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Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
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Using simple words and real-life examples, this book shows kids how to be assertive with other kids--and with adults. Kids will learn to feel better about themselves, stronger and more secure inside, and more in charge of their lives. They'll read about effective ways to deal with intense feelings and to build self-esteem and self-confidence. In addition, they'll learn strategies for building inner security to cope with powerlessness and uncertainty...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
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"Our brains are constantly sorting and labeling the world around us. Those four-legged barking things? They're dogs. The bouncy things are balls. Toys are different from food, and food is different from milk. Pretty simple, right? But our brains don't just sort things. They sort people. And that's where life gets really complicated. How and why do our brains create categories? And how can we avoid falling into the stereotype trap?"...
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Series
Lexile measure
810L
Language
English
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Have you ever lost someone you love? Does it seem impossible on some days to feel happy? You are not alone! Readers in grades 4-9 will learn what to expect as they journey through grief, including various coping strategies to help navigate through this difficult and confusing time.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
540L
Language
English
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Description
"Are you worried about learning to swim? Are you nervous to try a new food that you may not like? You're not alone. In this Pebble Emerge, explore the reasons why it can be scary to try something new and discover simple tips for facing this fear. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fears of trying new things"--
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Series
Lexile measure
AD 450L
Language
English
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Description
"As every grown-up knows, yelling comes naturally to children. This friendly, encouraging book introduces and reinforces where and when to use an "indoor voice" or an "outdoor voice." Simple words and vivid illustrations show the places and times for an indoor voice, the ways people ask us to speak more quietly, and situations when yelling might occur. Children learn how they can quiet their voices and talk about a problem, supported by a simple reminder:...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Is the suspect a cold-blooded killer or suffering from a mental illness? This is the kind of tough question that a forensic psychologist must help answer. These specialists combine their knowledge of psychology and the law to come up with answers. Look inside to find out more about how forensic psychologists use their skills to serve the legal system.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
930L
Language
English
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Description
Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a forensic psychologist. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.
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English
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"What on Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? speaks directly to kids about what death means and how to cope. The book explores the questions kids have about death—Why? How? What next? Is it my fault? What’s a funeral?—in basic, straightforward terms. Also described and discussed are the overwhelming emotions involved in grieving: sadness, fear, anger, and guilt. The book offers practical strategies for coping with those emotions and suggests...
12) Compassion
Author
Lexile measure
470L
Language
English
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Description
Compassion explores the importance of dealing with pain and being kind to others.
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Series
Language
English
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Ted Bundy, BTK, Lonnie Franklin Jr. ("the Grim Sleeper"), and Anthony Sowell ("the Cleveland Strangler")-what made these men into serial killers? Examination by authorities and professionals has given some insight into the minds of these serial killers and others, and psychology students will learn about the most current psychoanalysis of these modern-day murderers. The text also includes a personality disorder self-assessment quiz readers can take...
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Language
English
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"We all have dreams we'd like to achieve. Some people might want to run a mile, while others might want to climb a mountain. What needs to happen to turn a dream into reality? This book takes readers through the process of setting goals effectively. Each step in the process is explained through examples, full-color photographs, and the stories of people who have successfully achieved the goals they've set. Readers will understand how to set specific...
15) Being mindful
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Series
Lexile measure
160L
Language
English
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Description
"When children experience difficult feelings, show them how they can help themselves feel better by pausing and being mindful in the moment. Pairs with the fiction title Isaac's Tree"--
Author
Lexile measure
980L
Language
English
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Description
Discusses how stress affects teenagers and the different ways it can be managed. New in this fourth edition, a chapter on taming digital tigers, an expanded section on mindfulness, all-new illustrations, tips for finding help online, and more.
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Series
Lexile measure
530L
Language
English
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Description
"In this book, readers will discover how to recognize excitement in others and how to support and join in their happiness. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the emotion of excitement. Includes sidebars, a...
19) Being present
Author
Lexile measure
450L
Language
English
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Description
"Early readers are introduced to a foundation of daily mindfulness practices in the My Mindful Day series. Being Present explores the importance of connecting with others and focusing on the present instead of the future. This engaging early approach to mindfulness helps readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Each book in this series includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography"--
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