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All the Dirt: A History of Getting Clean

Katherine Ashenburg - Annick Press
Format: Hardcover

Cleanliness is next to godliness. At least that was the point of view espoused by John Wesley in 18th century England. But accounts of people bathing go back to the Bronze Age in the Indus Valley. All the Dirt on Getting Clean is a lively, informative exploration of the evolution of keeping...
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Bathe, Buff, and Beautify: DIY Crafts and Recipes for Natural Body Care

Aubre Andrus - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Nourish your body from head to toe with these simple handmade spa recipes. Using some of nature's best ingredients, such as sea salt, honey, essential oils, and beeswax, you'll craft soothing recipes like the Luxurious Lotion Bars, Sweet Dreams Cream, and the Good Morning Shower Steamer....
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Every Body's Talking: What We Say Without Words

Donna M. Jackson - Twenty-First Century Books (CT)
Format: Hardcover

- Bank Street College Best Children's Books of the Year - 2015 "Alone, the tip to mimic a superhero's stance to build confidence makes the title a worthwhile investment. . . . gift a copy to your child or child's teacher; help this extraordinary resource make the rounds."...
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Fabulous Hair

DK Publishing

Discover your own personal style with this fashionable guide. Young girls will learn how to style their hair to reflect their own unique personality. Twist your hair up into more than 30 hip hairdos. Whether your hair is long, short, straight, or curly - there's a style for everyo
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Feelings Forecasters: A Creative Approach to Managing Emotions

Maria Merc? Conangla - Schiffer
Format: Hardcover

Emotions are like the weather. Which meteorological conditions occur most often in your inner world? Are there any that you are really afraid of? How do you respond when you feel out of control? And if another person is out of control, how do you react? In this revolutionary approach to emotional...
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Getting Out and Getting Along: The Shy Guide to Friends and Relationships (Shy Guides)

Karen Latchana Kenney - Compass Point Books
Format: Library Binding

Some people are comfortable being alone most of the time. Others wish they had more courage and confidence to make more friends. Maybe youre somewhere in between or just want to have better social skills out in the world. This book provides coping skills, advice, and real-life examples...
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Gloss, Floss, and Wash: DIY Crafts and Recipes for a Fresh Face and Teeth (DIY Day Spa)

Bruce Balfour - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Face it! The skin on your face is more delicate than the skin on the rest of your body. The recipes in this book will help balance your skin in a natural way. Using some of natures best ingredients, such as rosewater, essential oils, witch hazel, and aloe vera gel, youll craft healing recipes...
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Hair Hacks: Your Tresses Troubles Solved!

Mary Boone - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Does your hair have a mind of its own? Frizz, fly-aways, and split ends be gone! Get the easy hair hacks you need to make every day a good hair day.
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Hair-Raising Hairstyles That Make a Statement

Rebecca Rissman - Compass Point Books
Format: Library Binding

Do you want to get your hairstyle noticed? Need a little inspiration? From fancy fishtail braids to edgy glitter fades, you'll find an extreme 'do to suit your style.
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Happy, Healthy Minds: A children's guide to emotional wellbeing

Life of School The - The School of Life
Format: Book

Our minds are beautifully complicated and brilliant machines. For much of our lives, these machines run efficiently with minimal maintenance. However, just like our other organs, they do require some proper attention every now and then. Recognizing this at an early age can only help as children...
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Healthy Body Image

Martha E. H. Rustad - Pebble Books
Format: Hardcover

Tall. Short. Big. Small. Bodies come in all shapes and sizes. They change as you get older. Making healthy choices, exercising, and getting enough sleep will help you be the best version of yourself. You only have one body, and it's important to love the one you have.
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It's OK Not to Be OK: A Guide to Well-Being

Claire Eastham - Sterling Children's Books
Format: Hardcover


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Life Hacks for Kids

SUNNY KELLER - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Life Hacks for Kids, a top-rated YouTube show starring Sunny Keller, comes alive in the pages of this completely original and unique book. Packed with 35 popular "hacks" from the show, plenty of original photographs, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the creation of the show,...
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Lotions, Potions, and Polish: DIY Crafts and Recipes for Hands, Nails, and Feet

Aubre Andrus - Capstone Press
Format: Print book

Care for your hands, feet, and nails with these simple, natural recipes and crafts. Using some of nature's best ingredients, such as cocoa powder, olive oil, beeswax, and oats, you'll make essential homemade recipes like a Sea Salt Hand Scrub, a Cooling Sore Muscle Butter, and a Nail...
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Makeup and Skin Hacks: Your Skin Situations Solved!

