Synopses & Reviews
It's the first day of kindergarten, and Henry is raring to go. First he gets dressed and eats a good breakfast. Then he and mom are off to school. Henry knows he's going to have a busy day: there will be stories to hear, letters and numbers to learn, songs to sing, and friends to make. But when Henry gets to school, it looks scary and for a moment he's not sure he's ready for kindergarten. What Henry soon discovers, though, is that he's been ready all along, and that the only thing he's not ready for is how much fun kindergarten is going to be! Nancy Carlson is well known for books that explore the challenges of growing up-and Look Out Kindergarten, Here I Come! is the perfect book to help children feel good about themselves and ready to take on kindergarten with confidence.
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Carlsons characteristic paintings are filled with bright colors and homey details...(School Library Journal)
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"Carlson's story is perfect for parents to share with their children or for preschool story hour, and the endearing Henry will offer reassurance to even the most hesitant of prekindergartners." -
Booklist Review
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[T]his encouraging book will help to calm those first-day-of-school jitters.
-BooklistReview
-Carlson+s familiar characters provide a sweetly thought-provoking Valentine interlude for the early-elementary set.+ -
Kirkus ReviewsReview
Hits just the right note. . . . CarlsonÆs style works well to address fear without inspiring it. (
School Library Journal)
Bouncy, colorful illustrations are simple and strong. . . . This will be a title that can be used for discussion with young children about their fears. (Kirkus Reviews)
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What's better than a smile? A great big hug, of course! Hugs are for helping someone feel happy all day, or making a scraped knee feel better, or saying hello to an old friend. Whether it's a Good Morning Hug or a Have a Great Day Hug, it is sure to make you feel good all over!
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Nancy Carlson's cheerful pig is back in this vibrant ABC companion book to the best-selling I Like Me!--and she's brought along a few friends to join her. The letters of the alphabet are illustrated with brightly-colored, action-packed pictures and are accompanied by read-along text. Introduce children to the alphabet and reinforce positive self-esteem with the lovable characters of ABC I Like Me!.
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There's a lot to be scared of, that's for sure. There's the mean-looking dog next door and booming thunderstorms; there are spooky shadows in the corner of your room, and people who look different from you. All of this scary stuff can make you want to hide under your covers and never come out again. But hiding won't solve anything, and besides, maybe that dog only looks mean. This warm and reassuring book offers young readers the encouragement they need to face their fears and look forward to all the great experiences awaiting them.
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On the first day of kindergarten in September, Ms. Bradley says, Each day of school I will add a jelly bean to this jar. When there are 100 jelly beans well have a party to celebrate 100 days of kindergarten. What will Henry and his classmates do until the big day? In October, they share special things at show and tell. In November, they remember what they are thankful for. December brings a day to play in the snow, and in January, Henry discovers a favorite library book. Before they know it, the 100th day arrives! Now how will they celebrate?
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Henry?s finally old enough to get an allowance, and he can?t wait to spend it every week on giant jawbreakers, a huge pencil, and other silly things. But when Henry finds something he really wants, he discovers that saving money can be more difficult? and more rewarding?than he ever imagined.
With candy-bright artwork, a popular main character, and a story that every child will relate to, Nancy Carlson?s new book makes perfect ?cents? for young readers!
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When a bully starts stealing Henry?s soccer ball at recess, the little mouse doesn?t know what to do. He tries to ask his teacher for help, and his mom, too. But soon Henry realizes he?s got to find his own way to solve his bully problem.
Classroom favorite Nancy Carlson encourages young readers to use creativity and empathy to tackle one of school?s toughest challenges.
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Some families look alike, some don't. Some families are formed through birth, and some families are formed by adoption. But as the little girl in this heartwarming book makes clear, being a family isn't about who you look like or where you were born—it's about the love that binds you together. Adoptive families are sure to delight in the special story of the narrator's adoption—from her parents' excited preparations and long journey by airplane to meet her, to their life together as a family. Nancy Carlson's thoughtful, straightforward text and cheerful illustrations combine to create a reassuring look at how one little girl came into her parents' world—and made them a family forever.
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Nancy Carlson's reassuring picture book about getting ready for kindergarten is now available in a Spanish-English edition-and to a whole new audience of young children. The simple, comforting text and big, bright illustrations will ease first-day-of-school jitters and help make the early days of kindergarten exciting and fun.
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We all come in different shapes and sizes, and it doesn’t matter if you are tall, short, skinny, or round.Your body is your own, and you need to take care of it.
