Books for the Purposefull People Character Traits (Lakeshore): Respect

When Ms. Albert teaches a lesson on kindness, Chloe realizes that she and her friends have been wrong in making fun of new student Maya's shabby clothes and refusing to play with her.

A young boy faces adversity from classmates when he wears a tangerine colored dress to school.

What if everybody were more thoughtful before they judged someone? If you see someone in a wheelchair, you might think he or she couldn't compete in a race. But...you might be wrong. What if you see a child with no hair? Do you think she is embarrassed all the time? How about a kid who has a really hard time reading? Do you think that means he's not smart? You might think so. But...you might be wrong. With clear prose and lighthearted artwork, this companion book to the bestseller What If Everybody Did That? explores the preconceived notions we have about the world and encourages kids to be more thoughtful.

Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, Neither sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome.

Warty Warthog may have warts and tusks, but he likes himself that way! Join him as he celebrates all of his animal friends and the attributes that make each one unique.

An entertaining picture book that teaches the importance of asking for permission first as a young girl attempts to escape the curious hands that want to touch her hair.

Explains many different ways that children show respect and be respectful.

Readers make choices for Ben after he meets Alisha, a girl in a wheelchair. The story path leads to different consequences as readers make choices, while encouraging them to respect differences in others.

Simple text helps children learn the importance of being respectful.

With grown-up words like cooperate, respect, patience and considerate, a big, boisterous and zany family celebrates the power of language and discovers that words--big or little--are the bridge that connects us all.

A picture book that empowers children to use their voices in a variety of ways to make a positive difference in the world. Describes how one should say something if they have an idea, if they see an injustice, or if they just want to introduce themselves and state their beliefs.

Lopez adapts the song “He's Got the Whole World in His Hands” to a song about tolerance, friendship, and diversity throughout the world. The sheet music is included in the back.

When Moose ruins Rabbit's birthday party by eating the whole cake himself, he must find a way to make amends. After baking another cake, Moose learns that he loves sharing cake with friends most of all.

A song in which an ant pleads with the kid who is tempted to squish it.

A funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round.

A child learns that there are consequences for thoughtless behavior, from feeding popcorn to a bear at the zoo to dropping an empty can out of a car window.

Playing just for the fun of it? Sure thing. In this story, Howard learns the value of working together and cooperating to create a win-win, win or lose.

It’s Penelope Rex’s 1st day of school and her classmates look delicious! That is, until Penelope learns that if you want to make friends you should show them Respect — and definitely not try to eat them!

In this colorful book, we learn that everyone and everything, no matter how big or small, is important, valuable, and should be Respected.

Join a cute little yellow SPOT as he shows all the different ways to be respectful to people, places and things.

Doug doesn’t like hugs, but he does love high-fives! In this fun and cheerful story, we learn about the importance of showing Respect for others’ choices and practicing consent.

Jack wants to apologize for hurting Zoe's feelings. He just can't seem to find the right words. Turns out there's more to an apology than just saying "I'm sorry." Elevated by equally charming illustrations and text, I'm Sorry You Got Mad is a journey in learning the importance of an apology that goes deeper than just words.