responsibility

Simple text and color photographs describe how to be responsible, not a bully. Includes a glossary and further resources.

"Bison is having fun bouncing on the bed. Then Aardvark and Chipmunk join in the fun. Along comes Beetle, who wants to bounce, too. But uh-oh! There are too many friends on the bed, and now it's broken!"--Dust jacket flap.

An adventure in Ellie's attic reveals to Keisha her responsibility when she sees kids in her class cheat on a math test.

Explores the character trait of responsibility with radio show host Dr. Mike and his co-host Anika Noni Rose, features conversations about responsibility with young people from around the U.S., and includes documentary profiles of teens who demonstrate the power of good character in the world.

Estrella is a filly, daughter of the lead mare, one of a shipment of horses bound for the new world, but when the ship is becalmed and the horses are dropped overboard to lighten the load, Estrella finds that it is up to her to lead the herd to land and safety.

Discusses how to practice responsibility through simple acts such as keeping your good clothes clean, keeping your dog in your own yard, helping younger children cross the street safely, and wearing a helmet when riding a bike. Includes book and Internet resources for more information.

Uses a humorous approach to provide helpful advice for a wide variety of situations kids may encounter in life and school. Topics include bad report cards, nosy siblings, being new in school and insect attacks. Includes useful comebacks and handy excuses.

"It's Ted's birthday and everyone's forgotten the important date! How do the friends save the day and come up with the perfect gift? It's a surprise you'll have to discover."--Publisher.

Thirteen-year-old Amelie Day loves to bake, so she is thrilled to be invited to compete in the 'Best Teen Baker of the Year' contest, and she is determined not to let her steadily worsening cystic fibrosis get in the way, even if it means lying to her parents, and catching a train to New York on her own--but when her friend is hit by a van trying to follow her, she is devastated.

"For this year's Pay It Forward Day, George and his friends volunteer to help serve dinner to homeless families. But when George finds out that his favorite movie star will be in town on the same day, he's torn. Should he keep his promise to the shelter, or miss the chance to meet his action star hero? On top of everything, George suspects that his nemesis, Louie, has been reading his private journal. Can George figure out a plan, get back at Louie, and avoid the burp all in one day?"--Publisher.