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Get in line, please!

Armentrout, David, 1962-,


Sometimes friends forget to do the right thing. Read how Chester Fox reminds Olive Cat and Sara duck how they should take turns.
Date Published:2022

I help out at home

Culliford, Amy, 1992-


This book introduces early readers to helping at home.
Date Published:2025

I help out at school

Culliford, Amy, 1992-,


This book introduces early readers to helping out at school.
Date Published:2025

I help out my parents

Culliford, Amy, 1992-,


Includes index. This book introduces early readers to helping out their parents.
Date Published:2025

Bruce doesn't follow directions

Troupe, Thomas Kingsley,


It's time to make cookies and Bruce wants to help! The problem is, he wants to do it his way. Will the cookies be even better…or the worst ever? Bruce learns that following directions can be pretty sweet!
Date Published:2024

Bruce loses his temper

Troupe, Thomas Kingsley,


Downloadable teachers' notes available. Bruce wants to go outside and play with his friends. There's only one problem: his room is a mess. Until it's cleaned up, Bruce is not going anywhere, and he isn't happy about it!
Date Published:2024

Let's be honest

Armentrout, David, 1962-


"A Crabtree seedlings book". "Sometimes friends forget to do the right thing. Read how Simon Zebra wasn't being honest and how he put it right. A great low-level fiction story for building character."--
Date Published:2022

Earning money

Hubbard, Ben, 1973-


Includes index. "Maya wants some extra money but her parents tell her she has to earn it! So Maya helps tidy up her neighbor's garage. But it's harder work than she thought. Will Maya finish the job and earn the money?"--
Date Published:2020

Spending money

Hubbard, Ben, 1973-,


Includes index. Ava has inherited some money, and she can't wait to spend it! She wants a pair of cool new sneakers, but does she really need them? And where is the best place to buy them?
Date Published:2020

Saving money

Hubbard, Ben, 1973-


Includes index. Marek wants a new kick scooter, but he's got to save up for it! Will Marek manage it -- or will he be tempted by new clothes, toys, and treats?
Date Published:2020

Dynamic doctor

Moore, Stephanie Perry


Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be a pediatrician, a dentist, and a psychiatrist. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?
Date Published:2026

Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be a pediatrician, a dentist, and a psychiatrist. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?

Date Published:2026

Exceptional engineer

Moore, Stephanie Perry,


"A leaves chapter book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be an elementary teacher, a middle school teacher, and a high school teacher. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?
Date Published:2025

"A leaves chapter book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be an elementary teacher, a middle school teacher, and a high school teacher. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?

Date Published:2025

I could bee a teacher!

Culliford, Amy, 1992-


A Blossoms beginning readers book. I believe I can BEE anything when I grow up - like a helpful teacher!
Date Published:2022

Care and compassion : empathy for others

Morlock, Rachael


Includes glossary and index. What's empathy? -- Thinking and feeling -- How it works -- Stronger together -- Recognizing emotions -- Listen up! -- Showing compassion -- Seeds of change -- The power of imagination -- Empathy in action -- Glossary -- Index -- Primary source list -- Websites.
Date Published:2020

Talents and abilities : recognizing strengths

Machajewski, David,


Includes index. You've got talent! -- Many ways to be talented -- Your special talents -- Understanding your strengths -- Weaknesses: part of us all -- Where do talents come from? -- The art of practice -- Making mistakes -- Appreciating others -- Find your talent! -- Glossary -- Index -- Primary source list -- Websites. Everyone on the planet is unique. The visible parts of a person, such as eye color, hair style, and fingerprints can make them unique. However, things that aren't visible, such as individual strengths and talents also make people special. Through this book, readers will learn how to understand and appreciate their special talents, as well as those of their peers. By learning to harness their strengths, students have the opportunity to gain a richer understanding of themselves and the world they share with others.
Date Published:2019

Includes index. You've got talent! -- Many ways to be talented -- Your special talents -- Understanding your strengths -- Weaknesses: part of us all -- Where do talents come from? -- The art of practice -- Making mistakes -- Appreciating others -- Find your talent! -- Glossary -- Index -- Primary source list -- Websites. Everyone on the planet is unique. The visible parts of a person, such as eye color, hair style, and fingerprints can make them unique. However, things that aren't visible, such as individual strengths and talents also make people special. Through this book, readers will learn how to understand and appreciate their special talents, as well as those of their peers. By learning to harness their strengths, students have the opportunity to gain a richer understanding of themselves and the world they share with others.

Date Published:2019

An inner drive : self motivation

McAneney, Caitie


Self-motivation is an essential skill young people need to tackle tasks big and small and succeed at school and in life. Introduce your students to the social and emotional learning (SEL) core competency of self-management, which relates to the ability to set and work toward goals. Readers will learn how to set goals, work through setbacks, and harness their inner drive. Strategies for everyday use are paired with relatable scenarios to give students the tools they need to get motivated and succeed at any task.
Date Published:2020

Self-motivation is an essential skill young people need to tackle tasks big and small and succeed at school and in life. Introduce your students to the social and emotional learning (SEL) core competency of self-management, which relates to the ability to set and work toward goals. Readers will learn how to set goals, work through setbacks, and harness their inner drive. Strategies for everyday use are paired with relatable scenarios to give students the tools they need to get motivated and succeed at any task.

Date Published:2020

Working as a team

Bureau, Vicky,


Discover the tools you need to build your social skills and learn how and why it's beneficial to work with others.
Date Published:2023

Respecting diversity

Bureau, Vicky,


"A Crabtree branches book." Discover the tools you need to build your social skills and learn why it's important to be respectful and inclusive of others.
Date Published:2023

Outstanding Olympian

Moore, Stephanie Perry


"A Leaves Chapter Book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be an Olympic track star, swimmer, and gymnast. Will one of these sports be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?
Date Published:2026

"A Leaves Chapter Book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be an Olympic track star, swimmer, and gymnast. Will one of these sports be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?

Date Published:2026

Dazzling director

Moore, Stephanie Perry


"A Leaves Chapter Book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be a band director, an organizational director, and a film director. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?
Date Published:2026

"A Leaves Chapter Book." Story Jobs is trying to figure out who she wants to be. But when she gets in trouble at school, she and her frenemies Maury and Nelly must meet with their teacher Mr. Gray in the Refocus Room once a week. Mr. Gray inspires them by taking them through a magic portal, where they learn about what it takes to be a band director, an organizational director, and a film director. Will one of these careers be the right one for Story? Or will she let bad behavior get in her way?

Date Published:2026