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Hurt feelings are no fun. When a girl feels ignored by her friend, all she can think to do is to ignore her friend right back—that is, until a wise, old tree steps in. Through captivating illustrations and some chuckles, Be Bigger helps children to work through their emotions and to see a positive way of working out disagreements. Learn more
When a boy sneaks off to play with a toy mom told him not to, he's surprised to learn that, "Oh no, I have a conscience!"
In this children's book, written for grades K-4, humor, beautiful pictures, and a few surprises help a boy learn to make honest choices he can be proud of. The wise, old tree also helps him discover how to grow from his mistakes. Learn more
Each Talking with Trees character building book for kids teaches good character traits through lessons in honesty, respect, forgiveness, and responsibility. The oversize pictures engage children emotionally in realistic character building situations, helping them feel how it is better to make good choices.
This emotional awareness builds character in kids, increasing their internal sense of right and wrong, which will help them build a strong sense of self esteem and self confidence. Learn more about the link between self esteem and self confidence and character traits.
Plus, the included character building discussion guide helps parents or teachers get children talking about developing honesty, responsibility, respect, and more.
New! Friendship & hurt feelings
Be Bigger- Book 2 in the Talking with Trees series
"I understand. Your heart and your stomach are tied up in knots. If you leave Emma out so her heart hurts too, will that help you feel better?" asked the tree.
Hurt feelings are no fun. When a girl feels ignored by her friend, all she can think to do is to ignore her friend right back—that is, until a wise, old tree steps in. Through captivating illustrations and some chuckles, Be Bigger helps children to work through their emotions and to see a positive way of working out disagreements. Learn more
Kids lesson on honesty
Be Proud- Book 1 in the Talking with Trees series
“A conscience is that voice in your head, and that feeling in your heart, that tells you if something is right or wrong, even when no one is looking,” the tree explained.
When a boy sneaks off to play with a toy mom told him not to, he's surprised to learn that, "Oh no, I have a conscience!"
In this children's book, written for grades K-4, humor, beautiful pictures, and a few surprises help a boy learn to make honest choices he can be proud of. The wise, old tree also helps him discover how to grow from his mistakes. Learn more
Talk about character
Extra large pictures and discussion guide encourage kids to talk about good character traits
Each Talking with Trees character building book for kids teaches good character traits through lessons in honesty, respect, forgiveness, and responsibility. The oversize pictures engage children emotionally in realistic character building situations, helping them feel how it is better to make good choices.
This emotional awareness builds character in kids, increasing their internal sense of right and wrong, which will help them build a strong sense of self esteem and self confidence. Learn more about the link between self esteem and self confidence and character traits.
Plus, the included character building discussion guide helps parents or teachers get children talking about developing honesty, responsibility, respect, and more.
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