Synopses & Reviews
Mealtime—“Yummy-in-the-tummy time”—is an opportunity to teach young children two major life skills: nutrition and table manners. Simple but important mealtime routines come to life as the toddlers in this book remember to wash their hands, use a napkin and fork or spoon, stay at the table, and eat healthy foods. Toddlers also learn the one big rule for mealtime: Always try one bite (“You just might like it!”). Parents and caregivers want toddlers to develop healthy eating habits and positive mealtime routines. This book helps them do so with Verdick’s keen ability to speak directly to little ones and Heinlen’s delightful, appealing illustrations. Includes tips for parents and caregivers. Part of the award-winning Toddler Tools series.
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Association of Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Awards for 2007
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“Yet again, Verdick delivers with a book that meets the needs of both toddlers AND their parents. . . . Mealtime is another home-run from Free Spirit Publishing.”
—Chasing Supermom blog
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“Heinlen creates contrast and dimension with eye-catching patterns on wallpaper, dishes, and the characters’ clothing. The affirming message about trying at least ‘one bite,’ using a napkin, and clearing your plate should sit easily with readers.”
—Publishers Weekly
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“This book is adorable and very simple for little ones to follow. I really love the diverse children in the illustrations and . . . I also like the super positive tone of this book and that it focuses on positive reinforcement.”
—MacaroniKid.com
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andldquo;Highly useful titles for preschool collections.andrdquo;andmdash;School Library Journal
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2011 Preferred Choice Award Winner andmdash; Creative Child Magazine
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andquot;It's not always an easy feat to teach little ones about morals and the difference between right and wrong. But great news for you author Elizabeth Verdick is her to help you...andquot; -Baby Let's Shop blog
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and#160;andldquo;Engaging...kids will enjoy the book.andrdquo;andmdash;Childrenandrsquo;s Literature
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Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book Award
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Creative Child magazine's Seal of Excellence
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Dr. Toy's Smart Play/Smart Toy Products Winner
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“Talks to children on their own level, and in a funny way, so that it doesn’t feel like someone is preaching at them.”—Examiner.com
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andldquo;Bursting with colorful, easy-to-follow graphics that explain potty from start to flush. This darling book helps moms and dadsandmdash;and all helpersandmdash;see that light at the end of the toilet. Your tots will gain courage and confidence with this book.andrdquo; andmdash;Christine Coppa, Droolicious at Babble.comand#160;
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andquot;Learning to use the potty takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why it's time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives.andquot; andmdash;Edmonton's Child
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and#160;andldquo;A terrific tool. . . . As a pediatrician and parent, I am thrilled to recommend this helpful new resource.andrdquo;
andmdash;Lawrence D. Rosen, M.D., Chair of the Integrative Pediatrics Council and Chief of Pediatric Integrative Medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center
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100 Best Childrenandrsquo;s Productsandmdash;Dr. Toy
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This comprehensive, easy-to-use asset-building curriculum for grades 3-6 includes 42 sessions: one for each of the 40 assets, plus introductory and concluding sessions. Each session includes activities, discussion prompts, and a handout to bring home to parents and other family adults. For schools, districts, and states that have implemented standards-based education, a detailed chart shows how each session correlates with specific standards in the areas of character education, health, social studies, social and emotional learning, and language arts. Digital content features all of the reproducible forms from the book and an additional 40 pages of student handouts used in the sessions.
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Every parent, caregiverandmdash;and toddlerandmdash;knows the misery that comes with meltdowns and temper tantrums. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, this gentle, reassuring book offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Children learn to use their calm-down placeandmdash;a quiet space where they can cry, ask for a hug, sing to themselves, be rocked in a grown-upandrsquo;s arms, talk about feelings, and breathe: andldquo;One, two, three . . . Iandrsquo;m calm as can be. Iandrsquo;m taking care of me.andrdquo; After a break, toddlers will feel like newandmdash;and adults will, too. Books include tips for parents and caregivers.
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andquot;Look at those feet! Arenandrsquo;t they sweet?andrdquo; Yesandmdash;when theyandrsquo;re walking, standing, leaping and landing. And when theyandrsquo;re kicking balls or leaves. But not when theyandrsquo;re kicking people!
In simple words and charming full-color illustrations, this book helps little ones learn to use their feet for fun, not in anger or frustration. It also includes tips for parents and caregivers on how to help toddlers be sweet with their feet.
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Full-color cartoons and humorous, kid-friendly text teach kids how to make smarter choices about how they behave at home and at school so they stay out of trouble, feel good about themselves and their choices, and get along better with family, friends, and teachers. Better behavior isn’t just about making adults happy: it means selfcontrol, awareness, and a positive outlook, so things go better for kids. Lighthearted yet supportive and frank, this book helps readers learn to make thoughtful, deliberate, positive behavior decisions. Behavior issues addressed include small ones, like talking or blurting out in class, as well as bigger ones, such as fighting.
Don’t Behave Like You Live in a Cave is the latest addition to the award-winning Laugh and Learn™ series.
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Learning to use the potty takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why itandrsquo;s time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives. When little ones learn to andldquo;do what the big kids doandrdquo; (go, wipe, flush, wash their hands), they wonandrsquo;t need a diaper anymoreandmdash;theyandrsquo;ll have underwear under there! Includes tips for parents and caregivers from a childrenandrsquo;s health specialist.
About the Author
Elizabeth Verdick is the author of more than thirty highly acclaimed books for children and teenagers, including books in the Toddler Tools board book series, the Best Behavior™ series for young children, and the Laugh & Learn™ series for preteens. Elizabeth’s daughter and son are the inspiration for nearly everything she writes. She lives with her husband, two children, and five pets near St. Paul, Minnesota.
Marieka Heinlen received her BFA at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and also studied at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London. She launched her career as an award-winning children’s book illustrator with the original edition of Hands Are Not for Hitting and has illustrated the Best Behavior and Toddler Tools series. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband, son, and daughter.