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Dinofours: It's Apple-Picking Day!
() Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Dinofours are busy picking apples. Based on tv show the Dinofours.

Hot Wheels To The Extreme-Level 1
() Children's Story Books
Scholastic Reader

These cars are fast. These cars look cool. These Hot Wheels cars are all extreme!

I Spy A Pumpkin
() Children's Story Books
by Jean Marzollo

The perfect Halloween treat--easy words, rebus clues, and fun search-and-find photos!

Never Give A Fish An Umbrella
() Children's Story Books
by Mike Thaler

It's fine to give your pet a present, but there are certain gifts you should never give certain pets. For example, you should never give lipstick to a chicken...or a balloon to a porcupine...or an umbrella to a fish.

Child Care/Day Care Books

I Spy A Butterfly
(Book) Child Care/Day Care
by Jean Marzollo

All-new, easy-to-read riddles are paired with fun photographs. With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues, this book is written to support the newest reader.

Scooby-Doo In Jungle Jeopardy
(Book) Child Care/Day Care
by Jesse Leon McCann

Scooby and his friends are exploring the jungle! But soon the gang crosses paths with a crazed half-man, half-beast, who warns them to stay away. Now the whole gang is in jungle jeopardy...and there's only one way out. They've got to stop that monster or else!

Children's Story Books Books

A Color Of His Own
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Leo Lionni

Every animal has a color of its own. Parrots are green, elephants are gray, pigs are pink. But chameleons change color wherever they go. One chameleon is not please with his changeable appearance. He thinks, if he remains on a leaf he shall be green forever and so he too will have a color of his own. Of course, what he doesn't take into account is the changes wrought by autumn, and soon the green chameleon is yellow the red and then tumbled to the ground for the long black winter night. It isn't until he befriends another older, wiser chameleon that our hero begins to find inner peace, even as his outer surface is transformed again and again.

Amber Brown Wants Extra Credit
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Paula Danziger

Fourth grade is off to a shaky start for Amver Brown, so she asks her teacher for extra-credit work. The girl learns that since she has not handed in her original assignments, she doesn't qualify. She realizes she needs to work hard on her upcoming projects so her mother won t find out about her poor performance. Paralleling this school situation is the fact that Amber is coping with her parents' divorce. She engages in all sorts of antics to emphasize her displeasure with her mother's new companion, and learns that her father has also met someone. by the end of the story, Amber realizes that life holds change, as well as the potential for happiness.

Animal Babies A Counting Book
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Daniel Moreton

Invites the reader to count the different kinds of baby animals found on each page.

Arthur's Underwear
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Marc Brown

Arthur has recurring dreams about public humiliation about underwear that inevitably becomes reality the day his pants rip in the cafeteria. The cook helps him through the ordeal and his nightmares finally disappear. However, Buster, who revealed his best friend's secret fears to their classmates, succumbs to similar dreams at the end.

Birds
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Moonlight Publishing/First Discovery

Early childhood, the age of uncontainable questions, excitement and first discovery. Peel back the pages of this book and share the magic. Transparent sheets reveal the unexpected side of things. Al the marvels and miracles of the world of birds, their flight and their feathers, their nests and their eggs. Take off through the pages as clear as a summer sky and get closer to birdlife than you've ever been before!

By My Brother's Side
(Book) Children's Story Books

Tiki & Ronde Barber present sports fans with a sun-drenched childhood anecdote about perseverance. Although the twins were born smaller than most babies they grew up to be a rouwdy pair. The boys never left one another's side untilthe summer when Tiki took a spill from his bike and broke his leg, forcing him to miss the entire baseball season. The narrative follows the siblings' agony during their summer-long separation and their eventual joy at being teammates again.

Cam Jansen: The Myster of the Dinosaur Bones
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

Somethings is very wrong at the museum. When Cam and Eric go on a field trip with their class, Cam discovers that some bones are missing from the skeleton of the Coelophysis dinosaur. Will Cam be able to use her photographic memory to remember who sneaked the bones past the museum guards and then catch the thief?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Babe Ruth Baseball
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

When a baseball autographed by Babe Ruth disappears from the community hobby show, Cam and Eric are sure that it's been stolen. But the police aren't convinced, so it's up to Cam to find the valuable ball and catch the thief red-handed.

