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Books in Character Building Books series

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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  • Learning About Honesty Through the Life of Abraham Lincoln

    Kiki Mosher

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    Extolls the virtue of honesty through examples in the life of Abraham Lincoln.
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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.
  • 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.
  • 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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  • Learning about Equal Rights from the Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

    Brenn Jones

    Hardcover (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Presents the life and achievements of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, including her graduation from law school, her career as a lawyer, judge, and teacher, and her position as a Supreme Court Justice.
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  • Learning About Charity from the Life of Princess Diana

    Caroline M. Levchuck

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1999)
    A simple biography of Diana, Princess of Wales, emphasizing her charitable work for such causes as sick children, people with AIDS, and the elimination of land mines.
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  • Gilly Greenweed's Gift for Granny: A Book About Showing Love

    Michael P. Waite, Barbara Derosa

    Hardcover (Chariot Family Pub, June 1, 1992)
    Gilly worries about not having a present for Granny's birthday, until she discovers that the best present is her love.