Best Selling Books by Elizabeth Verdick

Kids learn how to build the four Constructive Use of Time Assets: Creative Activities, Child Programs, Religious Community, and Time at Home. Stories, tips, and ideas promote healthy, constructive, relationship-strengthening interests and activities.

Who has the most power to stop and prevent bullying? Teachers? Parents? The Principal of the Universe? No, no, and no way! When it comes to changing bullying behavior, nobody has more power than upstanders--all the people who see bullying or know it’s happening...and decide to do something about it. How strong are upstanders? Stronger than a snarling seventh grader. More powerful than a petty put-down. Able to delete Internet rumors with a single click. When BYstanders choose to act as UPstanders, they are real superheroes!

Kids learn how to build the four Constructive Use of Time Assets: Creative Activities, Child Programs, Religious Community, and Time at Home. Stories, tips, and ideas promote healthy, constructive, relationship-strengthening interests and activities.

In the hollow of a tree, higher than the eye can see...nine wood ducks hatch, one by one. "That''s good!" says Mama. "We''re almost done." One last egg is very still...Finally, the smallest egg hatches. Then it''s time for all the wood ducks to make the BIG jump from the tree-where their mother made her nest-to the water below. Ducklings One through Nine make the leap. But Duckling Ten isn''t so sure...

Sneezes, coughs, runny noses, spills, and messes are facts of everyday life with children. And that''s why it''s never too soon to teach little ones about germs and ways to stay clean and healthy. This book is a short course for kids on what germs are, what they do, and why it''s so important to cover them up, block them from spreading, and wash them down the drain. Simple words complement warm, inviting, full-color illustrations that show real-life situations kids can relate to. A special section for adults includes ideas for discussion and activities.

This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get ''''''''stuck'''''''' on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping or pacing (''''''''stims''''''''). The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders covers all of these areas, with an emphasis on helping children gain new self - understanding and self - acceptance. Meant to be read with a parent, the book addresses questions (''''''''What''s an ASD?'''''''' ''''''''Why me?'''''''') and provides strategies for communicating, making and keeping friends, and succeeding in school. Body and brain basics highlight symptom management, exercise, diet, hygiene, relaxation, sleep, and toileting. Emphasis is placed on helping kids handle intense emotions and behaviors and get support from family and their team of helpers when needed. The book includes stories from real kids, fact boxes, helpful checklists, resources, and a glossary. Sections for parents offer more detailed information.

English-Spanish edition helps young children develop strategies to make waiting less frustrating and learn that patience is important. Children are often waiting—for the school bus, their turn on the slide, or their birthday—and waiting can be frustrating! But learning to be patient and developing self-control will equip children with tools for success in school and in social settings. With vivid illustrations and simple strategies, this reassuring English-Spanish bilingual book helps children learn to delay gratification and make waiting more fun without relying on electronics. With her trademark mix of empathy and encouragement, author Elizabeth Verdick provides activities and ideas for children—like observing the world around them, inventing new games, and anticipating what’s to come—that can be adapted for any situation. In this addition to the best-selling Best Behavior® series, children will learn how to avoid boredom and replace whining words with waiting words: “This will be worth the wait!” Best Behavior® Series Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages 1–4 and an expanded paperback for ages 4–7. Bilingual board book and paperback editions of select titles also are available. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents.

New English-Spanish bilingual edition gives young children strategies to ease anxieties and worries and feel better again. Everyone feels worried or anxious at times, and young children are no exception. Friendly and supportive, this bilingual English-Spanish book explains what worries are and how it feels to be worried, assuring children that lots of kids—and grown-ups too—feel worried. Children learn that there are many ways to help their worries go away: “Guess what? You are bigger than your worries. You can learn to make your worries smaller and smaller and smaller.” Talking about worries, moving around, keeping hands busy, breathing deeply, getting a big hug, and thinking good thoughts are all ways for children to cope with worries. A special section for adults in both languages offers activities and discussion starters for home, school, and child care. Best Behavior® Bilingual Series The Best Behavior® bilingual series uses simple words in English and Spanish and delightful full-color illustrations to guide children to choose peaceful, positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages baby to preschool and a longer, more in-depth paperback for ages four to seven. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips and ideas for parents and caregivers.

Les mots servent à communiquer différentes choses: à exprimer ses sentiments, à remercier, à dialoguer, à s''excuser, à s''amuser, etc. Or, ils ne devraient en aucun cas servir à blesser les autres. On doit rester maître de ses mots et réfléchir avant de parler, sans oublier de s''excuser le cas échéant. [SDM].

Children learn boundaries and safety when using screens, and fun things to do when screens are off. As important as screens are in our lives, we all need to unplug, especially children. This reassuring English-Spanish bilingual picture book offers children and families a starting point for limiting screen time and making the most of the time you have with your screens and without. While screens are needed for learning and can be helpful and fun, they are not intended for use all the time. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends consistent limits on screen time for children, and adults should take steps to ensure online safety for kids. With straightforward suggestions, children will learn valuable information about online safety, setting healthy screen-time boundaries, and the importance of screen-free time. With her trademark mix of empathy and encouragement, author Elizabeth Verdick offers appealing and healthy alternatives to using screens, as well as ways to stay safe and happy when online. Illustrator Marieka Heinlen’s active and vibrant illustrations of young children interacting with their caregivers and families bring the activities and suggestions for screen-free fun to life. A section for adults at the end of the book in both English and Spanish includes information on the effects of too much screen time and suggestions for establishing screen-time boundaries. Best Behavior series Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages 1–4 and an expanded paperback for ages 4–7. Bilingual board book and paperback editions of all titles also are available. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents.

