Boss No More. Estelle Meens, $12.95 (ages 4-8)

What happens when one kid thinks they can always choose the game played on the playground? Or who gets to play, and who doesn't? Do you know a friend who is bossy? Are you?

Chicken, Pig, Cow's First Fight. Ruth Ohi, $6.95 (ages 4-6)

Chicken, Pig and Cow were best friends. They had never had a fight. Then one day Pig is in a bad mood and the best of friends have a big, bad fight. Can everyone still be friends?

Feelings FLASHCARDS. Todd Parr, $21.50 (ages 3-7)

A great way for kids to share — and learn about — all kinds of emotions.

Fox and Squirrel Make a Friend. Ruth Ohi, $14.99

Fox and Squirrel are the best of friends. But when Yellow Bird comes along, he and Squirrel frolic high up in the treetops where Fox can't reach. Fox feels like Squirrel doesn't need him anymore. Can Squirrel help Fox see that there's room in their friendship for another?

Ruth Ohi delivers another irresistible story about the adventures of two lovable friends, told through the same spare text and expressive watercolour illustrations as Fox and Squirrel. The simple text and joyful art together deliver a heart warming tale with a subtle but profound message about the strengths of friendship, loyalty, and acceptance.

Friends Always. Tanja Wenisch, $11.95 (ages 4-8)

A look at the ups and downs of childhood friendships.

Friends: Making Them and Keeping Them. Patty Kelley Criswell, $12.99 (ages 8 to 12)

Here’s all you need to know about making friends and making friendships last. The book includes tips and quizzes, plus true friendship stories.

Friendshape: an Uplifting Celebration of Friendship. Amy Krouse Rosenthal, illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld, $20.99

Friends shape who we are. They make us laugh. They fill us with fun. They stand by us during life's up and downs. And even when we disagree with our friends, if they're tried-and-true, they don't stay bent out of shape for long. That's the beauty of a good buddy. This joyous book rejoices in the simple beauties of friendship, and reminds readers of all ages that it's good to have a group of pals.

Friendship is Like a Seesaw. Shona Innes & Írisz Agócs, $12.50 (ages 4–7) 

Endearing illustrations and gentle text explore friends at their best — sharing, laughing, and playing together — as well as friends who sometimes say hurtful things, leave others out, or get a bit bossy. The authors go on to discuss what we can do to rebalance and fix our friendships, like talking about our feelings, looking at our own friendship skills, or taking a break.

The Invisible Boy. Trudy Ludwig, illustrated by Patrice Barton, $18.95

Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody ever seems to notice him or think to include him in their group, game, or birthday party... until, that is, a new kid comes to class. When Justin, the new boy, arrives, Brian is the first to make him feel welcome. And when Brian and Justin team up to work on a class project together, Brian finds a way to shine.

This gentle story shows how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish. Any parent, teacher, or counselor looking for material that sensitively addresses the needs of quieter children will find The Invisible Boy a valuable and important resource. 

Martha Mouse Plush Toy. $19.95

Martha the confident, imaginative, one-of-a-kind mouse is now available as a huggable, lovable plush toy!

Martha the (confident) Mouse. Written & illustrated by Karen Lang, $11.95

Martha, a shy and timid mouse, lives alone in a tree fort, high above a cottage. She dreams about the mice that live in the cottage, and the friendships she might enjoy… if only she could figure out a way to manage her worries … and feel confident about making new friends.

This charming story tackles shyness, teaching children concrete strategies to manage it. Martha’s simple idea is a straightforward and visual strategy, allowing her to manage her feelings of shyness and worry with confidence. It is also about having the courage to take a chance in a situation that may seem completely overwhelming, and the belief that one can find ways to manage and conquer one’s fears and trepidations.

Martha the (imaginative) Mouse. Written & illustrated by Karen Lang, $11.95

Martha, the sometimes shy and timid mouse, is back! This time she learns how to use her imagination and role play to develop a more confident and comfortable sense of self.

Martha the (one-of-a-kind) Mouse. Karen Lang, $11.95

Martha — a very imaginative mouse — discovers what makes her uniquely Martha!

My Manners Matter: a First Look at Being Polite. Pat Thomas, $9.50 (ages 3-5)

This delightful picture book helps young children understand that good manners are a simple way of showing kindness and respect to others.

It's pretty easy to join the cool crowd. All you have to do is ditch your best friend first....

Ruby Sings the Blues. Niki Daly, $8.50 (ages 6-10)

Ruby loves to be LOUD. Her sound-blasting voice is driving her parents, neighbors, teachers and friends crazy! Will Ruby ever learn to use her volume control?

