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Self Help Skills - Kindergarten Countdown

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Help your child learn how to care for themselves and develop social and adaptive skills to make their transition to school as smooth as possible

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Breathe, Think, Do With Elmo

Breathe, Think, Do With Elmo

Problem Solving for Little Monsters

by Newman, Robin

Picture Book - 2021

Everyone gets shy, jealous, and nervous sometimes- even Grover, Zoe, and Elmo! Now you can help Elmo and his friends solve everyday problems with this fun, interactive book that helps you calm down, face your challenges, and feel better. Everyone gets shy, jealous, and nervous sometimes- even Grover, Zoe, and Elmo! Now you can help Elmo and his friends solve everyday problems with this fun, interactive book that helps you calm down, face your challenges, and feel better. Show less

Everyone gets shy, jealous, and nervous sometimes- even Grover, Zoe, and Elmo! Now you can help Elmo and his friends solve everyday problems with this fun, interactive book that helps you calm down, face your challenges, and feel better. Everyone gets shy, jealous, and nervous sometimes- even Grover, Zoe, and Elmo! Now you can help Elmo and his friends solve everyday problems with this fun, interactive book that helps you calm down, face your challenges, and feel better. Show less

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Ruby Finds A Worry

Ruby Finds A Worry

by Percival, Tom

Picture Book - 2019

A young adventurous girl is unexpectedly visited by a "worry" - a floating ball of yellow scribbles that grows and grows no matter how hard she ...Show more A young adventurous girl is unexpectedly visited by a "worry" - a floating ball of yellow scribbles that grows and grows no matter how hard she tries to ignore it, stopping her from doing the things she loves. Eventually, she realizes that other people have worries too, and that talking about them can make them go away with time. Show less

A young adventurous girl is unexpectedly visited by a "worry" - a floating ball of yellow scribbles that grows and grows no matter how hard she ...Show more A young adventurous girl is unexpectedly visited by a "worry" - a floating ball of yellow scribbles that grows and grows no matter how hard she tries to ignore it, stopping her from doing the things she loves. Eventually, she realizes that other people have worries too, and that talking about them can make them go away with time. Show less

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The Magical Yet

The Magical Yet

by DiTerlizzi, Angela

Picture Book - 2020

Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when h...Show more Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when helping children cope with the inevitable difficult learning moments we all face. This book takes its cue from the popular "growth mindset" educational movement, which encourages kids to see failure as a temporary setback instead of the final verdict. Show less

Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when h...Show more Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when helping children cope with the inevitable difficult learning moments we all face. This book takes its cue from the popular "growth mindset" educational movement, which encourages kids to see failure as a temporary setback instead of the final verdict. Show less

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Llama Llama Time to Share

Llama Llama Time to Share

by Dewdney, Anna

Picture Book - 2012

When a new neighbor stops by for a play date, Llama Llama has to learn how to share his toys with a new friend. This rhyming book is fun to read out loud, and shows children that sharing can make play time even more fun! When a new neighbor stops by for a play date, Llama Llama has to learn how to share his toys with a new friend. This rhyming book is fun to read out loud, and shows children that sharing can make play time even more fun! Show less

When a new neighbor stops by for a play date, Llama Llama has to learn how to share his toys with a new friend. This rhyming book is fun to read out loud, and shows children that sharing can make play time even more fun! When a new neighbor stops by for a play date, Llama Llama has to learn how to share his toys with a new friend. This rhyming book is fun to read out loud, and shows children that sharing can make play time even more fun! Show less

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When Sadness Is at your Door

When Sadness Is at your Door

by Eland, Eva

Picture Book - 2019

In this gentle and sensitive story, sadness shows up one day at the front door and doesn't seem to be leaving any time soon. The narrator tells the reader...Show more In this gentle and sensitive story, sadness shows up one day at the front door and doesn't seem to be leaving any time soon. The narrator tells the reader that they don't need to be afraid of sadness, or feel like they need to hide it. Rather, they are encouraged to listen to their feeling, figure out where it came from and what it needs. Then, in time, they can work together with their sadness to help it go away. Show less

In this gentle and sensitive story, sadness shows up one day at the front door and doesn't seem to be leaving any time soon. The narrator tells the reader...Show more In this gentle and sensitive story, sadness shows up one day at the front door and doesn't seem to be leaving any time soon. The narrator tells the reader that they don't need to be afraid of sadness, or feel like they need to hide it. Rather, they are encouraged to listen to their feeling, figure out where it came from and what it needs. Then, in time, they can work together with their sadness to help it go away. Show less

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Allie All Along

Allie All Along

by Reul, Sarah Lynne

Picture Book - 2018

When Allie's crayon breaks, she throws a monstrous tantrum. Her big brother wants to help her feel better, and teaches her different ways to work through ...Show more When Allie's crayon breaks, she throws a monstrous tantrum. Her big brother wants to help her feel better, and teaches her different ways to work through her angry feelings one layer at a time. This book is a great way to teach young children how to work through strong anger or frustration in a productive way. Show less

When Allie's crayon breaks, she throws a monstrous tantrum. Her big brother wants to help her feel better, and teaches her different ways to work through ...Show more When Allie's crayon breaks, she throws a monstrous tantrum. Her big brother wants to help her feel better, and teaches her different ways to work through her angry feelings one layer at a time. This book is a great way to teach young children how to work through strong anger or frustration in a productive way. Show less

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Hands Are Not for Hitting

Hands Are Not for Hitting

by Agassi, Martine

Book - 2000

In this colorful and simple book for very young readers, children learn positive alternatives to using their hands to hit others through examples of peace...Show more In this colorful and simple book for very young readers, children learn positive alternatives to using their hands to hit others through examples of peaceful, playful actions. Parents and caregivers might use this book as a conversation starter for why hitting is bad, and how a child might work through difficult emotions more constructively. Show less

