attitude! By Elizabeth George-Age 4-8
Thanks from the Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle-Ages 3-5
Thanks a Million- Poems by Nikki Grimes-Age 5-9 (Coretta Scott King Award)
The Thankful Book by Todd Parr-Age 3-5
The Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco- Age 5-10
H is for Health
100 Screen Free Ways to Beat Boredom! by Kris Hirschmann- Age 5-9
50 Wacky Things Humans Do: Weird & Amazing Facts About the Human Body! by Joe Rhatigan-Age 7-10
Be Careful and Stay Safe by Cheri Meiners -Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Get Up and Go! by Nancy Carlson- Age 4-7
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
How Are You Feeling Today by Molly Potter-Age 5-9 (Emotional Literacy Guide for Parents)
I’m Bored by Michael Black- Ages 4-8
Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! By Candace Fleming- Ages 4-7
My Amazing Body by Pat Thomas- Ages 4-8
My Amazing Body Machine: A Colorful Visual Guide to How the Body Works by Robert Winston- Age 5-10
Pilar’s Worries by Victoria Sanchez- Age 5-9
The Busy Body Book: A Kid’s Guide to Fitness by Lizzy Rockwell-Ages 4-9
The Fruit We Eat by Gail Gibbons- Ages 4-8
The Vegetables We Eat by Gail Gibbons- Ages 4-8
When I Feel Afraid by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Worries Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick- Age 1-4 (Free Spirit’s award-winning Best Behavior’s Series Boardboooks (www.freespirit.com)
I is for Integrity
Be Honest and Tell the Truth by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 ((www.freespirit.com)
Eleanor the Hippo Learns to Tell the Truth by Andy McGuire- Age 4-8
The Emperor’s New Clothes by Hans Christian Anderson- Age 5-9
The Empty Pot by Demi- Age 5-9
How to Behave and Why by Munro Leaf -Age 5-9
I Didn’t Do It! by Sue Graves-Age 4-8
Know and Follow Rules by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Say Something! By Peter H. Reynolds- Age 5-9
Talk and Work it Out by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
This Is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen- Age 3-6
What If Everybody Did That? By Ellen Javernick -Ages 4-9
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears: A West African Tale - by Verna Aardema-Age 7+10 (Caldecott Award)
J is for Joy
100 Things That Make Me Happy by Amy Schwartz- Age 4-7
All Kinds of Kisses by Nancy Tafuri -Ages 3-6
Baby’s Bucket Book by Carol McCloud-Birth to Age 2 (Boardbook)
Be Polite and Kind by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Double Happiness by Nancy Tupper Ling- Age 5-9
Everywhere, Wonder! By Matthew Swanson- Age 4-10
Fill a Bucket: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Young Children by Carol McCloud-Age Birth to 7 years
Growing Up With a Bucket Full of Happiness: Three Rules for a Happier Life by Carol McCloud-Age 9+
Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids by Carol McCloud-Ages 4-8 (www.bucketfillers101.com)
Joy: A Celebration of Mindfulness by Katie Wilson- Age Birth-4 years (Boardbook)
Pass it On by Sophy Henn- Age 4-8
Perfect Square by Michael Hall- Age-4-8
The Jar of Happiness by Alisa Burros- Age 4-8
The Three Questions by Jon J. Muth- Age 7-10
The Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco -Age 5-10
K is for Kindness
A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead-Age 4-8 (Caledcott Medal)
Baby’s Bucket Book by Carol McCloud-Birth to Age 2 (Boardbook)
Be Kind by Pat Miller- Age 4-9
Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson -Age 5-9
Fill a Bucket: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Young Children by Carol McCloud-Age Birth to 7 years
Growing Up With A Bucket Full of Happiness: Three Rules for a Happier Life by Carol McCloud-Age 9+
Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids by Carol McCloud-Ages 4-8 (www.bucketfillers101.com)
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
Kindness Boomerang: How to Save the World and Yourself Through 365 Daily Acts by Orly Wahba-All Ages
Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler by Margery Cuyler-Age 5-8
Kindness and Generosity: It Starts With Me! By Jodie Shepered- Age 4-8
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena- Ages 5-8
Sophie’s Lovely Locks by Erica Villnave- Age 5-9
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein- Ages 4-10
The Life of Ty: Non-Random Acts of Kindness by Lauren Myracle -Ages 8-11
The Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco- Age 5-10
Try a Little Kindness by Henry Cole- Age 4-8
L is for Laughter
Belly Laugh Riddles and Puns for Kids by Sky Pony Press -Ages 5-9
Don’t Let the Pidgeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems-Age 4-7 (Caldecott Honor)
Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin- Age 4-7
Falling for Rapunzel by Leah Wilcox -Age 4-8
Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles by Karen Barss- Age 5-9
I’m Still Here in the Bathtub: Brand New Silly Dilly Songs by Alan Katz-Age 4-8 (National Parent 2001 Seal of Approval)
Laugh-Out-Loud Adventure Jokes for Kids by Joe Elliott- Ages 5-9
Laugh-Out-Loud Road Trip Jokes for Kids by Joe Elliott -Ages 5-9
No, David! by David Shannon-Age 4-7 (Caldecott Honor)
Pidgeon Finds a Hotdog by Mo Willems-Age 4-7
The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt- Age 4-9
The Pidgeon Needs a Bath by Mo Willems-Age 4-7
M is for Manners
Be Polite and Kind by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Clifford’s Manners by Norman Bridwell -Ages 3-6
Emily’s Everyday Manners by Peggy Post & Cindy Post Senning- Age 5-9
How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food? By Jane Yolen and Mark Teague- Age 4-9
How to Behave and Why by Munro Leaf-Age 5-9
Howard B. Wigglebottom and Manners Matter by Howard Binkow- Age 4-8(www.wedolisten.org)
Interrupting Chicken by David Ezra Stein-Age 4-9 (Caldecott Honor)
Manners by Aliki Brandenburg- Age 5-9
Manners at School by Carrie Finn- Ages 4-7
Manners in Public by Carrie Finn- Ages 4-7
Manners on the Playground by Carrie Finn- Ages 4-7
My Mouth is a Volcano! by Julia Cook-Age 4-10 (Mom’s Choice Award of Excellence & Distinguished Achievement)
Respect by Kimberley Pryor- Age 4-7
Time to Say “Please” by Mo Willems- Age 4-7
N is for No
Body Safety Education-A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Kids by Jayneen Sanders -For Adults
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkins-Age 5-8
Horton Hears a Who! By Dr. Seuss- Age 5-9
Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Courage by Howard Binkow- Age 4-8(www.wedolisten.org)
Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Bullies by Howard Binkow- Age 4-8 (www.wedolisten.org)
I Don’t Want to be Nice! By Sue Graves- Age 4-7
Lets’s Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect by Jayneen Sanders-Age 5-9
My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes by Pro Familia-family Health Organization-Age 3-8
My Body Belongs to Me: A Book About Body Safety by Jill Starishevsky ( Assistant District Attorney) Ages 3-8
My Body! What I Say Goes! by Jayneen Sanders Age 5-10 (Activity book goes with it)
No Means No! Teaching Children About Personal Boundaries, Respect & Consent; Empowering Kids by Respecting Their Choices and Their Right to say, “NO!” by Jayneen Sanders -Age 4-8
One by Kathryn Otoshi Age 4-8-(Winner of 15 awards & E.B White Read Aloud Honor Award)
Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept by Jayneen Sanders-Age 4+(Award Winning and part of Body Safety Programs in the US and UK translated into 7 languages).
Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell- Age 5-9
O is for Optimism
Be Positive by Cheri Meiners -Being the Best Me Series -Ages 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Because Amelia Smiled by David Ezra Stein-Age 4-9
Byron the Caterpillar Who Loved to Imagine! By Dianne Maroney Age 5-9 (www.theimagineproject.org)
Extraordinary Jane by Hannah E. Harrison -Age 4-8
How Are You Feeling Today? by Molly Potter-Age 5-9 (Emotional Literacy Guide for Parents)
Ish by Peter H. Reynolds- Age 4-8
It’s Tough to Lose Your Balloon by Jarrett Krosoczka -Age 4-8
Optimism: Sunny-Side Up! By Jodie Shepherd- Age 4-8
Pass It On by Sophy Henn- Age 3-7
Raising Resilient Children: Fostering Strength, Hope, and Optimism in Your Child by Robert Brooks Age Adult
The Bad Mood and the Stick by Lemony Snicket-Age 4-9
The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper- Age 4-8
The Tree Lady: The True Story of How One Tree-Loving Woman Changed a City Forever by H. Hopkins- Age 5-10
Think Positive for Kids: Chicken Soup for the Soul-Lessons for Kids of All Ages by Kevin Sorbo- Age Adult
We’re All Wonders by R.J. Palacio- Age 4-8
Worries Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick (boardbook)- Age 1-4 Free Spirit’s award-winning Best Behavior’s Series Boardboooks- www.freespirit.com)
P is for Patience
Are We There Yet? By Dan Santat- Age 4-8
Are We There Yet? By Nina Laden -Age 4-8
I Don’t Want to Wait: Our Emotions and Behavior Series by Sue Graves- Age 4-8 ((www.freespirit.com)
Listen and Learn by Cheri Meiners Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
My Mouth is a Volcano! by Julia Cook-Age 4-10 (Mom’s Choice Award of Excellence & Distinguished Achievement)
Patience by Rebecca Oilen- Age 4-8
Patience, Miyuki by Roxane Marie Galliez -Age 4-8
The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss -Age 2-6
The Curious Garden by Peter Bro- Age 5-9
Try and Stick With It by Cheri Meiners -Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Waiting by Kevin Henkes- Ages 4-8
Waiting is Not Easy! By Mo Willems-Age 4-8 (Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor Book)
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree by Jamie Deenihan -Age 5-9
Q is for Quiet
Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair by Patricia Polacco- Ages 6-10
Blackout by John Rocco- Age 5-9
Just Breathe: Meditation, Mindfulness, Movement and More by Mallika Chopra-Age 5-10
Hello! Hello! By Matthew Cordell- Age 4-8
The ABC’s of Yoga For Kids by Kathleen Rietz -Age 4-9 (Winner of wwwptpamedia.com award)
Unplugged by Dan Yaccarino- Age 5-8
Unplugged by Steve Antony- Age 3-6
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree by Jamie Deenihan- Age 5-9
Yoga For Kids: Simple First Steps to Yoga & Mindfulness by Susannah Hoffman -Age 5+
100 Screen Free Ways to Beat Boredom! By Kris Hirschmann -Age 5-9
R is for Respect/(Self)Respect
Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect by Jan Berenstain- Age 5-9
I Just Don’t Like the Sound of No! (How About Maybe?) by Julia Cook-Age 4-9(Mom’s Choice Award)
Respect by Kimberley Pryor- Age 5-8
Respect by Lucia Raatma -Age 5-9
Respect and Take Care of Things by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Showing Respect by Penelope Nelson- Age 5-9
The Emotionally Healthy Child: Helping Children Calm, Center, and Maker Smarter Choices by Maureen Healy
The Sandwich Swap by Queen Rania AlAbdulllah- Age 4-7
This is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen- Age 3-6
We All Have Value: A Story of Respect by Mari Schuh Ages- Age 5-9
Whoever You Are by Mem Fox-Age 4-8
S is for Service
Anywhere Farm by Phyllis Root- Age 5-9
Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles by Philippe Cousteau- Age 6-10
Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloud- Age 4-8 (www.bucketfiller101.com)
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift -Age 6-11
More Random Acts of Kindness by Conari Press- Age 5-10
Ordinary Mary’s Extraordinary Deed by Emily Pearson- Age 4-9
Random Acts of Kindness by Conari Press- Age 5-10
Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Change: Courageous Actions Around the World by Garth Sundem- All Ages
Reach Out and Give by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez by Andrea Beaty- Age 5-9
Sophie’s Lovely Locks by Erica Villnave- Age 5-9
The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference by Barbara Lewis- Age 6-10
The Mitten String by Jennifer Rosner- Age 5-9
The Trees of the Dancing Goats by Patricia Polacco- Age 5-10
The Tree Lady: The True Story of How One Tree-Loving Woman Changed a City Forever by H. Hopkins -Age 5-10
T is for Truth
A Day’s Work by Eve Bunting- Age 6-10
Be Honest and Tell the Truth by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Berenstain Bears and the Truth by Stan & Jan Berenstain-Age 5-8
Howard B. Wigglebottom and the Monkey on His Back: A Tale of Telling the Truth by Howard Binkow- Age 4-8 (www.wedolisten.org)
I Didn’t Do It: Our Emotions and Behavior Series by Sue Graves- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com) (-emotion and behavior series)
I’m Telling the Truth: A First Look at Honesty by Pat Thomas- Age 4-8
Nothing But the Truth by AVI- Age 11+ (Newberry Honor)
Tell the Truth, B.B. Wolf by Judy Sierra- Ages 5-9
The Empty Pot by Demi-Age 5-8
The Wolf Who Cried Boy by Bob Hartman- Age 5-8
U is for Unique
Balloons Over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade by Melissa Sweet-Age 5-10 (Caldecott Honor Winner)
Be Who You Are! By Todd Parr- Age 4-7
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae- Age 4-8
Only One You by Linda Kranz -Age 4-8
Perfectly Norman by Tom Percival- Age 5-9
Rose Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty- Ages 6-9
Salt in His Shoes: Michael Jordan In Pursuit of A Dream by Deloris Jordan -Age 5-10
Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovel-l Age 5-9
Tacky the Penguin by Helen Lester- Ages 5-8
The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin by Julia Mosca- Age 6-11
The Story of Ferdinand by Murino Leaf- Age 5-8
Why Am I Me? by Paige Britt- Age 4-7
V is for Value
Accept and Value Each Person by Cheri Meiners- Age 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty- Age 6-9
Adoption by Anita Ganeri -Age 5-8
Cat Breed Guide: A Complete Reference to your Pur-fect Best Friend by National Geographic Kids- Age 5-10
Dog Breed Guide: A Complete Reference to your Best Friend Fur-ever by National Geographic Kids- Age 5-10
Everything I Need to Know I Learned From a Little Golden Book by Diane Muldrow-Age 4-9 (NY Times Bestseller)
Families by Shelley Ronner and Sheila Kelly- Age 4-7
Families Then and Now by Martha Rustad- Age 4-8
Family by Isabell Monk -Age 5-8
Love Makes a Family by Sophie Beer- Age 3-5
Over the Moon: An Adoption Tale by Karen Katz- Age 4-7
Respect by Kimberley Pryor Age 4-8
The Family Book by Todd Parr- Age 4-6
The Great Big Book of Families by Mary Hoffman- Age 4-8
We All Have Value: A Story of Respect by Mari Schuh- Age 5-9
W is for World
Berenstain Bears Go Green by Jan and Mike Berenstain- Age 5-8
Big, Fantastic Earth by Jen Green- Age 8-11
Compost Stew: An A to Z Recipe for Earth by Mary Siddals- Age 5-8
Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers- Age 4-7
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
One World: The World is in Our Hands by Michael Foreman- Age 5-10
Recycle! A Handbook For Kids by Gail Gibbons- Age 6-10
Recycling Earth’s Resources by Barbara Webb- Ages 4-8
