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Elementary Lazy Ninja : A Children ’ s Book about Setting Goals and Finding Motivation by Mary Nhin ( Author ), Jelena Stupar ( Author )
setting movement goals .
This ninja has become lazy ! Instead of playing with friends and family , all he wants to do is watch TV or play on a tablet . Thankfully , a friend helps ninja to discover all the fun he is missing out on and the importance of
Life is hard ! And it ’ s even harder for children who are just trying to figure things out .
The new children ’ s book series , Ninja Life Hacks , was developed to help children learn valuable life skills . Fun , pint-size characters in comedic books easy
enough for young readers , yet witty enough for adults .
The Ninja Life Hacks book series is geared to kids 3-11 . Perfect for boys , girls , primary school students , toddlers , or early readers . Excellent resource for counselors , parents , and teachers alike .
Collect all the Ninja Life Hacks books and sets . Download fun free printables in the author ’ s profile !
Elementary Move ! by Lolly Hopwood ( Author ), YoYo Kusters ( Author ), Luke Flowers ( Illustrator )
Don ’ t read this book — play it !
Introducing an ingenious way to help kids get the 60 minutes of active play they need each day . Move ! is a book that combines imaginative play with movement . Hold it up to your face like a big pair of jaws and ROAR and STOMP like a dinosaur . Hold it by the die-cut handles to swing in a hip-to-hip motion while ROWING like a canoe . Or hold on tight and SPIN like a flying saucer .
This inventive format will excite the imaginations of kids and parents alike . Lively rhyming text and colorful , spirited illustrations prompt young readers to perform physical activities utilizing the book ’ s die-cut holes and handles . Move ! is a book that will foster a love for reading and a love for physical activity — a book designed to keep kids healthy , happy , and having fun . ** A 2016 National Parenting Product Awards ( NAPPA ) winner .
Elementary Get Up and Go ! by Nancy Carlson ( Author )
We all come in different shapes and sizes , and it doesn ’ t matter if you are tall , short , skinny , or round . Your body is your own , and you need to take care of it . Whether it ’ s a New Year ’ s resolution or simply time for a change , this book is the perfect catalyst to get readers moving . Vibrant , fun-filled illustrations and an encouraging text explain the many great reasons to exercise , from making new friends to going new places , or just because it ’ s good for your body . Nancy Carlson ’ s gleeful , kid-friendly story is sure to make readers young and old get up and exercise !
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