In this colorful and simple book for very young readers, children learn positive alternatives to using their hands to hit others through examples of peace...Show more In this colorful and simple book for very young readers, children learn positive alternatives to using their hands to hit others through examples of peaceful, playful actions. Parents and caregivers might use this book as a conversation starter for why hitting is bad, and how a child might work through difficult emotions more constructively. Show less

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The Vegetables We Eat

The Vegetables We Eat

by Gibbons, Gail

Book - 2007

This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some produ...Show more This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some products we make with them. It's a great way for children to learn more about the food that fuels their bodies. Show less

This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some produ...Show more This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some products we make with them. It's a great way for children to learn more about the food that fuels their bodies. Show less

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Eating the Alphabet

Eating the Alphabet

by Ehlert, Lois

Board Book - 1996

This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some produ...Show more This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some products we make with them. It's a great way for children to learn more about the food that fuels their bodies. Show less

This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some produ...Show more This lovely non-fiction book teaches young readers all about vegetables: how they grow, where they come from, ways to cook or prepare them, and some products we make with them. It's a great way for children to learn more about the food that fuels their bodies. Show less

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My Mixed Emotions

My Mixed Emotions

Help your Kids Handle Their Feelings

by Greenwood, Elinor

Book - 2018

Feelings can be complicated, and learning to express them is a skill that must be developed. My Mixed Emotions is here to coach children through a variety...Show more Feelings can be complicated, and learning to express them is a skill that must be developed. My Mixed Emotions is here to coach children through a variety of emotions and situations including dealing with bullying, understanding grief, and coping with large family changes, such as divorce. Show less

Feelings can be complicated, and learning to express them is a skill that must be developed. My Mixed Emotions is here to coach children through a variety...Show more Feelings can be complicated, and learning to express them is a skill that must be developed. My Mixed Emotions is here to coach children through a variety of emotions and situations including dealing with bullying, understanding grief, and coping with large family changes, such as divorce. Show less

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Be Kind

Be Kind

by Miller, Pat Zietlow

Picture Book - 2018

When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate contemplates how to make her feel better and what it means to be kind. When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate contemplates how to make her feel better and what it means to be kind. Show less

When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate contemplates how to make her feel better and what it means to be kind. When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate contemplates how to make her feel better and what it means to be kind. Show less

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No More Tantrums

No More Tantrums

by Van Lieshout, Maria

Picture Book - 2017

Babies have tantrums, and do not like being told NO, but part of growing up is learning to ask nicely, and accept restrictions--that is what big kids do. Babies have tantrums, and do not like being told NO, but part of growing up is learning to ask nicely, and accept restrictions--that is what big kids do. Show less

Babies have tantrums, and do not like being told NO, but part of growing up is learning to ask nicely, and accept restrictions--that is what big kids do. Babies have tantrums, and do not like being told NO, but part of growing up is learning to ask nicely, and accept restrictions--that is what big kids do. Show less

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The Color Monster

The Color Monster

A Story About Emotions

by Llenas, Anna

Picture Book - 2018

One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To he...Show more One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color. As this adorable monster learns to sort and define his mixed up emotions, he gains self-awareness and peace as a result. Show less

One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To he...Show more One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through color. As this adorable monster learns to sort and define his mixed up emotions, he gains self-awareness and peace as a result. Show less

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I Like Myself!

I Like Myself!

by Beaumont, Karen

Picture Book - 2004

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What Shoes Would You Choose

What Shoes Would You Choose

Board Book - 2017

Simple text and colorful illustrations discusses which shoes to wear for each activity, including walking on the beach, taking ballet class, riding a horse, and swimming like a fish. Simple text and colorful illustrations discusses which shoes to wear for each activity, including walking on the beach, taking ballet class, riding a horse, and swimming like a fish. Show less

Simple text and colorful illustrations discusses which shoes to wear for each activity, including walking on the beach, taking ballet class, riding a horse, and swimming like a fish. Simple text and colorful illustrations discusses which shoes to wear for each activity, including walking on the beach, taking ballet class, riding a horse, and swimming like a fish. Show less

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Ella Sarah Gets Dressed

Ella Sarah Gets Dressed

by Chodos-Irvine, Margaret

Picture Book - 2003

Ella Sarah chooses which clothes she wants to wear, and puts them on all by herself! After reading this book, encourage your child to try dressing themsel...Show more Ella Sarah chooses which clothes she wants to wear, and puts them on all by herself! After reading this book, encourage your child to try dressing themselves: doing up their own buttons, and zipping their own zipper. These are great ways to practice self-help and fine motor skills! Show less

Ella Sarah chooses which clothes she wants to wear, and puts them on all by herself! After reading this book, encourage your child to try dressing themsel...Show more Ella Sarah chooses which clothes she wants to wear, and puts them on all by herself! After reading this book, encourage your child to try dressing themselves: doing up their own buttons, and zipping their own zipper. These are great ways to practice self-help and fine motor skills! Show less

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Daniel Gets Mad / Katerina Gets Mad

Daniel Gets Mad / Katerina Gets Mad

Streaming Video - 2012

In these two short episodes of the beloved children's show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood", Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat encounter situation...Show more In these two short episodes of the beloved children's show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood", Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat encounter situations that make them mad! With the help of some adults in their lives, they learn how to get a handle on their anger and work through their emotions in a healthy way Show less

In these two short episodes of the beloved children's show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood", Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat encounter situation...Show more In these two short episodes of the beloved children's show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood", Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat encounter situations that make them mad! With the help of some adults in their lives, they learn how to get a handle on their anger and work through their emotions in a healthy way Show less

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