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Bike & Trike by Verdick, Elizabeth
Category: Picture Books
"An amusing friendship story that's just right for reading aloud." --Publishers Weekly "Everyone's indeed a winner here." --Kirkus Reviews "A sure bet for read-aloud fun." --Booklist Toy Story meets Cars in this sweet and relatable story that explores universal themes of friendship and growing up. Look ...Show more
Bye-bye Time by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Board Books | Series: Toddler Tools
Being dropped off at childcare or cared for by a baby-sitter means saying good-bye to Mom or Dad - and for many toddlers, bye-bye is a big deal. This gentle book helps ease the transition with simple rituals: hugs and kisses, a big wave, a deep breath, and the confidence to seek comfort with the new car ...Show more
Calm-Down Time by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Parenting | Series: Toddler Tools Ser.
Every parent, caregiver - and toddler - knows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their ...Show more
Diapers Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Feelings | Series: Best Behavior
Learning to use the potty takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why it's time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives. When little ones learn to "do ...Show more
Don't Behave Like You Live In A Cave by Verdick, Elizabeth
Category: Children's
Help kids make smarter choices at home and at school with this kid-friendly book that takes a positive approach to behaviour issues. Better behaviour isn't just about making adults happy. When children make better behaviour choices, they stay out of trouble, feel good about themselves, and get along bet ...Show more
Feet Are Not for Kicking (Board Book) by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Picture Books | Series: Best Behavior® Board Book Ser.
"Look at those feet! Aren't they sweet?" Yes--when they're walking, standing, leaping, and landing. And when they're kicking balls or leaves. But not when they're kicking people! In simple words and charming full-color illustrations, the <i>Feet Are Not For Kicking</i> board book helps littl ...Show more
Germs Are Not for Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick; Marieka Heinlen (Illustrator)
Category: Feelings | Series: Best Behavior Ser.
Sneezes, coughs, runny noses, spills, and messes are facts of everyday life with children. And that's why it's never too soon to teach little ones about germs and ways to stay clean and healthy. This book is a short course for kids on what germs are, what they do, and why it's so important to cover them ...Show more
Germs Are Not for Sharing Board Book by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Feelings
Achoo! Cough! F-L-U-S-H! What to do? In childcare, in preschool, at home, and everywhere, toddlers need to learn that germs are not for sharing. Rather than focus on what germs are, this book teaches the basics of not spreading them: Cover up a sneeze or cough. Hug or blow kisses when youÃÂâÃÂà...Show more
How to Take the GRRRR Out of Anger by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Feelings | Series: Laugh and Learn® Ser.
Anger is a part of life. We can't avoid it, we shouldn't stuff it, and we can't make it go away. Kids need help learning how to manage their anger.
How to Take the Grrrr Out of Anger by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Picture Books
Blending tips and ideas with jokes and cartoons, this book speaks directly to kids (ages 9-12). It shows kids that anger is normal and can be expressed in many ways - some healthy, some not. It teaches them how to recognise anger in themselves and others, how to deal with situations and emotions that le ...Show more
Pacifiers Are Not Forever by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Feelings | Series: Best Behavior
For many young children, giving up the pacifier is a major milestone. It doesn't have to be a major trauma. This book smoothes the way and makes it a positive experience for kids and grown-ups alike. Instead of saying that pacifiers are "bad," the focus is on minimizing stress and drama, dealing with fe ...Show more
Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders by Elizabeth Verdick
Category: Parenting
This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more ...Show more