Child Esteem

A lot of mishaps can happen when you invite a squirrel into your house! In this funny tale about a squirrel named Hurly Burly, a boy quickly learns that squirrels have “squirrel” ways! They don’t behave well when indoors. Age Level: 4 - 8 Grade Level: P – 3 Hurly the squirrel is as cute as they come, but would he make a good house guest? When a boy invites Hurly Burly into his house, he quickly learns that squirrels do not have pleasing inside-the-house manners. He also learns that saying “No” is very important when it comes to inviting guests into the house. A few lines about ...

Liv knows he was always meant to be a boy, but with his new school's terrible dress code, he can't even wear pants. Only skirts. Operation Pants Project begins! The only way for Liv to get what he wants is to go after it himself. But to Liv, this isn't just a mission to change the policy - it's a mission to change his life. And that's a pretty big deal.

Once in your life, sometime after your first memory but before you can drive a car, something is going to happen to you that doesn’t happen to anyone else you know. It might be something good. It might be something bad, or special, or funny, or shocking. For Millie, it’s something really sad. Lolo, her neighbors’ infant daughter, dies—unexpectedly, suddenly, inexplicably—on the night Millie babysits. There’s nothing she could have done. There’s nothing she can do now. So how does she go on? She does what you’ll do. She finds her way.

Featuring 18 trailblazing Black women in American history, Little Leaders educates and inspires as it relates true stories of breaking boundaries and achieving beyond expectations. Among these biographies, listeners will find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things - bold women whose actions and beliefs contributed to making the world better for generations of girls and women to come.

A collection of six stories from the world of Rachel Bright & Jim Field. Meet a brave lion, two squabbling squirrels, a wandering whale and many more incredible animal characters in these best-loved rhyming tales.

Tricia is good at everything she does, but she wants to find her best talent. Tricia tries lots of activities. Will she find her best?

From the New York Times best-selling creator of I Am Enough comes an empowering follow-up that celebrates every child’s limitless potential. Don't miss this audiobook edition, read by the author, Grace Byers! I Believe I Can is an affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves, from actress and activist Grace Byers. My presence matters in this world. I know I can do anything, if only I believe I can.

Just Breathe is a fun and accessible go-to meditation guide authored by none other than Mallika Chopra, wellness expert and the daughter of Deepak Chopra. For kids ages eight to 12, this audiobook is full of specific exercises to help deal with day-to-day challenges and tips to lead a healthier, happier, and more connected life. The audiobook includes practical advice on breathing techniques and guided meditations for a number of topics and scenarios

Meet Abbie Wu. Abbie is in crisis - and not just because she's starting middle school or because she's stuck in a family that doesn't quite get her or because everyone seems to have a Thing except her. Abbie Wu is always in crisis.

The important topic of personal boundaries and respect are introduced to young listeners. Straightforward text and examples help listeners learn how to advocate for themselves and who to ask when they need help.

Hugo is not happy about being dragged halfway across the state of Colorado just because his dad had a midlife crisis and decided to become a ski instructor. It’d be different if Hugo weren’t so tiny and guys didn’t call him “leprechaun” and rub his head for luck. But here he is, the tiny new kid on his first day of middle school. When his fellow students discover his remarkable talent for garbology, the science of studying trash to tell you anything about a person, Hugo becomes the cool kid for the first time in his life. But what happens when it all goes to his head?

Jake is just starting to enjoy life as his school’s first openly gay kid. While his family and friends are accepting and supportive, the same can’t be said about everyone in their small town of Barton Springs, Ohio.

Are you feeling stuck in relationships, overwhelmed by stress, and struggling to set boundaries? Do past emotions leave you exhausted? Heal Your Hurt Inner Child is a step-by-step guide to help you break destructive patterns, unleash creativity, and enhance relationships. It offers practical strategies to reduce stress and rebuild self-esteem with compassionate guidance.

When DeSean Mitchell makes an embarrassing mistake while showboating in the end zone, he ends up costing his football team the game. In the final play, he’s tackled and lies on the field in defeat. A teammate assumes he is hurt, and rather than face the shame of his mistake, DeSean fakes an injury. How long will DeSean let the deception go on?

Marissa is a gymnast, violinist, and chess player. This summer she is busy in an orchestra, chess tournament, and learning her Level Four gymnastics skills. In the past, doing all three activities has been a snap for Marissa. She is hardworking and smart. But this summer she can't seem to get her kip, a difficult skill on bars. If she doesn't learn a kip she won't be competing Level Four in the fall with her friends at Perfect Balance Gymnastics Academy.

MJ is more than ready for her first day of kindergarten! With her hair freshly braided and her mom's special tiara on her head, she knows she’s going to rock kindergarten. But the tiara isn’t just for show—it also reminds her of all the good things she brings to the classroom, stuff like her kindness, friendliness, and impressive soccer skills, too!

If Little Pea doesn't eat all of his sweets, there will be no vegetables for dessert! What's a young pea to do?

Children who have trouble swallowing their veggies will love the way this pea-friendly audiobook serves up a playful story they can relate to.

In The Gutsy Girl, author Caroline Paul emboldens girls to seek out lives of exhilaration. Once a young scaredy-cat herself, Caroline decided that fear got in the way of the life she wanted - of excitement, confidence, self-reliance, friendship, and fun. She has since flown planes, rafted big rivers, climbed tall mountains, and fought fires as one of the first female firefighters in San Francisco.

Glory Girl will jumpstart your search for purpose. In each meaningful chapter, Jess' wise words will help you: discover the things you are really passionate about, understand your strengths and weaknesses, face your fears, catch the vision, make a plan, and find the confidence you need to make your move - all in the bold belief that God has called you to every step of the journey.

Lizzie has a lot to worry about. Ever since her sister left for boarding school, Lizzie has felt overwhelmed by worries. Will she flunk out of 7th grade? Will she say something humiliating in front of her crush? Will her campaign for class secretary set a record for the lowest number of votes ever? Her friends say her fears are far-fetched, but they still make Lizzie's stomach hurt.