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Circus Clown
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

Cam's Aunt Molly is always losing things, but when she can't find her wallet at the circus, Cam's sure there is a thief under the big top. It looks like the clown is the culprit, but he seems to have disappeared without a trace. Or has he?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Gold Coins
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

When Cam's box camera disappears from the scienve fair, she and Eric decide to go after the thief themselves. Then they discover that valuable gold coins are missing from a coin shop. Cam is sure that the two crimes are related. Will Cam be able to use her amazing photographic memory to cath the thief red-handed?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Monster Movie
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

Cam and Eric go to the movies on a snowy winter day, only to find that the second reel of the film has been stolen. The theater manager thinks he's caught the thief, but Cam's photographic memory tells her that someone else is to blame. Can Cam catht he real thief?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

Cam and Eric are sitting i the mall when an alarm goes off. Cam jumps onto a bench to get a better view and sees a man race out of the jewelry store. CAm knows that she has to cat fast, especially after the police arrest the wrong person. It's up to Cam and Eric to catch the real thief.

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the Television Dog
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

Cam and Eric can't wait to meet Poochie, the famous TV dog, star of his own show. But while they are waiting in line for a "pawtograph", Poochie mysteriously disappears and is replaced with an imposter! Can Cam come up with a plan to track down the dognapper and rescue the famous Poochie?

Cam Jansen: The Mystery of the U.F.O.
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David A. Adler

When Cam and Eric see strange lights above the trees, they're sure that U.F.O.s have landed. When they investigate, they find that there's more to the alien invasion than meets the eye. Between Eric's camera and Cam's photographic memory, can they prove what they see?

Clifford The Big Red Dog: Picking Apples and Pumpkins
(Book) Children's Story Books

Emily Elizabeth's class goes on a field trip to a farm at harvesttime. Clifford comes along. Find out how helpful a Big Red Dog can be!

Clifford The Big Red Dog: The Snow Champion
(Book) Children's Story Books

After the first snowstorm, it's time for a big snowball fight! But T-Bone is not as excited as his friends.

Clifford's First Snow Day
(Book) Children's Story Books

Join Clifford as he esperiences the joys of seeing, and playing in, snow for the first time.

Clifford's Puppy Days: The Smallest Snowman
(Book) Children's Story Books

Who will win the biggest snowman contest? Could it be Clifford the tine red puppy?

Colors In The Desert
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Susan Canizares & Betsey Chessen

See the desert come alive with a rainbow of color! Photographs and simple text explore colords in the desert.

Dinofours: I'm Having A Bad Day!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Tracy's day gets off to a bad start and keeps getting worse until her preschool friends are able to show her how much they care about her.

Dinofours: I'm Not Your Friend!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Dinosaur companions Tracy and Danielle learn an important lesson about friendship when they experience their first disagreement, in a story specially designed for 4 year old youngsters.

Dinofours: I'm Super Dino!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Longing to be a superhero and declaring himself Super Dino, young Brendan the dinosaur begins to fear that his new status is getting in the way of his friendships, in a story that captures the foibles of 4 year olds.

Dinofours: I'm The Boss!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Tara learns a lesson about being too bossy when everyone leaves the game after she wants everything her own way.

Dinofours: It's Apple-Picking Day!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Dinofours are busy picking apples. Based on tv show the Dinofours.

Dinofours: It's Beach Day!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Although at first Tara's fear of the water keeps her on the beach, she thinks of all the brave things she has done and decides to join the other Dinofours in the water.

Dinofours: It's Class Trip Day!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Visiting Dino Pond during a class trip, dinosaur youngster Tara rescues three baby birds and is rewarded by a special thank-you from the mother bird.

Dinofours: It's Fire Drill Day!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Albert is afraid of the loud noises on fire drill day. With Mrs. Dee's conforting words and an important message about fire safety, Albert discovers the drill isn't so bad after all.

Dinofours: It's Snowing!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Meet the Dinofours! They're Dinosaurs. They're four years old. They want to have fun in the snow...but Brendan upsets Albert by bossing him around. Join the Dinofours as Albert learns to stand up for himself.

Dinofours: It's Time For School!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Dinosaur toddlers Albert and Brendan are disappointed when the first day of school proves more difficult than they anticipated, and both of them begin to miss their mommies very much.

