Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Self-awareness and self-esteem

Book Synopsis''This is the freshest, most honest collection of writings about mental health that I''ve read...searing wit, blinding passion, bleeding emotion and a fantastic, heroic, glorious refusal to lie down and take it'' - Stephen Fry''Reading this book made me feel more normal about the things I feel sometimes...It''s a great book; however you''re feeling, it''ll help'' - Ed Sheeran''This is the book I needed when I was little. May this be a leap forward in the much needed conversation around mental health'' - Jameela Jamil Everyone has a mental health. So we asked:What does yours mean to you? THE RESULT IS EXTRAORDINARY.Over 60 people have shared their stories. Powerful, funny, moving, this book is here to tell you:It''s OK.With writing from: Adam Kay - Alastair Campbell - Alexis Caught - Ben Platt - Bryony Gordon - Candice Carty-Williams - Charlie Mackesy - Charly Cox - Chidera Eggerue - Claire Stancliffe - Davina McCall - Dawn O''Porter - Elizabeth Day - Elizabeth Uviebinené - Ella Purnell - Emilia Clarke - Emma Thompson - Eve Delaney - Fearne Cotton - Gabby Edlin - Gemma Styles - GIRLI (Milly Toomey) - Grace Beverley - Hannah Witton - Honey Ross - Hussain Manawer - Jack Rooke - James Blake - Jamie Flook - Jamie Windust - Jessie Cave - Jo Irwin - Jonah Freud - Jonny Benjamin - Jordan Stephens - Kai-Isaiah Jamal - Kate Weinberg - Kelechi Okafor - Khalil Aldabbas - KUCHENGA - Lauren Mahon - Lena Dunham - Maggie Matic - Martha Lane Fox - Mathew Kollamkulam - Matt Haig - Megan Crabbe - Michael Kitching - Michelle Elman - Miranda Hart - Mitch Price - Mona Chalabi - Montana Brown - Nadia Craddock - Naomi Campbell - Poorna Bell - Poppy Jamie - Reggie Yates - Ripley Parker - Robert Kazandjian - Rosa Mercuriadis - Saba Asif - Sam Smith - Scarlett Curtis - Scarlett Moffatt - Scottee - Sharon Chalkin Feldstein - Shonagh Marie - Simon Amstell - Steve Ali - Tanya Byron - Travon Free - Yomi Adegoke - Yusuf Al Majarhi

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Book SynopsisWhat does it mean to be scared? Being scared may not make us feel good, but it''s an emotion everybody has! In this book, children will learn how to identify when they are scared and discover ways to manage their feelings. Large, vivid photos help illustrate what being scared looks like. A mindfulness activity at the end of the book gives readers an opportunity to explore their own feelings.

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Book SynopsisAn adorable bedtime picture book with a positive message about friendship and overcoming shyness. From Rachel Bright, the bestselling author of The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could.Little Mouseling lives with her family in Wintermouse Wood. She loves having a big family, but she''s so small that she often gets left out when her older brothers and sisters go out to play. Can this shy little mouse find a best friend to stay by her side? This gentle, rhyming story is perfect for sharing with your little one at bedtime.Look out for The Koala Who Could: Winner of the Sainsbury''s Book Prize 2017!Trade ReviewIt's bright, witty, and quite adorable * Coventry Telegraph series *Very sweet * londonmumsmagazine.com *An excellent, fun book to share * Irish Examiner *

