parent-child relationship

"Ernesto has waited his whole life to become . . . old enough to walk the six blocks to school without his parents. Every morning, his mom hands him a shiny new quarter and reminds him they're for emergencies. If Ernesto needs her, she's only a pay phone call away. But each day reveals a tempting new treat to enjoy with his friends: crisp packs of baseball cards, arcade games, hot tamales, and fresh juices! Ernesto has the coins jingling in his pocket, so how will he choose to spend them?"--Provided by publisher.

"… builds confidence and security in children by filling them with love, offering grace, and inviting them to find their own way to become who God created them to be"--Back cover.

Celebrates the many different ways that families show their love for one another.

Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text remind a child that, no matter what mood or behavior he or she exhibits, love and support will be constant.

When Pascaline, a little bat, screams "Never, not ever!" in response to going to school, something extraordinary happens, which changes her mind.

Text and illustrations celebrate happiness and the bond between parent and child.

A celebration of unconditional love between parents and their children.

Amelia Bedelia's request for a sibling takes her parents by surprise, but she is soon distracted by the possibility of finding the perfect puppy, instead.

Small, shy Matt Baker, who has been marginalized because of a speech disorder, and big, bold, and brash Ben Roberson become unlikely practice partners as their baseball team navigates the rapidly approaching end of their season.

Two seventh graders, Drew and Mia, spend their summer in Half Moon Bay, California, training for a half-marathon, and supporting each other as their families struggle with medical and financial problems.