Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Body and health

Book SynopsisA healthy mind is essential for a healthy life. In this book, young readers will learn all the ways they can keep their minds healthy through activity, diet, sleep and stress management.

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Book SynopsisDo scrapes make you squeamish? Do papercuts make you cringe? You're not alone. In this book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of blood and discover simple tips for confronting this fear safely. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fear of blood.

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Book SynopsisThe runaway romance now a major motion picture streaming on Netflix, starring Virginia Gardner and Alex Aiono! Two teens embark on a journey to Spain to discover the meaning of love, death and everything in between in this star-crossed love story for fans of The Fault in our Stars, Five Feet Apart and All the Bright Places.Mia has had a heart condition her whole life. She’s not afraid of dying but something has always stopped her from her biggest fear: tracking down her biological mother in Spain . . . until now. Kyle has always been the life of the party . . . that was until the car accident that killed his best friend. Now he’s willing to do just about anything to escape his reality.   After a twist of fate, Mia and Kyle meet and make the decision to travel to Spain together for a once-in-a-lifetime road trip. But what starts a

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Book SynopsisA teenage girl wonders if she's inherited more than just a heart from her donor in this compulsively readable debut.Seventeen-year-old Chloe had a plan: work hard, get good grades, and attend a top-tier college. But after she collapses during cross country practice and is told that she needs a new heart, all her careful preparations are laid to waste. Eight months after her transplant, everything is different. Stuck in summer school with the underachievers, all she wants to do now is grab her surfboard and hit the waves which is strange, because she wasn't interested in surfing before her transplant. (It doesn't hurt that her instructor, Kai, is seriously good looking.) And that's not all that's strange. There's also the vivid recurring nightmare about crashing a motorcycle in a tunnel and memories of people and places she doesn't recognize. Is there something wrong with her head now, too, or is there another explanation for what she's experiencing? As she searches for aTrade ReviewEverything I Thought I Knew is a page-turning, mind-bending story of hope and healing. The reader will root for Chloe from page one as she navigates her world post–heart transplant and tries to meld her prior reality with her new one. I couldn’t put it down; it is a beautiful debut from a talented new voice in YA. * Alexandra Ballard, author of What I Lost *The thoughtful balance of self-discovery, humor, and realistic relationships will bring in fans of John Green and Nicola Yoon. Readers looking for a good, cathartic cry will love Chloe’s journey from losing everything she thought she was, to finding the person she was meant to be. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisA humorous, story-based look at catching a cold, designed to inform and reassure young readersThe class are on an exciting trip to the Museum of Science today. Poor Roshan has been looking forward to the trip for ages, but he isn''t feeling very well. Suddenly he does a big sneeze - oh no, Roshan''s got a cold!Find out all about some common childhood illnesses in Get Better Soon, from how you catch them to the symptoms, treatment and when you''ll start feeling better. It also tells you how you can avoid getting ill in the first place. For readers aged 5 and up.The author, Anita Ganeri, is an award-winning author of children''s books, with a particular interest in health and PSHE topics.The consultant, Dr Kristina Routh, is a fully qualified medical doctor and specialist in public health.Books in the series:Chicken PoxColdEar InfectionHead LiceTummy BugTonsillitis

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Book SynopsisKoala likes to sleep all day - he knows the sleep will give him the energy he needs to move around at night, when its cool. This book follows the story of a sleepy koala , but it provides lots of advice on sleep for its human readers. Topics include why sleep is important and gives some hints and tips on how to have a good night''s sleep.The Healthy Habits series for children aged 4 plus, features key information about how to stay healthy in mind and body, simply told and brought to life through a relatable animal guide alongside bright and gently humorous illustrations. The books have lots of good advice for human children and a little bit of learning about the animal world, to keep things interesting for young animal lovers.

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Book SynopsisA humorous, story-based look at getting an ear infectionIt''s music class and the class are busy practising for their end-of-term concert. Jan usually rocks it on the drums, but today his ears hurt and he can''t hear very well. Oh no - Jan has an ear infection!Find out all about some common childhood illnesses in Get Better Soon, from how you catch them to the symptoms, treatment and when you''ll start feeling better. It also tells you how you can avoid getting ill in the first place. For readers aged 5 and up.The author, Anita Ganeri, is an award-winning author of children''s books, with a particular interest in health and PSHE topics.The consultant, Dr Kristina Routh, is a fully qualified medical doctor and specialist in public health.

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Book SynopsisA unique and gentle art-therapy-based book to help children understand their happiness through creativityPicturing My Happiness encourages children to become ''happiness artists'', using their amazing minds to get to know and show their happiness. Children are asked to think about the colours, textures and shapes that express the look and feel of happiness to them. Children consider and recognise how they act when they''re happy and how they can ''speak'' about happiness through their art. At the end of the book, children have a set of self-made resources to use again and again when they need a reminder of their creative coping skills.All the Colours of Me is a series of books written by Art Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Practitioner, Anna Shepherd. The series addresses key emotions in the life of a child through safe and gentle creative engagement. Each books includes a guide for adults, a glossary of key terms and further resources for supporTable of Contents 1: LISTENING TO HAPPINESS 2: ART-MAKING CAN HELP 3: HAPPINESS IS ... 4: HAPPINESS FEELS LIKE 5: HAPPINESS LOOKS LIKE 6: HAPPINESS ACTS LIKE 7: SHADES OF HAPPINESS 8: SPEAKING OF HAPPINESS 9: CAN'T STOP THE HAPPINESS? 10: PRACTISING HAPPINESS 11: YOU ARE A HAPPINESS ARTIST! 12: KEY TERMS AND FURTHER RESOURCES 13: A GUIDE FOR ADULTS 14: HELPFUL CONTACTS

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Book SynopsisFind out about your body. Discover all the things bodies can do. Learn about how to keep your body healthy and safe.With very low level text, the All About Me series shows children aged 3-6 how to look after themselves and their physical and mental health. Questions throughout encourage children to talk about their ideas and experiences and engage children with the topic.Includes notes for teachers and carers with activities to extend the learning.Read the other titles in the series: Family, Friends, Growing up, Keeping Well, My Senses.

