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Yoga Pretzels: 50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids & Grownups
Bibliography: Guber, Tara & Kalish, Leah.
Summary: “Yoga Pretzels is a fantastic way to spend quality time with my kids. I’d highly recommend it to anyone with children”
~ Catherine Zeta-Jones
Related Activity: Situation Section – ABT Stress Busters
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My Daddy is a Pretzel
Bibliography: Baptiste, Baron (2004).
Summary: While other children’s parents are veterinarians, gardeners, and builders, one father is able to become a dog, a tree, and a bridge using various yoga poses.
Related Activity: You Section – Your Personal Coach
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Emily’s Tiger
Bibliography: Latimer, Miriam, (2008)
Summary: Emily always lets her inner tiger roar when things do not go her way until her grandmother shows her how to turn her angry tiger into a happy one.
Related Activity: You Section – Which Mood Do You Choose?
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You and Me
Bibliography: Blackstone, Stella
Summary: With bright colors, playful images and two ever-changing characters, You and Me presents all kinds of opposites and contrasts to consider and explore.
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The Parrot Tico Tango
Bibliography: Witte, Anna
Summary: Come to the rainforest and meet Tico Tango. He always wants what the others have, so he can’t resist stealing fruit from his friends. But he learns his lesson when he takes on more than he can carry.
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The Tear Thief
Bibliography: Duffy, Carol Ann, (2007).
Summary: In the evening, between supper and bedtime, an invisible fairy slips into homes and steals tears of shame, fear, pain, and sadness, then climbs to the moon where she transforms the sackful of droplets into something wonderful.
Related Activity: You Section – Link-it To Literature
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Shrinking Sam
Bibliography: Latimer, Miriam, (2007).
Summary: When no one pays attention to him at home or school, Sam feels himself shrinking away to nothing, but a little advice from a small friend and some affection from his family soon restore him to his normal height.
Related Activity: Introduction
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Ruby’s School Walk
Bibliography: White, Kathryn
Summary: Ruby’s morning walk is far from ordinary. With a tiger on the prowl and mighty beasts that lurk, getting to school seems impossible. This story offers young school-goers simple and effective guidance on facing and mastering their fears.
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The Boy Who Grew Flowers
Bibliography: Wojtowicz, Jen
Summary: “This is a wonderful story that teaches about accepting differences – and even celebrating them” ~Library Media Connection
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Someone I Like
Bibliography: Nicholls, Judith
Summary: Poems About People
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I Am an Artist
Collins, Pat Lowery (1992).
Related Activity: Introduction – You Section – See the Star You Are
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For Every Child, The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in words and pictures.
Bibliography: UNICEF, Published by: Phyllis Fogelman Books, NY
Summary: Fourteen of the most pertinent rights adopted by the United Nations in 1989, have been carefully chosen and retold in a simple, evocative text that can be understood by every child.
Related Activity: Introduction – You Section – See the Star You Are
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Mrs. Spitzer’s Garden
Bibliography: Pattou, Edith (2001).
Summary: Mrs. Spitzer is a wise teacher who knows many things. She knows about gardens. She knows about children. She knows how similar they are. And how they will flourish if tended lovingly.
Related Activity: Introduction – Teachers Resource
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Howard B. Wigglebottom Listens to His Heart
Bibliography: Binkow, Howard, (2008).
Summary: “I keep trying and trying, and I’m not good at anything. There must be something wrong with me.” ~ Howard B. Wigglebottom
Related Activity: You Section
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A Big Mistake
Bibliography: Rinder, Lenore (1994).
Summary: With her very first stroke, a young artist’s brush leaks a blob. This apparent setback becomes the start of a wonderful adventure as she experiments with her mistake and creatively transforms it into a beautiful and complex work of art.
Related Activity: You Section
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Incredible You, 10 Ways to Let Your Greatness Shine Through
Bibliography: Dyer, Wayne Dr., Tracy, Kristina (2005).
Summary: Wayne believes it is never too early for children to know that they are unique and powerful beings, and they have everything they need within themselves to create happy, successful lives.
Related Activity: You Section – Personal Coach – SUCCES – Inside Out
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Sit Still
Bibliography: Carlson, Nancy (1996).
Summary: At school, at home, on the bus, or in a restaurant – no matter how hard he tries, Patrick just can’t sit still. So what’s a kid with a lot of energy supposed to do? His teacher and the doctor may not have the answer, but Patrick’s mom has several ideas…
Related Activity: You Section
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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Bibliography: Viorst, Judith (1972).
Summary: Alexander knew it was going to be a terrible day when he woke up with gum in his hair, and it got worse… His best friend deserted him. There was no dessert in his lunch bag. And on top of all that, there were lima beans for dinner and kissing on TV!
Related Activity: You Section – Link-it to Literature
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Hooray for You! A Celebration of “You-ness”.
Bibliography: Richmond, Marianne (2001).
Summary: Featuring playful verse and illustrations, Hooray for You! Takes readers on a head-to-toetip journey, honoring the remarkable individuality bestowed on us all.
Related Activity: You Section – Red Carpet Celebrations
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Screamy Mimi
Bibliography: Kraus, Robert, (1987).
Summary: Mimi’s screaming drives her family crazy until she learns to use her voice in another way.
Related Activity: You Section – Personal Coach – See the Star You Are
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Shake My Sillies Out
Bibliography: Raffi, (1987).
Summary: This Song To Read® is a natural bridge between singing and reading. Once children know a song, they find it’s fun and easy to follow it in pictures and words.
