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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"Too fat, too thin. Muffin top, flat bum, thunder thighs, spaghetti arms. From an early age, kids learn they are judged for how they look. Both boys and girls are bombarded with messages of what they should look like and are shamed for not measuring up. When kids encounter conflict based on stereotypes of body image, they need the understanding and the tools to deal with the situation and not let it damage their self-esteem. This book provides information,...
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Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Description
"Today's kids have lived their whole lives in a world where the topic of religious belief has become a serious social issue. The media and social media are full of stereotypes and misinformation about Islam in particular, and this atmosphere of fear and distrust has entered the everyday life of kids. When kids encounter conflict based on intolerance, inequity, and ignorance, they need the understanding and the tools to deal with the situation. Whether...
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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"For some kids, ways they can help eliminate racial injustice might be hard to see. After all, they are taught that people in society are all equal under the law. So why then does racial conflict still exist? And what can they as individuals do about it right now? One way is for white children to understand the unearned advantages they were born with based solely on the color of their skin. This concept is called white privilege and this book will...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Death is difficult to deal with at any age, but for children who are handling it for the first time, it can be extra tough. This engaging book will help young readers learn to navigate this type of situation. Whether it is a friend, family member, or acquaintance who has passed away, readers will learn about the best ways to handle death through the help of relatable stories and colorful illustrations. Practical advice is presented in a way readers...
6) Divorce
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Divorce can pose many hardships for a child. At times, they may feel like they have to choose between their parents, or they may feel like they are to blame for some of the issues within their family. This invaluable book helps readers navigate this tough situation and understand that they are not at fault for the difficulties they, or their parents, are going through" -- www.rosenpublishing.com.
7) Bullying
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Teaches young readers how to effectively deal with bullies and avoid giving in to peer pressure to bully others.
8) A new baby
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ideally, a family should be a group of people that one is comfortable being around, but when families change, that can sometimes cause difficulty for children. A new baby in a family can be particularly tough for young people to deal with. This informative book guides readers through understanding that situation. Problems are presented in an accessible way and then resolved with helpful and realistic tips. Colorful illustrations and relatable stories...
9) Steroids
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the dangers of drug use, focusing on the performance-enhancing drugs steroids, with information on the physical problems they can cause, why they are so addictive, treatment options, and the dangers of addiction.
11) Bully busters
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
Want to do something about bullying or keep it from starting? Learn what everyone can do to shut down bullying by understanding the way bullies think and the role of bystanders. Includes activities, glossary, and text-dependent questions.
12) Marijuana
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the dangers of drug use, focusing on the drug marijuana, with information on the physical problems it can cause, why it is so addictive, treatment options, and the dangers of addiction.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
"Explores how to handle family changes such as divorce, illness, loss, new siblings, and more. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--
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Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
"Explores how to process and cope with the divorce of one's parents. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--
18) Bone Key
Author
Series
John Deal novels volume 7
Pub. Date
[2002]
Description
Deal's complicated family ties lure him from Miami to Key West to bid on a huge project being developed by entrepreneur Franklin Stone, an old friend of his father's. It's always a good idea to get a series hero away from his usual haunts, even if the Keys aren't that far from Florida's gold coast; the geography of the setting is key to this somewhat run-of-the-mill tale of buried treasure, vintage wine, and murder. What makes this mystery worthwhile...
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Billy is a typical boy who loves to ride his bike and play video games. But when Billy tells his family and friends he wants to be a cheerleader, everyone is surprised and starts taunting him. But Billy practices and practices and when he shows his skills at the big game, everyone is impressed and becomes proud of him. Includes glossary, as well as questions to self-check comprehension.
Author
Series
John Deal novels volume 1
Pub. Date
[1993]
Description
The single-minded quest by a building contractor for vengeance in Miami.