Marco and Samara are best pals and have fun doing all sorts of activities together. But there’s one thing they can’t do together—swing. That’s because wheelchairs don’t fit on swings. So, Marco and the other kids at school decide to raise money for swings all kids can use.Inspired by the true story of the students at Glen Lake Elementary in the Hopkins school district in Minnesota, A Swing for Samara celebrates the power of compassion and inclusion and highlights the many ...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!When facing down a bully, a trip to the dentist, or your mom's prune oatmeal, there's only one thing you can do—smile a lot! And you'll pull through! In this appealing new offering from best-selling author/illustrator Nancy Carlson, a determined little frog discovers that even when you don't want to, smiling can make any situation better.

A young bunny and his friend come up with a creative and humorous way to deal with a bully in this charming picture book.The first day of school can be scary enough as it is without a bully stealing your lunch! And that's just what happens to poor George when he runs into Big Mike, the sixth-grade bully, on the walk to school. Every day George is tormented—not to mention hungry—and too afraid to tell anyone, until his good friend Harriet steps in and helps George g...

Poor George is in trouble again. He's been called to the principal's office. But before the principal can tell him why he's there...he confesses. He was late to class, didn't finish his math assignment, spilled paint, and set a cage of mice loose. One mishap has led to another and now George is up to his ears in trouble—but it's not his fault! George has an excuse for everything, but as his bad choices catch up with him, George runs out of others to blame.

A brave little pup learns a lesson about fear and new experiences when she braves the roller coaster in this charming picture book.Hang on—Harriet's on her way up! . . .For days, George has been taunting Harriet about the roller coaster at the amusement park. "It's so big, you can't see the top . . .It goes so fast, you might fall out . . . You'll be too scared to ride on it.""I am NOT scared," Harriet tells him.But that night she doesn't sl...

A celebration of self-esteem.

How many people do you need to make a perfect family? A thoughtful, funny tale from a beloved national bestselling author!Louanne is an only child. She thinks it would be fun to have a big family, just like her neighbor George. He has five sisters and four brothers—the perfect size.When her parents have to leave town for the weekend, Louanne jumps at the chance to stay at George's house. But during her stay, there's too much snoring, a long line for the bat...

Special delivery! Louanne Pig is thrilled to find a beautiful valentine in her mailbox on February 14. But she's dying to know whom it's from. Is George her mysterious valentine? Is it Arnie or Harold or perhaps Big Mike? Louanne's only clue is that her secret admirer uses a green pen. Children and sweethearts everywhere will recognize the warm feelings that come with finding out someone likes you. Readers will chuckle as Louanne steals their hearts during her comical search to find out ju...

Curtains up! Harriet loves her ballet class, but when Miss Betty announces a recital, Harriet succumbs to a bad case of stage fright. She worries about falling. She's afraid her costume will rip. And she's positive that she'll forget every step of her dance as soon as she steps on stage. Young readers are sure to recognize some of their own fears in this hilarious story of Harriet's first recital.

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.

Meet Nancy Carlson’s peppy pig—a character who is full of good feelings about herself. Her story will leave little ones feeling good about themselves, too!"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 abou...

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 we’ll 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 kn...