nancy beck grant 2011

Helps students understand the importance of tolerance toward those with different opinions, perspectives, and beliefs.

A youngster plans a huge, spectacular party, inviting friends whose names begin with every letter from A to Z--except for one person.

A story about all too tall, too small, too skinny, too fat, too smart and too silly girls who deserve to see, really see, and love themselves.

When Anh becomes angry and says hurtful things, his grandfather tells him to go to his room and sit with his anger, which allows Anh to feel better. Based on teachings about mindfulness and Buddhism by Thich Nhat Hanh.

After reluctantly talking with her parents about their upcoming divorce, a young girl discovers that there will be some big changes but that their love for her will remain the same. Includes an afterword for parents on helping children through such a change.

Presents a collection of letters from young people who share their concerns and problems about a number of topics including stepparents, divorce, abuse, siblings, and privacy.

Uses an advice-column format to define courage as a character value and demonstrate how it can be used in daily situations.

Relates basic rules for maintaining good health--adequate diet, cleanliness, exercise, rest, and regular checkups.

Describes what trustworthiness is, examines its importance, and provides guidance on making good decisions.

Two years after her parents' divorce, almost-nine-year-old Ginny Morris is still frustrated by trying to keep track of clothing and homework as she moves from one house to another each Sunday, but is learning to tell her parents when things bother her.