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Book SynopsisBook of the Year at the Summer in the City Awards 2017Sexting. Virginity. Consent. The Big O ... Let's face it, doing it can be tricksy. I don't know anyone (including myself) who has sex all figured out. So I've written a book full of honest, hilarious (and sometimes awkward) anecdotes, confessions and revelations. And because none of us have all the answers, I've invited some friends and fellow YouTubers to talk about their sexuality, too. My book is for everyone, no matter what gender you identify as or who you fancy.We talk about doing it safely. Doing it joyfully. Doing it when you're ready. Not doing it. Basically, doing it the way you want, when you want. So. Let's do this ...-------Doing It candidly and openly explores topics like masturbation, slut-shaming, pornography and consent, as well as how to maintain healthy relationships in a digital age.Trade ReviewI read it in an afternoon because I couldn't put it down... * Lucy the Reader *I thought this book was honestly fantastic [...] I think that this should be recommended everywhere to everyone * Girl Reading *...this book needs to be in high schools [...] If you're a big fan of Hannah Witton you will LOVE this book and, if you're curious about anything within sex, LGBTQ+ and relationships then you need to pick this book up * Words from a Reader *an invaluable resource for teenagers everywhere [...] This is a book I think everyone can learn something from... * Book Ends and Endings *Pick a chapter, pick a page, and learn. It's a unique reading experience that feels more like having a very frank conversation with your friends. * Read by Jess *The whole book needs to be given to young people, right now: there are so many topics covering in 'Doing It' that are completely missed off and ignored in Sex Education lessons in Schools... * Teen Book Hoots *She puts forward an honest view about her own ideas and experiences in order to bring taboo and little-discussed (but important) topics out into the open...many young students would also find it useful and empowering * School Librarian *Table of Contents 1: Healthy relationships 2: Puberty 3: Virginity 4: Four generations of sex ed 5: LGBTQ+ 6: Consent 7: Masturbation 8: Porn 9: Bodies and body image 10: Sexual pleasure 11: Contraception 12: STIs 13: Sexting 14: Sex shaming

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Book SynopsisThe third children's book by bestselling mindset author and two-time Olympian, Matthew Syed will help readers to find their voice, flex their social superpowers, and speak up with kindness and confidence. What if you could disagree with someone without it turning into the argument of the century? I'm here to tell you that it can be done. If you are the kind of person who...-Avoids disagreements because you don't want to fall out-Gets too embarrassed to say that you've changed your mind-Feels so overwhelmed that you don't know what to think...then this book is for you.What do YOU think? will help young readers to discover what is influencing their ideas, from peer pressure to fake news. They'll learn how to form and change opinions, and how to debate their views with empathy. Readers will see how debates and disagreements can give you new ideas, stronger friendships, and help change the world for the better. I know you have loads of incredible thoughts and ideas and the world deserves to hear your voice. I want to know... what do you think?Practical and positive, this is the book to help children build confidence in their own thoughts, so they can grow into awesome adults who can listen, be listened to, and can agree to disagree while still being friends.From the author of You Are Awesome, children's book of the year 2019 and Sunday Times no. 1 bestseller:"Genuinely funny and engaging. There are messages in this book for both adults and children. It's a must read." - online customer review"A very funny and inspiring read! Brilliantly practical with a wide variety of examples that make it relevant for both boys and girls (and adults)!" - online customer review

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Book SynopsisDo you ever pretend to like something you don't, just to fit in?Is it sometimes hard to tell others how you're feeling?Do you wish there was less pressure on you to 'man up'?Explore these questions and many more in this empowering and inclusive guide to masculinity for readers aged 10+ by the nation's favourite doctor, Dr Ranj. Whether it's thinking about hobbies or standing up to your mates, Dr Ranj is here to encourage boys to grow up happy with confidence, positivity and kindness. In his signature warm and conversational voice, Dr Ranj reflects on what it really means to be a boy in today's world, looking at everything from stereotypes and peer pressure to mental health and respect for women. In a world where everyone seems to have an opinion about what it means to be a man, Dr Ranj is here to reassure readers that there isn't one way to be a boy - just one way to be true to yourself.

