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I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!

By Julia Cook

RJ always argues with “no” — until a surprising club teaches him another way.

humorous · relatable · encouraging · practical

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is I Just Don't Like the Sound of No! about?

RJ really dislikes hearing the word “no”. Whether he is talking with his parents or teacher, he keeps arguing, pleading and trying to turn “no” into “maybe”. When his teacher invites him to join the Say YES to NO Club, RJ learns that accepting an answer calmly and disagreeing respectfully can prevent arguments and earn positive recognition. With humour, rhymes and familiar situations, this story helps children practise managing frustration, listening to others and using polite, appropriate ways to express disagreement.

About the author

Julia Cook is an award-winning American author who writes fun storybooks that help children learn about kindness, friendship, listening and other useful life skills. Before becoming a writer, she worked as a teacher and school counsellor. Her popular books include My Mouth Is a Volcano! and A Bad Case of Tattle Tongue, which make learning enjoyable.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2011

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