Books published by publisher ClassicPaperback Publications

What dog is curious like a cat, stubborn like a mule, fast like a cheetah, and cute like a fox? It's Bongo, a basenji! A very bad basenji! Bad Basenji! is a delightful children's picture book about a naughty, quirky, loveable dog named Bongo. Bongo is a basenji (pronounced buh-SEN-jee), and basenjis are full of surprises. Sometimes, a basenji behaves like a cat. Often, a basenji behaves like a wild animal. Occasionally, a basenji behaves like a dog. The entertainment is never-ending. Discover what wacky mischief this howling basenji creates. There is never a dull moment with Bongo around! Engaging text and vibrant illustrations skillfully capture the unique characteristics of this charming dog breed. This entertaining story will amuse young children as they learn there is a good side to most everybody and everything--even a bad basenji! This read-aloud favorite will have kids joining in the fun to shout Bad Basenji! whenever Bongo misbehaves.

WINNER of the 2007 IRWIN BOOK AWARD! This unique self-defense book saves children's lives and raises their self-confidence, giving them the necessary safety tools they need to be safe in any threatening situation, to recognize danger before something happens, and the ability to flee if attacked by surprise. It includes 32 step-by-step physical techniques of actual photos and captions that any child can master, and that parents can use as a guide to work more effectively with their child. Specifically written and designed for children to easily understand and for parents to teach their children how to be safe in our society using specific verbal and physical self-defense techniques. Children want to feel empowered. Learning simple yet effective ways to defend themselves in any threatening situation and practicing survival skills regularly will give them this confidence. This book gives them these specific survival tools so that they never enter that car, never grab that hand, and so they know how to get away before they are grabbed. Children need to be more aware and ready to take action! Children must fight back! This unique self-defense book will show them how NOT to be the next victim. For children ages 8 - 14 years old. Written for kids, endorsed by parents. Advanced techniques are also used for teens and women's self-defense. Also recommended for elementary, middle school, and high school teachers to use within their existing self-defense programs.