Whether it’s a New Year’s resolution or simply time for a change, this book is the perfect catalyst to get readers moving. Vibrant, fun-filled illustrations and an encouraging text explain the many great reasons to exercise, from making new friends to going new places, or just because it’s good for your body. Nancy Carlson’s gleeful, kid-friendly story is sure to make readers young and old get up and exercise!
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After the first day of first grade, Henry's not sure how he feels about it. The teacher isn't like his kindergarten teacher, and the fifth-graders hog the monkey bars. But as Henry tells his mother about a new friend who likes soccer and about how he'll learn to read books, he begins to realize that maybe first grade won't be so bad after all.
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The first day of kindergarten is finally here, and Henry can't wait to paint pictures, sing songs, and practice counting. When he gets to school, though, he's not so sure he's ready for kindergarten. But before long Henry discovers that the only thing he's not ready for is how much fun he's going to have at school! This gently humorous, encouraging story will give children about to enter kindergarten an extra boost of confidence.
"Perfect for parents to share with their children, and the endearing Henry will offer reassurance to even the most hesitant prekindergartners."
-Booklist
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"Little ones in need of positive reinforcement will find it here. An exuberant pig proclaims "I like me!" She likes the way she looks, and all her activities....When she makes a mistake she picks herself up and tries again." --Booklist "Wonderful in its simplicity, here's a story that will help kids feel good about themselves." -- Boston GLobe
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Just before Valentine?s Day, Henry and his classmates discover a heart-shaped box on their teacher Mr. McCarthy?s desk. Who?s it for? As the students spy on Mr. McCarthy, they see him talking to the playground monitor, smiling at the lunch lady, and eating with the French teacher! How many girlfriends does Mr. McCarthy have? When Henry finally asks Mr. McCarthy just who that heart-shaped box is for?the class gets a big surprise!
Nancy Carlson?s humorous text and candy-colored illustrations showcase just how sweet Valentine?s Day can be.
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When Henry and his classmates spot a heart-shaped box on their teacherÕs desk, they start trying to guess who itÕs for. The students begin to think Mr. McCarthy has lots of girlfriends when they see him talking to the playground monitor, smiling at the lunch lady, and eating with the French teacher. But when Henry finally asks Mr. McCarthy about the box, itÕs the class who gets a big surprise!
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Henry loves first grade - except for reading. When called on in class, Henry freezes. His teacher discovers it's not that Henry doesn't like to read, it's that he can't. With extra help, Henry begins to feel more confident about words and letters. And when he and his little brother desperately want to know the ending to a book, Henry saves the day!
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Henry?s a little mouse . . . with a big imagination.
Henry loves show and tell, because he can tell the class about his neighbor?s pet dinosaur, the snowman he built that?s as big as his house, and the alien that landed in his yard. But when his classmates start asking questions?and call him a fibber?Henry has to find a new outlet for his stories.
With a laugh-out-loud text and brightly colored illustrations, Nancy Carlson shows young readers how writing and illustrating their own stories can be a rewarding use of their amazing imaginations.
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There are a lot of things to be scared of, thats for sure. There are mean-looking dogs, booming thunderstorms, spiders and other creepy crawly things. All this scary stuff may make you want to hide under your covers and never come out. Hiding is easy, but will it really make everything better?
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We all come in different shapes and sizes, and it doesnt matter if you are tall, short, skinny, or round. Your body is your own, and you need to take care of it. Whether its a New Years resolution or simply time for a change, this book is the perfect catalyst to get readers moving. Vibrant, fun-filled illustrations and an encouraging text explain the many great reasons to exercise, from making new friends to going new places, or just because its good for your body. Nancy Carlsons gleeful, kid-friendly story is sure to make readers young and old get up and exercise!
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Henry loves show-and-tell, because he can tell the class about his neighbor's pet dinosaur, the snowman he built that's as big as his house, and the alien that landed in his yard. But when his classmates start asking questions - and call him a fibber - Henry has to find a new outlet for his stories.
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Favorite author Nancy Carlson tackles the age-old problem of bullying
The lovable Henry is back--and he's being bullied on the soccer field at school! When no one's advice seems to help, it's up to Henry to solve his bully problem for himself. Classroom favorite Nancy Carlson encourages young readers to use creativity and empathy to deal with one of childhood's toughest challenges.
About the Author
Nancy Carlson has written and illustrated many beloved books for young readers. She lives with her family in Minneapolis, Minnesota.