Norman David Edwards (Noodle) is having a series of rough days. And Noodle's attitude, or 'baditude' is alienating everyone around him. Luckily, Noodle's mom and teacher are there to help him understand how his bad attitude, or baditude is affecting his mood and those around him. Even his friends are starting to avoid him! If only he can stop looking at everything so negatively, maybe he …
Meet Brown, the least used pencil in the box. He's tall, geeky and lonely. In her trademark clever and humorous fashion, Julia Cook teaches kids (and adults!) how to practice the art of friendship and getting along with others.
RJ's having another bad day His teacher wants him to work with bossy Bernice, messy Frankie and Norma (who just sits and picks her nose) on a report about Egyptian mummies. After a frustrating school day with his team, RJ goes home to find only one biscuit left in the jar - and his mum makes him share it with his sister! With the help of his coach, RJ learns that working as a team and sharing a…
Ages 4 and up. Helps teach children health and hygiene. Boogie the booger teaches the healthy way to blow your nose using a Booger Ghost. Boogie knows that most people think he's gross, and some people even call him a snot. But he doesn't feel bad because he does great things! He keeps us from getting sick! He's a true defender and just asking for a little respect. Hardcover or softcover, 32 pa…
Bully B.E.A.N.S. is a fun story that teaches people of all ages to become proactive when it comes to bullying. This book can help children and adults understand why bullying happens and what they can do to stop it. Finally, a bullying book that speaks to the bystander!
In this fun story, author Julia Cook uses funny rhymes and colorful illustrations to help young readers learn that good table manners are important, and that before sitting down to a meal, they need to wash those gooey, sticky, germy hands, and not bring a cell phone or video game to the table. Written from the Table's point of view, this humorous tale shows kids what good table manners look…
When One of a Kind is laughed at by Purple One and called a name by Green One, is the Tease Monster to blame? This whimsical story teaches children the difference between mean teasing and friendly teasing.
Things just don't seem to be going Noodle's way. But it's not his fault that he didn't finish his homework or that her forgot to turn in his library book. Join Noodle on his journey as he learns not to blame others or try to find fault; but instead practices accepting responsibility.
This book is the first in a series to teach children social skills that can make home life happier and school more successful. The skills are part of the Boys Town Education Model that has improved student behavior and classroom climates in hundreds of schools across the country. The book includes tips for parents and educators on how to effectively teach listening and following instructions sk…
Without telling anyone, he and his best friend Sam decide to walk home from school instead of riding the bus. Later the two of them are caught trying to use Dad's computer to get on the Internet. After their piano lesson, RJ and his sister Blanche snack on Mom's triple-layer double-chocolate cake with whipped cream frosting and spoil Grandma's birthday party surprise. RJ's Dad helps him lear…