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61) I Am Respectful
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It's always important to be respectful. It instantly conveys concern for others, while also imparting our own desire to be, treated properly. A little respect goes a long way, and makes the difference in every interpersonal situation. With the help of colorful photographic support, this inspiring narrative explores different situations on how to be respectful toward friends, neighbors, and family.
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What does it mean to be a good citizen? It means being helpful and following the rules. Readers discover that they can do their part to make their communities better one small action at a time. Colorful photographs show kids being the best citizens they can be at school, at home, and with their friends.
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Telling the truth can be difficult and upsetting, especially if the outcome could cause trouble. A lie might seem the easier course when you've broken your brother's favorite toy or haven't yet cleaned your room, though you were asked to. Readers are, introduced to the definition of a lie through accessible language and real-life examples. Then, the benefits of truth telling are presented to readers in a way, that's easy to understand and apply, to...
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Do you know what it means to be mindful? Do you think about how others feel before you act? It's not always easy to be mindful, but it's always worth it! Venture to Serenity Cove as Thoughtful Octopus helps Loud Louise explore the importance of being present, learn what it means to appreciate your surroundings, and discover how you can gain serenity through mindfulness!
65) I Am Helpful
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What are some nice things to do for those in need? Readers will find many encouraging suggestions for helping others, from walking the dog to volunteering at a food bank. Relatable stories and photographs explore many ways for readers to lend a helping hand in their homes, schools, and communities.
66) Mitten Tree
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One snowy day an elderly woman, Sarah, watches children gathering at the bus stop. While they never seem to notice her, she notices them, especially one little boy who has no mittens. That night, Sarah knits the boy a pair of cozy mittens and places them on the blue spruce tree for him to discover. It soon becomes a game, with the children looking for new mittens on the mysterious tree every morning, and Sarah joyfully knitting new ones each night....
67) I Am Responsible
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Being responsible, means you can be trusted to do important things without being, told. Sometimes, it might seem hard to be responsible or to discern the right path independently. This motivating guidebook explains just how easy being responsible can be at home, school, and around the neighborhood.
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335 pages ; 21 cm
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"One of America's most respected and well-known political analysts weighs in on what is tearing us apart -- the ascendancy of individualism and the diminishment of community -- just in time for the election. Our Divided Political Heart will be the must-read book of the 2012 election campaign. Offering an incisive analysis of how hyper-individualism is poisoning the nation's political atmosphere, E.J. Dionne Jr. argues that Americans can't agree on...
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x, 230 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 24 cm
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From the host of television's comedy-punditry show The Colbert Report, comes the book to fill the other 23 hours of your day. This book contains all of the opinions that Stephen doesn't have time to shoehorn into his nightly broadcast, his most deeply held knee-jerk beliefs on The American Family, Race, Religion, Sex, Sports, and many more topics, conveniently arranged in chapter form. Stephen addresses why Hollywood is destroying America by inches,...
70) ¡Sé Justo!
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¡Presente a los estudiantes las fuentes primarias y la importancia de la justicia con este libro atractivo! Las imágenes de la fuente principal y las oraciones simples involucrarán a los estudiantes en la lectura y desarrollarán su conocimiento del contenido de estudios sociales. Para usar en el aula o en casa, este libro en español incluye un glosario e índice sencillos para presentar las características del texto informativo a los lectores...
71) Thank You, God
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A young girl is up before the sun in a picturesque mountain town. It is early spring and the trees are beginning to flower and set out their first leaves. Everywhere she turns, she finds reasons to be grateful. The day itself, her home, family, school, and best friend are reasons for appreciation. When it starts to rain, she looks sadly out her schoolroom window. Will she be able to go out for recess? Remembering to be grateful raises her spirits....
72) What unites us
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281 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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"Brought to life in stunning color by artist Tim Foley, What Unites Us: The Graphic Novel takes apart the building blocks of this country, from the freedoms that define us, to the values that have transformed us, to the institutions that sustain us. Rather's vast experience and his unique perspective as one of America's most renowned newscasters shed light on who we were and who we are today, allowing us to see a possible future, where we are one...
73) Sportsmanship
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Whether playing a board game with a friend or playing in a professional sporting event, being a good sport is an important part of competing. Readers will find out why sportsmanship is important and how they can display it in different situations. They are also encouraged to observe sportsmanship in others and reflect on how their actions will make others feel.
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It's never too soon to learn the difference between what's true and what isn't. Words and pictures help young children discover that being honest in words and actions builds trust and self-confidence. They also learn that telling the truth sometimes takes courage and tact. Includes discussion questions, skits, scenarios, and games that reinforce the ideas being taught.
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Stories of Friendship in the Social Emotional Library series presents real life, historical, and modern stories that celebrate friendship as displayed in everyday life. Through the collection of five separate stories, thought-provoking issues and questions, as well as hands-on activities, encourage the development of critical life skills, empathy, and social emotional growth.
77) Bruce, Be Nice!
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Bruce doesn't always say the right thing. When his friends and family share things with him, he isn't very nice. After seeing what his words do, Bruce learns that making people feel bad doesn't feel good...at all! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
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An age-appropriate look at the causes and consequences of choices children make every day with friends. Each title includes activities encouraging students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE. Colorful photos embrace diversity and backmatter encourages further learning on the topic. .Index. Sources for further research. Glossary of key words. Informative sidebars. Table of contents. An age-appropriate look at the causes and consequences...
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Stand Up to Bullying in the Growing Character series teaches young readers about the value of being a good friend and the hazards of bullying. This book is intended to help build a foundation for students to develop into morally responsible, compassionate citizens and, with examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow into people of character. All books in the 21st Century Skills Junior library encourage readers to think critically...
80) Helping Hands
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Ocho is the best at helping others. But who will help him when he needs it? Character concept: Caring: Be kind.
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