Here’s a shortened version of the text with a focus on the key elements: --- **Subtitle:** Ages 8 to 88 **Sub-Subtitle:** A Guide for Middle Class Kids to be Street Smart **Author's Name:** Arman Loy --- **Set the Rules (and Stick to 'Em!)** --- 🚫 **Elevator Rules** Don’t press all the buttons—no, no! You’re not on a rocket, nowhere to go! And please, no FARTS—Elevators are stinky enough! --- 💬 **Relationship Rules** From ages 8 to 18, play it cool, Use your smarts as your secret tool. But once you’re grown, be brave and wise, Don’t let tricks catch you by surprise! --- **The Big M Rule** (M is for Money!) M is for Money, gold and green, Helps you do big things—and stay on the scene! Start earning early, don’t delay— Check out “Make Money Early” right away! --- **Time Rules** Tell 'em you’re busy, even if you’re chillin’. Time’s like snacks—don’t waste it spillin’. Want more money? Less doubt? Read “Make Money Early” and check it out! --- **Bob’s Hotdog House** Bob’s Hotdog Hut’s a tasty place, Mice in hotdogs, quite a taste! Pay us fast, or you’ll see— Your house is ours, tee-hee-hee! --- **Wands, Lies, and Junk Cars** Dragons don’t fly or breathe fire, Your nose won’t grow when you lie, Junk cars don’t turn into Ferrari, No fairy godmother doing your laundry! --- **Lead with Mystery** Use words your friends won’t get— Payphone (where’s the coin?), Rolodex (grandpa’s contacts), Floppy Disk (data diet), Telegram (paper trail), Beeper (before texting). --- **Make Money Early, Oh So Squirrely!** Make a list of bad words— Poop, fart, you get the gist! Grab a piggy bank, big and wide— When someone says a bad word, they can’t hide! **Tell Tales** Spin wild stories no one would believe, Cover adventure, crime, and fantasy! Story 1: The Mystery of the Banana Tree in the Jungle— Lila and Milo find a mystery lady and solve it with cleverness!

Spending a day with grandparents turns into an adventure filled with stories, surprises, and lots of love.

In the heart of a peaceful forest, Benny the Bear dreams of becoming a lawyer. Inspired by the wise old owl, Mr. Hoots, Benny sets out to learn the ways of the law, determined to help others solve problems. When a disagreement arises between the squirrels and rabbits over food storage, Benny steps up to mediate and offer a fair solution. Through his hard work, listening skills, and creativity, Benny shows that being a lawyer is not about fancy suits, but about kindness, fairness, and helping friends. Benny’s journey teaches young readers the value of listening, problem-solving, and working together to create harmony.

1. John asks Sydney to ride bicycles with him, but she tells him she’s going out with her father, leaving John to play alone. 2. Over the next few days, John sees that Sydney is always home and not playing outside like usual. He becomes curious about her behavior. 3. After noticing Sydney’s odd behavior for several days, John wonders if she’s hiding from him and decides to visit her at home to find out what’s going on. 4. When John visits, he learns that Sydney has a new cat, a gift from her father. Sydney apologizes for not telling him, and they happily plan to play together with the new pet.

Liam saved his superhero pups friends when they turned into zombies, bringing them back to normal.

Ewa and Hayden met each other as souls. However, the pain of their bodies meant that they hurt each other. However, their souls may reignite.

1. A girl 4 yo playing with her father. She plays a superhero costume. 2. She is pleased with her father's role as a Spiderman's enemy.

“There’s a monster under my bed and I know what you’re going to say but I swear there is! Every night when I’m laying in bed, I can hear it, a strange rumble, then scratch, scratch…. like claws scraping across the floor. So, it must be a monster. There’s no other explanation.” “I lie still trying to listen to the monster rustling about. But when I try to catch a glimpse, it’s always too dark. I can’t see a thing.” “I’ve tried keeping the lights on.” “I’ve tried checking under the bed before bedtime.” “And I’ve tried monster spray, but that just makes it sneeze” “So then I started thinking, what if the monster isn’t bad? What if it’s just lonely and needs a friend? I decided it was time to try something different.” “I take some of my favourite cookies and my favourite teddy. Maybe the monster would like those? So the next night, after dinner, I sneak them into bed. ‘Hi, Mr. Monster!’ I whisper, even though I’m still scared. ‘I brought you cookies…. And Ted, I’ll leave them here if you're hungry, but Ted is for cuddling, not eating!” “The next night, I hear it again: ‘Scratch, grrrrr, scratch!’. But this time I’m ready! I peek over the edge of the bed and wait.” “And then… I see it! A little nose pokes out, sniffing at the cookies, and then… a fat fluffy body and long fluffy tail! It’s not a monster at all! It’s my cat, Oscar!” “Oscar creeps from under the bed, stretches and hops right into my lap! I can’t believe it. The monster was my cat all along!” “Now, every night when I hear scratching under the bed, I smile because I know it’s not a monster. It’s just my cat, and he’s my friend now.” “Now, instead of getting scared, I just pat the bed and say, ‘Come on out, Oscar!’ And he does. Turns out having a monster cat under my bed is pretty awesome”

