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  • Suzy Swoof: A Book About Kindness

    Michael Waite, Barbara W. Derosa

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, Oct. 1, 1987)
    Suzy is ridiculed by the other Swoof kids because of her fear of flying, until an act of kindness on her part changes their attitude. Includes a related Bible verse.

  • Showing Perseverance

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2018)
    In Showing Perseverance, beginning readers will learn about all the ways they can be strong in spite of difficulty. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how they can build character by showing perseverance.
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  • Casey the Greedy Young Cowboy: A Book About Being Thankful

    Michael P. Waite, Anthony Derosa

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, Oct. 1, 1988)
    A young boy, who wants his parents to buy him more cowboy equipment, learns a lesson about thankfulness when he meets a rodeo star who has no family. Includes a related Bible verse.

  • Sylvester the Jester: A Book About Accepting Others

    Michael P. Waite, Anthony Derosa

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, Aug. 1, 1992)
    Sylvester the Jester bars the Orange-Spotted Bingles from the Royal Feast because they look different. Includes a related Bible verse.

  • The Raindrop Who Couldn't Fall

    Kirsti Call, Lisa M. Griffin

    Paperback (Mazo Publishers, Feb. 14, 2018)
    'The Raindrop Who Couldn't Fall' received the 'Seal of Approval' from Literary Classics. This book is a story for young readers, based on the idea that changing your thought patterns can change the outcome of events in your life. The main character, Plink, who is a raindrop, is unable to fall from her cloud, until she changes the way she thinks about falling, and starts to believe in her abilities. The book is peppered with fun facts about the water cycle, cloud formation, and the science of rainbows (among other facts), offering an age-appropriate introduction to science. The book includes supplementary material for parents and / or teachers giving children hands on activities to learn about rain, a glossary, and author and illustrator bios.
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  • Miggy and Tiggy: A Book About Overcoming Jealousy

    Michael P. Waite, Tony Derosa

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, Oct. 1, 1987)
    Tiggy uses his new puppy to make Miggy jealous, endangering their friendship and almost losing the puppy. Includes a related Bible verse.

  • Resisting Bullying

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2018)
    In Resisting Bullying, beginning readers will learn concrete strategies to help them stop different forms of bullying. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how they can build character by resisting bullying.
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  • Showing Generosity

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2018)
    In Showing Generosity, beginning readers will learn about all the ways they can be generous in their daily lives. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how they can build character by showing generosity.
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  • Handy-Dandy Helpful Hal: A Book About Helpfulness

    Michael P. Waite, Gary Trousdale

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, Oct. 1, 1987)
    Helpful Hal shows Sam and Sue the importance of helping their parents by doing chores such as hanging up clothes, washing the car, and feeding the cat. Includes a related Bible verse.

  • Being Grateful

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2018)
    In Being Grateful, beginning readers will learn about all the ways they can show thankfulness in their daily lives. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how they can build character by being grateful.
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  • Bieng Tolerant

    Penelope S. Nelson

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Aug. 1, 2019)
    In Being Tolerant, beginning readers will learn about all the ways they can be tolerant in their daily lives. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how they can build character by being tolerant.
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  • The Hollyhonk Gardens of Gneedle and Gnibb: A Book About Forgiving

    Michael P. Waite, Jill Trousdale

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, June 1, 1993)
    Petty arguments almost cost two gnomes their friendship and their beautiful gardens. Includes a related Bible verse.