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1) The maid
Author
Series
Molly the Maid volume 1
Description
"A charmingly eccentric hotel maid discovers a guest murdered in his bed, turning her once orderly world upside down--and inspiring a motley crew of unexpected allies to band together to solve the mystery--in this utterly original debut. Molly Dunn is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and interprets people literally. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by. Since...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
"Henry would like to find a friend at school, but for a boy on the autism spectrum, making friends can be difficult, as his efforts are sometimes misinterpreted, or things just go wrong--but Henry keeps trying, and in the end he finds a friend he can play with."--
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"When an acclaimed author dies at the Regency Grand Hotel, it's up to a fastidious maid to uncover the truth, no matter how dirty"--
With her flair for cleaning and proper etiquette, Molly Gray has risen through the ranks of the glorious five-star Regency Grand Hotel to become the esteemed Head Maid. Her world is turned upside down when J.D. Grimthorpe, the world-renowned mystery author, drops dead on the hotel's tea room floor. It becomes clear...
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In this inspirational collection, CBS News anchor Couric calls upon leaders and visionaries in the fields of politics, entertainment, sports, philanthropy, the arts, and business--all of whom share heartfelt, humorous, and useful insights about success and fulfillment. Includes contributions by Madeleine Albright, Bill Clinton, Chelsea Handler, Malcolm Gladwell, Steve Martin, and Michael Bloomberg.
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"From taking turns to making eye contact to staying engaged during conversations, developing appropriate social skills is an important factor for kids to be able to succeed in school and life in general. But how can you tell if your child is really making progress while you read the same stories, have the same conversations, and chaperone the same playdates? The answer is to add some variety to your child's daily activities with these 150 exercises...
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
Teenagers today are grappling with a mix of unique challenges and opportunities brought on by the ever-evolving landscape of technology and social media. They benefit from the privilege of having a wealth of information at their fingertips, yet they contend with the complexities of virtual relationships and the scourge of online bullying. In this fast-paced, rapidly changing world, social skills have never been more crucial to forming healthy relationships,...
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Series
Publisher
Free Spirit Pub
Pub. Date
c2004
Description
It is fun to make friends and play with others, but it is not always easy to do. You have to make an effort, and you have to know the rules, like ask before joining in, take turns, play fair, and be a good sport. In simple words and real life illustrations, this book teaches the basics of cooperation, getting along, making friends, and being a friend. Includes a special section for adults, with discussion questions to share, "joining in" games to...
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Publisher
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
The Sprites are invisible to everyone except Johnny. Join him and his newfound pals, Basil, Lily, Ginger and little Root, as they laugh, play and learn important lessons that celebrate friendship, problem-solving and accepting other.
10) My dinosaurs
Pub. Date
2022
Description
The book is a delightful read about all things sharing. It teaches children the importance of sharing, taking turns, and having fun with friends over the obsession with the items that they love so dearly, why we share, and the benefits of sharing, in hopes of helping to promote social and emotional learning skills. By guiding the child(ren) through their selfish phase of learning to share, will help them be the best version of themselves. Through...
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Press
Pub. Date
2023, 2022.
Description
"Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to grow their social awareness. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create. Books include table of contents, sidebars,...
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Series
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2007
Description
Provides kid-friendly, hands-on, step-by-step instructions for dealing with being grounded, increasing a skimpy allowance, recognizing the tell-tale signs of a prankster, saving the day when a nature hike goes wrong, outwitting a nosy sibling, surviving a school dance, cleaning your room in a snap, dealing with an irritated parent (recognizing the tell-tale signs!), giving an oral report, and much more.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
2005
Description
Every learning disability has a social component. Affected children are socially out of step with their classmates and peers, and often they are ridiculed or ostracized for their differences. A successful social life is immeasurably important to a child's happiness, health, and development, but until now, no book has provided expert advice on helping learning disabled children achieve social success. This book offers practical strategies to help learning...
15) Show me happy
Author
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Pub. Date
2016.
Description
Photographs depict children enacting such basic social concepts as sharing, helping, and playing as well as expressing themselves through gestures and actions.
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Publisher
Jossey-Bass
Pub. Date
c2012
Description
"The only evidence-based program available for teaching social skills to adolescents with autism spectrum disordersTwo nationally known experts in friendship formation and anxiety management address the social challenges faced by adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The book helps educators instruct youth on conversing with others, displaying appropriate body language, managing anxiety, initiating and participating in get-togethers, and...
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2004]
Description
Franklin's birthday party: Franklin throws a great party in his own neighborhood. Franklin goes to school: The first day of school has Franklin excited and nervous. Franklin rides a bike: It's an adventure when Franklin takes the training wheels off his bicycle. Franklin's blanket: It's Franklin's first night away from home and his blanket is missing! Franklin's camp out: Franklin tackles new challenges without the help of mom and dad. Franklin and...
Publisher
BBC Video
Pub. Date
©2008
Description
Onslow has been green lighted to teach an Open University credit course on successful relationships. In this "introductory lecture," he addresses the underpinnings of healthy human interactions, using "real life," examples from the world of Keeping Up Appearances.
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