Dinofours: It's Time-Out Time!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

Brendan treats others impolitely in class and ends up in a chair by himself. When his time-out is over, the young dinofour proves to his class that he understands the importance of self-control. Delightful illustrations perfectly capture 4 year old behavior in this series about dinosaur preschoolers.

Dinofours: Where's Mommy?
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Steve Metzger

When Danielle's mother is late picking her up at the end of school, her teacher takes her mind off the problem by making her part of the Super Duper After School Clean Up Crew.

Dogs Don't Wear Sneakers
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Laura Numeroff

A jaunty, rhymed text provides a litany of unlikely scenarios - sheep in the shower, hens in the swimming pool-some of which work better than others. It's wacky and inventive illustrations that really carr they show. Animals life weights, dangle off diving boards, and cavort in a variety of crazy outfits. Kids will enjoy the silliness. Teachers will appreciate the final page, which invites readers to "tell me what you see" making the title a spirited springboard for creative activities.

Don't Cut My Hair!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Hans Wilhelm

A charming story about a tiny terrier who doesn't want to get a haircut and feels that he looks silly once he is shorn. At first, he hides when his friends come to play, then he dons sunglasses and a hat and boldlly trots out his "cool new look." The other pups ar envious and wish they had short hair, too.

Earthquake In The Early Morning
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Mary Pope Osborne

An adventure that will shake you up! That's what Jack and Annie get when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to California in 1906. As soon as they arrive, the famous San Francisco earthquake hits the city. Can Jack and Annie find the final writing that they need to help Morgan save Camelot? Or will San Francisco be destroyed first?

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of Pablo's Nose
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Donald J. Sobol

A kidnapped professor...Missing monkey money...A flash-in-the-pan flashlight...A thief in a thunderstorm...And racing reptiles that become snacks for sneaky snakes! These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain.

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Slippery Salamander
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Donald J. Sobol

Encyclopedia Brown must solve ten brain-twisting mysteries using his famous computerlike brain.

Good Morning, Gorillas
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Mary Pope Osborne

Gentle giants or giant monsters? That's the question Jack and Annie have about gorillas when the Magic Tree House sweeps them to the mountains of Afria. There they meet a group of amazing and sometimes frightening mountain gorillas.

Hot Wheels Street Heat-Level 1
(Book) Children's Story Books
Scholastic Reader

Simple words and short sentences for the newest readers. Hot Wheels - these cares are taking to the city streets! They will drive over bridges and through tunnels. Check it out!

Hot Wheels To The Extreme-Level 1
(Book) Children's Story Books
Scholastic Reader

These cars are fast. These cars look cool. These Hot Wheels cars are all extreme!

How Do Dinosaurs Learn To Read?
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Jane Yolen & Mark Teague

This book was created as a promotional item to teach kids to have good reading habits and to respect books. The illustrations are lively and the rhyming text delivers the message well.

I Hate Bedtime!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Hans Wilhelm

This little book is all abouta small dog that does not want to go to bed. He would rather stay up and play all night.

I Love Colors!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Hans Wilhelm

A playful dog makes a colorful mess when he mixes different colors of paint.

I Spy A Pumpkin
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Jean Marzollo

The perfect Halloween treat--easy words, rebus clues, and fun search-and-find photos!

I Spy Lightning In The Sky
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Jean Marzollo

Short, rhyming directions invite children to search for objects in the crowded, often grainy color photographs, and small, inset pictures show what to look for.

If You Give A Moose A Muffin
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Laura Joffe Numeroff

If you give a moose a muffin, he'll want some jam to go with it. So begins the most logical silliness to be found anywhere. Readers will follow a yoiung boy and his voracious bisitor through a series of antlered antics.

If You Give A Mouse A Cookie
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Laura Joffe Numeroff

Who would ever suspect that a tiny little mouse could wear out an energetic young boy? Well, if you're going to go around giving an exuberantly bossy rodent a cookie, you'd best be prepared to do one or two more favors for it before your day is through.

If You Give A Pig A Pancake
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Laura Numeroff

If you give a pig a pancake, she'll want some syrup to to with it. You'll give her some of your favorite maple syrup. Shell probably get all sticky, so she'll want a bth. You get the idea.

If You Take A Mouse To School
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Laura Numeroff

As you might imagine, there are great risks in bringing your mouse to school. For starters, he'll ask you for your lunchbox. And then a sandwich. An a snack for later. Still not satisfied, he'll want to participate in everything from math to soccer.