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Book SynopsisAn extraordinary story about friendship and betrayal. Of revenge and retribution but also redemption. Perfect for 11+ readers who enjoy Stranger Things. Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration in 2023. Hex never meant for the girl to follow him and his friend Tommo into the woods. He never meant for her to fall off the rope swing and break her arm. When the finger of blame is pointed at him, Hex runs deep into the woods and his fierce sense of injustice leads him to a strange clearing in the woods – a clearing that has never been there before – where an old lady in a cottage offers him a deal. She’ll rid the world of those who wronged him and Hex can carry on his life with them all forgotten and as if nothing ever happened. But what Hex doesn’t know is someone else has been offered the same deal. When Hex’s best friend Tommo wakes up the next day, he is in a completely different world but he only has murmurs of memories of the world before. Moments of deja vu that feel like Tommo’s lived this day before. Can Tommo put the world right again? Back to how it was? Or can he find a way to make a new world that could be better for them all?Trade ReviewA “what if” story about alternative versions of lives, and the consequences of our actions. Levi Pinfold adds dark, realist, atmospheric illustrations that heighten the drama. * Children’s Book of the Week, The Sunday Times *A beautifully written dark & twisty book which lingers long after the final page has been turned. Levi Pinfold’s haunting illustrations add to the magic * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear *Yet again A.F Harrold & Levi Pinfold have produced a near perfect work of art. Harrold words bring wit and wonder together, and their spirit is beautifully caught by Pinfold’s images. * Carnegie-winning author, Anthony McGowan *AF Harold is an astonishing writer and this story of lost and found friendships is brimming over with dark imagination and magical storytelling. No one will be able to forget spending time in his world * Keith Gray *A dark and intriguing mystery, full of Pinfold’s breath-taking artwork. * Editor's choice, The Bookseller *Broodingly atmospheric ... A fantasy blending the strange and the everyday * Sunday Times *Luxuriantly illustrated by the fabulous Levi Pinfold. This exceptional book about friendship and paths not taken should rake in awards. * Observer, The New Review *This spellbinding story asks what you would do if you could rewrite history and wipe clean everyone’s memory of events — and even of people. This is the dilemma confronting troubled Hex when a menacing old woman offers to ‘disappear’ those who accuse him of causing an accident. Beautifully written and illustrated, this is poignant, dark and thought-­provoking * Daily Mail *With darkly beautiful monochrome illustrations by Levi Pinfold, this is a story about best friends Hex and Tommo who find themselves caught up in a bargain that changes their world. With classic Grimm-esque fairytale vibes, this is a Stranger Things style tale that’s utterly spellbinding * Gift Inspiration 2022: the best books to give to children, teens and young adults, Culturefly *Extraordinary ... as moving, strange and profound as Skellig * Guardian on The Song from Somewhere Else *Poet AF Harrold’s The Worlds We Leave Behind (Bloomsbury) – a contemporary fairytale about accidents, decisions and alternate realities – was dizzying in its scope. Levi Pinfold’s sensationally dark, atmospheric illustrations only amplified * The best children’s books of 2022, Observer New Review *An impeccably crafted, cerebral fantasy. * Booklist, starred review *

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Book SynopsisBe bold. Be fearless. BE YOU.M is for Melanin is an empowering alphabet book that teaches kids their ABC and celebrates black children. Each letter of the alphabet contains affirming, black-positive messages, from E is for Empowerment, to L is for Lead to W is for Worthy. This joyful book, written and illustrated by Tiffany Rose, teaches children their ABC and encourages all kids to love the skin they're in.M is for Melaninshining in every inch of your skin.Every shade, every hue.All beautiful and unique.Trade Review“Contagiously upbeat, joyful, and positive, this artistic alphabet book is also a series of affirmations for young black children, who will beg to read it again and again.” * Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review *“Rose’s A–Z affirmation of black children sings with inclusivity and zest . . . A necessary, uplifting volume that celebrates ‘black girl magic’ and ‘black boy joy’.” * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisThis friendly picture book helps young children make sense of mixed-up emotions. Happy, and also sad. Excited, but nervous too. Feeling friendly, with a little shyness mixed in. Mixed feelings are natural, but they can be confusing. There are different kinds of happya the quiet kind and the a noisy, giggly, jump and runa ? kind. And there are conflicting feelings, like proud and jealous, frustrated and determined. With gentle messaging and charming illustrations, a little girl talks about her many layered feelings, ultimately concluding, a When I have more than one feeling inside me, I dona t have to choose just one. I know that all my feelings are okay at the same time.a ? A special section for adults presents ideas for helping children explore their emotions, build a vocabulary of feeling words, know what to do if they feel overwhelmed, and more.

