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The Free Spirit “LEARNING TO GET ALONG™” Series Social and emotional competence is key to success in school and in life. Young children need to learn how to deal with their emotions, make positive choices, solve problems, resolve conflicts, resist impulsive behavior, form relationships, work cooperatively, and more. Launched in Spring 2003, our “Learning to Get Along™” series helps parents, teachers, childcare providers, and anyone else who cares about kids teach basic social and emotional skills. Written for ages 4–8, meant to be read aloud, each book focuses on a specific skill. Each includes a special section for adults. All are positive, practical, realistic, and sound—just what you’d expect from a Free Spirit series. The“Learning to Get Along™” series supports the Domains of “Language Development,” “Social and Emotional Development,” and “Approaches to Learning” in the Head Start Child Outcomes Framework. Each book is $10.95   BE POLITE AND KIND by Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed. When children are kind, courteous, and respectful, people enjoy being around them and reciprocate with the same behavior. This book helps kids understand the importance of showing politeness, speaking kindly, using basic courtesies (“please,” “thank you,” “excuse me”), and respecting the feelings of others. Scenarios and role-play activities help adults reinforce the book’s lessons. 40 pp., color illust., S/C, 9" x 9". Ages 4–8. ORDER CODE: FS350B BOOK BE POLITE AND KIND Qty: Price: $10.95