Books in Best Behavior series

Doing things independently is fun, but doing them with a friend is an exhilarating opportunity to learn from someone else. Readers explore the act of making new friends and the benefits that friendship brings.

Admitting to feelings and actions that might make us look bad is difficult. We also avoid admitting things if it will cause conflict. Readers learn the value of being honest about everything and how it is essential to growth and maturity.

Stories teach children polite ways of letting others go first and why saying "after you" is important.

Two brief stories demonstrate the importance of avoiding mocking and careless speech when we speak to one another.

Readers are given healthy ways to deal with the frustration of uncooperative objects and situations.

Being helpful is one of the greatest skills a person can learn. Readers will see how everyday activities offer opportunities to be helpful. They also learn how to welcome help from others.

Two brief stories demonstrate the importance of showing kindness by including others in activities and making them feel welcome.

Stories teach children how to greet others and why saying "hello" is important.

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Help readers navigate the difficult challenge of asking for space and peace, without upsetting another peer.

Two brief stories demonstrate the importance of sharing, being careful with the property of others, and taking turns.

Two brief stories demonstrate the importance of avoiding mocking and careless speech when we speak to one another.