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Book SynopsisThe story of Cinderella gets a Truck Tales twist!For kids who love all things cars and trucks comes the latest in the Truck Tales series! Cylinderella lives with the three meanest trucks in all the land: Olga, Holga, and Helga. All day long, she scrubs Olga''s floors, shines Helga''s hubcaps, and cleans Helga''s cylinders (yuck!). When King Carburetor announces the Royal Car Show, surely Cylinderella won''t be allowed to attend?that is, not until the Fairy Rod Mother has something to say about it. Oooooogaaaa! Cylinderella is whisked to the show, where the kingdom discovers that what''s inside a person is more important than a shiny coat of paint. Find more truck twists on all your favorite fairytales, including: Hansel and Diesel The Three Little Rigs and more! Each book is constructed of sturdy, durable board, perfect for little hands and fingers. With magical illustrations and easy-to-read type, this is one tale you''ll be asked to read again and again! A cars and truck twist on Cinderella Features beloved characters like Cylinderella and the Fairy Rod Mother From the author of Unicorn (and Horse) and the illustrator of My Little Prayer A Vooks original animated storybook!

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Book SynopsisFeeling scared can make you feel like you want to run and hide in a safe place. What do parents do when their child feels scared? Each book features a page of parents' notes written by a child psychologist.

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Book SynopsisFilled with pearls of wisdom and positivity originally written during lockdown, this heartwarming story is told by the creators' two adorable dogs, Hucky and Buzz.The thoughts expressed by Hucky and Buzz reflect the emotions, moods and feelings which will resonate with every young child. In this deceptively simple book Maddy Bard, a mindfulness and meditation coach, shares her tips on boosting confidence, positivity and self-belief. Featuring the creators' own adorable dogs, and brought to life with Emma Dodd's enchanting illustrations, Hucky and Buzz is a little gem of a book - a doggy handbook for a healthy and happy life. This beautiful book with shiny foil pages is the perfect gift and ideal for readers of The Colour Monster, Happy: A Child's Book of Mindfulness and Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series.Trade ReviewTwo frolicsome and companionable dogs promote ways to "Be Happy" in this upbeat picture book, which offers a simple set of imperatives that link mindfulness to contentment. "Be Thankful," proposes bold text as the canines sniff dandelions and "appreciate the little things." "Believe in Yourself," encourages another page as the poodle and dachshund run across a bridge. While Bard acknowledges a range of emotions ("Sometimes it's OK to not feel OK"), some suggestions feel more moralistic than mindful ("Keep Busy/ Hucky and Buzz are happiest when they have plans for the day"). Outlined with loosely drawn black lines, Dodd's pups stand out against basic digital backdrops. Questions throughout encourage readers to reflect interactively on ways they can join Hucky and Buzz in their dogged pursuit of joy-a task that this book renders as seemingly easy. -- Publisher's Weekly * Publisher's Weekly *Will resonate and inspire 0-5 year olds...A charming picture book story to help younger children keep in touch with and embrace their feelings -- Tom Tolkien * School Reading List *

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Book SynopsisHow will you know what's possible if you don't try? This is a story for anyone who has ever felt like a beginner, or had doubts, or worried they weren't good enough. It's a story for those who have experienced the pain of trying something new and not having it turn out as they had hoped. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, this captivating book celebrates the way failure is the just the beginning of the journey. With alluring black-and-white illustrations and a powerful message, this beautiful tale is about how failure has so much to offer--lessons that help us learn, grow, and discover all the amazing things we can do.

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Book SynopsisBe Original is a guided notebook that provides tools, advice and inspiration to help teenagers to identify and embrace their individuality. This practical guide inspires teenagers to discover what makes them unique, celebrate their originality and present their most authentic selves to the world. Including topics such as resisting peer pressure, pushing past their comfort zone and believing in themselves to realise their dreams. The popular Be You series has been designed to help teenagers with the most common issues they face today Beautifully illustrated guide providing tools, advice, and inspiration to embrace individuality Includes supportive, unpatronising and gender-neutral language Aimed at teenagers, their parents, teachers and carers Written by the team behind bestselling TEEN Breathe magazine Table of ContentsDream big, be aspirational Oh, go on then! Shy and aspiring Rebel with a cause Don’t be a sheep Guiding light Beware what you share Sweet solitude 100 friends and counting Jealous vibes Face the spotlight Sunshine breath Festival of fun The stupidity of confidence Soar like an eagle Don’t stop the music Girls who code Want to be a YouTube star? Fictional friends See for yourself Make a vision board Bedroom bliss The clothes show Say it your way Seeing double Let’s party I’d like to teach the world to sing Earn while you learn Frame, click and print What is the meaning of life? Write on Time for plan B

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Book SynopsisThis thoughtful book explores how to be kind and why kindness is so important. A range of questions help children and their grown-ups to think, and talk, about being kind to others and ourselves, as well as nature and our planet. Beautiful illustrations by Christine Pym help young children to understand big concepts by setting them in a world of friendly bugs. Plenty to talk about and be inspired by.