"This book uses energetic body and word play to channel young children''s energy and encourage them to get moving. Toddlers learn best through movement, and they need lots of physical activity every day. Use the ideas for a fun break, at transition times, or anytime."--

Outdoor time is fresh-air fun time, with a wealth of opportunities for movement, creative play, and discovery. Join a group of toddlers as they dress for outdoors; find balls, pails, binoculars, and treasures; and head outside to shout, run, play, and explore. Through a fall day that brings a sprinkling of raindrops and ends with a few early snowflakes, the children examine and collect outdoor treasures until it''s time to head inside again. An English-Spanish bilingual board book, Outdoor Time/¡Al aire libre! depicts and celebrates the steps for preparing to go outside, enjoying nature and the open air, and then making the transition back indoors. "Outdoor time is almost done, everyone!" "Goodbye, outdoor treasures. We had fun!" Toddler Tools(R) series Daily transitions and routines can be a struggle for any toddler, as well as parents and caregivers. These award-winning, positive books can help ease the many challenging "times" that are a part of every toddler''s day. Share them before (or during) the desired "time," or whenever toddlers need encouragement with routines. Titles are also available in English-Spanish bilingual editions.

This 8-book bilingual set helps to guide kids to learn good behaviors. The award-winning books include relatable stories for young kids and helpful tips for parents. Help kids learn about germs, loud voices, coping with worries, and more!

Empower children to build habits and skills to deal with worry in healthy ways Everyone worries sometimes, no matter how old, how smart, or how strong. And everyone can benefit from learning how to manage their worried feelings and thoughts and feel better. Part of the Little Laugh & Learn® series, Hi, Worry. Bye, Worry! offers children simple yet effective tools to cope with and work through worry, beginning with acknowledging worry and inviting it in—for a little while. This book offers children a range of healthy, empowering worry-taming strategies: Get exercise and move their bodies. Take deep belly breaths. Make art and be creative. Talk to people they trust. Seek quiet time when they need it. Worries come, and worries go. No matter how big or small children’s worries are, this book is an empathetic resource with a lighthearted tone and humorous illustrations. Little Laugh & Learn® series Self-help, kid-style! Kids ages six to nine can tote these handy guides anywhere and boost their skills. With practical advice, silly jokes, fun illustrations, and a kid-centric point of view, these books are the go-to for help with everything, from triumphing over teasing to learning to be a fantastic friend to becoming a self-confidence superstar, and more!

Guide toddlers through daily routines--from mealtime to bedtime and everything in between--with the ultimate collection of 14 English-Spanish bilingual board books. Whether it''s getting ready for bed, saying goodbye at childcare, calming down after a tantrum, cleaning up, or practicing good manners, each book is filled with cheerful illustrations and warm, rhythmic text to help toddlers navigate the transitions of daily schedules. Each book also includes helpful tips in English and Spanish for parents and caregivers to make transitions smoother and more enjoyable for everyone.

Germs Are Not for Sharing/Los gérmenes no son para compartir paperback (ages 4–7): Sneezes, coughs, runny noses, spills, and messes are facts of everyday life with young children. This book teaches kids what germs are, what they do, and why it’s so important to cover them up, block them from spreading, and wash them down the drain. Includes tips for parents and caregivers. A section for adults reinforces the book’s message that crying is a natural, normal response to strong feelings and includes tips and activities in both English and Spanish to help children express and handle their feelings. Best Behavior series Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages 1–4 and an expanded paperback for ages 4–7. Bilingual board book and paperback editions of all titles also are available. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents.

Teach kids that teasing animals isn’t nice, they can choose to be kind to animals, and it’s important to ask before touching someone’s pet. Pets may not have words, but they can communicate. Paying attention to an animal’s cues—a joyful bark, a scary growl, a swishing tail—can help a child understand what the animal is “saying” and what an appropriate response might be. That’s part of what this English-Spanish bilingual picture book is about. But mostly it’s about showing children how to love pets gently—because pets are for loving, after all. Kids learn that teasing isn’t nice, that they can choose to be kind to animals, and that if you want to touch someone else’s pet, there’s one important rule you should know: Ask the owner first! A special section for adults includes ideas for teaching children kindness to animals, activities, and discussion starters in both English and Spanish. Best Behavior series Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages 1–4 and an expanded paperback for ages 4–7. Bilingual board book and paperback editions of all titles also are available. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents.

Discusses the purpose of naptime and instructs young readers in what to do at this time.

