"This collection of 100 original dares will help boys expand their worldview, inspire more respect toward girls and non-binary kids, and generally develop a healthier idea of manhood."--Amazon. Being a boy isn't just about building forts or beating the high score on a video game or being tough. It's about being true to yourself, treating everyone fairly, and helping those around you. From "Dare to include girls in sports" to "Dare to care about the...

"At times, all children need a little help getting along with others and respecting differences--at school, in the neighborhood, at home, and on the playground. Teaching tolerance and encouraging acts of kindness through clear words and charming illustrations, We Can Get Along supports children's development with simple yet essential skills for conflict resolution and peacemaking. The book includes activities and discussion questions that teachers,...

"The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Staying Connected gives actionable suggestions to help young readers stay in touch with friends and loved ones as we navigate the current outbreak. This book includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to...

"Making connections with others in the community is an essential life skill, and one that can help young people successfully navigate the choppy waters of today's society. Inside this book, readers will learn about the epidemic of loneliness that affected U.S. citizens after the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and how they can cope with their own loneliness and the loneliness of others. Forming meaningful and lasting relationships can defeat societal isolation...

"As you grow up, you'll be presented with all kinds of exciting opportunities: making friends, discovering what you love to do, and learning new things. But sometimes these joyful milestones come with challenges. Certain social situations can feel like navigating a maze. How do you strike up a conversation with someone new at school or camp? What should you do when you see someone being bullied? How do you help a friend who is going through a tough...

"A workbook for teens about what popularity is, why some kinds are healthier than others, and how teens can grow their social intelligence"-- "This book is NOT about knocking down those who are popular, or an attempt to convince teens that popularity is a bad thing. In fact, research points to the exact opposite: likeability is important!. It is not elusive or granted only to a select few. Anyone can become their own kind of popular with a little...

"The concept of boundaries is important for children to learn early in life. This title explains to readers how to set their own and understand others. A few everyday situations serve as examples of boundaries and pair with colorful images and an infographic."--

Discusses the reasons why social bullying occurs, and looks at strategies to confront and prevent it.

In simple text, describes how it feels when people get along well together and when they do not, and explains that one has control over the choices they make.

"At times, all children need help getting along with others and respecting differences. Teaching tolerance and encouraging acts of kindness through clear words and charming illustrations, this English-Spanish bilingual version of We Can Get Along/Podemos llevarnos bien supports children's development with skills for conflict resolution and peacemaking. The book includes activities and discussion questions in both languages"-- "English-Spanish bilingual...