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Book SynopsisThe heartwarming new novel from the sparkling Laura Dockrill, introducing Bluebelle, and her moving, hilarious take on food, body image and how we look after ourselves and others. It's a food diary.Trade ReviewLaura Dockrill is a very talented writer -- Mhairi McFarlaneBig Bones is the book I wish I'd had as a teenager and Bluebelle is a friend I wish I had today. Laura has written a beautiful love letter to some of the most important things in life: friends, family and food. -- Lindsey KelkA celebration of food sisterly love and what it means to be teen today, Big Bones had me laughing out loud * The Sun *I loved this character so much, she is a total breath of fresh air, an inspiration and we could all do with taking a lesson from her. I recommend this for every single person * Edel's Book Blog *As energising as a super food salad, as satisfying and nourishing as your favourite home-cooked meal, this delectable novel about feeling comfortable in your own skin has been prepared with sisterly love and comes served on a bed of inspiration. Stuffed with lashings of laugh-out-loud loveliness (just wait until you read about Bum Tills...), relatable real-life truths and love in all its complicated, dizzying forms (food-love, friend-love, sisterly-love, boy-love, self-love), this is, quite simply, the best YA book about self-esteem and body image I've ever read * Lovereading *this book is a real lesson in loving yourself and ignoring what people thing! BB's confidence is inspiring! * Shout Magazine *It was so deeply refreshing to read about a young woman who had utter confidence in how she looked, seeing sexy in muffin tops and belly rolls. It shows how ingrained it is, for me at least, to be in a space where we expect young women to hate how they look, as I found myself continually having my head pulled up but this novel surprise. Bluebelle is a pleasure to spend time with, and the story of her family, the navigation of the 'from child to adult' years, and be relationship with food are all equally absorbing. Pull up a seat at her table and tuck in! * Dogeared Reads *Laura Dockrill has such a unique writing style and her poetic freshness is a joy to behold. One second, you are laughing big belly laughs at her turn of phrase, and the next, you are crying There is so much food for thought in Big Bones, making it a book for teenagers to savour, and, above all, enjoy. Adult readers may wish they'd had the book to accompany them when they were teenagers, too * Booktrust *Big Bones is a book with a big heart * The Skinny *First of all, I LOVED the body positivity in Big Bones. It's a topic that I feel isn't addressed enough in YA fiction and it should be. Why shouldn't we all learn to love our bodies? Bluebelle's admiration for her own body was inspirational - young girls will read this book and hopefully realise that they don't need to be stick thin to be beautiful. Granted, BB was a fictional character but in my mind she is a beautiful young woman. Big Bones was an entertaining read and shows you the importance of loving yourself, looking out for family and friends and finding out what really matters. It's a book that helps bring out body positivity in a unique way and the character of BB will certainly stick with me for a long time * Amy's Bookish Life *An excellent story celebrating food and health and body positivity from the witty and relatable Bluebelle * Emily Jade Books *Overall, this is a great read... great for all young adults, yet also for people of all ages who just love food. The body positivity messages which stem from this book are simple: love your body, treat it well and feed it well * Romantics, Rebels and Reviews *Dockrill, who is also known for her performance poetry, captures the cadences of contemporary teenage life brilliantly * Irish Times *this book touched me in a way that I wasn't expecting. Don't let the light hearted cover fool you, this book will hit you hard. But I'm so glad that I read it, there is an overwhelmingly body positive message spread by Dockrill's novel which I think is important for many to read * Yorkshire Post *As energising as a superfood salad, as satisfying and nourishing as your favourite home-cooked meal, this delectable novel about feeling comfortable in your own skin has been prepared with sisterly love and comes served on a bed of inspiration * LoveReading 4 Kids *This book's message- about not only being yourself but about the importance of being comfortable in your own skin and knowing your own worth- is one that, as a feminist and a young woman myself, I strongly feel that every young girl needs to hear in a world increasingly dominated and torn apart by Photoshop, Instagram filters, eating disorders, self doubt and self hatred. Everyone should be a little kinder to themselves, and a little more BB. Take my advice, and read this book not only for its empowering message, but also for its humour and its heart * The Fairy Dust Book Blog *A love song to food and the acceptance of your own body . . . Moving and hilarious -- Beth Goodyear * The Scotsman *Glorious... a paean to feasting, family and good care of the self... Irresistibly hilarious and original, it shows Dockrill's enormous rhapsodic charm * The Guardian *A love song to food and the acceptance of your own body... Moving and hilarious * The Scotsman *Laura's writing is fabulous, it flows well, is beautifully descriptive - even foods I don't like/haven't tried I wanted to - and so so funny! * Bulletproof Scarecrow *I loved this book from beginning to end. I wish I'd had it to read as a teenager because Bluebelle would have been my absolute hero. This book was fun to read from beginning to end, I cared deeply about every character and I loved feeling like part of Bluebelle's family for a short while. I would recommend this book to anyone who has been a teenager concerned about their body (so probably most people!). Bluebelle's confidence is infectious and inspiring * Cosy Reading Nest *Teens will love BB's authentic, frank, funny tone, and inspirational levels of self-confidence, self-love, and self awareness. Young adults will love the no-shame approach, immersive narrative, and real, honest feel. Parents will love the related struggle of BB's mother who feels responsible for her daughter's weight, health and emotional wellbeing * Happiful Magazine *A body-positive book for the next generation, Big Bones follows Bluebelle, aka Big Bones, aka BB. A bold, beautiful, confident girl who accepts herself for who she is - wobbly bits and all - Dockrill's most recent novel presents teens with an inspiring young woman we all wish we had been * Happiful Online *I love how 'Big Bones' took me on this journey of self-reflection while also providing a very honest and refreshingly real story to read. Y'all should also pick it up. Plus, it gets bonus points for being SO BEAUTIFUL to take photos of. * The Copper Boom *Bluebell is extremely confident (something i wasn't) and she adores herself, which is great to read. However there are comments to her being wary people are looking at her and judging her and a little bit of paranoia. That was a really great touch that normalizes those thoughts but also shows that you can be confident and happy with yourself * The LIttle Contemporary Corner *BB's devil may care attitude and all round swag made her a bonefide girl crush character for me. She could teach us all a few tricks on upping our body confidence * The Book Geek Boutique *I would recommend picking this up and giving it a chance to grow on you if you're looking for something that really celebrates food and bodies, being a girl and growing up * Scriven Books *I honestly loved reading this book. It feels like a real lesson on self love and you feel like BB is really a part of your life for that short time. It was sad, happy, enlightening and heartwarming to read and I wish that I had read it when I was younger * Max and Mummy *Such a hilarious and thought provoking read, with the most amazing descriptions of food that I've ever read. It's a great contribution to the discussion on body image and body positivity, and I highly recommend giving it a read * Julia's Bookcase *Beneath the humour and bravado there's a lot for readers to think about, and valuable cues for discussions about self-esteem, body image and differing societal expectations for girls and boys * Armadillo Magazine *Big Bones is a fun filled novel about body image, delicious food and the 21st century lifestyle of a teen. It has the perfect amount of body positivity and self-worth * Library Looter *Brilliant and funny and delicious. I loved it -- Jade Anouka * Big Issue *I loved Big Bones because of the message it had to say about body positivity and being true to yourself. It made me laugh a lot. If you do read this be prepared to read with snacks because every page will make you hungry * The Overflowing Library *An awesome read * Teen Titles *