One morning at school, Katie was walking to her classroom when she saw Sarah sitting alone by the playground. Sarah had always been mean to Katie. She would make fun of her shoes, call her silly names, and sometimes push her when no one was looking. Katie didn’t like Sarah, and she definitely didn’t want to help her. But as Katie walked past, Sarah called out, “Hey, Katie! Can you help me with my math homework? I don't understand it.” Sarah started to cry. Katie stopped. Her first thought was, "Why should I help her? She’s never been nice to me." Katie felt her cheeks getting hot, and her fists clenched. She wanted to turn away and keep walking. After all, Sarah had been so rude to her before. Why should she be nice now? But then, something in her heart made her pause. She remembered what her mom always said: "Two wrongs don’t make a right." Katie wasn’t sure what that meant exactly, but she knew her mom would want her to be kind and helpful, even if it was hard. Katie took a deep breath and walked over to Sarah. "I’ll help you," she said, trying not to sound too grumpy. Sarah looked surprised but didn't argue. "Thank you so much, Katie." She said with teary eyes. Katie sat down beside her and helped Sarah with the math problems. They worked quietly for a few minutes, and slowly, Sarah began to smile. “Oh, I get it now,” Sarah said, her face lighting up. “Thanks, Katie. I didn’t know how to do this before." Sarah hugged Katie tightly. Katie felt proud of herself. It was hard to help someone who had been mean, but she felt like she had made the right choice. Even though Sarah wasn’t always kind to her, Katie knew she could still be the bigger person. As the bell rang and Katie stood up to go to class, Sarah said, “Hey, um, sorry about the stuff I said before. I wasn’t very nice.” Katie smiled and nodded. “It’s okay,” she said. She didn’t expect Sarah to change overnight, but at least she knew she had done something good.

Girl with autism knows how to solve math problems, and she feels that her autism disorder will affect her life

Mother: "Alright everyone, we're leaving in 15 minutes. Is everyone ready?" Son: "I'm ready! I packed my bag and brought my book for the car. What about you, Lucy?" Father: "Where's Lucy? We need to go soon." Lucy: "I'm here, but I don't like these shoes. They're uncomfortable." Mother: "Lucy, we need to leave soon. Can you try different shoes?" Lucy: "Other shoes are boring, but I really liked how these looked." Father: "Why not try your sandals? They’re comfy and cute." Lucy: "Okay, sandals are fine, but they don't match my dress." Father: "I can't believe we're late because of shoes!" Mother: "Let's keep calm. We can solve this quickly." Son: "Maybe Lucy can choose fun socks for the sandals?" Lucy: "Great idea! I'll pick the purple ones with stars." Mother: "That's great, Lucy! But please hurry up." Son: "Dad, while Lucy gets ready, can we pack some toys?" Father: "Sure, but just a few small ones." Son: "Do you think we'll hit any traffic?" Father: "I hope not. We'll take shortcuts if needed." Mother: "Don't worry about traffic. We have music and snacks." Son: "Where are the snacks? Are they packed?" Mother: "Yes, they're in my bag. Checked three times." Son: "Awesome! Can’t wait to munch on cookies." Lucy: "I've got my sandals on! How do I look?" Mother: "You look great, Lucy, ready for a fun day!" Father: "Finally! Can we get going now?" Mother: "Yes, let's head to the car, everyone."

forage for dandelion petals making honey foraging for beech leaves to taste, trunk that looks like an elephants foot, beech nut husks, green leaves with tiny hairs that look like a grannies chin on the outside of the beech. taste of apple peel

reaching a dream

Kross is excited to turn 3

Story about a teacher taking kindergarteners through their first year of school. Teaching, learning, playin

Brooklyn, a bright-eyed six-year-old girl with a heart full of dreams, and her adventurous three-year-old brother, Logan, embark on an enchanting journey to the mystical land of Azure Meadows, where unicorns roam freely, and dragons glide majestically across the sky. Their quest begins when they discover a hidden ferry, manned by a wise old owl, that promises to take them across the shimmering Silverlake to a magical forest filled with wonders. Armed with their imaginations and a map drawn in crayon, Brooklyn and Logan set out to find the legendary Crystal Unicorn, befriending curious creatures and facing playful challenges along the way. Their adventure is filled with laughter, courage, and the magic of discovery, as they learn that together, they can face any challenge and make their wildest dreams come true.

Maddison spends the day at Grandma and Grandpa's pool.

Embark on an enchanting adventure with "Little Raven's Journey: Magic Within," a heartwarming coming-of-age tale that follows a spirited young pagan boy named Kaya, embracing the wisdom of Mohawk culture. As Little Raven faces numerous tests of self-reliance, overcomes challenges, and confronts his biggest fears, he discovers that true magic flows within him. Join Kaya on a magical journey inspired by the rich traditions of his Pagan culture, where the natural world becomes his teacher and guide. Through the vibrant pages of this story, young readers will witness Kaya's growth, resilience, and the beautiful realization that, just like the ancient rhythms of nature, the magic of courage, kindness, and self-discovery flows within each and every one of us.

Matilda is a brilliant and kind-hearted girl who loves reading books and learning new things. But she has a terrible family who mistreats her and a cruel headmistress who hates children. The only person who appreciates Matilda's talents is her sweet and gentle teacher, Miss Honey. But Miss Honey has a secret of her own: she is the niece of the wicked headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who stole her inheritance and made her live in a tiny cottage. Matilda decides to use her extraordinary powers to help Miss Honey get back what is rightfully hers. Along the way, she discovers the true meaning of friendship, courage, and justice. Matilda and the Mystery of Miss Honey is a thrilling and heartwarming story that will inspire young readers to follow their dreams and stand up for what is right.

León, un niño de dos años, y su leal perro Theo se aventuran al bosque. Se pierden, pero el abuelo fallecido de León aparece para guiarlos. Él explica que siempre los cuida desde el más allá. Aconseja a León sobre la importancia de escuchar a quienes nos cuidan. Regresan a casa, donde León cuenta cómo el abuelo los ayudó. La moraleja es no arriesgarse sin necesidad, escuchar a quienes nos aman y recordar que aquellos que amamos siguen viviendo en nuestros corazones. El abuelo, desde el cielo, sonríe al verlos seguros.