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Don't Pop Your Cork on Mondays!: The Children's Anti-Stress Book

Adolph Moser

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

GREAT BOOK FOR KIDS (AND THEIR PARENTS, TOO) ! 5 out of 5 stars.
31 of 33 people found this review helpful.

Dr. Moser gives kids an easy-to-understand look at stress and offers great coping skills in this delightfully illustrated book. I got this book for my children after our family moved to a new city and we were all showing signs of "Popping Our Corks". This book was GREAT! The kids (and mom and dad, too) are still using Dr. Moser's relaxation techniques/coping skills to deal with our ever stressful lives. It was such an enjoyable book, the kids didn't even realize they were learning valuable skills to use for a lifetime. I would recommend this book to anyone!

Counseling Kids 5 out of 5 stars.
24 of 24 people found this review helpful.

I am a counseling intern working with a head start type program that works with parents and preschoolers. I used this book to teach the children and parents about stress management! The book teaches children breathing techniques, guided imagery, and progressive muscle relaxation (all stress reducing activities that are used for adults).
For preschoolers, I skipped over some of the big words, but it has great illustrations and comparisons! It takes a difficult to understand concept and makes it understandable and managable for children.

Editorial Review:

The Emotional Impact Series...

In this very informative and highly entertaining handbook for children, Dr. Adolph Moser offers practical approaches and effective techniques to help young people deal with stress.

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot (Astro-Activity Book O'Fun)

Dav Pilkey

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Great story!!! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

My 6 year old son's reading level was in between. Not good enough for some books but others that he could read were too babyish. This series is a wonderful compromise. It has the look and feel of the Capt. Underpants which is still out of his reach but so very interesting to him. While driving from Florida to NY state, when given the choice between watching a video or reading he chose to read the Mighty Robot, he's never made that choice on his own before. On top of all this, it is a warm, funny story that appeals to the first grade male population, a great find.

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Join Ricky and his Mighty Robot as they take a break from saving the solar system from certain destruction. With cool crossword puzzles, witty word finds, perplexing puzzles, and just-hilarious jokes, this activity book is a whole galaxy of fun. It will also include fun facts about the solar system and other super-duper space-related stuff. As an added bonus, it will also include a free bound-in sticker sheet featuring Ricky, his Robot, and the bad guys from each planet.

Big Dog and Little Dog Wearing Sweaters: Big Dog and Little Dog Board Books

Dav Pilkey

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Big Dog and Little Dog Wearing Sweaters 4 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This is a very cute book about one dog helping another dog. My one year old really enjoyed the simple pictures of the dogs. The book teaches the concept of big and small and is a great example of friendship.

A Sweet, Simple Tale 5 out of 5 stars.
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I'm glad I've resumed looking at some board books lately, otherwise I would not have known that Dav PIlkey has a whole series of "BIg DOg and Little Dog" books. FOr the slightly older reader (and their parents, teachers, or guardians), Pilkey is the very, very funny, but scatologically inclined author of the "Captain Underpants" series. These ppurposefully amateur forays into elementary- and middle school-age comedic sensibilities (underwear, toilets, etc.) are more clever than they sound, but probably not what I'd want to read to someone around 2 years old. They have enough toilet concerns without worrying about them exploding.

Big DOg and Little Dog is a mere 14 pages long, but it conveys a nice message about helping others, feeling their feelings, and how one might enjoy what one has when your buddy can enjoy it too. It's especially effective because the dogs's sizes are quite different, but they obviously are great friends anyway. Little Dog has a sweater, but Big Dog doesn't, and this makes him sad. He begins runnaging through a drawer, and Little Dog helps him. (ABove the dresser, there's a cute framed photo pof the two dogs with the woman they live with). After messing up the dresser (a good laugh here), Big DOg finda nice green argyle sweater, Little Dog inexplicably comes away with a sock in his mouth! Big DOg struggles to put on the Big Sweater, and Little Dog "is helping some more." The last pictures are great examples of what the lawyers often call "res ipsa loquitur"--"the thing speaks for itself." Now that each dog has a sweater to call his (or her) own, they cuddle together in front of the fireplace, each "warm and happy." Big, clear, and uncluttered illustrations make this an easy and appealing read. However, it's a pretty simple story, so I recommend it for a very young audience.

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It's wintertime, and Little Dog is snug in his red doggy sweater. Big Dog wants a sweater, too. Where will they find one? In a dresser drawer, of course! The two lovable canines find more adventure in this newest addition to the heartwarming board book series.

Capt Underpants Boxed Set (1-4) W/ Sound Chip (Captain Underpants)

Dav Pilkey

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Watch out, the book aren't hardcover! 4 out of 5 stars.
7 of 8 people found this review helpful.

