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Kids can contribute to the fun and function of family life in many ways. This engaging book shows kids how they can help their parents-as well as themselves and their siblings-make family time more fulfilling. Each chapter offers ways to become more self-reliant and more helpful around the home and suggests activities that foster better communication and family bonding.

For over 25 years, families have used When Dinosaurs Die to explain death, dying, and coping with grief and loss -- from the creators of the beloved Dino Tales: Life Guide for Families series, which has sold over 1.5 million copies. Straightforward and comprehensive, this indispensable book is a comforting aid to help young kids and families through a difficult time in their lives. No one can really understand death, but to children, the passing away of a loved one can be especially perplexing and troublesome. This is true whether the loss is a family member, friend, or pet. Here to offer advice and reassurance are the wise dinosaurs from the bestselling Dino Tale series. This succinct and thorough guide helps dispel the mystery and negative connotations associated with death, providing answers to kids' most-often asked questions. Topics covered include: What Does Alive Mean? * Why Does Someone Die? * What Does Dead Mean? * Feelings about Death? * Saying Goodbye * Keeping Customs * What Comes After Death? * Ways to Remember Someone Don't miss these other Dino Tales: Life Guides for Families: Democracy for Dinosaurs: A Guide for Young Citizens Dinosaurs Divorce: A Guide for Changing Families

Armond doesn't want to go to Felicia's birthday party. Parties are noisy, disorganized and smelly - all things are hard for a kid with Asperger's. Worst of all is socializing with other kids. But with the support of Felicia and her mom, good friends who know how to help him, he not only gets through the party, but also has fun. When his mom picks him up, Armond admits the party was not easy, but he feels good that he faced the challenge - and that he's a good friend. A great book for anyone to learn about coping with autism or Asperger's. "With help from her coauthor, a middle schooler with Asperger's syndrome, Carlson explains why a child with a spectrum disorder might be reluctant to attend a friend's party. Both Armond's distress and his relief and satisfaction are likely to movie young audiences toward increased empty for others with mental or physical differences". --Booklist

Shubert wonders why other bugs in his school make fun of Crenshaw the Cricket and call him names. All the bugs learn to see Crenshaw through "loving eyes" and understand why he behaves differently from them.

"Shubert, a lightning bug, discovers the power of choices to help him stay focused while getting ready for school. Read along to see how he uses choices to help his classmates clean up and ask for help instead of fighting."--Page 4 of cover.

"Shubert, a lightning bug, expects to lead his class in the welcoming of a new member. The warm welcome turns quickly into teasing, laughing, and exclusion. Spencer, the new student, looks different from everyone else. See how Mrs. Bookbinder and the Bug Valley gang learn to accept diversity and also embrace it."--Back cover

What Is Death? introduces children to the concept of death with examples of customs and beliefs from different religions and cultures. While addressing children's natural curiosity about the subject, the book also challenges them to reflect on the themes of tolerance, identity, and generosity. Using a gentle and comforting tone and an honest approach, What Is Death? encourages children to embrace the positive in life.

In partnership with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Tundra is proud to launch an important series of books for children who have to cope with adult-sized problems. Young Alex’s father had been a policeman until he began to suffer from depression, perhaps the most common mental health issue we face. Alex’s questions are those that are often asked by the children of parents who have depression: is the parent simply lazy? Does he no longer care? And is it something I can catch, like a cold? In simple, straightforward language, the book explains what depression is and how it is treated. It also prepares a child for working with a helping professional. And perhaps most important, it reassures a child that he or she is not alone. Written by Canada’s foremost experts in the field, this is an important book to spur discussion and allay fears of those affected by depression.

Shubert, a lightning bug, feels bug crazy mad because he can't go out and play. He refuses to do this homework and is hurtful to friends at school. Find out how his teacher uses Shubert's upset as an opportunity to teach him and his classmates ways to calm down.--From publisher description.

Shubert the lightning bug forgets his field trip permission slip. He decides to rant and rave and break the rules. His teacher and classmates help him calm down.

Shubert the lightning bug learns to stand up to a bully by using the powerful words "Stop, I don't like it."

Shubert, a lightning bug, decides he will be helpful today, no matter what! As he enters his classroom, he finds Lucinda throwing down her backpack and kicking Etta. Find out how Shubert and his classmates help Lucinda uncover her real problem and find a solution. Mrs. Bookbinder, the teacher, models ways for adults to view misbehavior as a "call for help" rather than an act of meanness. Find out how she builds a school family where all class members feel valued and safe enough to help turn hurtful situations into helpful communication skills.--From publisher description