This book tells the story of a young wildcat growing up in the mountains of California and learning how to survive in the wild. During the hot summer season, the region experiences devastating wildfires that threaten the lives of many animals. Wildlife rescuers step in to save injured animals and care for them until they are strong enough to return to nature. Through gentle storytelling and viv…
In this charming picture book, Croc struggles with impatience — he doesn’t like waiting his turn or slowing down. Through a relatable story and bright, expressive illustrations, children see how impatience affects others and how Croc learns strategies to become more patient. The book is designed for early years and lower primary, combining storytelling with gentle social-emotional learni…
Cheetah loves to win, but he doesn’t always handle losing well. In this engaging picture book, children follow Cheetah as he learns the importance of fair play, taking turns, and respecting others. The story is told with humor and colorful illustrations, making it easy for young readers to relate. As part of the Behaviour Matters! series, the book includes discussion prompts and activities…
Giraffe feels sad and excluded when the other animals won’t let him join in their games. Through this gentle story, children learn about the impact of bullying and exclusion, and the importance of kindness and empathy. The bright illustrations and relatable animal characters make the book engaging for young readers. As with other Behaviour Matters! titles, discussion prompts and activities…
Monkey is so busy chattering and rushing about that he doesn’t listen to instructions — which leads to all sorts of trouble! Through this lighthearted story, children see the importance of listening carefully, paying attention, and respecting others. With lively illustrations and a playful narrative, the book is perfect for introducing young children to self-regulation skills. The discus…
Panda feels jealous when his friends get attention or things that he doesn’t have. This story helps children understand what jealousy is, why it happens, and how to cope with those feelings in a positive way. With expressive illustrations and a gentle, humorous tone, it makes a tricky emotion accessible to young readers. As with other titles in the Behaviour Matters! series, the book inclu…
Llama enjoys teasing others, but soon realizes that his jokes hurt his friends’ feelings. Through this story, children learn that making fun of others is unkind and can damage friendships. With lively illustrations and simple language, the book makes the issue of teasing easy to understand for young readers. Like the other Behaviour Matters! titles, this book ends with helpful discussion q…
Gecko gets upset and frustrated when things don’t go his way. But through trial and error, he begins to learn strategies for calming down and dealing with his emotions more positively. With cheerful illustrations and a relatable storyline, this book helps children understand that frustration is normal — and that there are healthy ways to handle it. As with other Behaviour Matters! titles…
Rhino is big and strong, but sometimes he forgets his manners. He barges past friends, doesn’t say “please” or “thank you,” and upsets others without meaning to. Through a simple, engaging story, children learn why politeness matters and how good manners help build better friendships. Bright illustrations, a touch of humor, and relatable animal characters make the message clear and…
Sloth would rather nap and dawdle than get things done. But when his friends need him, he realizes that being too lazy can let others down. With encouragement, he learns how good it feels to be active, responsible, and helpful. This cheerful story uses humor and relatable situations to show children the difference between rest and laziness, encouraging them to take initiative and feel proud …