Say Goodbye to Being Shy: a Workbook to Help Kids Overcome Their Shyness. Richard Brozovich & Linda Chase, $21.95

Say Goodbye to Being Shy is a book for children who struggle with extreme to occasional shyness. Shyness is a barrier to social and academic development which can prevent children from reaching their greatest potential. Say Goodbye to Being Shy offers focused activities with clearly stated purposes designed to move children from feelings of shyness to developing competence and skill.

Sometimes I Don’t Like to Talk (But Sometimes I Can’t Keep Quiet). Jessica Lamb-Shapiro, $26.95 (ages 4-7)

Early intervention for extreme shyness is the key to helping children reach the social and emotional milestones that shape their sense of self-worth.  Sometimes I Don’t Like to Talk tells the story of Emmy and her how she learns to face her fears, one step at a time.

The Survival Guide for Making and Being Friends. James Crist, $18.99 (ages 8-13)

Whether kids find socializing as natural as smiling or as hard as learning a foreign language, this book can help them improve their social skills so they can better enjoy the benefits of friendship. Practical advice covers everything from breaking the ice to developing friendships to overcoming problems. True-to-life vignettes, “what would you do?” scenarios, voluminous examples, quizzes to test learning, “Try This” assignments for practicing techniques, and advice from real kids make this an accessible life-skills handbook.

Too Close, Too Far, Just Right: a Game about Personal Space. Sandra Singer, $40.95 (ages 5-12)

Many kids, especially those with ADHD, autism, or Asperger’s, are unaware of the socially accepted physical boundaries that most of us take for granted. This game helps them learn what’s “too close,” “too far,” or “just right” in various social situations. Children take turns performing social scenarios described on Role Play Cards, and then the group decides whether their proximity to each other is appropriate for the particular situation. Players learn that standing too close or too far away can make people feel uncomfortable or confused in certain circumstances. Focused and fun, this game is a gentle way to help kids grasp the idea of personal space and thereby improve their relationships. For 4 to 8 players or teams, with a teacher or therapist.

Toodles and Teeny: a Story about Friendship. Jill Neimark & Marcella Bakur Weiner, $10.95 (ages 4-8)

When Toodles makes a new friend — a BEST friend — her other friends feel left out. What can Toodles do to make sure all her friends are happy?

Two of a Kind. Jacqui Robbins & Matt Phelan, $19.99 (ages 4-7)

The ins and outs of being in and out. This is a sweet story about the ‘in-crowd’, the outcasts and what it means to be a true friend.

Up and Down. Oliver Jeffers, $19.99 (ages 4-8)

Up and Down is an endearing story of what it means to stick by your friends.

We're All Friends Here. Nancy Wilcox Richards & Tom Goldsmith, $7.99

Arthur is messy and noisy. Sonny is careful and quiet. Can two boys who are so different ever be friends?

What Should I Do Now? A Game That Teaches Social Decision Making. Lawrence Shapiro, $32.95 (ages 8-18)

This game is designed to help children and youth understand the different reactions we can have in a variety of situations, and how our responses affect not just us, but those around us.

What to Do When It’s Not Fair: a Kid’s Guide to Handling Envy and Jealousy. Jacqueline Toner & Claire Freeland, $19.50 (ages 6-12)

Have you ever noticed how pirates use a spyglass to focus in on other ships or land in the distance? While they focus in on small things in the distance, they miss seeing other things around them. Sometimes they miss having fun. Sometimes they miss the beautiful treasure they already have!

Just like a pirate using a spyglass, kids may focus in on one thing that they want, and not notice all the good things they already have. WHAT TO DO WHEN IT'S NOT FAIR guides children and their parents through the difficult emotions of envy and jealousy using strategies and techniques based on cognitive–behavioral principles. This interactive self-help book is the complete resource for educating, motivating, and empowering children to cope with envy — so they can sail the high seas with pleasure!

Willow’s Whispers. Lana Button, illustrated by Tania Howells, $8.95 (ages 4-7)

When Willow speaks, her words slip out as soft and shy as a secret. At school, her barely audible whisper causes her no end of troubles. But Willow is as resourceful as she is quiet, and she fashions a magic microphone from items she finds in the recycling bin. But Willow’s clever invention is only a temporary solution. How will this quiet little girl make herself heard?

Without You. Geneviève Côté, $16.95 (ages 3-8)

After a falling out, two friends explore all the things they can do without each other … and discover that life is much sweeter when it’s shared with a friend.

The You & Me Workbook: a Book That Teaches Social Skills and Social Awareness. Lisa Schab, $36.95 (ages 5-9)

Using simple activities, puzzles and games this workbook is designed to help children learn and practice the basic social skills needed to develop and maintain healthy relationships.