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The Adventures of Jeff and Reed is a four-story anthology that captures the anxieties, desires, disappointments, and hard-earned triumphs that punctuate the tween years and the sometimes-uncomfortable transition from elementary to middle school. As Jeff and Reed grapple with life's uncertainties, young readers learn valuable lessons about perseverance, self-respect, courage, loyalty, and true friendship.

Maros is told to be an active listener, so he thinks that means gyrating his body whenever someone speaks to him! When he learns the real meaning of active listening, he has to make a choice. Will he give his full attention and really listen to his parents, teachers, and friends, or will he continue to only hear what he wants to hear? Marcos, Did You Hear Me? delivers a much-needed message to kids about what it takes to be a good listener. This is the second title in award-winning author Bryan Smith's new Social Strategies series, written for students in grades K-5.

Molly is stuck on a wild ride of her own making. She's been transported onto an anxiety-fueled streetcar that's filled will all her doubts, fears, and worries. Every time she has a test at school, or her daily routine gets messed up, she finds herself trapped on an out-of-control trolley with no exit. As her heart pounds and her knees buckle, she pleads with the operator to make it stop. But he can't. The only one who can get this trolley under control is Molly. As her stress and anxiety accelerate, can she figure out how to pull the brakes before her ride comes to a disastrous end?

Isaac is a second-grader who isn't afraid to bicker with his coach, talk back to his mom, or ignore the feelings of his friends, especially when he doesn't like their decisions or opinions! He pouts, deflects, and resists whenever he disagrees with someone. His rude, disrespectful words and actions are hurting his relationships at school and at home. All because he doesn't know how to compromise, negotiate, or stand up for himself without tearing others down. Can a caring teacher and a loving parent help Isaac learn to disagree appropriately and accept answers and results he doesn't like?

A master guide to social skills instruction, this fourth edition features thirteen new social skills that address issues related to personal autonomy, law enforcement interactions, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Special attention is given to helping educators and caregivers develop their cultural competence and better understand every child's self-identity. The manual now features 196 skills and focuses on the importance of teaching social skills to youth of all ages, the elements of social behavior (task and behavior analysis), individual and group teaching techniques, generalization of skills, the role of skill-based interventions for difficult youth problems, and the Boys Town Social Skills Curriculum itself.

The rumor mill at the middle school is running on full blast. All thanks to Harris. He saw Mateo joking around with Lily, and now he's telling everyone that the two are "lovebirds" and crushing on each other. But that rumor is a lie. Mateo and Lily are just good friends, but now their friendship is unraveling because of the stares, whispers, and jokes from their classmates. Mateo doesn't know why Harris started the rumor, but he's determined to stop it from spreading. If he can't, his friendship with Lily may be lost forever. Why is He Spreading Rumors about Me is a quick-read chapter book that shines a light on the uncomfortable feelings and sense of alienation felt by those who are the targets of lies, gossip, and rumors.

Izzy fears she's losing her gal pals, the friends she's had since first grade. Even though she's still part of the friend group, she feels increasingly isolated and disconnected. She's exhausted by all the drama and petty arguments. She wants her friendships to be happy and carefree like they used to be. But to make that happen, Izzy will need to look at herself and ask a difficult question: Am I the one causing all the drama? Why is Drama Always Following Me?is a quick-read chapter book that highlights the dangers of repeatedly interrupting, one-upping, and fibbing to your friends.

Why are Marcos and Lili fighting over the TV remote? For the same reason they fight over toys, the dog, and pretty much everything else. They don't like to share Can these two learn to negotiate, compromise, play fair, and take turns without screaming, fighting, and forcing Mom to be their referee?All about Sharingis an amusing tale with a valuable message - sharing isn't hard or painful when you do it right! This is the first title in award-winning author Bryan Smith's newSocial Strategiesseries, written for students in grades K-5.