Elizabeth Verdick

Everybody cries! In this picture book, children learn how crying can help them and ways to cope with challenging feelings. Everyone cries. Sometimes the tears are happy ones; often, though, they come from sadness or frustration. "If you're sad or upset, the tears may come. Crying has a purpose: it lets your feelings out and shows others you might need help." Sadness and disappointment are common, recurring emotions that children can learn to...

Teach kids that teasing animals isn't nice, they can choose to be kind to animals, and it's important to ask before touching someone's pet. Pets may not have words, but they can communicate. Paying attention to an animal's cues-a joyful bark, a scary growl, a swishing tail-can help a child understand what the animal is "saying" and what an appropriate response might be. That's part of what this English-Spanish bilingual picture book is about. But...

"Walt the snowplow learns that, while his work is very important, there are some things he cannot do without the help of his new tow truck friend, Mo." --

"Learning valuable social skills like listening can happen even at an early age. "Put away the wiggles. Put away the giggles. Listening works better when your body's calm and still." When it's time for young children to listen closely, this bilingual board book sets the tone. They discover that it's important to open their eyes and ears but to close their mouths ("zip it, lock it, put it in your pocket") so good listening can begin"-- "Bilingual...

"This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get "stuck" on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping...

"Every parent, caregiver--and young child--knows the misery that comes with meltdowns and toddlers' temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text in both English and Spanish and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. After a break, toddlers will feel like new--and adults will, too." -- "This bilingual (English/Spanish) board book helps toddlers learn...

"Walt and his driver Gus are plowing a parking lot when they come upon a stray puppy and decide to help him get inside where it's warm and find a home"--

When it's time to say good-bye to diapers, let this charming, straightforward book pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why it's time to do so, while gaining confidence to face this important milestone. Includes tips for parents and caregivers. Cuando se hora de decirle adiós a los pañales, use este reconfortante y alentador libro para ayudar abrir el camino. Niños pequeños aprenderán el porque y como de usar una bacinilla...

"Young children learn that try-again time is learn-and-grow time, and that they get lots of chances to try again every day"--