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Book SynopsisGlory is a Deviant. That is what she was always taught, growing up in the domed city of Haven. She has the power to kill with her gaze, but she's learned to control this power and use it only against the monstrous Shredders, who survive on the asteroid dust that mutated their DNA. Now living in a settlement Outside, Glory has the chance to embrace her Gift and reunite her remaining family. But she can't hide from the threat of Shredder attacks or the knowledge of what Management is doing to the employees of Haven. Can she face losing everything she has left to bring freedom to Haven? Will she choose the familiar safety of Cal's love or risk Burn's dangerous passion? Ultimately, Glory must decide how far she is willing to go to keep her family safe, and what it really means to be a monster. This is the thrilling finale to The Dust Chronicles trilogy.

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Book SynopsisOpen: A Toolkit for How Magic and Messed Up Life Can Be is full of honest advice about the big, bad and beautiful things that growing up is all about: from mental health to families to first love, and everything in between.Gemma Cairney is an important advocate for young people and between her life experiences and her personal insight from her time as Radio 1's resident agony aunt on The Surgery, she is perfectly placed to offer hope and a huge comforting cuddle to young people questioning what life's all about or dealing with hard times.Along with practical help and advice from a range of experts and gorgeous illustrations, this bright and colourful book also has a ribbon marker and plenty of space for readers to personalize and make it their own, making Open a treasured resource to return to whenever advice is needed.Trade ReviewA chunky non-fiction splurge of glitter, anecdote and jubilation... a valuable resource, full of reassurance for teenagers that they are not alone, whatever they feel. * Guardian *A guide to help young people navigate love, friendships, health and other aspects of growing up. * Observer *Utterly invaluable, gloriously gracious guide to life | This heartfelt handbook for young adults by an inspirational presenter and producer is the literary embodiment of a big sister’s shoulder and a best friend’s ear... Packed with an abundance of info, insight, empathy and encouragement - from the comforting “we all mess up sometimes”, to the truly uplifting “now go reach for the moon!” - OPEN is surely set to become THE must-have manual for young women navigating the often-tempestuous waters of their teenage years. * LoveReading4Kids *Informative, touching & inspiring... laced throughout with a sense of humour and true passion. * Metro *Table of ContentsIntroduction - i: Welcome Unit - One: YOUR HEART Chapter - 1: Family Chapter - 2: Friendship Chapter - 3: Love Chapter - 4: Heartbreak Chapter - 5: Death, Loss and Grief Unit - Two: YOUR MIND Chapter - 6: Stress, Trauma, Anxiety Chapter - 7: Depression Chapter - 8: Eating Disorders Chapter - 9: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Chapter - 10: Addiction Chapter - 11: Self-Harm Chapter - 12: The A to Z of a Happy Mind Unit - Three: YOUR BODY AND SOUL Chapter - 13: Periods Chapter - 14: Body Image Chapter - 15: Exercise Chapter - 16: Food, Glorious Fooood Chapter - 17: Sex Chapter - 18: Sexuality Chapter - 19: Sexual Health Chapter - 20: Abortion Chapter - 21: Consent, Rape and Rape Culture Unit - Four: YOUR WORLD AND YOUR FUTURE Chapter - 22: Politics Chapter - 23: Our Natural World Chapter - 24: Language and Words Chapter - 25: The Internet Chapter - 26: Volunteering Chapter - 27: The Scary World Chapter - 28: Prejudice Chapter - 29: Feminism Chapter - 30: Wanderlust and Expression Chapter - 31: Money, Money, Money Chapter - 32: Careers Section - ii: A Letter to Myself Aged 14 Acknowledgements - iii: Acknowledgements and Contributors Section - iv: Useful Websites Index - v: Index