Junie B., First Grader: Cheater Pants
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Denise Brunkus

Junie B. grapples with the ethical issue of cheating and learns how to work collaboratively. She gets caught after she copies a homework assignment. Later, she and another student confess to cheating on a spelling test. Between these two episodes, Junie B. and three classmates have a great experience wirting a poem on friendship.

Just Me And My Dad
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Mercer Mayer

This well-loved Little Critter picture book is the tale of a father and son camping trip filled with Little Critter's mistakes and good intentions. In spite of difficulties, however, the happy father and son manage to put up their tent, catch fish for dinner, and sleep beneath the stars.

King Max
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Dick King-Smith

A nighttime walk in the park turns into an adventure when Max the hedgehog is caught by two scientists. The men put an electronic transmitter on Max's head and set him free. When Max gets home, his hedgehog friends think the transmitter is a crown--and that Max is a long-lost hedgehog king! Will Max be a good king or will he let all the attention go to his head?

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Kevin Henkes

Lilly loves everything about school, especially her teacher, Mr. Slinger--until he takes away her musical purse because she can't stop playing with it in class. Lilly decides to get revenge with a nasty drawing of "Big Fat Mean Mr. Stealing Teacher" but when she finds the kind nots he put in her purse, she's filled with remorse and has to find a way to make things right again.

Madeline
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Ludwig Bemelmans

This is a story about the antics of Madeline-a Parisian schoolgirl.

Never Give A Fish An Umbrella
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Mike Thaler

No, David!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by David Shannon

Parents will be quick to jump to the conclusion that there can be nothing appealing in a tale of a naughty kid who breaks things. David has a potato head, feral eyes and a manaiacal grin that exposes ferociously pointed teeth. But 3-4 year olds see things differently and will find his relentless badness both funny and liberating.

Phonics Tales: At Home With Mole and Toad
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Maria Fleming

Unlock the door to reading success with this read-along storybook that teaches key phonics skills including short and long vowels, vowel pairs, belnds, diagraphs, and more. Each engaging story features a phonics riddle and a motivating phonics cheer to reinforce learning.

Phonics Tales: Bert's Super Circus
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Liza Charlesworth

Step right up, gather round! Bert's Super Circus is in town! Inside there are words like bird, fern, and car to teach kids about the bold bossy r.

Phonics Tales: Goo, Goo!
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Teddy Slater

"Ooh, Your baby brother is too cute" everyone croons. I don't know why. All he does is drool, smile and goofty grin, and say "Goo! Goo!"

Phonics Tales: Ike and Mike
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Maria Fleming

Ike and Mike don't like to share their bats, bikes, or kites! That is, until a nice fly gives them some wise advice.

Phonics Tales: Mouse In My House
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Violet Findley

A mouse is in the house! He bounds off the counter, the devours a thousand Sour Gummy Worms. And that's just for starters.

Pipsqueaks: Maze Day
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Patrick Merrell

This book is ideal for 4 or 5 year olds who need practice in spatial understanding and visual processing. The thirteenmazes are all at a level of difficulty suitable for a child (4-5 years of age), easy enough for them to do, yet complex enough to be challenging.

Pipsqueaks: Maze School
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Patrick Merrell

The Pipsqueaks are going to school. In this engaging book of beginning mazes, help the Pipsqueaks: find their classroom; travel through a city of blocks and see which class pet wins the big race! All this and more is in store for you as you join the Pipsqueaks for a maze-filled fay of funat Maze School.

Polar Bears
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Susan Canizares & Daniel Moreton

What's it like to be a polar bear? Learn about all the different things polar bears can do!

Scooby-Do: The Abominable Snowman
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Shannon Penney

The Mystery, Inc. gang's skis are missing! Scooby and Shaggy think an abominable snowman stole them!

Scooby-Doo and the Opera Ogre
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Jesse Leon McCann

When Scooby and the gang visit an opera house, they're afraid they will be bred to tears. But an ogre starts making trouble, and soon Scooby and Shaggy are scared to tears. Can Fred, Velma and Daphne unmask the opera house ogre before it ropes their friends into the act?

Scooby-Doo: Sled Race Mystery
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Maria S. Barbo

Can Scooby find a missing dog? Will he have to face a wolfman? Time to look for clues because there's a mystery to solve!

