But Why Can't I?
But Why Can't I?
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But Why Can't I?

Written by Sue Graves & illustrated by Desideria Guicciardini
Part of the Our Emotions and Behavior Book Series
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4 - 8
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28
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Jun 1, 2011
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Children sometimes find it hard to follow rules. This encouraging book joins Noah and his babysitter, Jenny, who shows him how rules help keep people safe, healthy, and happy. Our Emotions and Behavior seriesThe Our Emotions and Behavior series uses cheerful brightly illustrated stories to help kids understand how their emotions and actions are related–and how they can learn to manage both. At the end of each book, a two-page series of pictures invites kids to tell a story in their own words. A special section for adults suggests discussion questions and ideas for guiding children to talk about their feelings.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781575423760
    Publication Date
    June 1, 2011
    Publisher
    Free Spirit Publishing
    Original Publication Date
    January 1, 2011
    Page Count
    28
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2011001563

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