I only rated it 4 stars because these books are in soft cover. Only the outer cover is a hard box. Hard cover on the Amazon site is misleading. Otherwise, this is a fun book set that the kids enjoy. Thanks

Editorial Review:

With more than 35 million copies in print, the Captain Underpants books are one of the bestselling series of the decade. Now readers of all ages can enjoy a deluxe boxed collection of the first four books about the underpanty-wearin' superhero who fights for Truth, Justice, and all that is Pre-Shrunk and Cottony! This set features a groovy glow-in-the-dark cover and a super-cool sound chip that says "Tra-La-Laaaaa!" every time you open the box-perfect for annoying boring grown-ups!

The Captain Underpants Collection, Volume 1, includes:

The Adventures of Captain Underpants

Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets

Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space

Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants

Big Dog and Little Dog: Big Dog and Little Dog Board Books

Dav Pilkey

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The first story your child will be able to understand 4 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

I have a real fondness for this book, because it's the first story my son was able to understand. It's about two dogs, Big Dog and Little Dog. They become hungry, eat, and then curl up together to go to sleep. It's a very simple story, with very simple pictures, told in very simple language: "Big Dog is hungry...Little Dog is hungry, too...Big Dog is sleepy...." And therein lies its magic. It's so darn simple that a baby can understand it. My son was not quite one when I started reading it to him. I remember being so excited at the prospect of a real story after all those months of "naming" books. And when I realized he understood what was going on, it was heaven. Now my son is two and a half and has moved on, so to speak. (The book is probably best enjoyed by the under-two crowd.) But this book has become one of my standard baby gifts.

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Like most dogs, Big Dog and Little Dog go for walks, play in puddles, and snuggle up for a nap when they are sleepy, but sometimes they can be a bit mischievous, and downright silly.

god bless the gargoyles

Dav Pilkey

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Now more than ever... 5 out of 5 stars.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful.

Today is the Friday following the tragic attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. For some reason, I went through my stacks of children's books this evening (I'm a teacher BTW), and I had to pull this one out. I've never been able to get through this story/poem without my voice cracking and tears in my eyes, but this evening - it was full scale balling! The words and images just seem to fit so well with the way we're all feeling.
"God bless the hearts and the souls who are grieving
for those who have left, and for those who are leaving.
God bless each perishing body and mind, God bless all creatures remaining behind.
God bless the dreamer whose dreams have awoken.
God bless the lovers whose hearts have been broken."
Buy this book and share it with those you love!!

very touching 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

great book, beautiful illustrations. I bought several copies to give my daughter's teachers. It sums up how society treats people who are different and really brings home to kids and adults how we need to change our thinking and actions towards everyone. Dav Pilkey expresses these thoughts through beautiful illustrations and thought provoking words. I would recommend this book to anyone who has a gargoyle in their lives- God bless them.

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A remarkable book that dispels myths about gargoyles and offers a message of hope for all lonely and neglected souls.

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Voodoo Vultures from Venus (Ricky Ricotta, No. 3)

Dav Pilkey

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Not as strong 3 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

Ricky Ricotta's Giant Robot Vs. the Voodoo from Venus isn't as strong an outing as the previous two books in this series. But it's still a good read.

Ricky and his robot are in trouble at home and lose their tv privileges. This allows them to avoid being hypnotized by a vulture bad guy on Venus who wants to (you guessed it) take over Earth. As usual, Ricky is resourceful and the Robot is strong and the good guys save the day.

Ricky Ricotta's Giant Robot vs.Voodoo Vultures from Venus 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I'm just nuts for this series of Ricky books that my mommy has bought me. I can't wait till number 4 comes out! The Mecha-Monkeys from Mars.I'm sure my mommy's is getting tired of reading the same three books to me night after night.thank you Mr.Pilkey!!

A Great Battle 3 out of 5 stars.
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It was a good book because of the great battle. The voodoo vultures from venus sure did get a a good beating. The pictures are really great. Rickys Ricotta's Robot is really mighty robot. I think Kindergardeners - Second grade would like this book a whole lot.

Editorial Review:

From the bestselling author of Captain Underpants comes Ricky Ricotta¹s Giant Robot. A small mouse named Ricky Ricotta and his friend, a giant flying Robot, save the planet from Victor Von Vulture and his vicious Voodoo Vultures!