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Book SynopsisWhy do I have to wash? What's wrong with biting my nails? Why can't I pick my nose? Why can't I wear the same socks each day? The answers to these and many other questions about hygiene can be discovered in this lively and informative series. The topic of keeping clean is complemented by charming and humorous illustrations. This book is designed for children to begin to learn about the importance of being healthy, and the ways in which we can look after our bodies to keep fit and well. A clean body is very important for keeping illnesses atbay and for feeling good about yourself. Creating good hygiene habits from an early age is vital.At the back are notes for parents and teachers that provide additional advice and support as well as further activity ideas and information.These titles support the science curriculum at Key Stage One and Key Stage 2, as well as PSHCE topics.The Healthy Me series is aimed at children aged from 5 and up to explain how people can keep fit and be healthy, forming habits that will last a life time. Other titles in the series are: Exercise and Play, Eating Well, Keeping Safe, Mental Well-being and Mindfulness, Resting and Sleeping.Table of Contents 1: Your Amazing Body 2: Germs Everywhere 3: Feeling Sick 4: Clean Hands 5: Clean Hair 6: Clean Teeth 7: Clean Feet 8: Noses and Nails 9: Easy Ears 10: Keeping Clean After Sports 11: Clean Clothes 12: Why Do I Need to Clean My Room? 13: Top Tips! 14: Parents’ and Teachers’ Notes 15: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisExploring and explaining the range of mental health, from wellbeing through to mental health problems, in a non-stigmatising, accessible and accurate way

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Book SynopsisA Washington Post Best Children’s Book of 2018 Who’s Crazy? What does it mean to be crazy? Is using the word crazy offensive? What happens when a label like that gets attached to your everyday experiences? To understand mental health, we need to talk openly about it. Because there’s no single definition of crazy, there’s no single experience that embodies it, and the word itself means different things—wild? extreme? disturbed? passionate?—to different people. In (Don’t) Call Me Crazy, thirty-three actors, athletes, writers, and artists offer essays, lists, comics, and illustrations that explore a wide range of topics: their personal experiences with mental illness, how we do and don’t talk about mental health, help for better understanding how every person’s brain is wired differently, and what, exactly, might make someone crazy. If you’ve ever struggled with your mental health, or know someone who has, come on in, turn the pages . . . and let’s get talking. This award-winning anthology is from the highly-praised editor of Here We Are: Feminism for the Real World and Body Talk: 37 Voices Explore Our Radical Anatomy. .Trade ReviewA Washington Post Best Children’s Book of 2018 “Jensen has brought together sharp and vivid perspectives concerning mental-health challenges. Featuring writers such as Shaun David Hutchinson, Libba Bray, Adam Silvera and Esmé Weijun Wang, this book asks questions and provides real-life experiences and hope for the future.”—Washington Post, “Best Children’s Books of 2018” “This (crucially!) diverse essay collection spans race, gender, sexual orientation, career, and age to hopefully reduce the stigma around mental illness.” —Bustle “Empowering . . . deeply resonant . . . With this diverse array of contributors offering a stunning wealth of perspectives on mental health, teens looking for solidarity, comfort, or information will certainly be able to find something that speaks to them. Resources and further reading make this inviting, much-needed resource even richer.” —Booklist “Lively, compelling . . . the raw, informal approach to the subject matter will highly appeal to young people who crave understanding and validation . . . This highly readable and vital collection demonstrates the multiplicity of ways that mental health impacts individuals.” —Kirkus Reviews “Thought-provoking . . . Misconceptions about mental health still abound, making this honest yet hopeful title a vital selection.” —School Library Journal, starred review“This is a much-needed collection of writing about mental health and the impact it has . . . with mental health stigma unfortunately still being a serious problem, teens really need books like this right now.” —Cultured Vultures “The spectrum of voices and stories is wonderful to read. Not only that, but it mixes already published pieces as well as original memoir type stories. (Don’t) Call Me Crazy deals with the power of diagnosis/labels not being the same for everyone, and the inequality in the mental health discussion. It is an anthology that stresses individual experiences, support, and listening. If you want to read more about it, Jensen also includes a reading list. So it leaves you not only with more experience, but a jumping board of where to go next. It is equally hopeful, cathartic, inspiring and real.”—Utopia State of Mind A Washington Post Best Children’s Book of 2018 “Jensen has brought together sharp and vivid perspectives concerning mental-health challenges. Featuring writers such as Shaun David Hutchinson, Libba Bray, Adam Silvera and Esmé Weijun Wang, this book asks questions and provides real-life experiences and hope for the future.”—Washington Post, “Best Children’s Books of 2018” “This (crucially!) diverse essay collection spans race, gender, sexual orientation, career, and age to hopefully reduce the stigma around mental illness.” —Bustle “Empowering . . . deeply resonant . . . With this diverse array of contributors offering a stunning wealth of perspectives on mental health, teens looking for solidarity, comfort, or information will certainly be able to find something that speaks to them. Resources and further reading make this inviting, much-needed resource even richer.” —Booklist “Lively, compelling . . . the raw, informal approach to the subject matter will highly appeal to young people who crave understanding and validation . . . This highly readable and vital collection demonstrates the multiplicity of ways that mental health impacts individuals.” —Kirkus Reviews “Thought-provoking . . . Misconceptions about mental health still abound, making this honest yet hopeful title a vital selection.” —School Library Journal, starred review“This is a much-needed collection of writing about mental health and the impact it has . . . with mental health stigma unfortunately still being a serious problem, teens really need books like this right now.” —Cultured Vultures “The spectrum of voices and stories is wonderful to read. Not only that, but it mixes already published pieces as well as original memoir type stories. (Don’t) Call Me Crazy deals with the power of diagnosis/labels not being the same for everyone, and the inequality in the mental health discussion. It is an anthology that stresses individual experiences, support, and listening. If you want to read more about it, Jensen also includes a reading list. So it leaves you not only with more experience, but a jumping board of where to go next. It is equally hopeful, cathartic, inspiring and real.”—Utopia State of Mind