Scooby-Doo: The Camping Caper
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Gail Herman

Jinkies! Spooky shadows and creepy noises! Are the woods really haunted? Scooby and Shaggy are about to find out when Mystery, Inc. goes camping!

Scooby-Doo: The Christmas Cookie CAse
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Maria S. Barbo

Did a monster take all the Christmas cookies? Scooby and Shaggy are looking for clues -- and cookies-- to help them solve the case.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Judy Blume

Living with his little brother, Fudge, makes Peter Hatcher feel like a fourth grade nothing. Whether Fudge is throwing a temper tantrum in a shoe store, smearing mashed potatoes on the walls at Hamburger Heaven, or scribbling all over Peter's homework, he's never far from trouble. He's 2 year old terror who gets away with everyting--and Peter's had enough.

The Bear Came Over To My House
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Rick Walton

This amusing story has playful language, cute pictures, and a try-to-guess-the-rhyming-word-before-I-turn-the-page format that makes it a popular interactive story-time session.

The Foot Book
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Dr. Seuss

Left feet, right feet, slow feet, quick feet, even fuzzy fur feet make their way into this wacky book of opposities.

The Great Escape (SpongeBob Square Pants)
(Book) Children's Story Books

The Krusty Krab is celebrating its eleventy-seventh anniversary and Mr. Krabs is looking forward to selling lots of Krabby Patties. But just before the celebration is about to begin, Mr. Krabs, Squidward, Patrick and SpongeBob accidentally lock themselves in the freezer.

The License Plat Game Book
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Michael Teitelbaum & James Buckley, Jr.

Hitting the road this year? Don't forget to take along this book. It's packet with ideas for all kinds of game syou can play in the car.

The Magic School Bus Goes Upstream
(Book) Children's Story Books

Fishing for food to share at the school's annual fish fry picnic, Ms. Frizzle's class is astonshed when the Magic School Bus turns into a giant salmon and takes them all on an incredible journey upstream.

The Mitten
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Jan Brett

In this book, a Ukrainian folktale, a boy named Nicki loses his snow-white mitten. He can't find it in the snow...but the woodland animals do!

The Runaway Bunny
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Margaret Wise Brown

This book begins with a young bunny who decides to run away. And so begins a delightful, imaginary game of chase.

The Snowman Mystery
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Kathryn Cristaldi

Besides having an interesting plot for youngsters to hold their attention. A young boy that everyone thinks is bad because of the bad things he does, learns his lesson and decides not to do bad things anymore and becomes friends with the other two boys.

The Three Billy-Goats Gruff
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Ellen Appleby

A charming illustrated folktale about three billy goats, who outwit a menacing troll.

The Ultimate Paper Plane Book
(Book) Children's Story Books

25 amazing easy-to-make paper planes. Easy ste-by-step diagrams to follow. Helpful throwing tips. All you need is ordinary paper - no clips or tape.

Tikki Tikki Tembo
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Arlene Mosel

Tikki tikki tembo-no sa rembo-chari bari ruchi-pip peri pembo is the full name of the first born son in the Chinese family of this story. As the firborn's, his name must be spoken completely and reverently. This old folktale of what happens when the boy falls into a well and younger brother attempts to get help is nicely retold and shold make excellent read-aloud materal.

When I Get bigger
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Mercer Mayer

In this funny, all too human picture book, famous Little Critter dreams of the day when he will be big enough to go to first grade, dial phone numbers by himself, camp out in the backyard, or walk to the corner store. By the end of his energetic daydreaming, Little Critter is so tired he has to go to bed. As he himself admits, "I'm not bigger yet."

When The Fly Flew In
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Lisa Westberg Peters

A daring tale about a dog chasing a fly and the mayhem that it caused.

Where Did They Hide My Presents?
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Allan Kate & David Catrow

Where did they hide my presents? That is what I'd like to know. Searching all night's not pleasant. I looked high and low and low. I even checked the freezer. No toys, just some pumpkin pie. My dad is such a teaser. Someone call teh FBI!

Where Is The Apple Pie?
(Book) Children's Story Books
by Valeri Gorbachev

The simple title question by a friendly pig to his neighbor the goat, sets off a tale of absurb events. Goat has bought an apple pie at the bakery. As the probing continues into the missing pie. Kids will have fun looking closely at the adventures and noting how one blends into another.

