Books in Me and My Friends series

Mole discovers that friendship is worth sharing in this fifth title in the best-selling "Mole" series. One hot summer's day, when Mole is out exploring, he discovers a newcomer to the forest - a newcomer called Mouse! The two quickly become friends, but Mole isn't keen to introduce Mouse to the other forest animals. In fact, he doesn't want to share her with anyone. Meanwhile, Rabbit, Squirrel and Hedgehog are wondering why they haven't seen Mole for so long. When they finally discover his secret, they're so pleased to meet Mouse that Mole realizes it's much nicer for everyone to be friends. With beautiful illustrations, this story is a celebration of friendship and why it's always good to share.

It only takes one…one person that is friendly to reach out and initiate a friendship. But watch the numbers grow as other friends join in the fun. These friends not only have fun but they bake up a batch of cookies, package them up, deliver them to next door neighbors, and then clean up! Friends have common values and support each other in reaching goals. While there is a “lesson” on friendship in this book, this book provides a math lesson as well. Can you have more than one friend? Friends come into the group in sets of 1, 2, and 3…and the numbers add up! Counting, adding, and connecting numbers to numerals are all part of this mathematical friendship book! “Literacy Links” and “Learning Extensions” across developmental domains support both the teacher and the child in enhancing learning! This book along with others in this unit of study, encourages children to learn about the many concepts of friendship and to practice the skills that lead to a successful life! 20 LITTLE FRIENDS is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 2, Unit 1, “Me and My Friends” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today

This book tells the story of a Misty, a young cat whose happy life is changed when a mean neighbor cat attacks one night. Misty becomes so afraid of the bully that she just wants to hide in the barn. She eventually finds the courage to venture back out into the world and, with help from a friend, makes a plan so she can enjoy her life without fear.This story was written to help and encourage children who have experienced bullying, trauma, or loss. However, the positive message, fun pictures, and entertaining story line should appeal to all kids. Photographs of cats Misty and Matrix, and Summer, the farm dog, appear on every page for illustrations.

To have friends requires learning how to "be friendly". Being friendly involves taking the perspective of another person, having empathy for others, controlling impulses, and learning how to solve problems peacefully. It requires adults in children's lives to be good role models and facilitators of objective and fair problem solving. This book situates children in vignettes that encourages them to discern friendly/unfriendly behaviors. It then takes it a step further by asking them "why" and "what needs to happen next". These questions lead children into building critical thining skills and there is no better subject than social skills! This book along with others in this unit of study, encourages children to learn about the many concepts of friendship and to practice the skills that lead to a successful life! BEING FRIENDLY is part of the Me Complete! Early Learning Program, Volume 2, Unit 1, “Me and My Friends” unit. It may also be used independently. The complete curricular set may be purchased at earlylearning.today