helping behavior

As Sal builds his boat, he is certain no one understands his vision, but when he cannot get his craft afloat he is dejected--thankfully the friends and family he has been ignoring are still there, ready to help him launch his creation and celebrate his achievement.

Myra encourages her best friend, Myra, to try out for the lacrosse team, and although she is not really good at sports, Gabi allows herself to be persuaded; but when she struggles in a game Myra gets mad at her, and blames her for the loss--and the two friends realize they have to work at being not just friends, but true teammates.

"Meet Hattie Harmony, Worry Detective. She's always there to help her friends when they need her. And the first day of school can cause a lot of jitters--from speaking in front of the class to taking the bus. Hattie always finds the perfect tools to calm her friends' bodies and minds. But when her own fears start to bubble up, can Hattie learn to overcome them herself?"--Provided by publisher.

Camila the chicken, Mr. Martinez the fox, Felipe the mouse, Rodolfo the cat, Matilde the pig, Mrs. Paquita the owl, Pepe the ogre, and Matilde the inventor, all live in the same on the same street, but nobody talks to anybody else, until one day Mrs. Paquita's internet connection goes out, and Matilde (surprised to find out someone actually lives next door) fixes the problem--and so starts a chain reaction that finally turns this collection of individuals into a true neighborhood.

"A boy and his pet dragon find joy in being helpful to others by walking the dog, raking leaves, and washing the dishes. An adapted, early emergent reader that includes a picture glossary, common sight words list, activities, and a note to caregivers"--Provided by publisher.

"Zoe needs help! It's difficult for her to tie her shoes, get her breakfast, and other morning tasks--so she asks her father for help"--Provided by publisher.

"When wind knocks down the decorations for the neighborhood fall festival, Daniel and his friends try to fix the decorations in time."--OCLC.

"Jan is angry at everyone. Her mom and sister suffer the most. In a fit of rage, Jan stomps off to her room. When she wakes up, she's home, but it's not real. Everything is hard and cold and gray. The people look different. They are square, short. And they are dying. They need her help. Only a human can cure them. Jan wants no part of it. But the machine that brought her there is broken. She has no choice. Jan learns that helping others will also help her overcome her own pain"--Saddleback Educational Publishers.

A neighborhood comes together to help a kitten without a home.

"Sir Ladybug--the duke of the dandelion patch, champion of truth and justice--is on a new quest! With his herald, Pell, and his trusty squire, Sterling, he will have to be extra-clever to outwit the mean Queen Bee"--Back cover.