"This board book explains to toddlers and preschoolers why they should not pick their noses, and helps to guide them toward healthier habits like using a tissue and washing their hands. Includes tips for parents and caregivers for early childhood hygiene"--

"Bilingual English-Spanish book for children about getting dropped off at childcare or being cared for by a baby-sitter. It teaches transition rituals and self-soothing techniques to help children avoid and manage separation anxiety when saying good-bye. Includes tips for parents and caregivers"--

Nurture Positive Behaviors with the Best Behavior® Series The toddler years are full of growth, smiles, and sweetness - but also hitting, kicking, tantrums, yelling, and nose-picking. This six-book board book set is thoughtfully crafted for children aged 1-4, helping them navigate their actions and emotions with simple words, lively full-color illustrations, and positive messages. Perfect for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators, every book includes helpful tips and ideas in the back to make learning about good behavior fun and engaging. Books included in the boxed set: Hands Are Not for Hitting: It''s never too early to learn about the many good things hands can do. Simple words and charming pictures invite even the youngest children to use their hands for fun and caring actions and to understand that hitting is never okay. Feet Are Not for Kicking: Help your little ones understand that feet are meant for fun activities like walking, running, and kicking balls or leaves --not people. In simple words and colorful pictures, this book helps children learn to use their feet for fun, not hurt others. Noses Are Not for Picking: A gentle, humorous guide to help toddlers break the nose-picking habit and develop healthier hygiene practices. Kids learn the importance of using tissues and washing hands in a fun and memorable way. Voices Are Not for Yelling: Toddlers are still learning to express their feelings. This book teaches them why it''s better to use their "indoor voice" and how to calm down and ask for help so they can get what they need. Waiting Is Not Forever: Toddlers can learn patience with simple strategies to make waiting easier. This book offers creative ideas to keep little ones engaged while they wait, promoting self-control and delayed gratification. Words Are Not for Hurting: Children are known for speaking their minds. With gentle guidance, this book helps them choose helpful words and say two very important words--"I''m sorry"--when hurtful words come out before they can stop them. The Best Behavior® Series is an invaluable addition to any child''s library, helping to foster a lifetime of positive behavior and emotional growth. Why Parents, Educators, and Caregivers Love the Best Behavior® Series: These books are a trusted resource for teaching children about empathy, kindness, and healthy habits. With their engaging stories and vibrant illustrations, they make learning about good behavior a positive and enjoyable experience for both children and adults. Features: Durable Board Book Format: Perfect for little hands and built to withstand the rigors of toddler life. Bilingual Editions Available: English-Spanish editions offer accessible learning for bilingual families. Parent and Caregiver Tips: Each book includes helpful tips and ideas to support your child''s learning and growth.

A humorous take on cliques, exclusion, and real friends. Clique: It''s a word that''s spelled funny and sounds funny, and (like a vampire) can be a pain in the neck. People in cliques run together, making them seem more intimidating, cooler, and popular. PSSST! But we know that''s not the case. The best defense, though, against cliques is forming a good friend squad that lets other friendly and respectful kids in. True friends don''t make others feel left out, but for many kids, navigating social groups is tricky (because it''s cliquey), and they end up feeling excluded. This book uses humor, fun cartoons, and kid-friendly language to explain what cliques are, why being phony is baloney, why true friends don''t exclude others online or in real life, what''s more important than popularity, and how to navigate it all. But that''s not it. Kids will laugh out loud at the following: Clique myth busters Weird things about cliques And do''s and don''ts to obtain true friends Now translated into Spanish, this book addresses online socializing and social media for the modern, tech-savvy kids glued to their devices. The back of the book includes even more resources for kids and teens to survive cliques and advice on making friends. The Free Spirit Laugh & Learn® Series Realistic topics, practical advice, silly jokes, fun illustrations, and a kid-centric point of view all add up to one of the most popular series young people turn to for help with school, families, siblings, and more. Kids ages 8 to 13 can tote these pocket-size guides anywhere and learn to slash stress, give cliques and rude people the boot, get organized, behave becomingly, and, in general, hugely boost their coping skills.

This friendly, encouraging bilingual English-Spanish book introduces and reinforces where and when to use an "indoor voice" or an "outdoor voice." Vivid illustrations teach children the times and places for an indoor voice, the ways people ask us to quiet our voices, and how to use our words to talk about a problem. Includes a section for parents and caregivers in both languages.

"This book for preschool and primary children explains what worries are and how it feels to be worried. It assures children that everyone--even grown-ups--feel worried, and that they can learn to cope. Strategies include talking about worries, breathing deeply, and thinking good thoughts. Includes a section for adults"--

"This bilingual (English/Spanish) board book helps toddlers learn to manage temper tantrums. Offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Includes tips for parents and caregivers"--

"Bilingual English-Spanish book for children about getting dropped off at childcare or being cared for by a baby-sitter. It teaches transition rituals and self-soothing techniques to help children avoid and manage separation anxiety when saying good-bye. Includes tips for parents and caregivers"--

This six-book set from the Toddler Tools(R) series supports toddlers through daily transitions--like naptime, saying goodbye at child care, and calming down after a tantrum. Each title features cheerful, full-color illustrations, warm, rhythmic text, and tips for adults to make routines easier and more consistent.