LarryBoy and the Merciless Mango


Book Description

"The Bumblyburg VeggieMites are having a disappointing first day at the ballpark, and a mysterious mango is pushing Junior and his friends to pick fights and stay angry. As the kids listen to the Merciless Mango, they get more and more stuck in ists syrupy mess. It's upto LarryBoy to pry them loose and show the villainous mango the importance of forgiveness."--Page [4] of cover.




I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!


Book Description

‘NO’ is RJ’s least favorite word . . . and he tries his best to convince his dad, his mom, and his teacher to turn “No” into “Maybe” or “We’ll see” or “Later” or “I’ll think about it.” Author Julia Cook helps K-6 readers laugh and learn along with RJ as he understands the benefits of demonstrating the social skills of accepting “No” for an answer and disagreeing appropriately. Tips for parents and educators on how to teach and encourage kids to use these skills are included in the book. I Just Don’t Like the Sound of NO! is another in the BEST ME I Can Be! series of books from the Boys Town Press that teach children social skills.




My Mouth is a Volcano


Book Description

Teaching children how to manage their thoughts and words without interrupting. Louis always interrupts! All of his thoughts are very important to him, and when he has something to say, his words rumble and grumble in his tummy, they wiggle and jiggle on his tongue and then they push on his teeth, right before he ERUPTS (or interrupts). His mouth is a volcano! But when others begin to interrupt Louis, he learns how to respectfully wait for his turn to talk. My Mouth Is A Volcano takes an empathetic approach to the habit of interrupting and teaches children a witty technique to help them manage their rambunctious thoughts and words. Told from Louis' perspective, this story provides parents, teachers, and counselors with an entertaining way to teach children the value of respecting others by listening and waiting for their turn to speak.




What Were You Thinking?


Book Description

Third-grader Braden loves to be the center of attention. His comic genius, as he sees it, causes his friends to look at him in awe. But some poor decisions, like ill-timed jokes, forces the adults in Braden's life to teach him about impulse control.




LarryBoy and the Prideosaurus


Book Description

In LarryBoy and the Prideosaurus you'll laugh while you learn a lesson about being prideful with Bob and Larry and all your VeggieTales friends.




Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Samson's Hairbrush


Book Description

"Does the Lost Hairbrush of Samson, the strongest man who ever lived, have secret powers? Professor Rattan thinks it does, and he wants to find it! It's time for Minnesota Cuke to learn a lesson in dealing with bullies as he races across the globe to discover the true source of Samson's strength."--Back cover




Rack, Shack, and Benny


Book Description

"The retelling of the Bible story of Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego offers a great reminder on how to resist peer presssure and stand up for what you believe." --Back cover.




LarryBoy in the Attack of Outback Jack / VeggieTales


Book Description

The Australian supervillain, Outback Jack, and his sidekick, Jackie, are in search of buried treasure in Bumblyburg. No veggie will stand in their way! LarryBoy has to rely on retired superhero, Pruneman, to help him. But before they can capture Outback Jack, they must first battle the Hilaria-Mosquito, which stings victims with a green gag gas that keeps them telling jokes...for hours! Will LarryBoy respect the wisdom that Pruneman has to offer? Or will the Hilaria-Mosquito make him the next super-comic? Find out in this “hilarious” LarryBoy adventure that teaches kids about respecting their elders!Sunday morning values, Saturday morning fun. Now that’s the Big Idea!Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.