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Book SynopsisDealing with the everyday realities facing teens with Asperger Syndrome, this book presents a toolkit of tried-and-trusted ideas to help them work through difficulties and find the solutions that work best for them. This book covers everything they need to know to thrive in their adolescent years, including how to hack your own internal alarm system to overcome anxiety and other difficult emotions.It also arms teenagers with everything they need to navigate sexuality and relationships, develop a healthy self-image, deal with bullies, be smart with money and stay savvy online... In short, no issue is left unexplored.Fun and informative, this is a must-read for teens with high-functioning autism, and for those who want to understand what adolescence is like on the spectrum.Trade ReviewI personally love the fact that the toolkit covers so many really up to date and relevant areas ... The Asperger Teen's Toolkit will most certainly help so many young people navigate the complexities of adolescence and will also benefit parents, carers and teaching staff. -- Dr Christopher Morrell DclinPsy, MSc, BSc, AFBPsS, Chartered Clinical PsychologistAt last, accessible and helpful advice specifically for teens (not only those with Asperger's, but other neurodevelopmental difficulties as well). Assisting communication, it is a tool that could strengthen relationships within families as it gives a clear framework for whole family involvement, [with] well organised, practical, easy-to-implement strategies. A great resource not only for young people, but also parents/carers and professionals alike. -- Sue Jinks, Paediatric occupational therapist specialising in neurodevelopmental difficulties and autismA truly inspiring and reassuring book ... Francis has provided an honest but thoughtful approach to tackling the ever adapting path through teenage years into young adulthood. It's the perfect book for not only ASD teens but also for parents wanting to lovingly guide them on this journey. -- Kristian Clarke, qualified youth worker and mother of two beautiful daughters with ASD, ADHD and OCDWritten in teen-savvy language and with a focus on empowering the individual, with explanatory illustrations and stand-alone sections on sexuality, power in relationships, gender, gaming and social media, this is an invaluable up-to-the-minute resource for any teen with Asperger's syndrome. -- Kate E. Reynolds, autism mother and trainer, and author of Sexuality and Severe Autism, the Sexuality and Safety with Tom and Ellie series, and What to Do about Smearing.Table of ContentsForeword. Introduction. Part One - Relationships. 1. Self Image. 2. Gender, Sexual Identity & Self-Expression. 3. Relationships & Sex. 4. Dealing with Bullies and Difficult People. 5. Social Media. Part Two - Wellbeing. 6. Your Brain: From Here To Maturity. 7. Anxiety: How To Hack Your Own Internal Alarm System. 8. Depression: How To Stay Buoyant When You Don't Feel Up To It. 9. Dealing with Anger & Emotions. 10. Self Medication, Substance Abuse, Alcohol and Drugs. 11. Self Harming. 12. When It All Gets Too Much. 13. Health & Comfort Food. Part Three - Interests. 14. Music, Feeling & Emotion. 15. Gaming Obsession. 16. Why Pets Are Good At Fixing Your Brain. 17. Acting, Drama and Role Play. 18. Being Smart With Money. 19. Build Your Own Pyramid of Strength. Index.

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Book SynopsisDreams. We all have them, but why? And most importantly, what do they mean? Inside this book, you will find the answers to these questions and more. Discover the meaning behind dozens of common dreams, from missing teeth to flying, or taking an impossible school test. Find out how to master your nightmares, and learn about the science behind dreaming and getting a good night''s sleep. It''s all illustrated in a fun, accessible style that will help put your mind at ease and give you an insight into the importance of these wonderful nighttime adventures.

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Book SynopsisPeople come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. This series talks about all the ways in which our bodies are different and wonderful. Each book features an inclusive selection of people from all walks of life.

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Book SynopsisFrom Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, Outside, Inside is a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Something strange happened in 2020, just before the seasons changed. Everyone who was outside, went inside. Outside, it was quieter and different. Inside, we laughed, we cried, we baked, we exercised, we kept in touch... and we grew. We remembered to protect the ones we love and love the ones who protect us. We watched with admiration and respect as key workers risked their own wellbeing to help others. We knew that the seasons would change, and spring would come again.Trade Review"This comforting picture book makes sense of the isolation for young children. It describes what we did when we stayed in, with beautiful scenes, inside and out" * The Sunday Times *"This powerful ode to community delivers a timeless message of humility, perseverance, and hope." * Kirkus Reviews, starred review *"Reflecting shared experiences and hopes, here's a welcome picture book for our times." * Booklist, starred review *"This optimistic book will help even very young children make sense of Covid-19." * Shelf Awareness, starred review *"A testimony both to loss experienced and moments of unexpected good." * Publishers Weekly, starred review *

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Book SynopsisMany children worry about doing things on their own, with fears escalating to the point of not being able to leave their parents'' side. But staying with a parent isn''t always possible, and doing things independently is an important part of growing up. Facing Mighty Fears About Being Apart From Parents teaches 3 steps to manage oversize fears. Fun Facts about separation in the animal kingdom keep children engaged, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and Supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.This book is part of the Dr. Dawn''s Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.

