Books in My First Look at series

Children learn that there are many ways of being brave, but not all of them involve the kinds of action they often see in TV adventure stories. One way for kids to be brave is to keep trying at something that they find difficult--trying until they succeed. They learn that it is normal to be scared of some things, and that having courage is daring to do the right thing, even when it feels uncomfortable or scary. This new title in Barron's growing series of A First Look at . . . books is written especially for preschool and early-grades children. Books in this series feature sensitively written stories that encourage boys and girls to explore their feelings, face new challenges in their lives, and talk to trusted elders about how to deal with things that bother them. The books feature child-friendly color illustrations on every page. An advice to parents section appears at the end of each book.

This thought-provoking book opens with a question to its young readers: "Have you ever tried to do something that was really hard?" Kids discover that learning to do new things--even when they are difficult--makes life more interesting. Whether learning a new sport, learning to play a musical instrument, or learning any new skill, kids shouldn't be afraid to make mistakes. The most important thing is for them to try their best. This new title in Barron's growing series of A First Look at . . . books is written especially for preschool and early-grades children. Books in this series feature sensitively written stories that encourage boys and girls to explore their feelings, face new challenges in their lives, and talk to trusted elders about how to deal with things that bother them. The books feature child-friendly color illustrations on every page. An advice to parents section appears at the end of each book.

My First Look At is an exciting photographic series of picture books for the very young. Every page is a visual treasure trove, packed with clear and colorful photographs of objects both familiar and unfamiliar. A novel approach to learning. Close-up color photographs bring everyday objects to life. Every picture labeled to help develop new word skills.

My First Look At is an exciting photographic series of picture books for the very young. Every page is a visual treasure trove, packed with clear and colorful photographs of objects both familiar and unfamiliar. A novel approach to learning. Close-up color photographs bring everyday objects to life. Every picture labeled to help develop new word skills.

"MY Bees" non-fiction series in an accessible picture-book format that deals with difficult personal, social and emotional issues for younger children. The series is designed to meet parental needs as well as supply teachers with a useful tool for classroom discussion. The text addresses the chyild directly and is designed to encourage interaction between parents/teachers and the child. Also included are helpful notes for parents and teachers.