Discipline Books

Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline
(Book) Discipline
by Becky A. Bailey, Ph.D.

You love your children, but if you're like most parents, you don't always love their behavior. But how can you guide them without resorting to less-than-optimal behavior yourself? Dr. Becky Bailey's unusual and powerful approach to parenting has made thousands of families happier and healthier. Focusing on self-control and confidence-building for both parent and child. This is a must-read book for every parent, teacher, and child-care provider.

Education Books

An Introductory Guide for Reading First Coaches
(Book) Education
Natl Center for Reading First

This guide is designed to provide processional development for Reading First coaches and other instructional leaders who work directly with Reading First schools and teachers.

Dandelion Seed, The
(Book) Education
by Joseph Anthony

The Humble Dandelion. By roadside or mountainside, it flowers every month of the year throughout the world, a fitting symbol of life. Its journey is our journey, filled with challenge, wonder and beauty. Its story is a mystery too great to fathom, told so even a child can understand.

The Essential �55�
(Book) Education
by Ron Clark

The Essential �55� is a collection of the amazingly effective rules that Ron Clark used to become an extraordinary teacher. Through trial and error, this teacher has distilled fifty-five ideas that have helped him take apathetic students in some of the country�s most challenging areas and transform them into award-winning scholars.

The Excellent �11�
(Book) Education
by Ron Clark

The author, Ron Clark, pinpoints what it takes to make a great student and shows that the qualities apply to both educating children and becoming a great teacher or parent. You�ll find out what the characteristics are, why they work, and how you can incorporate them into your classroom, home, and life.

We Both Read About Space
(Book) Education
by Jana Carson

This revised editio provides exciting new information and spectacular photographs of planets, moons, stars and galaxies. The International Space Station, the new category of dwarf planets, and how astronauts live in space are just some of the topics covered in this book that is sure to be popular with adults and children alike!

We Both Read Animals Under Our Feet
(Book) Education
by Sindy McKay

This book takes a close look at many animals that live or spend much of their life underground and how they live there. Animals covered in the book include the desert tortoise, moles, ants, meerkats, armadillos, burrowing owls, and many more.

We Both Read The Boy Who Carried the Flag
(Book) Education
by Jana Carson

During the Revolutionary War, a young boy volunteers for a dangerous mission. Betsy Ross has finished a new flag for General Washington. The flag might help to rally the freezing soldiers camped with Washington in Valley Forge. But British troops are everywhere and anyone trying to deliver the flag may be captured and shot as a spy. Could a boy make the journey without getting caught? Ben sets out in a blinding snow storm in an effort to bring the flag - and new hope - to Valley Forge.

Emotional Issues Books

Kiss! Kiss! Yuck! Yuck!
(Book) Emotional Issues
by Kyle Mewburn

Auntie Elsie is always happy to see Andy. Andy is not always so happy to see her. No matter where he hides, Auntie Elsie always manages to find him. One day, Andy hides under the house. He waits all afternoon, but Auntie Elsie doesn't arrive. Could it be that Andy actually misses her sloppy kisses?

Friendships/Relationships Books

Return Of The Indian, The
(Book) Friendships/Relationships
by Lynne Reid Banks

A year ago, Omri and his best friend, Patrick, discovered the magical ability of an old skeleton key to bring plastic figures to life. After sharing many exciting adventures with their new friends, Little Beas the Indian brave and Boone the crying cowboy, Omri and Patrick finally had to say goodbye. Now, after a year of living apart, Little Bear and Boone have returned. When the boys discover a new way of using the magical key, they open the door to a fresh set of glorious and terrifying adventures.

Parenting Books

From Parents to Partners: Building a Family-Centered Early Childhood Program
(Book) Parenting
by Janis Keyser

Parent partnerships are an essential factor in every successful early childhood program. Effective communication is key to developing and sustaining a family-centered model that fosters thriving relationships with the most significant people in the lives of children in a child care setting. In this practical guide book, the author shows teachers and providers how to use proven communication strategies to connect to and encourage the involvement of parents and other family members.

Education CDs

The Excellent �11�
(CD) Education
by Ron Clark

Parent Involvement CDs

Connecting Parents To Schools: Parental Involvement Curriculum
(CD) Parent Involvement
by Educational Activities, Inc.

