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Leslie Green

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1) I have diabetes, now what?

Author

Green, Leslie

Language

English

Description

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This book provides an overview of diabetes, a metabolic disorder resulting from an imbalance of hormones produced by the pancreas, including what causes the disease, the lifestyle changes necessary if you are diabetic, the equipment used to monitor a patient's diabetes, and more.

2) I have diabetes, now what?

Author

Green, Leslie C

Language

English

Description

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Provides an overview of diabetes from a teen's perspective, explaining how it is diagnosed, how it changes a person's life, how it is managed, and its future. Features color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

3) Something happened in our town: a child's story about racial injustice

Author

Celano, Marianne

Language

English

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Picture Books in Both English and Spanish/Libros ilustrados en ingles y español
When Bad Things Happen: Books for Kids

Formats

Book, eAudiobook

Description

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After discussing the police shooting of a local Black man with their families, Emma and Josh know how to treat a new student who looks and speaks differently than his classmates. Includes an extensive Note to Parents and Caregivers that provides general guidance about addressing racism with children, child-friendly vocabulary definitions, conversation guides, and a link to additional online resources for parents and teachers.

4) Twenty-Five Lessons in Mindfulness: Now Time for Healthy Living

Author

Ameli, Rezvan

Language

English

Description

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The practice of mindfulness is a simple and effective means for maintaining physical and emotional health and well-being. This book presents a practical, step-by-step approach for establishing your own mindfulness practice.

5) Raising Independent Self-Confident Children: Nine Essential Skills to Teach Your Child or Teen

Author

Moss, Wendy L

Language

English

Description

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Parents who read this book will learn how to help their children deal with frustration, make decisions, and become confident, self-sufficient adults.

6) Giraffe Asks for Help

Author

Chikowore, Nyasha

Language

English

Description

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Gary the Giraffe is finally six years old, which means he is old enough to reach the leaves on the trees all by himself! Except…he tries and tries, but simply can't reach on his own, With a little guidance from his friends, Gray learns that it's okay to ask for help. Includes a note to parents and caregivers with more information on discussing help seeking and independence in children.