It's My Way or the Highway
It's My Way or the Highway
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It's My Way or the Highway

Written by Julia Cook & illustrated by Kyle Merriman
Book #1 in the The Leader I'll Be Series
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5 - 10
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32
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Feb 20, 2019
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Cora June is B-O-S-S-Y! And her bossiness is getting in the way of her success. She points out her teacher’s boring assignments. She dictates the games people play at recess. She even objects to family dinners. If Cora June doesn’t get her way, she can make life miserable for those around her. Will anyone put the brakes on her outlandish demands? And will Cora June ever realize that she can be a leader, but still be flexible? With help, Cora June learns that there is a difference between being assertive and being bossy. See what additional lessons are learned in this eye-opening tale about the benefits of not always getting your way. This is the first title in an exciting storybook series, The Leader I’ll Be! book series which includes: It’s My Way or the Highway - Cora June learns to be assertive and flexible without being bossy.The I in Integrity - Can Cora June do the right thing…even when no one is looking? Good Things Come to Those Who Wait - In a world consumed by instant gratification, can Cora June stay calm and patient? The Great Compromise - Cora June sees that future leaders must learn to compromise and show they are willing to listen to others.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781944882372
    Publication Date
    February 20, 2019
    Publisher
    Boys Town Press
    Original Publication Date
    February 16, 2019
    Page Count
    32
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 10 years

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