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. The Mecha-Monkeys From Mars

Dav Pilkey

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Pilkey strikes again 4 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

We just had to get the latest Ricky Ricotta book as my 4 1/2 year old son is in love with Ricky Ricotta and Captain Underpants. I find the Ricky Ricotta series a little less humorous and more boiler plate than the Captain Underpants series, however my son loves them both. The Flip-O-Ramas are great as usual and my son now makes up the sound effects. He also really enjoys going through how to draw each character at the end. He hasn't tried to actually draw them yet. All of the books in this series have a villain from another planet who Ricky Ricotta's Giant Robot is able to defeat and put in jail. My son loves seeing the old villains in the jail windows at the end of the story. I sure hope the next book in the series comes out soon because I don't know how long my son can wait. If your kids like Captain Underpants, Ricky Ricotta is likely to be a favorite, although I think some older kids may find it boring in comparison. It is easier to read, however, and would be a good book for a beginning reader to read themselves.

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Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot are in trouble! After crashing the Ricotta family mini-van while using it as a skateboard, they have to earn some money fast to pay for the repairs. Meanwhile, on MARSŠ mean Major Monkey is making plans to enslave mousekind!

Make Way For Dumb Bunnies (pob)

Dav Pilkey

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A Great Find for the Right Audience! 5 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

The type and level of humor in this very funny book is shown in the first four pages: 1. "Early one morning, the Bumb Bunnies were spending some quality time apart (picture of house)". 2. "Poppa Bunny was watching the Super Bowl (bunny with football helmet eating popcorn and watching BOWLING on TV)." 3. "Momma Bunny was watching the Orange Bowl (bunny watching a bowl of oranges while spilling a bag of "MOMCORN")." 4. "...and Baby Bunny was watching the Toilet Bowl... (bunny cheering a toilet)." If this is offensive, you may not want to buy the book. However, for those who like a silly, well-constructed, and colorfully illustrated tale, this is a winner.

The rest of the plot revolves loosely around various trips to the beach, the movies, etc., and is propelled by abundant puns and sight gags (most of which are NOT based on toilet humor). I found it genuinely funny, and an improvement on "The Dumb Bunnies Go to the Zoo"; here the bunnies seem somehow more endearing. The gags are funnier and, sometimes, even sophisticated!

As usual, Dav Pilkey's illustrations are zanily bright and colorful without overwhelming the eyes. I tried to find out the media he used, only to find them listed as "watercolors, India ink, acrylics, gouache, skim milk, and Vick's Vap-O-Rub!" A very entertaining book for any young reader who enjoys the silly, especially those old enough to get the verbal and visual puns. Pilkey's "Captain Underpants" books deliver even more imaginative "bathroom" type humor, but at a higher reading level.

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Meet the Dumb Bunnies. They eat lunch in a carwash. They go bowling in a library. And they ice-skate on the bottom of a lake. Everything the Dumb Bunnies do is REALLY dumb--but lots of fun.

One stormy morning, the Dumb Bunnies decide it's perfect beach weather, so they pack up their car, jump on their bikes, and head for the sand. Waste a few brain cells and spend a silly, action-packed day with the Dumb Bunnies!

Dragon's Halloween (Pilkey, Dav, Dragon Tales.)

Dav Pilkey

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Great Read 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

That Dragon, he is the cutest dragon and this is a great story. He is so clever with the jack-o-lantern and for anyone who's walked through the dark wood at night while the wind blows can identify with this. It's a great story for kids. I have all of Dragon's books and my child and I like them all. Don't hesitate, buy this book!

Three cute stories to scare you on Halloween 5 out of 5 stars.
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"Dragon's Halloween" contains three stories all about Dragon and, what else, Halloween. Some things are meant to be.

We know this is a good dragon before even opening the book. How? See on the cover? Watch the mama cat and her five young cats. They surround Dragon in friendship.

Turn the page and Story 1 begins: "Six Small Pumpkins." Dragon is going about his collection of one giant pumpkin for Halloween and is seeking it in the Free Pumpkin Patch, but voila, all the giant ones are gone! Oh my, what to do?

Dragon collects the remaining six and conceives a plan for making these little ones scary! His friends Alligator and Fox come along and pretty much laugh at Dragon for thinking he can make something scary out of things so small. They are on the ground laughing their heads off. BUT!! When Dragon lights the candles in the pumpkin, they screech with terror and flee the scene. Yikes! Even Dragon is frightened by the Pumpkin Scary Man he has created. He runs home, hides under the bed, where he stays until it is time for Story 2.

The next two stories are just as scary and humorous: "The Costume Party" and "The Deep Dark Woods." Poor Dragon.

Dav Pilkey, the author/artist, created this darling character before he created Captain Underpants, known to children far and wide. Dragon is just as beloved, except by a younger audience.

Editorial Review:

Dragon loves spooky Halloweens! But when he buys six small pumpkins that his friends tell him will never be scary, Dragon must come up with creative ways to make this Halloween just perfect. Dragon's antics are endearing and silly, and Dav Pilkey's sweet illustrations will have readers laughing aloud and reaching for this story every Halloween.