Related Activity: Situations Section
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Bootsie Barker Bites
Bibliography: Bottner, Barbara, (1992).
Summary: Bootsie Barker only wants to play games in which she bites, until one day her friend comes up with a better game.
Related Activity: Others Section
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Mortimer
Bibliography: Munsch, Robert, (1985).
Summary: Mortimer creates havoc when he won’t be quiet and go to sleep.
Related Activity: You Section – Which Mood do You Choose?
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The Kissing Hand
Bibliography: Penn, Audrey, (1993).
Summary: When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.
Related Activity: Situations Section
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A Special Kind of Love
Bibliography: King, Michael, (1995).
Summary: Using his love for boxes, a father learns to communicate his love for his son.
Related Activity: Others Section
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An Extraordinary Egg
Bibliography: Lionni, Leo (1994).
Summary: A frog named Jessica makes a discovery one day which develops into a special friendship. Follow along on her silly adventure with her “chicken”.
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Regina’s Big Mistake
Bibliography: Moss, Marissa, (1990).
Summary: When told to draw a jungle in art class, Regina experiences feelings of failure and creative insecurity, but manages to create a beautiful picture that’s all her own.
Related Activity: You Section
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A Book of Hugs
Bibliography: Ross, Dave, (1980, 1999).
Summary: Describes a variety of hugs, including people hugs, blanket hugs, and birthday hugs, and presents facts and hints about hugs.
Related Activity: Others Section
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Charlie the Caterpillar
Bibliography: De Luise, Dom (1990).
Summary: A caterpillar is rejected by various groups of animals, until he achieves his beautiful wings and is able to befriend a similarly unhappy caterpillar.
Related Activity: Others Section
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The Giving Tree
Bibliography: Silverstein, Shel, (1964).
Summary: “Once there was a tree…and she loved a little boy.” So begins a story of unforgettable perception. A moving parable for readers of all ages that offers an affecting interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another’s capacity to love in return.
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Love You Forever
Bibliography: Munsch, Robert, (1986).
Summary: This is a story of how a little boy goes through the stages of childhood and becomes a man. It is also about the enduring nature of parents’ love and how it crosses generations.
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Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Bibliography: Waber, Bernard, (1965).
Summary: This is a story about Lyle, the crocodile who lives in the city, but is now wanted by his neighbor. See how Lyle’s life is changed after on heroic act.
Related Activity: Situations Section
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The Crayon Box that Talked
Bibliography: DeRolf, Shane, (1996, 1997).
Summary: Although they are many different colors, the crayons in a box discover that when they get together they can appreciate each other and make a complete picture.
Related Activity: Others Section
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Whobody There?
Bibliography: Morse, Charles and Morse, Ann, (1977).
Summary: …together an adult and a child can go and grow in their own ways. Let the illustrations tell as many stories as they can. The pictures should go and grow in their own ways, too.
Related Activity: Others Section
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Leo the Late Bloomer
Bibliography: Kraus, Robert, (1971).
Summary: Leo, a young tiger, finally blooms under the anxious eyes of his parents.
Related Activity: You Section
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Quick as a Cricket
Bibliography: Wood, Audrey, (1982)
Summary: …a joyful celebration of selfawareness
Related Activity: You Section
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I Love You Rituals
Bibliography: Bailey, Becky, PhD, (1996).
Summary: Activities to build bonds and strengthen relationships with children.
Related Activity: Others Section – Link-it to Literature
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Bear Hugs
Bibliography: Claycomb, Patty & Bittinger, Gayle (1998).
Summary: Simple solutions for fostering positive behavior.
Related activity: Teachers Resource
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The Five Love Languages of Children
Bibliography: Chapman, Gary & Campbell, Ross, M.D., (1998).
Summary: A workbook to guide parents through the four basic principals to helping children grow up loved and knowing they are loved. It is designed so they will feel secure in who they are and why they are that the temptations of this world have little effect or control.
Related Activity: Teachers Resource
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Keep Safety Roo – Teen, Choices
Bibliography: Harman, Mar, (Alexa Valland)
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Keep Safety Roo – Teen, Tell the Truth
Bibliography: Harman, Mar, (Gioia Harman/Kimmie Weaver)
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Keep Safety Roo – Teen, Body, Heart & Mind
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Keep Safety Roo – Teen, We Can Change Things
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Safety Songs – Mar. in the Roo World, Please Use Words
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Back in the Roo World with the Hip Hop Mob, Say I Can
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Back in the Roo World with the Hip Hop Mob, Co-Op-Er-Ate
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Back in the Roo World with the Hip Hop Mob, Respect & Pride
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Back in the Roo World with the Hip Hop Mob, HA-P-P-Y
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Back in the Roo World with the Hip Hop Mob, I Said “No!”
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Today’s Children, Tomorrow’s Future, Responsibility
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Today’s Children, Tomorrow’s Future, If Your Happy (Bluesy Version)
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Today’s Children, Tomorrow’s Future, S-H-A-R-E
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Today’s Children, Tomorrow’s Future, Because We’re Friends
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Today’s Children, Tomorrow’s Future, Find the Gift
Bibliography: Harman, Mar
Summary: “. . . important topics to teach our children as well as discuss with them. Sometimes, we find these topics difficult. I hope these songs will help you.” ~ Mar Harman
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Note: Items marked with an “*” are available through ABT In Action, LLC

Book packages are available. Contact info@abtinaction.com