How to Apologize

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A funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say Im sorry.

Wouldnt the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say youre sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friends balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloths toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesnt have to be complicated.

Author Bio

David LaRochelle is a recipient of the Sid Fleischman Humor Award and the author of many books for young readers, including Isle of You, illustrated by Jaime Kim, and See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog, illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka. David LaRochelle is very sorry that he stole his sisters diary and read it to his next-door neighbor when he was ten years old. Youll find him repentant and living in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Mike Wohnoutka has illustrated more than twenty books for young readers, including the ALA Notable Book Moo!, written by David LaRochelle. He is also the author-illustrator of several picture books, including the Croc & Turtle series. Mike Wohnoutka sincerely apologizes for pouring an entire carton of milk down the air vents of his third-grade classroom. He and his family have no regrets about living in Minneapolis.