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Book SynopsisMany of us hold on to old fears, traumas and stresses and allow them to define and frame our lives. This book shows how to relieve these problems and help you look and feel better on a profound level. Based on the idea that the body is composed of twenty-one important hinges, Meet Your Body shows how we can 'oil' and free these hinges, stretching the body out so we can feel healthy and happy more of the time.Noah's therapeutic work uses a hands-on manipulation of the body's connective tissue designed to enhance posture and freedom of movement. From this theory of structural integration, Karrasch has developed a focus on the inseparable connection between our minds and our bodies, our bodymindcore. Guiding the reader through the various hinges of the body, from the big toe to the hip to the head, the author shows how learning to isolate and stretch these hinges in new ways can lead to a happy bodymindcore, making a great difference to overall health and wellbeing. Each chapter addresses a particular hinge physically as well as sharing ideas about its emotional component, and includes photographs and drawings illustrating a variety of bodymindcore techniques. This book offers people with both ordinary and extraordinary body challenges new ideas for how they can make changes in the way their bodies work for them. A practical guide to releasing bodymindcore trauma, Meet Your Body challenges us all to get in touch with and listen to our bodies to improve our health and overall happiness.Trade ReviewThis book is accessible to all those with an interest in finding out more about the physical body and how it can be helped through enhanced posture and freedom of movement. -- Seed Institute NewsletterI would hugely recommend this book and know that I will return to it again and again over time. I have used some of the exercises and definitely feel the benefit. If you are interested in your own health or are a therapist looking for new exercises to use with your clients, this book will definetely give you inspiration. -- Tracy Footitt's Shiatsu BlogThis book gives an interesting understanding of the structure of the human body for a qigong practitioner. He takes the holistic view that we need to work with all our hinges, not just the ones that are giving us a problem... I think that bodyworkers such as cranio-sacral therapists have a lot of insights to offer the qigong world. -- Ken Morgan, Medical Qigong Education CentreA gem in the field of Structural Integration. All body workers should have a copy of this book. Here is the best attempt, so far, to describe how to "talk" to a Structurally integrated body, hinge by hinge. I've seen no better source for body meditation and awakening the integrated body. Noah writes with special intimate knowledge of his material." -- GSI NewsletterTable of ContentsPrologue. 1. The Big Toe Hinge. 2. The Ankle Hinge. 3. The Knee Hinge. 4. The Hip Hinges. 5. The Sacred Hinge. 6. The Stomach Hinge. 7. The Heart Hinge. 8. The Arm Hinge. 9. Shoulders, Elbows, Wrists and Fingers. 10. The Head Hinge. 11. Afterword: Putting It All Together.

