A crowded store, a distracted parent, and a bored child whowanders off: that's what happens when Ashley and her mom goshopping. Suddenly, Ashley realizes she's all alone-but a friendlysecurity guard soon reunites mother and daughter. Children willlearn what to do if they are lost and simple rules to follow tostay safe, while parents get hints on warning their children about“stranger danger.”
Molly likes her new school-except for one thing: everyoneelse has lots of friends. That makes her feel sad and left out. Butwith the help of her mother and two very special pals, Molly learnsthat it's not the number of acquaintances that count, but how closeyour friendships are.
Matthew dreads school, all because of two big bullies. Hetries to handle the problem on his own, but things just getworse-until he, his mother, and his teacher work together to makethings right. Kids in the same situation as Matthew will findcomfort in knowing they can turn to adults for help, and parentsand teachers will acquire valuable strategies for stoppingbullies.
Two stories in one! Going to the doctor or dentist for thefirst time can be scary to a child-but this book offers comfort andreassurance by gently explaining exactly what will happen in bothsituations. First, children follow Jacob as a nurse gives him aninjection, and then they hear about Sophie's experience visitingthe dentist for her first checkup. It's the perfect pre-appointmentbook.
What a big day: Emily's going to school for the firsttime-and she's a little nervous. Soon, though, Emily meetsnew friends, and learns that school can be fun. Children will seeexactly what to expect on their first day, and parents will findout how to prepare their child for this important transition.