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Book SynopsisWith flaps, tabs and sliders, I Can Say Sorry will help young children to learn when they need to say sorry – and how to say it with meaning.With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who are just starting to recognize their feelings and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose will provide parents with all the extra guidance they need.The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer’s Good Play Guide.Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: I Like to be Kind, Sometimes I am Worried, Sometimes I am Angry, When I am Happy and I Can Be Patient.Trade ReviewA lovely series of books with colourful illustrations and interactive pages that encourage children to explore and share their emotions. The wheels, flaps and sliders provided great discussion points … and are great for reading together as they raise a lot of questions to get the whole family talking about their feelings. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

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Book SynopsisA New York Times Best Seller and award-winning book, What Do You Do With an Idea? is for anyone who's ever had a big idea. This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It's a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn't going anywhere. In fact, it's just getting started.Trade ReviewNational best seller, appearing in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly.Gold medal winner of the Independent Publishers Award, the Washington State Book Award, and the Moonbeam Children's Book Award."What makes this message so unique is the simple but beautiful way it's delivered, in narrative and illustration, through the eyes and voice of an innocent and hopeful child. What Do You Do With An Idea? is a spectacular book for all ages and is a wonderful treasure for any home or school library."The Children's Book Review"Despite the fact that it's Yamada's first time writing a children's book, it's had breakout success, selling over 300,000 copies since its publication date of January 2014."Publisher's Weekly

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Book SynopsisThe classic, bestselling title today's parents grew up with - Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul 25th Anniversary Edition has been refreshed and updated with additional, new stories to help today's teens be the happiest, best versions of themselves. It’s time to discover who you really are, feel empowered, define how the world sees you, and become more forgiving of family and friends… and yourself. It’s still mostly about people. That’s why this book starts with chapters on Relationships, Friendship, Family, and Love and Kindness, and then moves on to Learning, Tough Stuff, and Making a Difference. And finally—because you’re looking to the future—a chapter on Going for It. You’re not alone. When you read these stories about the lives of other teens you’ll realize you share many experiences and emotions. That is so empowering and comforting. That’s why this collection of stories for teenagers is one of our most popular books ever, now updated for its 25th anniversary–with three dozen new stories for you—including ones about being a teenager during the pandemic, social media and technology, and many other modern-day issues. Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.

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Book SynopsisAward-winning artist Satoshi Kitamura delivers the powerful message that kindness is more important than money. Nominated for the Greenaway Medal 2021. Celebrate the power of a smile in this deceptively simple story set in a multi-ethnic market. A small boy is planning how to spend his first ever pocket money when disaster strikes and he's left with only one coin. His day seems to be ruined until he sees a Smile Shop. In a surprise ending, the world is put to rights and suddenly the whole world is smiling again!Trade Review'A captivating and surprising picture book packed with intricate illustrations and a strong message - that kindness is more important than money. This wonderful picture book is packed with beautifully observed illustrations, full of gentle humour and intricate detail, which reflect a multicultural, multi-ethnic town.'Book Trust; 'A wonderful demonstration of the fact that kindness is worth so much more than anything that money can buy - something else we've learned in the last few months. A book to ponder upon and discuss across a wide age range.' Red Reading Hub; 'A beautiful book to share and use to remind us that money isn't necessary to be happy, and that kindness costs nothing but makes the world a nicer place to be a part of.' What I read; 'Kitamura's simple but emotive story speaks loudly about the power of kindness and its value to us as human beings in a shared world, while his richly detailed and carefully crafted illustrations are brimming with warm humour, compassion and acute insight. With its playful story, subtle philosophy, and resonant messages about the infectious nature of a simple smile, this beautiful book is guaranteed to lift the spirits of readers young and old.' Lancashire Evening Post

