Focus on some of the many conflicts between Thomas Jefferson's political philosophies and the reality of American life. Chief among these was his belief that an economy based on the virtuous independent farmer had no need of imports or exports, which led to the controversial Embargo Act of 1807.

"How do two well-meaning people who genuinely care about each other end up in a damaged, unsatisfying relationship? Every couple faces conflict and often the root of the problem is how we're not getting our needs met. Initially, we will try to remedy it with reasonable requests--or hints--and a kind tone. But when that fails, we feel disempowered, which leads to sighs, eye rolls, silences, subtle put-downs, insults, and even threats. These are power...

Bunny, the purple rabbit, is being loud. His friend Big, the blue bear, keeps asking him to be quiet, but nothing works. Bunny continues to be loud on the bus, at plays, and even at the library, before Big asks readers for help by encouraging better choices.

"Gory Rory Fangface is having a terrible day and the last thing he needs is a kiss. A laugh-out-loud book about managing frustration when things don't go to plan, and about the power of affection to put things right"--Publisher's description.

Michael's inability to catch the ball overshadows his wide receiver speed, but thanks to his teammates' observations and a visit to the doctor, Michael soon earns his triple threat status.

Getting frustrated is a part of life! And, whether Kiki is working on squeezing toothpaste right onto her toothbrush, getting the zipper to slide all the way up her jacket, or spreading cream cheese on a bagel, she learns that taking a deep breath, saying No Biggy! and trying again helps manage frustration.

Bad days are the worst! Like when your mom tells you that you can't wear your mermaid costume to the dentist and the ballet teacher says you can't pirouette in rain boots and the cat steals your pencil - those days are the WORST worst!

Un día, una niña amanece con una magnífica idea en su cabeza. Con la ayuda de su perro y asistente decide dedicarse a construirla. Sabe cómo será. Sabe cómo funcionará. Y piensa que será muy fácil crearla. Pero cuando se pone manos a la obra, se da cuenta de que es una tarea más difícil de lo que ella pensaba...Trabaja, trabaja y trabaja, ¡pero no consigue que funcione! Pero entonces su ayudante logra convencerla de que se tome un descanso,...

Dot grows increasingly frustrated that she is not perfect at anything.