CRRL My Librarian: Children's Books To Encourage Positive BehaviorLike this list

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• Be Kind

  Miller, Pat Zietlow

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  A sweet story that explores what it means to be kind and how even small acts of kindness can make a big impact.

• Can I Play Too?

  Cotterill, Samantha

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  Compromising and paying attention to others' feelings can be hard for little ones. This story provides guidance for children learning how to navigate the challenges inherent in sharing and working together.

• Do Unto Otters

  (a Book About Manners)

  Keller, Laurie

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  Emphasizing the importance of kindness, respect, and understanding, this book explores how to be a good friend by treating others as you would like to be treated.

• Fergal and the Bad Temper

  Starling, Robert, 1980-

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  Fergal is a little dragon who struggles to control his anger. His mom reminds him that his outbursts have consequences, ultimately leading him to learn how to manage his anger with the help of his mom and his friends.

• Friends Are Not for Biting

  Allen, Ryan (Joseph Ryan),

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  A gentle and encouraging book that helps children understand and manage the urge to bite, offering strategies for expressing emotions positively.

• Hands Are Not for Hitting

  Agassi, Martine, 1966-

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  A story that emphasizes alternative actions and activities that children and adults can do with their hands instead of hitting.

• The Hare Who Wouldn't Share

  Small, Steve (Animator),

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  A delightful tale of a lone hare, who learns the value of sharing and community after helping his neighbors fend off a threat.

• How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind?

  Yolen, Jane

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  A playful exploration of kindness, as dinosaurs navigate everyday situations, demonstrating how to be considerate and empathetic.

• How Do Dinosaurs Show Good Manners?

  Yolen, Jane

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  A fun and engaging way to encourage social skills. Mischievous dinosaurs learn to say please, wait their turn, and use good table manners.

• I Am a Tornado

  Beckmeyer, Drew

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  A tempestuous tornado wreaks havoc until a calm cow offers a listening ear, helping the storm find its calm. The story teaches young readers about empathy and emotional regulation.

• I Say Please and Thank You

  Lift-the-flap Manners

  Isadora, Rachel

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  A delightful lift-the-flap book that introduces young children to manners through playful scenarios featuring animals and children.

• Llama Llama Time to Share

  Dewdney, Anna

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  Llama llama struggles to share his favorite toy with Nelly Gnu. A helpful story for children who need some encouragement to share.

• No Hitting!

  a Lift-the-flap Book

  Katz, Karen

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  A simple, reassuring book that teaches toddlers the importance of gentle hands and not hitting.

• People Don't Bite People

  Wheeler, Lisa, 1963-

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  A playful picture book that teaches young children about the importance of using their teeth for eating, not for biting others. Through humorous rhymes and vibrant illustrations, the book emphasizes that biting people is not an acceptable behavior.

• Punch!

  a Story About Kindness

  Hall, Michael, 1954-

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  When Badger lashes out at his friends, they respond with unexpected kindness, teaching him a valuable lesson about empathy and forgiveness. Through clever word play and expressive illustrations, the book helps young readers understand the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Share, Big Bear, Share!

  Wright, Maureen, 1961-

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  When Big Bear shares his pail full of berries, he learns the joy of generosity.

• Sharing

  Yonezu, Yusuke

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  A board book that introduces toddlers to the concept of sharing.

• That's My Truck!

  a Good Inside Story About Hitting

  Kennedy, Becky (Psychologist)

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  When Charlie's favorite truck is taken by his sister, his overwhelming emotions lead to a moment of hitting. Through compassionate guidance from his mother, Charlie learns that his behavior doesn't define him and that big feelings can be managed…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Very Impatient Caterpillar

  Burach, Ross

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  A humorous tale about a caterpillar eager to become a butterfly but struggling with the wait. Through funny dialogue and vibrant illustrations, the book teaches about the importance of patience.

• Waiting Is Not Easy!

  Willems, Mo

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  Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but Gerald must wait. Simple dialogue helps teach emotional regulation and the value of delayed gratification.