Carefully selected, illustrated books introduce and reinforce necessary social skills. Each hardback was chosen for its clear focus on a social skill as well as a captivating story and lush illustrations. In The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?, for example, jealousy consumes Pigeon when the duckling gets a cookie just by asking ("Politely," the little duckling points out quietly).Evocative, full-color drawing will pull students into the story and teach them the importance of manners. Each book can be used one-on-one, in a small group setting, or for classroom guidance activities. This is a welcome resource for the school counselors, the classroom or the library. Grades K–3.