Alpacas Don't Get Angry


Book Description

Alpacas Don't Get Angry! Not true! They sometimes do! Animals DO feel anger. Humans feel it too. In this whimsical alpaca book for kids, Apollo the alpaca has a story to tell about something that made him feel very angry. When he tried to express himself, nobody believed him, so he got more and more upset... ...until his farmer friend stepped in and taught him how to deal with feelings in a safe, and easy way. Find out how Apollo learns to express his tough emotions appropriately, communicate effectively, and rebuild friendships. A great story about anger management for kids. Teach kids to handle their feelings and emotions with this book that builds social and emotional skills. Best of all, see how Apollo finds the value of forgiveness and friendship! Features Lively and colorful illustrations Engaging rhyme to support developing phonemic awareness Fun strategy kids can use immediately to handle difficult emotions A humorous and charming story that teaches and entertains FREE downloadable activity pages and an Apollo bookmark to remind kids what to do when they feel angry.




Macca the Alpaca


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Macca the Alpaca is the alpaca-llama mashup of the year! Perfect for fans of Oi, Frog! and You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus. Macca is an alpaca. He loves splashing in puddles, and he gives the very best cuddles. Harmer is a llama. He's tall, strong and woolly, but he's also a BIG BULLY. When a friendly alpaca comes face-to-face with a meanie llama, he soon realises that LLAMA DRAMA lies ahead. But, who knows, perhaps the differences that separate the two will be exactly what brings them together in the end. A heartwarming story of friendship, acceptance and the value of being yourself.




Alpaca Pati's Fancy Fleece


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An adorable picture book about an alpaca who loves to dress up and what happens when she learns her beautiful coat will be sheared. Little alpaca Pati has a beautiful coat of fur that is the envy of the other alpacas. Pati loves to adorn her fur with velvet bows, sparkly hair clips, and flower headbands. When she learns that she will have to lose her coat in the spring, she is heartbroken. She doesn't want to give up what makes her beautiful, so she runs away to the city. Upon arriving, Pati is amazed by the many vibrant goods for sale at the market. She realizes that her alpaca fur is used to make everything and decides that she must give up her coat to keep the villagers warm. Incorporating Spanish terminology throughout, Alpaca Pati's Fancy Fleece offers an endearing message about sacrifice and reminds readers that it's what's on the inside that counts.




A Stack of Alpacas (EBOOK)


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A Stack of Alpacasis the alpaca book of the year! Perfect for fans of Oi, Frog!and You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus. Maccais an alpaca. He lovessplashing in puddles, and he gives the very bestcuddles - especially to his nieces and nephew. Except...his nieces and nephew are a whole lot of trouble! How will Uncle Macca tame this unruly trio? A heartwarming story of kindnessand family. Also in the series: Macca the Alpaca Macca's Christmas Crackers Alpacas with Maracas A Stack of Alpacas




Alpacas with Maracas


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A heartwarming story of perseverance, friendship, fun and alpacas! Macca is an alpaca. He likes eating pickles, and loves getting tickles! When Macca and his best friend Al decide they want to take part in a talent show, they set to work figuring out what they're good at. But when they try all sorts of things and can't seem to get any of it right, they start to wonder if there's anything they do well... Also in this series: Macca the Alpaca, Macca's Christmas Crackers and A Stack of Alpacas




This Book Has Alpacas and Bears


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Everyone has something to be proud of. In this new, hilarious picture book, Alfonso the Alpaca will set out to prove just that. Alfonso the Alpaca loves nothing more than relaxing with a good book. Until one day it dawns on him that there is not a single alpaca in any of them - just wall-to-wall bears!Something must be done, so Alfonso takes it upon himself to write a story about alpacas. But before long he realizes that it's not so easy (especially when you only have feet) and soon he has to enlist the help of his friend Colin. A bear!




