Meredith Johnson

When two friends vie for the part of Clara in "The Nutcracker, " who will get the part?

Jessica's mother has sent her to spend the summer with her aunt and uncle in the country. At first she hates the country, but then she meets a special pony that has been rescued from an animal shelter.

When the princess twins play in the garden, Emma is too concerned with getting dirty to have fun.

After spending hours preparing for their birthday party, the twin princesses Abby and Emma find that outward appearances should only be a reflection of inner beauty.

A typical day for a young boy.

Bertie's all-girl gang becomes involved in a harmless but heartfelt war with an all-boy gang, until Bertie's grandmother steps in with a perfect solution.

Ben and Becky cause hilarious excitement when they accidentally let a snake loose in the mall!

It's never too early for children to learn to recognize feelings of anger, express them, and build skills for coping in helpful, appropriate ways. In this reassuring and supportive book, children learn that it's okay to feel angry -- but not okay to hurt anyone with actions or words. They discover skills for self-calming, getting help, talking and listening, apologizing, being patient, and viewing others positively, so they can fell peaceful again....

Two little girls attend ballet class and eat strawberry ice cream afterwards.

Explains what sharing means and provides examples of different ways that two people can share what they both want, such as taking turns, dividing things, or playing together. Includes information and extension activities for parents or teachers.