Nonfiction Friendship

The audiobook is divided into units on self-worth, self-respect, and self-esteem; friendship; love and meaningful relationships; finding meaning, purpose, and direction in life; giving, sharing, and making a difference; encouragement and success; and coping with pressure, stress, and tough issues. Real teens reviewed this work, and the authors completed it with the collaborative feedback of those teens.

How can Irene and Charles work together on their fifth grade poetry project? They don't know each other...and they're not sure they want to. Irene Latham, who is white, and Charles Waters, who is black, use this fictional setup to delve into different experiences of race in a relatable way, exploring such topics as hair, hobbies, and family dinners. This remarkable collaboration invites listeners of all ages to join the dialogue by putting their own words to their experiences.

In the number one New York Times best seller, The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be, Joanna Gaines celebrates how creativity and acceptance can come together to make for a bright and beautiful adventure. The book, illustrated by Julianna Swaney, follows a group of children as they each build their very own hot-air balloons. As the kids work together, leaning into their own skills and processes, we discover that the same is true for life — it's more beautiful and vibrant when our differences are celebrated.

Jack liebt sein Stoffschwein über alles. Es war immer für ihn da, gemeinsam sind sie stets durch dick und dünn gegangen. Bis an einem Weihnachtsabend etwas Schreckliches passiert - das Stoffschwein ist verschwunden. Doch Weihnachten ist die Nacht der Wunder und der hoffnungslosen Fälle, die Nacht, in der sogar Spielzeuge zum Leben erwachen. Und Jacks neues Stofftier, das Weihnachtsschwein, das das alte nie ersetzen könnte, hat einen kühnen Plan.

The Food Group I Can Read Audio Collection has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher.

Hazel Kaplansky and new student Samuel Butler investigate rumors that a Russian spy has infiltrated their small Vermont town, amidst the fervor of Cold War era McCarthyism, but more is revealed than they could ever have imagined.

Vier Mädchen und ein Zauberwald. Willow hat von ihrer Großtante Alwina einen Wald geerbt. Und noch mehr: Alwina hat Willow auch ein windschiefes Häuschen hinterlassen und ihre Hexenkraft. Doch ob Willow dieses Erbe wirklich annehmen möchte? Und dann soll sie auch noch drei Mädchen finden, die ebenfalls die Gabe des Hexens in sich tragen. Nur wo? Und vor allem wie? Zum Glück ist Willow nicht allein: Der treue Fuchs Rufus weicht nicht von ihrer Seite.

No one thought much of young Thomas Alva Edison. He couldn’t focus at school and caused trouble around the house. But where others saw a distracted and mischievous boy, his mother saw imagination and curiosity. At only seven years old, Al, as he was called as a young child, was educated by his mother at home, who understood his potential could be unlocked with non-conventional learning, allowing him freedom to explore, dream, and be inquisitive.

When she was just a tiny baby, something terrible happened to Lexi. It left her with an out-of-control body and without a voice. Now, as a precocious, superhero-obsessed thirteen-year-old, Lexi is counting down the final 24 hours to a risky brain surgery that might help her talk or—dare she dream it?—to walk and use her hands. As surgery grows closer, Lexi finds an urgent, relentless need to share the story of the year in her life she calls The Year of the Buttered Cat. That year, on the verge of shutting out the rest of the world, Lexi began a solitary quest to find her "missing" body.

Sie ist quirlig, hat eine blühende Fantasie, hasst ihre roten Haare und findet für alles die richtigen Worte. Mit über 50 Millionen weltweit verkauften Exemplaren ist Anne auf Green Gables einer der größten Erfolge der kanadischen Literatur. Seit über 100 Jahren inspiriert das Mädchen, das sich selbst mit einem E am Ende schreibt, weil es "so viel schöner aussieht", nicht nur Astrid Lindgren, sondern auch Millionen von Kindern auf der ganzen Welt. Jetzt erscheint der beliebte Klassiker endlich ungekürzt als zeitloser Hörgenuss.

Social skills for kids are essential for building relationships, talking to people, and being aware of yourself. One of the most important things we can do to prepare kids for the challenges and chances of the future is to help them learn these skills.

Ein Hexenmeister, ein Vandale und ein köttelndes Meerschweinchen: herrlicher Abenteuerklamauk für die ganze Familie! Nachdem Rosies berühmter Vorfahr Merdyn der Mächtige in die Vergangenheit zurückgekehrt ist, hätte das Leben für Rosie zumindest ziemlich normal weitergehen können! Aber im Mittelalter knirscht es gewaltig – Merdyn hatte nämlich einst die Armee des Vandalenkriegers Vanheldon in Stein verwandelt. Und nun sinnt Vanheldon auf Rache! Um Merdyn eine Falle zu stellen, plant Vanheldon, Rosie in das finstere mittelalterliche Transsylvanien zu entführen.

Friendship is a very special thing. It’s great to have a friend, and being a friend to someone else is a good feeling too. Sometimes getting along with your friends is easy, and other times it can be a little trickier, but there are lots of ways to keep your friendships balanced and fun for everyone.

In Frosty, Harriet Weaver, the only female ranger in California’s Big Basin Redwood Park, finds orphan Frosty and adopts the baby raccoon. She soon finds that Frosty is not only intelligent, he’s mischievous, too. But his antics bring new joy to Harriet’s life, which makes it all worthwhile.

Wenn es auf Hexbridge Mitternacht schlägt. Durch eine mysteriöse Erbschaft wurde der elfjährige Alfie zum Besitzer einer Burg. Hier gibt es Geheimgänge, Falltüren ... und im Verlies lauern seit Jahrhunderten unentdeckt – Drachen. Dunkle Mächte wollen die Kreaturen wecken und gegen die Menschheit einsetzen. Das muss Alfie verhindern! Ihm wurde eine uralte Magie anvertraut, die ihm dabei helfen kann. Doch Alfie schwebt in großer Gefahr, denn auf sein Vermächtnis haben es viele abgesehen. Wie gut, dass er die besten Freunde der Welt hat.

After his debilitating surgery, Pepe must learn to run again. His dreams of becoming an athlete seem unattainable. Will his hard work, along with the love and support he receives from his family, change his future? This touching true story of determination, love, and faith is sure to inspire listeners of all ages.

The hilarious conclusion to the beloved Huggabie Falls trilogy. Kipp Kindle and his two friends, Tobias Treachery and Cymphany Chan, are back defending their weird and wonderful town, Huggabie Falls. Something indescribable is making everyone worry that life might be more exciting if they lived in the neighbouring town of Near Huggabie Falls.

Unlock your child's potential with essential social skills that foster happiness, confidence, and lasting friendships. Strong social skills are vital for children’s success and happiness, enabling them to communicate their ideas, collaborate with others, and resolve conflicts peacefully.

Do you play sports? Maybe you dream about scoring a goal on the soccer field or hitting a home run in baseball. Perhaps you're thinking about trying a new sport, but you're still not sure. In We Got Game! you'll meet 35 female athletes who played hard, broke records, and inspired girls around the world. Some of these athletes have retired. Others are still competing. But they have one thing in common: They all got game!

Transform your child’s social awkwardness into confidence and connection at each stage of their development.... It’s a no-brainer that you want the best for your kid, right? Love, care, and all those essential ingredients that create a fulfilling childhood? Check, check, and check! And yet, there seems to be a missing piece...a gap that needs to be filled. Your child is having a tough time connecting with others or struggling to make friends. They seem a tad uncomfortable in social situations and find it hard to express themselves or understand others.