Central Kansas Library System

Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes to those who score highest on tests, from preschool admissions to SATs. But in this book the author argues that the qualities that matter most have more to do with character: skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism, and self-control. The book introduces us to a new generation...

"My First Learn-to-Talk Book is a joyful book that encourages speech development in little ones. By using adorable rhythmic rhyming text, simple exclamatory words and sounds, and engaging photographs of babies and toddlers, this book gives parents, grandparents, teachers, and therapists a new tool that does more than just entertain and engage babies and toddlers--it uses proven therapeutic techniques to help little ones think, repeat, react, and babble:...

A personal friend of the ordained Presbyterian pastor and children's television icon explores Mr. Rogers' faith and his Christian journey, offering spiritual insights on such topics as forgiveness, honesty, the power of silence, and prayer.

A counting book for very early readers.

A collection of instructions for craft projects that can be read and followed by beginning readers.

"Includes 12 themed storytimes with literature-based activities"--Back cover.

Argues that current parenting trends that emphasize early learning through memorization and repetition are actually harmful for children, stifling their creativity and preventing them from learning basic problem solving skills and focuses on the importance of letting children play and have fun and understanding the learning experiences offered through creative, unstructured, independent play.