Rebecca Rissman - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Do breakouts have you down? Does your eye shadow look more raccoon than super model? Never fear! All of the tips you need to keep your skin glowing and your makeup on pointe are right here.
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Making Friends

Steffi Cavell-Clarke - Crabtree Pub Co
Format: Library Binding

Friendships are important relationships that teach us how to treat others the way that we would want to be treated. Often, friends share the same values, which are things that are important to us. Children will learn how making friends is an important way to build strong, inclusive communities...
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Mindful Me: Mindfulness and Meditation for Kids

Whitney Stewart - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover

Sometimes kids' lives can get busy and out of control, and worries can take over. When that happens, knowing how to pause and regain composure with mindfulness can help! This easily digestible guide introduces kids to mindfulness as a way to find clarity, manage stress, handle difficult...
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My Amazing Body Machine: A Colorful Visual Guide to How Your Body Works

DK. - DK Children
Format: Hardcover

A unique and exciting visual guide to the human body, with specially commissioned handcrafted illustrations that make this amazing machine accessible and engaging for children.From the intricately wired brain and structured skeleton to the relentlessly pumping heart and rising and falling...
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My Mixed Emotions: Help Your Kids Handle Their Feelings

DK. - DK Children
Format: Hardcover

This super-useful book is packed with helpful hints, tips, and techniques showing children how to recognize and express their emotions.Feelings can be tricky, so My Mixed Emotions is here to coach children through a variety of situations including dealing with bullying, grief, and how to cope...
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Nighttime Fears

Hilary W Poole - Mason Crest
Format: Library Binding

If you are afraid of the dark, you are not alone. In fact, its one of the most common fears kids haveand it can plague adults, too! And fear of the dark is just the beginning: whether youre troubled by monsters or burglars or tomorrows math quiz, nighttime can be a scary period for many...
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Respecting Others

Steffi Cavell-Clarke - Crabtree Publishing Company
Format: Hardcover

Being respectful means that we behave in a way that shows the people around us that we care about their feelings and rights. Children will learn ways to show respect to others using manners, obeying laws, showing empathy, and having respect for yourself too.
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The Science of Quiet People: The Shy Guide to the Biology of Being Bashful

Ruth Bjorklund - Compass Point Books
Format: Library Binding

Shy? Introverted? Social anxiety? What does it all mean and what's the difference among these? This book introduces readers to all they ways that a person can be "shy", "introverted", and "anxious". It explores the biological reasons for quieter and less-social...
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Skin & Nails: Care Tips for Girls

Julie Williams - American Girl
Format: Paperback

Skin & Nails: Care Tips for Girls (American Girl Library)
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Spray, Smooth, and Shampoo: DIY Crafts and Recipes for Healthy Hair

Aubre Andrus - Capstone Press
Format: Print book

Experience hair care flair with these simple, all-natural recipes and fun crafts. Using some of nature's best ingredients, such as jojoba oil, apple cider vinegar, banana, and shea butter, you'll make essential recipes like an Itchy Scalp Mask, a Tame Those Tangles Spray, and a Deep...
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Superpowered: Transform Anxiety into Courage, Confidence, and Resilience

Renee Jain - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Book

The first of its kind! This how-to book from two psychology experts--packed with fun graphics and quizzes--will help kids transform stress, worry, and anxiety by uncovering their inner superpowers. Perfect for fans of The Confidence Code for Girls and Raina Telgemeier's Guts. Now more...
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Symptoms and Treatments of Anxiety Disorders

Hilary W Poole - Mason Crest
Format: Library Binding

Anxiety disorders are by far the most common mental-health challenge for kids and teenagers. This book introduces readers to the various types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and more. Readers will also find an overview of the different treatments...
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Tangles, Growth Spurts, and Being You: Questions and Answers About Growing Up

Nancy Loewen - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Why is my face breaking out? How do I fit in when I'm taller than everyone else? Four diverse peer mentors answer more than 30 common questions about growing up posed by tween girls, providing sound advice that's not only kid-friendly but also expert approved.
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That's Awkward!: The Shy Guide to Embarrassing Situations

Megan Cooley Peterson - Compass Point Books
Format: Library Binding

Embarrassing and awkward situations happen to everyone. But to some people, everyday situations can feel awkward and embarrassing. From going to a new place for the first time and joining a new sport team or club to tripping in the cafeteria and walking around with your pants unzipped,...
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You Are Awesome

- Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Hardcover

WHAT IF YOU COULD BECOME AWESOME AT (ALMOST) ANYTHING?It's not as impossible as you might imagine. If you're the kind of person who thinks ... I need a special type of brain to do math You're either good at sports or you're...
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You Talking to Me?: Discover the World of Words, Codes, Emojis, Signs, Slang, Smoke Signals, Barks, Babbles, Growls, Gestures, Hieroglyphics & More

Catherine Ham - MoonDance Press
Format: Hardcover

There are more than 7,000 human languages, and that number only includes spoken languages!Wow! Add in other human languages of codes, symbols, and gestures, and the number becomes more impressive. Who knew there were so many fun and interesting ways to communicate?Add in the acoustic, chemical,...
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Your Brain: Understanding Your Bodys Control Center

Jeff Szpirglas - Crabtree Pub Co
Format: Library Binding

This comprehensive title examines the structures and functions of the brain. Accessible text and supportive design elements introduce different parts of the brain and explain their key functions. Readers will also discover how the brain interprets and responds to messages received from...
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