Books in Character Book series

When the situation gets tough on the trail for a cowboy's young daughter, she must use all of her skills and strength to overcome several obstacles. Will she earn the title of "cowgirl"? Written for ages 4-9. This is the third book in the Building Character series. These books are written for parents and teachers to explore concepts of character development with kids, generating opportunities for discussion and dialogue.

Good listening skills help make communicating with others a better experience. Being quiet when another person is talking allows them to pass on information more easily. It implies that the listener respects the speaker. Nodding and smiling when someone speaks can help them know they are being listened to, as well. Readers will learn about these skills and more while navigating relatable situations. Vivid photographs will enhance the different ways listening skills are important and how to use them. Through achievable content and everyday settings, readers will learn how to become better listeners.

Friends help solve problems. They can pass on cool skills and fun information. And most importantly, theyre fun! Being a good friend can be tough, but readers will learn all about it through relatable examples and vivid accompanying photographs. Including sharing and listening skills, the main content enhances character education while instructing readers on being a good friend in different kinds of situations. Having friends is important, but being a friend is even more so!

'Ruth the Sleuth and the Messy Room' was selected by Literary Classics to receive their 'Seal of Approval'.This is the story of Ruth, a little girl who is so accustomed to foraging through the clutter in her room that she has become quite adept at finding things in the midst of her messiness. When she loses her mother's oven mitt, she is given a deadline; By the time the chocolate chip cookies in the oven are done baking, the oven mitt must be returned. No problem for Ruth because, as she says, she is "Ruth the Sleuth" and can find anything.As Ruth searches for the oven mitt, she discovers other treasures that had been lost in the chaos of her room. As the minutes tick away, it becomes clear to Ruth that being organized might have its advantages. As her desire to play outside with her friend becomes more and more acute, she resolves to keep her room more tidy.Includes a parental guide with creative ideas for motivating and encouraging children to be neat and nice. Also included is a tasty recipe for chocolate chip cookies.This book has lots to offer for children, parents and educators.

Good neighbors are considerate and respectful. They offer help when its needed. Readers will find examples of these traits and more, written in a relatable style with achievable language. Whether its cleaning up trash in the street or offering to carry a heavy bag for an older person, the actions of a good neighbor are many. Readers will be inspired reading everyday situations in which they can exhibit neighborly behavior. Colorful photographs complement content that supports character education curriculums.