Henry and the Gym Monster


Book Description

All Henry wants to do is play games with his friends in the gym, but Manny, the P.E. monster, tricks him into playing HIS way. Henry needs to figure out how to defeat his monster before Manny grows to a size he can't control. A Book for Kids that Promotes Physical Literacy All day long Henry has one thought: "How much longer until PE class?" Kids like Henry who have a passion for action will be encouraged to read with this engaging book that takes place in the gym. Teach Kids to Take Responsibility for Their Actions This story holds an example that teaches kids that when they make a mistake, they should take responsibility for their own actions. Henry learns to substitute negative behavior with more suitable conduct. Children will learn to listen to their teachers, be kind to their classmates, and show sportsmanship in the gym setting. A Great Resource for Parents, Counselors, and Educators Henry and the Gym Monster is a resource for parents, counselors, and any educator that supports children with their social and emotional growth.




Jack and the Monster


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Jack's new baby brother seems like a monster to him, howling and making messes all over the house, until he discovers how to view the addition to his family in a new light.




Jeremy Draws a Monster


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Alone in his room, Jeremy draws a monster. But then the monster wants lunch! As his creation takes over, Jeremy begins to wonder how he will ever get rid of the monstrous nuisance. He entertains his unwanted guest all day, but enough is enough. Jeremy finally draws him a bus ticket out of town! With a sure artistic touch and more than a dose of humor, Peter McCarty cleverly blurs the line between his own drawings and Jeremy's, and in doing so subtly questions the line between reality and imagination.




Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Sportsmanship


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Howard B. Wigglebottom is so determined to win, for to him coming in second is not acceptable, that on the day of the big soccer game he plays so aggressively, and is such a poor teammate his coach has to bench him.




Lemonade in Winter


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A lemonade stand in winter? Yes, that's exactly what Pauline and John-John intend to have, selling lemonade and limeade--and also lemon-limeade. With a catchy refrain (Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LIMEADE! Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LEMONADE!), plus simple math concepts throughout, here is a read-aloud that's great for storytime and classroom use, and is sure to be a hit among the legions of Jenkins and Karas fans. "A beautifully restrained tribute to trust and tenderness shared by siblings; an entrepreneurship how-to that celebrates the thrill of the marketplace without shying away from its cold realities; and a parable about persistence." —Publishers Weekly, Starred




Everybody's Good at Something


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Building Self-Confidence and Fitness One Yoga Pose at a Time! Do you want to help children develop self-confidence and improve their fitness levels? The two go hand in hand! Everybody's Good at Something is the story of Katie, who can't do anything in gym class until Miss Bendy, the PE teacher, introduces yoga. Children and adults will identify with Katie, as she discovers what she IS good at! So much more than a story, Everybody's Good at Something includes a fun and effective yoga practice to improve self- confidence, fitness levels, and overall well-being!




The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon


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It's another scary day at the Black Lagoon. . . . There's a new gym teacher transferring over from the junior high, and Hubie is worried. The junior high students say he's big, mean, and blows his whistle a lot. Will Hubie really have to run a lap around the world to pass Mr. Green's class? Will he be able to lift Mr. Green's pickup truck and climb up a rope while it's on fire?Hubie doesn't want to go to gym class anymore!




I Want to Win!


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Bella always needs to win—no matter what. At summer Fun Club, she gets mad whenever someone beats her in a game. When she struggles during a tent-making competition, Bella would rather give up than keep trying. Can she learn to do her best and feel good about it, even if she’s not the winner? With the help of the club leader, Bella discovers that she can make a tent, even if it’s not the best tent—and that being a good sport feels much better than being a sore loser.




Kicking It


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Featuring stories by SHANNON K. BUTCHER * RACHEL CAINE * LUCIENNE DIVER * CHRIS MARIE GREEN * CHRISTINA HENRY * FAITH HUNTER * CHLOE NEILL * KALAYNA PRICE * ROB THURMAN New York Times bestselling author Rachel Caine has modern-day potions witches Holly and Andrew facing off against a firebrand politician who wears literally killer boots in a Texas-sized rodeo of trouble. Boot-loving Cadogan vampire Lindsey must team up with off-again, on-again vampire partner Luc when a woman from her past is targeted by supernaturals in New York Times bestselling author Chloe Neill’s all-new adventure. And New York Times bestselling author Rob Thurman features Trixa Iktomi from her Trickster series dealing with magical vengeance and magical footwear. Taking kick-ass urban fantasy literally, USA Today bestselling authors Kalayna Price and Faith Hunter bring together the best of the genre to once again prove when you’re fighting supernatural forces, it helps to keep your feet on the ground.




One Happy Chicken


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A small chick is left on a sidewalk, but fortunately, a woman finds her and takes her home. However, her neighborhood rules do not allow her to keep the chick. She contacts a woman with two kind children and a houseful of rescued animals (three dogs, six cats, two small parrots, and a bunny). The mom agrees to add the chick to the menagerie, and Zoe grows up to become the leader of the pack. A chicken with an attitude, Zoe has multiple adventures.