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Book SynopsisToo many of us hold our physical, mental and emotional pain within our bodies, where it slows energy, manifests as tension and can have a damaging impact upon our health. In his new book, Noah Karrasch shows that wellbeing and healing come from the detangling of blocked emotions and the restoration of the free flow of energy through the body. Written for bodywork and manual therapy practitioners from a wide variety of disciplines, as well as other healers who want to expand their skills, this generously illustrated book explains how and where emotions and static energy are held in the body, and how they can be released and rebalanced in therapies that challenge bodymindcore awareness. It includes many new ideas and techniques: useful conversation starters to help practitioners encourage clients to self-identify their challenges, detailed explanations of myofascial release techniques and self-reflective exercises designed to first help the practitioner truly understand the process for him or herself, through his or her own body, in order to become a more empathetic and effective therapist. This important book will enable bodywork and manual therapy practitioners to work more confidently, and more intuitively, with their clients.Trade ReviewAlthough directed at bodyworkers and other healers, this experiential manual combines easily understandable postural and emotional releasing techniques, common-sense medical wisdom and superb chakra system explanations, making it completely accessible to both therapists and clients. -- Spirit of Change MagazinePersonally, I believe the essential reason for life is to do good to others, to nurture them. Noah's CORE program is a tremendous evolution in the nurturing practice of fascial, muscle, tendon and skeletal alignment. In this exciting new book, Noah goes well beyond the physical adjustments with practical exercises. Follow his CORE advice to optimal health. -- from the Foreword by C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD, President Holos Institutes of Health, Professor Emeritus of Energy Medicine, President Emeritus of Holos University Graduate Seminary and Founding President of American Holistic Medical AssociationNoah Karrasch - recognizing that the line between therapist and client is a thin one indeed - has written a book that would serve either consumer or provider in reaching below the surface to the psychological and expressive correlates that nearly always accompany postural pain/strain patterns. So many somatic psychology books are psychobabble with a smattering of the body thrown in for 'holism'. By contrast, this book starts with the body, giving exercises and insights that provide a way in to authentic self-expression. -- Thomas Myers, author of Anatomy TrainsBlending informative case histories and examples from his own work, Noah brings a blend of ancient and modern thought to his bodywork approach. Littered with useful and provocative images and exercises, this book will help a therapist get to many of their clients' 'Core' issues by contacting both the emotional and the physical aspects of pain. A worthy addition to any bodyworker's bookshelf. -- James Earls BA (Hons Psych.), structural integration practitioner, author of Fascial Release for Structural Balance and Director of Kinesis UKJust as a skilled bodywork session should speak to all the layers and unite the disparate energies of the body, Freeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release brilliantly unites the specific manual techniques and structural theory of a holistic bodywork session with the deeper psychological and emotional understanding of, not only our clients, but of our own processes. In this fine book, Noah Karrasch moves knowledge to the next plateau of wisdom. -- Art Riggs, Advanced Certified Rolfer, international teacher, and author of Deep Tissue MassageFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release expands our awareness of the many ways we get 'stuck' in the flow of our lives. I'm fascinated by the powerful parallel of this work with Interactive Imagery and Biofeedback, and encouraged at the multiple avenues we have to be HEALTHY HUMANS. While respecting our emotions, we can release 'stuck' and move freely. -- Patricia Pike, Guided Imagery and Biofeedback Practitioner, MissouriFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release is an immensely valuable book for everyone who wants to be alive, fully alive. It is a practical guide to health and emotional freedom, integrating models from East and West into an empowering vision of how free and unblocked we can be, if only we dare to. -- Michael Kaufmann, NLP Practitioner, Reiki Master and meditation teacherFor many people - especially physicians, and health care providers, discussions about chakras and Chinese healing concepts are so far out of our frame of reference, and so far out of our knowledge and experience, that it is something that we avoid. In this book, Noah brings together in a 'physical way' relating or connecting the chakras and traditional Chinese medicine with physical human anatomy. Now, I can picture the concepts, and begin a process of integrating traditional western and eastern forms of healing. He also 'brings a challenge' to each healer, regardless of our title, to go deeper into the core structure and function of the person - combining the dimensions of physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual self. It is a 'good read', but also an enlightening and refreshing view of the integrated whole person. -- Ralph Harvey, MD, Cornerstone Family Practice, PLC, Associate Professor, Michigan State University College of Human MedicineI first came to know of Noah through a mutual friend who recommended I meet this 'American therapist' who had a different approach to soft tissue work. Over the years he has shared those views with many of my students who have all come away from his classes both enriched and inspired. I have witnessed his generosity of spirit, his compassion for those he serves, and it is reflected in this gem of a book. He has brought together a philosophy that in essence has been around for a long time, but not connected in a way in which Noah has been able to demonstrate. Follow his journey, make it yours, it will bring a new dimension to your treatments as well as yourself. -- Susan Findlay, BSc RGN, Dip SMRT, MSMA MLCSP, MCNHC, Director of North London School of Sports MassageHugely informative, easily accessible to body worker, student and receiver alike. Everyone will come away with something useful. -- Bev Breeze, Shiatsu practitioner and instructor, LondonMy coffee sat cold on the counter as I paged through. It's exciting to see a book written about putting the spirit back in bodywork both for the client and the therapist. YES. I love the way you have blended your CORE Fascial Release Bodywork with the chakra system as you think about the areas being worked on. Attention and Intention of both client and therapist working together. Perfect. -- Brenda Messling, Massage Therapy Instructor and Teacher of Creative Healing, Arkansas, USAAs a Chartered Physiotherapist and Pilates teacher, Noah's CORE Fascial Release technique and its representation in this book have quite simply changed the way I work. It has helped to make complex cases simple, creating new parallels with the manual work used in Physiotherapy and the exercises prescribed in Pilates. Freeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release will aid any movement therapist to 'bridge the gaps' in their ability to deliver consistently successful therapy. -- Robert White, Chartered Physiotherapist and Pilates Teacher and Director of Body2Fit, Stockton-on-Tees, UKFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release is a compendium of classical structural bodywork principles, concepts from Oriental Medicine, and psychological common sense. Noah Karrasch challenges healers of all disciplines to explore their own body-mind connections and disconnections in order to become more fully present with their clients. We are blessed to be beneficiaries of his twenty-five years of dedication to holistic healing. -- Mary Bond, author of The New Rules of Posture, How to Sit, Stand and Move in the Modern WorldBased on a wealth of personal experience and a blend of 'East meets West', it is packed full of useful, expertly explained nuggets of 'things to consider' and 'hands on techniques' to aid the bodyworker and inspire the layperson. -- Shona McStravick, Aromatherapist, The Wren Clinic NewsletterTable of ContentsDedication. Acknowledgments. Foreword by C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD. 1. To the Therapist. Touching the Core. 2. Meet Your Body. A Review. Thirteen Major Hinges. Creating Length Between Those Hinges. Meet Your Body. 3. The Crucial Spot. The Fort of Self: Defeat, or Worth? No Breath, No Spirit. Eastern Wisdom. The Biggest Stuck Spot. Achievement Mode. Not Good Enough. 4. Now, Do Something! The Big One: Lose, or Use? Stretch the CORE. Simple, Good Rules. Stretching Emotionally. 5. Test the Toes. An Amazing Joint: Can't, or Will? Your Own Two Feet. Am I Pleasing Them? Stay on Your Toes. I Can Do Anything. 6. The Back Up Plan. Who Rules: Survive, or Thrive? Why Am I In Pain? Exploring Our Pain. Unresolved Thought Forms. Atlas Wedge. Making Headway. 7. Trust Your Gut. The Churn: Judge, or Discern? Hurting the Ones We Love. Judgement vs Discernment. Encouraging Discharge. PSOAS: Primary Stoner Of All Stress. Stepping Out of Fear. 8. Shame is Optional. Forbidden Zone: Ashamed, or Aflame? The Only Dis-Ease. What Did Love Look Like? The One We've Got. Get Real. 9. Relax The Loins. Steady On: Locked, or Loose? It's the Kidneys! Stand Your Ground Safely. How We Congest and How We Cope. A Friendly Universe? A Three Layer System of CORE Work. 10. Lead With Your Heart. The Core Bloom: Barren, or Full? Vitamin 'G'. The Center Of Right Energy. Congestion vs Circulation. The Heart Hinge. 11. Find Your Voice. Your Expression: Strained, or Soaring? Escape. How Big is Your Universe? What Will You Express? Find the CORE. 12. Reach Out To Serve. Well-Oiled Machine: Off, or On? Let it Go! Replacing Resentments. Burdens You Shoulder: A Pain in the Neck? Less Multi-Tasking. The X Factor. Stretching at the CORE. 13. So Now Relax: Who Rules: Survive, or Thrive? Let the Crown Rule. Another Twist of the Mind. Pay Attention! Beauty, Order, Harmony. Embrace the Shadows. Integration. 14. What We're Hungry For...Moving Forward. A World Challenge. Duty Takes a Rap. Practicing Independence with Interdependence. Appendix A: Emotional Anatomy. Appendix B: Suggested Readings. Appendix C: Glossary of Movement Terms. Index.

