Sue Graves

This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to what honesty is, and help them understand the importance of owning up to your mistakes. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children fully understand how their behaviour can impact on others. Hippo is having a bad day. It all started when he missed his breakfast. He can't concentrate in class and his tummy won't stop rumbling....

Monkey is so excited about a go-kart race that he doesn't listen to any of the instructions. He doesn't stop to check his kart and he nearly ruins the race for all the animals. Can Monkey learn to listen and pay attention or will the race be abandoned for good? This series introduces children to different emotions and behaviour. A fun story featuring fantastic characters is backed up by suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together....

Its normal to feel worried sometimes, but its good to recognize when our worries keep us from enjoying fun experiences. Readers discover this valuable life lesson as they learn along with Lion, whose worries nearly ruin his field trip to an amusement park. Age-appropriate text allows young readers to learn for themselves how to deal with feeling worried in a healthy way. Questions are also included to help readers relate the content of Lions story...

"It's hard for children to accept not getting their way. Sam hates when his brother cries or his dad is too busy to play. When he loses his place in 'Musical Chairs,' Sam cries, 'I hate everything!' With the help of his aunt, Sam learns new ways to deal with his anger and feel better."--Provided by publisher.

Lucy is afraid of dogs, Josh doesn't like to go in the pool, Dan doesn't want the nurse to touch his bruised knee, and Ben is afraid to go on stage in front of people. Follow along as these friends learn that when something scares them, they can take a deep breath and feel brave enough to get through their ordeals. Includes discussion questions and ideas for guiding children to talk about their feelings.

"Daisy's family is moving, and Daisy is very worried. What if she doesn't like her new home? What if her cat runs away? What if her new teacher isn't nice? A conversation with her grandpa helps Daisy learn that many worries don't come true--and if one does, someone will be there to help her solve the problem."--Provided by publisher.

Giraffe refuses to welcome new student Leopard to school and learns what it feels like to be left out when Leopard refuses to invite him to his birthday party. They later learn the importance of working together when their teacher makes them work as partners to make a model boat.

Bright Sparks First Readers help beginner readers to enjoy their favourite fairy tales. Sharing the main story and the delightful pictures with your child will develop familiarity with the words and phrases. Your child can listen to the story on the accompanying CD, and then read along with the long or the short version of the story.

Bella always needs to win - no matter what. At summer Fun Club, she gets mad whenever someone beats her in a game. When she struggles during a tent-making competition, Bella would rather give up than keep trying. Can she learn to do her best and feel good about it, even if she's not the winner? With the help of the club leader, Bella discovers that she can make a tent, even if it's not the best tent - and that being a good sport feels much better...