Books in Early Experiences series

Playing at the water table is fun. But Erik thinks getting splashed is not fun. When his sleeve gets wet, Erik gets sad, and he can't imagine ever being happy again. Then, with a classmate by his side, Erik becomes absorbed by a new idea: making the water disappear. As it does, Erik discovers his sadness has vanished and happiness has reappeared, like magic. Airdah-taroo! The book contains a page of information to help adults connect the story to children's experiences.

With a friendly and funny question-and-answer format which compares people and animals, this book provides the perfect vehicle for introducing children to experiences they all encounter as they grow and develop. Fred Ehrlich s exaggerated humor leads perfectly to the fact that these are functions each child needs to master. <p>Both author and artist present their material in a manner designed to be informative and reassuring, as well as funny.

Winner of the silver medal in the Moonbeam Children's Books Award in the Picture Book 4–8-year-old category from Independent PublisherWinner of the Gelett Burgess Children's Book AwardNoah knew he was different. He could see things that others couldn't, like the patterns in the dust that floated down on sunbeams.Noah is different. He sees, hears, feels, and thinks in ways that other people don't always understand, and he asks a lot of questions along the way. Noah loves science, especially the weather. His books usually provide him with the answers he needs, until one day, there's one question they don't answer—and that is where Noah's windy adventure begins.Filled with rich, sweeping illustrations, this picture book celebrates the inquisitive nature of all children, including those on the autism spectrum, who cannot stop asking a question until an answer has been unearthed.The book contains a page of information for parents, caregivers, and educators about the importance of helping children feel good about their differences and know that being different is okay.Michelle Worthington was born in Brisbane, Queensland, and has lived there all her life. She is much-published author in Australia.Joseph Cowman lives and paints in the hills and valleys of suburban Idaho. He is a long-standing member of the Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators. He is the illustrator of six other Redleaf Lane books, including most recently, The Amazing Erik and Rita and the Firefighters.

With a friendly and funny question-and-answer format which compares people and animals, this book provides the perfect vehicle for introducing children to experiences they all encounter as they grow and develop. While a lion may abstain from using a toothbrush, Fred Ehrlich s exaggerated humor leads perfectly to the fact that these are functions each child needs to master. Both author and artist present their material in a manner designed to be informative and reassuring, as well as funny.

With a friendly and funny question-and-answer format which compares people and animals, this book provides the perfect vehicle for introducing children to experiences they all encounter as they grow and develop. Fred Ehrlich's exaggerated humor leads perfectly to the fact that these are functions each child needs to master. Both author and artist present their material in a manner designed to be informative and reassuring, as well as funny.

Bree doesn't know anyone who likes to dig as much as she does. What's more, Bree doesn't know anyone who likes worms as much as she does. So Bree digs alone, until one day a classmate joins her. Together, the two unearth something even better than worms—a new friendship.The book contains a page of information to help adults connect the story to children's experiences.

With a friendly and funny question-and-answer format which compares people and animals, this book provides the perfect vehicle for introducing children to experiences they all encounter as they grow and develop. While a lion may abstain from using a toothbrush, Fred Ehrlich's exaggerated humor leads perfectly to the fact that these are functions each child needs to master. Both author and artist present their material in a manner designed to be informative and reassuring, as well as funny.