This program clearly shows parents how activities at home can support academic goals at school. The importance of giving children a home environment that supports learning, daily structure, responsibilities, physical and mental activities are demonstrated. Important tips on communicating with teachers and preparing for parent-teacher meetings help parents become advocates for their children�s education.

Bullying/Teasing/Harassment DVDs

Bullied
(DVD) Bullying/Teasing/Harassment
Teaching Tolerance

This is the story of Jamie Nabozny. His ordeal began in 6th grade and only got worse in high school. Years of unrelenting bullying took its toll. but Jamie decided to take a stand -- against the bullying he endured and the bullying that he knew other students endured. He went to court and founght for the right to be safe at school, even if you are gay. His inspiring story offers hope for the millions of gan and lesbian students who still don't feel safe at school.

The Bully Proof Kit
(DVD) Bullying/Teasing/Harassment
Human Relations Media

The Bully Proof Kit was carefully designed to give instructors all the tools they need for easy, flexible implementation. The format of this multi-part kit will save valuable preparation time, allowing teachers to get straight to the point: to show young people how to deal with bullies in a healthy, assertive manner.

Discipline DVDs

Conscious Discipline (4 DVD set)
(DVD) Discipline
by Dr. Becky Bailey

Nine life-changing workshops teach you an understanding of the brain and the seven basic skills of discipline that develop character, cooperation, respect and responsibility. Filled with energetic songs and meaningful activities, it's like attending an official Loving Guidance workshop with Dr. Becky Bailey! This multi-disk set is useful for both parents and educators. Includes a CD-Rom with quality self-study handouts and bonus materials. Learn how to turn conflict into cooperation with this amazing DVD set!

Drugs and Alcohol DVDs

The Wumblers: #4 Being and Having Friends
(DVD) Drugs and Alcohol

The Wumblers are sweet-natured, multi-colored characters who live in an exciting world where food falls from the sky and babies come from watermelon. Each story blends an important lesson with inspiration, imagination, and fun. Culturally and globally conscious. This is an 8 DVD series:

Education DVDs

Caution: Teenager Under Construction
(DVD) Education
Human Relations Media

Using a light-hearted style, Caution: Teenager Under Construction traces the complex changes faced by middle school students. Young people who are prepared for the transitions that await�and who understand that these changes are perfectly normal�will be better able to handle middle school�s challenges with maturity and humor.

The Wumblers: #1 Fear/Worry
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #2 Self-Acceptance
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #3 Bullies/Anger
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #5 Understanding/Respecting Differences
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #6 Family/Community Involvement
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #7 Good Sportsmanship/Finishing What You Start
(DVD) Education

The Wumblers: #8 Being Responsible
(DVD) Education

Parenting Videos

Parenting: An Attitude of the Heart: How to Love Your Child
(Video) Parenting
Tape 2: 21 minutes

Our children are growing up in a world that is very demanding...and not very forgiving. Even at a young age, children feel pressured to excel at school, compete in sports, and to be accepted by friends. What can you give your children to help them cope with life. Within the security and protection of your home, you can give your child unconditional love.

Parenting: An Attitude of the Heart: Improving Your Attitude
(Video) Parenting
Tape 1: 22 minutes

Do you ever become overwhelmed with parenting? Or unable to handle stressful situations in front of your children? While you may be mad at the world...your child may feel you are angry at them. Try to look at your actions through the eyes of your children. Is your behavior causing your children to get the wrong impression? This video will focus on changing our behavior by improving our attitude.

Parenting: An Attitude of the Heart: The Secret To Discipline
(Video) Parenting
Tape 3: 23 minutes

What do you do when your child breaks a window...forgets to do her homework...sneaks a cookie before dinner...or calls his friend a dirty name? What should you do when he stands up to you stubbornly...defiantly? Nearly every parent has encountered situations when they didn't know what to do. This video will help erase your doubts and eliminate the confusion about discipline and punishment.

Parenting: An Attitude of the Heart: Why Values Are Important
(Video) Parenting
Tape 4: 21 minutes

Our children are being bombarded everyday with lying, cheating, stealing, alcohol, drugs, and sex. As parents, we all wonder how our children will respond to those pressures. We question the values that our children are exposed to on television, in movies, in their music, and from their friends. The fact is, our children are looking to us for answers and meaning in life. If we aren't teaching them...then who is?