"A toddler shares all the things he can do independently to take care of himself and be kind and helpful. Children learn that they, too, can develop healthy habits to grow strong in mind, body, and heart. A section for adults includes tips and activities to encourage children as they grow"-- Provided by publisher.

Every kid knows that tying a shoe can be a big adventure, especially in a world full of spaghetti, birds' nests, camping trips, and seeing old friends after summer break. This book uses learning to tie a shoe as a metaphor for personal growth and experiential learning, with the beauty and challenges that accompany both.

When Ellie is very small, she finds a tiny dragon just hatched from its egg. Ellie calls him Scratch, takes him home, and moves him into her dollhouse. Her mother can't see Scratch, and her teacher doesn't notice when Ellie takes Scratch to preschool, but her friends are amazed. But dragons get quite large as they grow. And Ellie is growing, too, moving from dollhouses to dance parties with friends, not noticing as Scratch's form begins to fade a...

"In this moving new novel from celebrated author Nickolas Butler, a Wisconsin family grapples with the power and limitations of faith when one of their own falls under the influence of a radical church."-- Provided by publisher. Lyle Hovde lives a mostly content life in rural Wisconsin with his wife, Peg, daughter, Shiloh, and six-year old grandson, Isaac. After a troubled adolescence, Shiloh has become deeply involved with an extremist church, and...

"Maureen and Francine Carter are twins and best friends. They participate in the same clubs, enjoy the same foods, and are partners on all their school projects. But just before the girls start sixth grade, Francine becomes Fran -- a girl who wants to join the chorus, run for class president, and dress in fashionable outfits that set her apart from Maureen. A girl who seems happy to share only two classes with her sister! Maureen and Francine are...

""Make them lifelong learners by cultivating a growth mindset for kids. A growth mindset for kids helps them develop their abilities to learn new things. Growth Mindset for Kids is a fun and engaging activity book--for ages 6 to 9--that can help your child train their growing brain and develop problem-solving skills through practice and repetition. They'll discover how to nurture an awesome "can-do" attitude and celebrate mistakes as a path to success.Featuring...

The children originally interviewed at age 7, are now 42. Of the original 14 subjects, 11 remain. At the midpoint of their lives, the film examines whether they have realised their dreams and ambitions. It also asks wider questions on the meaning of love, character and success. Extracts from previous programs are shown.