OOS A First Look at Series - Is it Right to Fight? and My Manners Matter (2 for $24.90)

Titles in the popular "A First Look A" series for pre-school and early-grades kids explore emotional issues, encouraging children to discuss things that bother them with trusted adults. The series also helps them begin to develop basic social skills. Written by a psychotherapist and child counselor, these books promote positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers. They are written in easy-to-comprehend language, and have child-friendly illustrations on every page. Boys and girls learn that good manners are a simple way of showing kindness and respect to people they know and to people they don't know. They are shown that being polite makes working and playing together more enjoyable for everyone. The books are written in simple, direct language that makes sense to younger kids. Each title also features a guide for parents on how to use the book, a glossary, suggested additional reading, and a list of resources. There are attractive full-color illustrations on every page. (Ages 4–7)

From the Back Cover - My Manners Matter
This delightful picture book helps children to understand that good manners are a simple way of showing kindness and respect to people you know — and to people you don’t know. Young children can learn that manners are important because being polite makes working and playing together more enjoyable for everyone. Written by psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas, Barron’s A First Look At... books promote interaction among children, parents, and teachers on personal, social, and emotional issues.

Is it Right to Fight?

Spats are normal among younger kids, and often lead to screaming, hitting and other expressions of anger. This book helps kids understand that it’s often all right to be angry, but that it‘s always best to resolve conflicts peaceably.