Julia Cook
Author
Pub. Date
2011, c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
No one likes "Josh the Tattler" because he tattles way too much. But one night, Josh wakes up to find that his tongue is very long, yellow, and covered in bright purple spots, and itchy. Will a bad case of tattle tongue teach him a lesson?
Author
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
RJ has had a rough day...he wakes up with gum stuck in his hair, misses recess because he's late to school, earns a zero on his math homework, kicks the ball into his own team's soccer goal, and messes up Mom's kitchen with his overflowing pancake batter! With his mother's help, RJ learns that his problems happen because he doesn't listen or pay attention to directions from her, his school principal, teachers, or even his friends.
Author
Pub. Date
2015
Description
When a loved one is sentenced to prison, the emotional turmoil is difficult for everyone to handle. Children of incarcerated parents often suffer the heaviest burden of all and pay the price of hardship. As a result, they often develop mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and feelings of abandonment and grief. Unfortunately, over 7.3 million children have at least one parent in prison. Sadly, 70 percent...
Author
Pub. Date
c2011
Description
Otis used to have the "perfect" family. That all changed when his parents told him that they were getting a D...D...D...The "D" Word--he can't even say it! At first Otis blames himself. With the help of his Gram, Otis discovers the reasons why people get divorced. He also learns about the Three C's of Divorce: I didn't CAUSE it, I can't CONTROL it, so I'm going to have to learn to COPE with it! This book offers both children and adults the tools and...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
When "One of a Kind" is laughed at by Purple One and called a name by Green One, is the Tease Monster to blame? This tale teaches readers the difference between friendly teasing and mean teasing, and why some teasing can have a negative bite if it's meant to be hurtful and cause embarrassment.--Publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Noodle's attitude is alienating everyone around him. Can he let go of his angst and try to find the brighter side of life? With help from a teacher and his mom, Noodle learns how to turn his 'have tos' into 'get tos' and his baditude into gratitude!--Publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
When a Purple flower suddenly sprouts next to a Blue, all sorts of confusion ensues. Fortunately, Momma Blue is there to remind everyone about the beauty of diversity, including how the wind, rain, sun and bees treat all flowers the same regardless of the color of their petals or the size of their stems. Award-winning author Julia Cook shares a timely and valuable lesson about appreciating differences and embracing diversity in life and in friendships.--Publisher....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Shows readers the steps to the fundamental social skills of accepting "no" and disagreeing appropriately. When RJ learns to use these skills the right way, he finds that rewards come his way, instead of arguments.
Author
Pub. Date
c2016
Description
"Wendell has to win at everything, and if he doesn't, he whines about it. This creative story addresses two very challenging topics: winning and whining. When Wendell has one of those days where nothing seems to go his way, his mom helps him understand that everything in life doesn't have to be a contest and that losing does not make you a loser. In fact, it can make you stronger! She also points out that although it feels great to celebrate a win,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2015
Description
Did you know that everyone passes gas? If it's so natural, why do we struggle with teaching children how to respond appropriately? Join Gus in this hilarious tale as he and his classmates learn the brief biology lesson behind why we all pass gas, and the right way and the wrong way to handle it.--Publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Bertha Billingsworth (BB for short) is basically a happy person until she has to take a test. To her, the word test stands for Terrible Every Single Time, because that's how she does on them, TERRIBLE! BB's teacher comes to the rescue by inviting her to become a member of the Anti-Test Anxiety Society. She tells BB that TEST stands for Think Each Situation Through! She also ends up teaching BB the Dynamic Dozen (12 amazing test taking strategies),...
Author
Series
Building relationships volume no. 5
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
Readers will chuckle over the silly antics of these pooches while being reminded that siblings provide lifelong lessons in tolerance, patience, sharing, and conflict resolution. Part of the "Building relationships" series of books to help kids get along.--Publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
c2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
When Norbert is less than eager to try new food, he experiences first-hand what it's like to be on the receiving end of peer pressure. Norbert's imaginative descriptions of how it feels to have your peer pressure gauge continue to rise will draw readers in, while they witness his internal deliberation as he tries to let his inner voice shine.
Author
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Wilma Jean worries about everything. She worries about missing the bus, doing a math problem wrong, having friends to play with, and getting carrots in her school lunch. Wilma Jean's teacher helps her figure out what worries she can control and those that she can't and what to do about both types of worries.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
RJ says what he thinks ... no matter how it sounds or makes others feel. It's time RJ starts using a social filter when he speaks. With help from his parents, he learns he doesn't have to verbalize every thought that pops into his head. In fact, sometimes the less said the better.--Publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Description
Meet Melvin, the lovable tooth. Through Melvin's view of the world, this book encourages children in a fun-loving, unique way to actually want to brush their teeth. By promoting brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist, Melvin shows readers young and old how to make sure they will have happy teeth and healthy smiles that will last them a lifetime!