Kuan Yin


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Spirituality & Practice "Best Books of 2021" Award Winner Bank Street College of Education "The Best Children’s Books of the Year" Moonbeams Children’s Book Awards "Best Illustrator" Silver Winner Two sisters discover the power of love and the true meaning of compassion in this princess-adventure story based on an ancient Chinese tale. Miao Shan isn't your typical princess. She likes to spend her time quietly meditating with the creatures of the forest or having adventures with dragons and tigers. Miao Shan's heart is so full of love that her dream is to spread happiness throughout the land and help people endlessly. But her father has other plans for her--he intends to have her married and remain in the palace. With the help of her little sister Ling, Miao Shan escapes and begins her journey to discover the true meaning of compassion. During their adventure, Ling and Miao Shan are eventually separated. Ling must overcome doubts, fears, and loneliness in order to realize what her sister had told her all along--that love is the greatest power in the world. After the sisters' reunion, Miao Shan realizes her true calling as Kuan Yin, the goddess of compassion. A princess-adventure story like none other, this ancient Chinese tale of the world's most beloved Buddhist hero is a story of sisterhood, strength, and following your own path.




I Choose to Calm My Anger


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In this rhyming story, Jackson gets upset and doesn't understand how his emotions are controlling his behavior. Through colorful illustrations and rhythmic rhymes, he learns coping mechanisms on how to deal with big emotions like anger. Does your child get upset easily? Developing tools that help you cope with everyday struggles can lead to a calmer well-being. "I Choose to Calm My Anger" is a story with social emotional learning (SEL) in mind. It has been praised by teachers and therapists worldwide. This story told from Jackson's point of view will help open your child's mind to what it feels like to be angry and how to deal with it. Jackson will teach your child how we are empowered to change our mindset and how we deal with life's setbacks. With Jackson in real life examples, your child will learn to develop their understanding of their own emotions. Throughout the story, Jackson will show you how it feels to be angry and then how to cope. Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose is an empowering series curated to empower young children to become aware of big emotions. A new book series developed in tandem with teachers and therapists to help children cope with a range of emotions and teach them that they indeed hold the power to choose their actions and reactions. So Jackson thanked his friend for his help. He decided to be stronger than anger itself. He breathed in and out deeply, then counted to ten, And thought of a happy place to find his zen. "I Choose to Calm My Anger" was developed alongside counselors and parents to be used as a resource in a social emotional curriculum.




How Stella Saved the Farm


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How Stella Saved the Farm is a simple parable about making innovation happen. Written by the authors of the New York Times bestselling Reverse Innovation: Create Far From Home, Win Everywhere, Vijay Govindarajan and Chris Trimble. This story resonates in organizations of all types—public sector, private sector, and social sector, from mammoth corporations to small organizations employing just a few dozen people. The parable is about a farm in trouble. Bankruptcy, or the grim prospect of being acquired by a hostile competitor, threaten. The farm succeeds only if the team pulls together and innovates. The main characters in the story—Stella, Deirdre, Bull, Mav, Einstein, Rambo, Maisie, and Andrea—are all like people you know, maybe even yourself. The tale includes an unexpected leadership challenge, an ambitious call to action, a bold idea, countless internal obstacles and conflicts, fears, joys, triumphs, and even a love interest. It's a story that can be enjoyed by anyone. How Stella Saved the Farm delivers eight simple lessons to guide innovation initiatives to success. It prepares business leaders to avoid some of innovation's most toxic myths, teaches how to build the right kind of team, and shows how to learn quickly from experience.




Bumble & Snug and the Angry Pirates


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Meet Bumble and Snug, two best monster friends with BIG feelings, as they go on an epic journey in the first book in their hilarious graphic novel series. Bumble and Snug are two best friends who just so happen to be little monsters called Bugbops. One day, after getting lost on their way to a picnic, they find themselves on an abandoned island in the middle of the sea where they discover a treasure chest. When angry pirates follow their trail, Bumble and Snug will have to work together to avoid a giant octopus, replace the treasure, and find their way home. This first book in the bright and bold Bumble & Snug graphic novel series seamlessly blends hilarity, friendship, emotion, and adventure for a compelling story that beginning and reluctant readers will want to pick up again and again.