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Summary: When a classmate wins a contest, Brad brags about how he won an even bigger contest. When another student breaks his arm, Brad blabs about how he broke BOTH his arms AND his legs. Children and adults will get a real kick out of Brad's tall tales as he learns the difference between being a "pull-upper" and a "one-upper!"--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Paperback, Call number: JE FIC COOMcClannahan, Lynn E.
Summary: "A revolutionary teaching tool, an activity schedule is a set of pictures and/or words that cue children and adults to perform tasks, engage in activities, or enjoy rewards. For example, activity schedules can help a person do laundry, talk to a classmate, or play with toys. This new edition of the bestselling guide for families and professionals covers all the exciting successes and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Woodbine House 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 618.92 MCCCook, Julia
Summary: RJ is having another bad day--but with the help of his coach, RJ learns that working as a team and sharing are skills needed not just on the soccer field, but in school and at home too.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2012
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC COOReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how leadership skills can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of leadership skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Leadership invites readers to "investigate"...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Soft skills are in high-demand by employers everywhere. Not only are mastering these skills key to success in every career, they also pave the way for success at home, at school, and in life. This series encourages interactive exploration of eight critical soft skills in an imaginative and memorable way. Each chapter introduces a new attribute, provides mastery tips, and sets students off on a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesCook, Julia
Summary: RJ says what he thinks ... no matter how it sounds or makes others feel. It's time RJ starts using a social filter when he speaks. With help from his parents, he learns he doesn't have to verbalize every thought that pops into his head. In fact, sometimes the less said the better.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC COOReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how appropriate etiquette can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of etiquette illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Etiquette invites readers to "investigate" four...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesCook, Julia
Summary: Isabella enjoys shouting out her thoughts, ideas and feelings so much, it's earned her the nickname "Decibella!". Young readers will be entertained as she learns the "five volumes" of voice-- whisper, 6-inch, table-talk, strong speaker, and outside-- and that different situations require a different tone.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC COOReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how effective teamwork can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of related skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Teamwork invites readers to "investigate" four...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesCook, Julia
Summary: RJ's way of doing things isn't working out for him. His teacher is upset because so many of his assignments are missing or incomplete, but RJ blames other students for distracting him. He learns how to ask for help and stay on task, and discovers that by doing things the right way the first time, he no longer has to do them over and over again.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Paperback, Call number: JE FIC COOCook, Julia
Summary: Shows readers the steps to the fundamental social skills of accepting "no" and disagreeing appropriately. When RJ learns to use these skills the right way, he finds that rewards come his way, instead of arguments.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2011
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC COOReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how excellent critical thinking can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of critical thinking skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Critical Thinking invites...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how to conduct an effective job search. The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of communication skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable situation. Job Search invites readers to "investigate" four story-centered scenarios related to listening, talking, body...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesReeves, Diane Lindsey
Summary: Students learn more about how effective communication can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of communication skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Communication invites readers to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2021
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Life ReevesCook, Julia
Summary: When RJ learns to use such skills as listening and following instructions, he has the best day of his life.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2011
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE COOSummary: This guide shows children how to stay safe and sound.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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Summary: Shows readers how to do a better job of asking for permission, and making an apology. RJ learns that using these skills means a lot fewer trips to the "time-out" chair.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Paperback, Call number: J FIC COOLlewellyn, Claire.
Summary: This book teaches children the different ways to keep safe when they are in the park, in stores, or out in the street.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's 2006
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE Preschool Llewellyn 2006Jones, Christianne C.
Summary: Harrison is a boy who loves life and likes to share with others, but as he grows older the people around him are finding that he stands too close and maybe hugs a little too much--until his father teaches him the Space Saver rhyme, a method for determining just the right amount of space to leave between himself and others.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Picture Window Books 2018
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Summary: "Armond doesn't want to go to Felicia's birthday party. Parties are noisy, disorganized, and smelly--all things that are hard for a kid with Asperger's. Worst of all is socializing with other kids. But with the support of Felicia and her mom, good friends who know how to help him, he not only gets through the party, but also has fun. When his mom picks him up, Armond admits the party was not...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Free Spirit Publishing, Inc. 2014
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE CARCook, Julia
Summary: When "One of a Kind" is laughed at by Purple One and called a name by Green One, is the Tease Monster to blame? This tale teaches readers the difference between friendly teasing and mean teasing, and why some teasing can have a negative bite if it's meant to be hurtful and cause embarrassment.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC COODawson, Peg.
Summary: The latest research in child development shows that many kids who have the brain and heart to succeed lack or lag behind in crucial "executive skills" -- the fundamental habits of mind required for getting organized, staying focused, and controlling impulses and emotions. Learn easy-to-follow steps to identify your child's strengths and weaknesses, use activities and techniques proven to boost...
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Manufactured and distributed by] Findaway World, LLC 2012
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Summary: When a couple of friends give RJ a compliment, he just isn't sure how to respond. When his teacher and parents tell him there are some things he needs to work on, his first reaction is to argue and make excuses. RJ learns what it means to receive positive and negative feedback, and how to respond appropriately, learning to accept and grow from criticism and compliments at home, school and with...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Boys Town Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC COOBrown, Amy J.
Summary: "Join three mothers of special needs children as they share tools to help you move from isolation to connection-even while you continue navigating the hard, emotional reality of parenting a child with special needs"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2023