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My Mouth Is A Volcano
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of listening and patience.
Engaging story about managing interruptions.
Teaches children about respect and communication.
Interactive, fun approach to learning self-control.

My Mouth Is A Volcano
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2006
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The Ant Hill Disaster
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses Emotional Resilience: 'The Ant Hill Disaster' by Julia Cook helps children understand and cope with their emotions following a traumatic event, providing them with tools to build emotional resilience and process their feelings in a healthy way.
Teaches About Community Support: The book illustrates the importance of community support during tough times, showing how friends, family, and neighbors can come together to help one another recover and rebuild after a disaster.
Educational and Engaging: Julia Cook is known for her ability to convey complex topics in an educational yet engaging way for children. This book is no exception, as it presents the theme of disaster recovery through a story that is both informative and accessible to young readers.
Encourages Discussion: Reading 'The Ant Hill Disaster' with children provides an excellent opportunity for parents, educators, and counselors to open up discussions about fear, anxiety, and the importance of being prepared for emergencies, in a context that is relatable and non-threatening.

The Ant Hill Disaster
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2014
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Cliques Just Don't Make Cents (Building Relationships)
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and management of social interactions.
Highlights importance of friendship and financial literacy.
Engaging narrative that fosters empathy and cooperation.
Ideal for enhancing communication skills among peers.

Cliques Just Don't Make Cents (Building Relationships)
Abbey Campbell Cook, Julia Cook, 2012
Award winning
My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Educates about autism through engaging Sesame Street characters.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of individual differences.
Supports social skills development with relatable scenarios.
Warm illustrations enhance connection and learning.

My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.

Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
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Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
