Reading can be a fantastic way for children to better understand themselves and others, as well as learn valuable life lessons that will help them make better decisions in their future real-world situations. That’s what the Respecting Myself and Others book set from Excellerations® seeks to do, by using thirteen titles that offer lessons and ideas on a variety of unique developmental topics, including self-confidence, manners, following rules and much more. Use these books to help students develop respect and compassion for others, as well as form responsible decision making ideas during this important period of cognitive development.

Stop bullying before it even starts with books that teach students how to get along with others in a way that is compassionate and respectful. Teach children it’s okay to show their feelings and lift them up with stories about being a good friend and being self-confident. The 13 books in this collection make for fantastic stories for story time and fit right into any classroom library or daycare collection. With a diverse cast of characters and full color illustrations and photographs, the stories in this collection don’t just make learning relatable and interesting, but they make it fun - kids will be eager to follow along and will be more receptive to these ideas in the future.

In this complete book set, an interesting and diverse cast of characters learns about life, social skills, emotions, responsibility and much more, all in engaging lessons meant to assist children in their social emotional development. These books make fantastic additions to any classroom, child care center, nursery school or guidance counselor office as the informative lessons in each book are great for teachable moments, story time, informative lessons or as casual teaching tools. Add them a library, reading center or preschool for an easy to access way to teach about social and emotional responsibility.

The 24 books included in this set are essential tools for any child’s cognitive development, and are great for any child, including those with autism, ADHD or special needs. Each set of 24 books includes four different sets, which focus on a specific theme, and six individual books that teach lessons about ideas regarding that theme. Social and emotional skills are important predictors for success and well-being in every child’s future, and with relatable lessons, high-quality illustrations and engaging stories that don’t use a heavy-handed approach, these books are effective, informational tools.