There are so many fun things to play with at Jamie’s new preschool— baby dolls to care for, toy cars to drive—and Jamie wants to play with them all! But the other children are
These twenty-five rhyming poems invite children to believe in themselves, learn from mistakes, cooperate, share, help others, solve problems, be kind, tell the truth, make positive choices, and more.
When it was first published in 2003, GLBTQ quickly became the indispensable resource for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning teens. This fully revised and updated edition retains all
Learn how to calm down and keep your cool in order to control your temper and express your feelings in positive ways. Ages 8–11, 101 cards, 3" recyclable plastic screwtop jar.
Help tweens and teens improve their leadership skills and attitudes with this field-tested inventory. By responding to statements in categories such as Self-Awareness, Working with Others, Communicat
What’s more fun for guys than reading comics? Making their own. Your Life in Comics lets boys ages 9–13 do just that. Inspired by the Free Spirit favorite 100 Things Guys Need to Know, th
Quick and easy writing prompts with strong kid appeal. 101 story starters encourage creative thinking and imaginative writing. Perfect for the classroom and a great way to encourage young writers at
Profoundly gifted kids often get the least help in school. It’s assumed they’re smart enough to succeed on their own, plus teachers (and parents) feel out of their depth with these unique
Created by teachers and classroom-tested, these fun and meaningful enrichment activities build children's skills in problem solving, decision making, cooperative learning, divergent thinking, and comm
The revised and updated edition of our popular guide reinforces and expands the messages of the Stick Up for Yourself! with a step-by-step curriculum in ten easy-to-use sessions. Includes reproducible
This fourth edition of the “orange bible” brings fresh updates to the definitive guide to meeting the learning needs of gifted students in the mixedabilities classroom—seamlessly and
“I have a place I always belong. People in my family listen and help me.” A sense of belonging is a basic human need. This friendly, reassuring board book shows toddlers what it means to b
Everyone gets angry, so it’s never too early for children to learn to recognize feelings of anger, express them, and build skills for coping with anger in helpful, appropriate ways. Children learn tha
Short, easy, fun classroom activities to get things going in the morning or after a break. For teachers of all grades, 101 cards, 3" recyclable plastic screwtop jar.
Ten years ago, Differentiating Instruction in the Regular Classroom became an overnight best seller. In this updated edition of the popular and trusted guide, Diane Heacox provides a practical introdu
Educators and parents need practical information they can use now to help them best understand and support the gifted learners in their lives. Because of the unique social and emotional needs faced b
Kids explore ways to improve the literacy of others, read what others in the world (including young people) have done and are doing to help, find out what their community needs, and develop a service
Bullying is a big problem in schools today—and you can do something about it. You can create a peaceful, caring classroom that promotes a sense of belonging in all students and stops bullyin
Fully refreshed to address modern issues, this popular essential guide helps kids build self-confidence and assert themselves. Using simple words and real-life examples, this book shows kids how to be
Emojis . . . avatars . . . icons . . . Our world is becoming increasingly reliant on visual communication. But even as we edge toward a virtual world, it’s still critical for students to compreh
La, la, la! Shake up your story time with these twelve sing-along songs based on classic tunes kids already know and love. This beautifully illustrated songbook teaches important social-emo
Help kids hone their decision-making skills and practice making good choices with 101 thought-provoking cards. Use this resource to spark conversation and reflection in classrooms, advisory groups, af
The 6Rs of Bullying Prevention utilizes the strongest pieces of best practices and current research for ways to stop bullying. Based on a practical, six-part framework for reducing peer cruelty and in
Part memoir, part self-help for teens, Being Me with OCD tells the story of howobsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) dragged the author to rock bottom—and howshe found hope, got help, and eventually cli
Now in paperback! In this colorful, inviting book, kids from preschool to lower elementary learn about diversity in terms they can understand: hair that’s straight or curly, families with many people
“It’s fun to find ways I’m like you and you’re like me. It’s fun to find ways we’re different.” In this colorful, inviting book, kids from preschool to lower elementary learn about diversity in terms
Ready for Bed! offers families emotionally healthy, lasting solutions to a common daily struggle: getting kids ready for bed. Children will love the full-color pictures and tender story, and parents
Kids learn more easily and willingly when learning is fun. Based on The Bully Free ClassroomR by Allan L. Beane, Ph.D., this hands-on, consumable workbook is full of engaging activities that help kids
What if every kid had a handy toolbox of ways to get along with others? That’s just what this book is: a collection of 21 concrete strategies kids can pull out and use to express themselves, build rel
Tessie is bright and eager to share all the stories about her life. She talks to her parents, her little brother, the bus driver, her teacher, and her classmates. But when she gets chatty, she’s loud
This practical guide helps principals, administrators, and all members of school leadership bring transformational change to struggling and underperforming schools. Based on the wisdom gained during t
Explaining etiquette from A (“Applause”) to Z (“Zits”), Alex J. Packer blends outrageous humor with sound advice as he guides readers and explains why manners and etiquette are important—because peopl
This guide encourages and enables teachers to identify gifted children as early as age four and create a learning environment that supports all students. Proven, practical strategies and techniques h
Because 15-year-old Gerry Gault fought for his rights, every teenager in the United States. has specific rights when arrested and charged with a crime. Because 14-year-old Deborah Weisman challenged
