Life Skills

Written by Mary Ann Hoberman and illustrated by Marla Frazee. The story follows the Peters family, whose seven children are each extremely picky eaters, each demanding a single, specific food: Peter only drinks warm milk, Lucy insists on homemade pink lemonade, Jack eats only applesauce, Mac requires lumpless oatmeal, Mary Lou wants soft and squishy homemade bread, and the twins, Flo and Fran, eat only poached and fried eggs respectively. As each new child is born, Mrs. Peters lovingly tries to fulfill their unique food requests, leading to an increasingly exhausting routine that leaves her overwhelmed and frazzled.

Written and illustrated by William H. Hooks. The book's narrative centres on Rowdy Rabbit's realization that his rough play is inappropriate, teaching a lesson in fairness and empathy.

Written by Regina G. Burch and illustrated by Catherine Leary. The book promotes self-control by teaching children to recognize their impulses and choose appropriate responses. It provides practical strategies such as counting to ten, taking deep breaths, and identifying feelings to manage reactions in challenging moments.

Written by Joy Berry and illustrated by Bartholomew. A book designed for children aged 7 to 13 that explains how kidnappings can occur and provides guidance on how to avoid them. It is the second book in the "Danger Zones" series and aims to teach children what to do if they are ever kidnapped.

Written by Mary Packard and illustrated by Joy Friedman. Describes how the human body works and how exercise and proper nutrition can lead to physical fitness and better health.

Written and illustrated by Alexandra Day. The story follows Boswell, a young bear who is wide awake at night and explores his house and yard. Dressed in striped flannel pyjamas, he tiptoes around, performing small tasks such as shading the aquarium fish with a curtain and letting the cat out. He also takes a few shots at basketball on his plastic set before quietly entering his parents' bedroom to give them a good-night kiss.

Written by Sandy Kleven and illustrated by Jody Bergsma. The book is designed to help parents and caregivers discuss the topic of child sexual abuse with children in a gentle and age-appropriate manner. It tells the story of young Jimmy, who learns from his mother about the difference between positive touches and inappropriate touches, such as those that are secret, deceptive, or forced. The book aims to empower children by teaching them how to recognize and resist inappropriate touching, and to seek help from a trusted adult.

Describes how the human body works and how exercise and proper nutrition can lead to physical fitness and better health. Written by Mary Packard and illustrated by Joy Friedman.

A colourful and lively picture book that explores various aspects of health and fitness. It emphasizes the importance of a good diet and plenty of exercise in a simple and informative way, helping children start making positive decisions about caring for themselves. Written by Pat Thomas and illustrated by Lesley Harker.