Recycle Every Day! By Nancy Wallace- Age 5-9 (Recycle game in back of book)
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle by Cecilia Minden- Age 6-10
The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry- Age 5-10
The Lorax by Dr. Seuss -Age 6-10
The Tree Lady: The True Story of How One Tree-Loving Woman Changed a City Forever by H. Hopkins -Age 5-10
The Water Princess by Susan Verde- Age 4-8
(Self) eXpression
Balloons Over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade by Melissa Sweet-Age 5-10(Caldecott Honor Winner)
Beautiful by Stacy McAnulty- Age 4-7
Beautiful OOPs! By Barney Saltzberg-Age 2-4 (Boardbook)
Colorful Dreamer: The Story of Artist Henri Matisse by Marjorie Blain Parker-Age 5-8
Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson- Age 5-8
I Don’t Draw, I Color! By Adam Lehrhaupt -Age 4-7
Iggy Peck Architect by Andrea Beaty- Age 5-9
Looking at Pictures: An Introduction to Art for Young People by Joy Richardson- Age 7-11
Louise the Big Cheese by Elise Primavera -Age 5-8
Revere Engineer Rose by Andrea Beaty- Age 5-9
Sky Color by Peter Reynolds- Age 5-8
Stagestruck by Tomie DePaola- Age 5-8
The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds- Age 5-8
The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds-Age 4-8
Y is for You
A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon- Age 6-9
Elmer by David McKee- Age 4-8
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andrea- Age 4-8
How to Make a Better World: For Every Kid Who Wants to Make a Difference by Keilly Swift-Age 5-10
Just Ask! Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia Sotomayor- Age 5-9
Louise The Big Cheese by Elise Primavera- Age 5-8
Me I AM! By Jack Prelutsky- Age 5-8
Oh, The Places You’ll Go! By Dr. Seuss -Age 5+
Only One YOU by Linda Kranz -Age 5-10
Ruby the Copycat by Peggy Rathmann- Age 5-8
The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin by Julia Mosca- Age 6-11
The OK Book by Amy Rosenthal- Age 4-8
Why Am I Me? By Britt Paige- Age 4-6
Whoever You Are by Mem Fox- Age 4-8
Z is for Zest
Be Positive Being the Best Me Series by Cheri Meiners-Ages 4-8 (www.freespirit.com)
Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere by Kira Willey -Age 3-6 (In CD form)
Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barret-t Age 5-9
How Are You Feeling Today by Molly Potter-Age 5-9 (Emotional Literacy Guide for Parents)
I Am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness by Susan Verde- Age 5-9 (with a guided mediation)
Just Breathe: Meditation, Mindfulness, Movement and More by Mallika Chopra-Age 5-10
Now by Antoinette Portis- Age 3-8
Pass it On by Sophy Henn -Age 3-8
The ABC’s of Yoga For Kids by Kathleen Rietz -Age 4-9 (winner wwwptpamedia.com award)
The Huge Bag of Worries by Virginia Ironside-Age 5-9
The Peace Book by Todd Parr- Age 3-8
The Tree Lady: The True Story of How One Tree-Loving Woman Changed a City Forever by H. Hopkins- Age 5-10
Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes- Age 5-8
Worries Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick -Age 1-4 ( Free Spirit’s award-winning Best Behavior’s Series)
Yoga For Kids: Simple First Steps to Yoga & Mindfulness by Susannah Hoffman Age 5+
Resource Books for Parents and Teachers
Oct 13 Written By Mitzi Adams
8 Keys to Raising the Quirky Child: How to Help a Kid Who Doesn’t Quite Fit In by Mark Bowers, PhD-Pediatric Psychologist specializing in Neurodevelopment diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, brain injuries & Learning Difficulties. This book defines quirky markers and offers strategies for parents to understand their children’s brains and behaviors; to know what is developmentally appropriate, and what isn’t; to understand how to reach their kids; and to help facilitate their social functioning in the world.