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Book SynopsisDecode a secret message, unscramble virus patterns, wind your way through a food maze, colour in safe distancing scenes, learn how to wear a mask properly, and more with Coronavirus: An Activity Book on How to Stay Healthy and Strong!When coronavirus hit the world in 2020, life as we knew it was turned upside down. Sudden new changes to our way of life were introduced. However, young children may not yet understand how coronavirus affects them. This activity book was created to help them to understand what is happening in the world by presenting the coronavirus and its effects in a child-friendly way. Through various fun activities, children can learn what the virus is, and how they can protect themselves against it.Coronavirus: An Activity Book on How to Stay Healthy and Strong features 35 activities for children. The book explores the topic of staying healthy and strong through literacy, numeracy, and arts and crafts activities. Let it spark useful conversations about the pandemic and viruses, and more importantly, how to build healthy habits and stay safe!Coronavirus: An Activity Book on How to Stay Healthy and Strong was awarded the Finalist Award for 'Activity Books (all Ages)' for the Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2021.

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Book SynopsisFrom the most trusted name in child health, American Academy of Pediatrics, comes a new, inclusive approach to learning about puberty!Remember that awkward day in school when the boys went to one classroom and the girls to another and everyone nervously giggled, learning about taboo topics like menstruation and erections? What if your kids could learn about changing bodies in a way that isn’t secretive or shameful? And what if it could even be inclusive, fun, and, well, kind of adorable?A new kind of puberty guide, You-ology embraces an inclusive approach that normalizes puberty for all kids. Traditional puberty education only contributes to a sense of isolation and often does not include all kids’ experience of puberty and leaves kids with questions about how puberty will affect their friends and classmates.For curious kids and parents looking to talk about puberty in an inclusive way, You-ology offers fact-based, age-appropriate, and body positive information about the physical, social, and emotional changes ahead for all kids.Colorful illustrations keep the tone upbeat and engaging, while short stories featuring a cast of diverse characters add relatability and humor. Helping kids understand what EVERY body goes through in puberty, grows greater compassion and empathy for all.Table of ContentsA Message to ParentsMeet the CharactersChapter 1: Puberty: Here’s the DealChapter 2: Feelings and FriendsChapter 3: Beating Body OdorsChapter 4: HairyChapter 5: The Skin You’re InChapter 6: Body Part SmartsChapter 7: Breasts and ChestsChapter 8: All About Periods, PeriodChapter 9: Testosterone ZoneChapter 10: Puberty GearChapter 11: CuriosityChapter 12: When Puberty Doesn’t Feel RightChapter 13: Bigger Better BodiesChapter 14: What’s Your Style/Be You

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Book SynopsisDo you want to help the children in your life discover stillness, calm, confidence, and resilience? Children can develop greater joy and concentration through the practices of mindfulness and meditation, and Moody Cow Meditates is the perfect way to introduce them. This vibrant and funny children's book is a playful way to introduce children to the power of meditation. With full color illustrations by the author, Moody Cow Meditates is a wonderful book for parents and children to share together. It all started one stupid, rotten day when everything went wrong... Peter the cow is having a BAD day. After missing the bus and wiping out on his bike he loses his temper and gets in trouble. To make matters worse all the other kids are teasing him, calling him Moody Cow. Peter's day just seems to get worse until his grandfather comes over and teaches him how to settle his mind and let go of his frustration through a

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Book SynopsisThrough this book - newly repackaged with a fresh format and cover - children can learn and understand the powerful idea that they have control over their thoughts and words, and in turn, what happens in their life.Louise Hay was fond of saying: ''Your thoughts create your life!'' Within the pages of I Think, I Am! kids will discover the difference between negative thoughts and positive affirmations. Fun illustrations by Manuela Schwarz adorn simple directions for how to make the change from negative thoughts and words to those that are positive. The happiness and confidence that come from this ability is something children will carry with them their entire lives!

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Book SynopsisWhy are we going? Will it hurt? Do I need medicine? Reading Doctor with your child is the perfect opportunity to talk about these questions, and many more! Young children’s lives are full of new experiences and these books help make them less scary. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child. Use these books as a starting point to talk to your child and help them to understand and prepare for these events, and to share any worries they may have.Trade ReviewFirst Time series “Each book addresses an issue relevant to preschoolers' lives. Children in the illustrations are shown engaging in new experiences, always smiling, while surrounded by loving adults and friends. The pleasant cartoon art features uncluttered, brightly colored scenes.” * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisA delightful, inspiring, and empowering board book about connecting with nature and celebrating life from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Kim Krans.Hello Sacred Life introduces little ones to the sun, moon, the five elements, and big-picture concepts that children will hold dear to their hearts forever. Equally likely to be spotted on a nursery bookshelf as styled on a grown-up coffee table, Hello Sacred Life is a book for all of us, visual poem in honor of life’s great mysteries.

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Book Synopsis_______________ The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting.50 Fantastic Ideas for Supporting Children''s Wellbeing is filled with activities to calm busy minds and bodies and develop young children''s self-esteem through engagement with their senses, nature and the world around them.With the ever-increasing pressures on children and teachers in schools for results and academic success, the desire for time and space for young children in the Early Years to calm their minds and bodies and tune into the natural environment is growing. Rebecca Gordine presents 50 ideas to address this and nurture young children''s concept of self and wel

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Book SynopsisBodies, bodies! Big and small, short and tall, young and old—Every BODY is different! The Bare Naked Book has been a beloved fixture in libraries, classrooms, and at-home story times since its original publication in 1986. Now, this revised edition is ready to meet a new generation of readers. The text has been updated to reflect current understandings of gender and inclusion, which are alsoshowcased in the brand-new, vibrant illustrations by Melissa Cho. Featuring a note from the author explaining the history of the book and the importance of this updated edition, readers will delight in this celebration of all kinds of bodies.

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