by Judith Viorst · illustrated by Ray Cruz
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From gum in his hair to lima beans at dinner, everything goes wrong for Alexander. Kids laugh in recognition, and it reminds everyone that some days are just like that.
Grandparents give Alexander a dollar, and bit by bit he spends it on gum, bets, and fines until nothing is left. A hilarious, painless first lesson in saving money.
Alexander flatly refuses to move when his family relocates, and he means it. A funny, honest story for any kid dreading a big change.
A boy learns mistakes are part of learning anything. A great confidence builder for kids who hate getting it wrong.
A group of kids hits frustration and disagreement while working on something together, then talks it through. Great for showing how big feelings can be shared and worked out as a team.
Another punny Food Group story, this time about bragging and why a little humility goes a long way.
A boy feels everything in a very big way and tries to hide it, until he learns that his feelings are worth sharing. Reassuring for sensitive kids who feel things deeply.
Henry gets so mad when Ella won't share, and Grandpa and some animal friends teach him belly breathing and counting to ten. Calm down tools kids actually use.
Color Monster wakes up with all his feelings jumbled together, and a little girl helps him sort them by color. A simple, brilliant first book for naming emotions with preschoolers.