Body Safety Education-A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Kids From Sexual Abuse by Jayneen Sanders. This book is a step-by-step guide for parents, teachers, and caregivers on how to protect children from sexual abuse through personal Body Safety Education. This guide contains simple, practical and age-appropriate ideas and empowers children. Jayneen is an advocate and educator who has written 17 children’s books on sensitive topics that have been translated to several languages. https://e2epublishing.info/jay-more
Being the Best of Me Series & Learning to Get Along Series by Cheri J. Meiners www.freespirit.com Real-life situations, basic social and emotional skills, diversity, and Downloadable materials available. 28 different book series on website.
Best Behavior’s Series Award-winning Boardboooks for Ages 1-4 and expanded paperback for Ages 4-7. Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents. Real-life situations, basic social and emotional skills, diversity, and Downloadable materials available. 28 different book series on website. www.freespirit.com
Have You Filled A Bucket Today? & Growing Up With A Bucket Full of Happiness: Three Rules for a Happier Life by Carol McCloud www.bucketfillers101.com Discusses expressing kindness and love by “filling buckets.” Website includes book read-aloud, resources, downloadable materials, training for schools. Carol McCloud is a bestselling author of 10 children’s books, speaker, and early childhood specialist whose books have been translated into 9 different languages.
Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Bullies Series of 17 books by Howard Binkow, Age 4-8 www.wedolisten.org Award winning and Educator endorsed. Includes interactive games, books, songs, lessons and resources.
Kindness Boomerang: How to Save the World and Yourself Through 365 Daily Acts by Orly Wahba- All Ages. Contains 365 daily acts, one for each day of the year, accompanied by inspirational quotes, personal stories on the power of paying it forward, and tangible steps to change your outlook on life. This book empowers you to bring positivity into your everyday life and the lives of those around you.
Our Emotions and Behavior Series by Sue Graves. 8 books in this series and 21 Children’s books Series on topics covering behavior, feelings, bullies, mental health, teens, coping, and more. Website includes free resources, Blogs from experts and downloadable materials. www.freespirit.com
Raising Can-Do Kids: Giving Children the Tools to Thrive in a Fast-Changing World by Richard Rende, PhD and Jen Prosek. For Adults. This book encourages kids to think positive, be innovative, develop people skills, serve others become doers and seek out opportunities for success.
Raising Resilient Children: Fostering Strength, Hope, and Optimism in Your Child by Robert Brooks. For Adults, counselors, social workers, parenting program directors, and other mental health professionals. A nine-session curriculum and 70-minute companion video ideal for providing parents with strategies they can use to ensure that their children are emotionally prepared to cope with life's challenges. In-class and at-home activities are also included to help parents recognize the crucial role they play in their children's emotional health.
The Imagine Project: Empowering Kids to Rise Above Drama, Trauma and Stress-A How-to-Guide for Parents, Teachers and Counselors. Links for free downloadable journals for children, teens and adults. Teacher & staff training , resource materials and the children’s book Byron the Catepillar Who Loved to Imagine! By Dianne Maroney www.theimagineproject.org. I had the opportunity to attend an on-line workshop in March 2020. I have the books and journal downloads and I highly recommend.
The Emotionally Healthy Child: Helping Children Calm, Center and Make Smarter Choices & Growing Happy Kids by Maureen Healy. Includes mindfulness strategies & Emotional Health educator/speaker. Blog is www.growinghappykids.com
Think Positive for Kids: Chicken Soup for the Soul-Lessons for Kids of All Ages by Kevin Sorbo. Written for adults to share and use as discussion with their children about values, gratitude, making good decisions and the courage to do the right thing. You will find uplifting stores and lessons for parents and kids.
Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World by Michele Borba, Ed.D – For Adults A framework for parenting that yields the results we all want: successful, happy kids who also are kind, moral, courageous, and resilient. UnSelfie is a blueprint for parents and educators who want to kids shift their focus from I, me, and mine…to we, us, and ours.