Child Esteem

Meet Abbie Wu. Abbie is in crisis - and not just because she's starting middle school or because she's stuck in a family that doesn't quite get her or because everyone seems to have a Thing except her. Abbie Wu is always in crisis.

Seventh grader Frannie Hudson wonders what it would be like to trade in her family for a new one. Her big brother ignores her. Her mean older sister can't stand her. And her parents have just announced they're going on a last-minute vacation - without her. When Frannie makes one desperate, crazy wish - BOOM! - she magically bounces into a whole new life, with a totally different family. And. It. Is. Amazing! There's only one catch: waking up as someone else keeps happening.

Ultramarathons. Bike sprints. Squats and deadlifts. Naps. Kitchen dance parties! All of it is in preparation for meeting Pequeno, the “Little One” growing in this strong mama’s belly. From first heartbeats and fluttery kicks to grinning grandparents and that first loud cry - pregnancy might just be the biggest workout yet! But there's nothing this mom and new baby can't tackle together as a team.

I Am God's Dream is a deeply encouraging exploration of the unique strengths, curiosities, and desires in every kid. In this deeply affirming audiobook, children will see how God celebrates and adores each of us—and why we should be proud to be who we are.

Young Mary has been told that there are many things she can’t do. Like stay up past bedtime, or be an astronaut or become president. But what she really wants is to sing, and she isn’t about to let anyone tell her she can’t do it! A powerful motivating tale about a confident and ambitious girl who doesn’t feed into negativity, this debut children’s book from legendary artist Mary J. Blige proves that anyone can make their dreams come true by believing in themselves. It's a great conversation starter for overcoming discouragement from others.

"Embracing Your Inner Child" is a heartfelt guide designed to lead you through the sacred journey of reconnecting with the purest part of yourself—the inner child. Within is audiobook lies a transformative process of introspection, healing, and ultimately, renewal. Imagine a life where you meet your deepest needs with compassion, where you turn past pain into present peace, and where every day holds the potential for joy, creativity, and laughter.

The determined Little Blue Engine is back, bringing inspiring and enlightening words of wisdom to graduates of all ages as they make the transition from one phase of life to the next. I Knew You Could! provides familiar comfort in changing times and will be treasured for years to come. Listeners will revisit the story again and again as they move forward along life's path. From "I think I can" to "I knew I could", The Little Engine that Could helps kids of all ages realize that anything is possible if you just put your mind to it!

When 11-year-old Jack Martel crawls out of his pup tent on the first morning of his camping trip with his mom in Acadia National Park, he notices right away that something isn’t right. Where is his mom’s tent, and their rental car? And where is his mom? Any other kid might panic, might even go to the police. But Jack isn’t like other kids. And his mom isn’t like other moms. Jack knows that it’s up to him to find his mom before someone figures out what’s happened and separates them forever.

Grayson Sender has been holding onto a secret for what seems like forever: "He" is a girl on the inside, stuck in the wrong gender's body. The weight of this secret is crushing, but sharing it would mean facing ridicule, scorn, rejection, or worse. Despite the risks, Grayson's true self itches to break free. Will new strength from an unexpected friendship and a caring teacher's wisdom be enough to help Grayson step into the spotlight she was born to inhabit?

I Am Mighty Me is a book that parents and children will love listening to again and again. This sweet rhyming story empowers children to be their best and lets them know that they are in control of their own thoughts and feelings and that they can use their powers for good!

When friends invite Lazy Ninja to some outings, he turns them down and opts to play games and watch TV. He just can’t find the motivation, or simply put, he's stuck in a rut! But then a friend pays him a visit and helps him see what he’s missing out on. Find out what happens in this comedic book about setting goals and finding motivation.

Discover a joyful reminder of the ways that every child is unique and special, from the beloved creator of "The Dot", "Happy Dreamer", and New York Times best seller, "The Word Collector". Here, Reynolds reminds listeners to "be your own work of art." To be patient, persistent, and true. Because there is one, and only one, YOU.

Do you want to learn how to heal your inner child? Do you want freedom from the hardships you've faced? In my short book ,you will learn how to heal your inner child, forgive yourself and others, accept the present, and more! This book is meant for anybody who wants to escape the sorrows of their past and heal their damaged inner child.

This skill book for ages five to 12 teaches a simple five-step process to help them solve problems. Ideal for parents, educators, and home-school courses to use with children. Children are given ample practice helping others to solve their problems as well as solving their own.

When Maisie gets into a terrible accident, her face is partially destroyed. She's lucky enough to get a face transplant - but how do you live your life when you can't even recognize yourself anymore? She was a runner, a girlfriend, a good student...a normal girl. Now all that has changed. As Maisie discovers how much her looks did - and didn't - shape her relationship to the world, she has to redefine her own identity and figure out what "lucky" really means.

Gritty Ninja was the type of ninja that seemed to be good at everything. He wasn't particularly talented at anything. But the one thing that set him apart was that he just...never gave up. But once upon a time, Gritty Ninja was not always like this. He used to give up on things when he got bored, frustrated, or when it got too hard. Things change when a buddy introduces him to a strategy to help him grow grit and not give up.

Seven of Jamie Lee Curtis' very popular books to grow by, available unabridged on audio!

Lizzie has a lot to worry about. Ever since her sister left for boarding school, Lizzie has felt overwhelmed by worries. Will she flunk out of 7th grade? Will she say something humiliating in front of her crush? Will her campaign for class secretary set a record for the lowest number of votes ever? Her friends say her fears are far-fetched, but they still make Lizzie's stomach hurt.

James Sveck, 18-year-old New Yorker, charming, precocious, confused, doesn't quite fit in (doesn't really want to)....If his future (i.e., college) seems completely meaningless, not to mention terrifying....Then: he'll start anew (move to the Midwest?)....James Sveck is misunderstood by a capricious mother, a self-absorbed father, a mordant older sister, his Teutonic therapist, his D-list celebrity grandmother, his unnervingly attractive art gallery colleague....

A tu hija le encantará este audiolibro porque en él encontrará muchas de las respuestas a las preguntas que le pueden estar preocupando a esta edad. En esta historia encontrará una niña fuerte, valiente, llena de confianza y seguridad en sí misma, pero una niña que para descubrir su poder también tuvo que hacerse preguntas y sentirse triste. Pronto tu hija podrá comprender mejor que nació para brillar, que es un ser único y formidable.