Listening & Co-operating

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Picture books about Listening & Co-operating from the Little Parachutes reviews library

These picture books encourage children to help out when asked. Most also encourage empathy and kindness.

Ask First, Monkey!

An important introduction to consent and boundaries for young children.

The Squirrels Who Squabbled

A laugh-out-loud tale about friendship and learning to share, two squirrels squabble over one nut but ultimately put their differences aside and co-operate.

A great picture book to help children explore their worries. While it is normal to feel anxious now and then, when anxiety escalates and can't be controlled, sitting down with your child and reading this book together should help.

The Dot

A wonderful picture book that encourages children to try new or challenging things, to explore their creativity and to have confidence in their abilities.

Take turns, Max and Millie

An ideal book to encourage a toddler to share.

Brody The Lion: The Shopping Flip

Teaching positive behaviour strategies to children experiencing big emotions, this fun picture book is particularly helpful for children with autism or sensory processing disorders.

I Don’t Want to Wash My Hands!

A good choice of picture book to share with a child who is reluctant to wash their hands.

That Fruit Is Mine!

An entertaining picture book that encourages children to co-operate and share.

That’s NOT how you do it!

This book demonstrates how we can all be good at things - but we don't always do them the same way. There are many different ways of doing things which are equally valid.

When a Dragon Comes to Stay

This lovely picture book promotes positive behaviour, but also gently suggests that even the most good-mannered and co-operative amongst us may struggle to be 'good' sometimes. A great starting point for a conversation about manners, treating others well and sharing.

Banana!

A simple and funny tale of two monkeys showing the importance of sharing, co-operation and saying "please".

Small Elephant’s Bathtime

Small children who are reluctant to take a bath or wash may recognise themselves in this simple and sweet book. There is a message for the reader here: co-operating with your parents is not so bad after all, and can lead to a lot of fun!

Will You Be My Friend?

This is a very useful guide to help children understand how friendships work. The content can be discussed with an adult, but could also be used as a self-help guide - a go-to resource if needed - to help children through tricky situations with their friends.

Doctor Monkey

This would be a great choice for a child who is poorly to read in bed.

I Can Make a Difference: A First Look at Setting a Good Example

Helps children to understand the importance of good manners, helping others and being considerate by setting a good example.

Angry Arthur

Acknowledges the overwhelming feelings of anger that children sometimes experience.

Manners in School

By encouraging children to behave in a thoughtful, polite and caring manner at school.

Hugh Shampoo

Children who dislike having their hair brushed, washed or cut may identify with the boy in the story.

At Home (Why Manners Matter)

This book covers the important aspects of living with others under the same roof while also providing good examples of the little things that can make life much more agreeable for everyone. It is written in a language that children can easily understand.

Never Say No to a Princess!

Sometimes children just can't stop themselves from asking for everything they see and in the modern consumerist society it is increasingly difficult for parents to say no to their children's demands. The little princess's parents give her all the sparkly things she wants whenever she asks for them but she is never happy and she never says please.

Eat Up, Max and Millie

An appealing board book for young children which may encourage them to try a wider range of foods and enjoy healthier eating.

How Should I Behave?

A good way to start a discussion with young children on what constitutes acceptable behaviour. Promotes good manners, co-operation, helping and politeness.

Why Should I Help?

Encouraging young children to help around the house and how co-operation and helping others is a positive trait.

Please and Thank You: A Pirate Pete and Princess Polly book

This appealingly illustrated book should encourage children to think of others and remember their manners.

Going Shopping (Why Manners Matter)

This book gives a view of many of the things important when going out shopping while also providing good examples of the little things that can make life much more agreeable for everyone both on the way to the shops and when buying things. It is written in language that children can easily understand.

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