ittle learners get a little boost in social skills with this series of bright, fun, and age-appropriate picture books featuring sweet animals. Charlotte loves talking, singing, and playing. What Charlotte doesn’t love is sitting still, being quiet, and listening, which is a big problem at school. Charlotte’s overly social ways interfere with her friendships and her learning. Will Charlotte be able to modify her behaviour and learn when to be social and when to be quiet? A sweet and relatable picture book story that shines a light on social behaviours. AGES: 6 to 8 years AUTHOR: Beth Bracken’s books have been translated into multiple languages, and her picture books have won the 2011 Creative Child Award; the 2012 Eric Hoffer Book Award Grand Prize; and the 2013 Mom’s Choice Gold Award. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband, Steve, and their children. When she’s not reading, writing, or editing books, Beth spends most of her time knitting endlessly while watching re-runs of old TV shows and drinking lots of tea! SELLING POINTS:

Useful tool for teachers and parents in explaining the difference between being a good friend and being overly social

Perfect readaloud

Lots of books about shy kids, but not many for overly social kids