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Book SynopsisOne little girl is determined to find her perfect pet at a wonderfully unusual animal shelter. The Copley County Animal Shelter has an aardvark, a lizard, a goose, a weasel, and plenty more. But do they have a dog? Our little girl has even turned up with a trolley to take home a dog – and she will not take ‘no’ for an answer! This hilarious subversion of the standard you-cannot-have-a-pet trope is a wonderful read-aloud text with repetition and build up of drama. The fun of the story could even lead to a wider discussion about what pets it is really possible to have.Trade Review“Agee, an absurdist of long and beloved standing . . . knows how to build on and milk a fine premise. This is a very fine one . . . and Agee’s cartoonish but deadpan watercolors strike just the right comic tone.” —The New York Times Book Review;“This is a great storytime read-aloud and a wonderful addition to any library collection. This cheerful story is sure to inspire bouts of laughter from young children.” —School Library Journal;“Agee’s cartoon drawings of the hapless animals are winning, but it’s the child’s implacable resolve that sees the story through.” —Publishers Weekly;“Beginning readers will love the child’s firm reiteration of priorities . . . This entertaining, engaging read makes the most impossible pets seem…well, possible.” —Kirkus;“Agee (The Wall in the Middleof the Book, 2018) brings his unique charm and gentle absurdity to an otherwise-straightforward dialogue . . . his artwork elevates the story, rendering so much humor(and, somehow, pathos) through deceptively simple expressions and gestures. With Agee, readers are always in for a treat. —Booklist;“The charm here is in the subversion of the standard you-cannot-have-a-pet trope, with the youngster playing the practical, no-nonsense realist, and the grownup tending toward the outlandish and frantic.” —BCCB

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Book SynopsisEmpower your child and help them build their self-esteem and resilience with 365 affirmations, one for each day of the year.I am strong. I am brave. I can handle anything. This inspiring positive affirmations book reminds children of all the things they can love about themselves and what they have to offer the world. This wonderful self-care book will teach kids aged 7-9 years the power of positive thinking. Here''s what''s inside: - Beautiful children''s book with daily affirmations for children and calming illustrations- Contains profiles of key historical figures and events- Includes step-by-step mindful activities for kids that will help bring the affirmations to lifeFrom positivity to calm and adventure, this affirmations journal for kids has a different theme for each month. This will help children overcome negative thoughts and remind them to champion themselves throughout the year. Affirmations tied to certain key

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Book SynopsisBring more calm into every dayThis deck of beautifully illustrated cards is packed with soothing statements and mindful words to help your child relax and reset. Each of the 52 cards includes a mindfulness mantra to encourage calm and kindness and will help your child to manage their moods and find peaceful moments every day.- Box includes 52 individual cards and a wooden holder- Perfect to display in your child's room, or anywhere in the home- Beautifully presented and featuring bespoke card designs

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Book SynopsisThis friendly deck of 52 cards contains open questions and simple exercises to transform the way your child expresses and understands their feelings. The box also includes a pocket-sized booklet with information for caring adults. Let's get talking! Find new ways to connect, share and communicate with your child with the help of this supportive deck of 52 prompt cards. These thought-provoking conversation starters and gentle activities provide a fun and engaging way to spark conversation, encouraging children to talk openly about their feelings and develop their emotional awareness. Compiled by an experienced child therapist and accompanied by helpful instructions, the colour-coded cards are divided into four categories for easy selection, including feelings, well-being, self-esteem and mindfulness. The open questions and prompts in this deck will inspire children to connect with their feelings and thought patterns and grow their emotional intelligence. Get Talking Cards for Kids offers an enjoyable way to help improve communication, encourage self-discovery and foster an essential life skill.

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Book SynopsisPraise for The Problem With Problems: 'A masterclass in how to do children's self help well... the medicine will go down very easily' TELEGRAPH What happens if you meet a Fear? It's a frightening thing, and it's different for us all. Some are helpful and keep us safe, others cannot be explained. You can fight them and tame them, but sometimes, you might find you were mistaken, and the Fear was really excitement all along! One thing's for sure... often the things you fear are more afraid of you. Also in the series: The Problem with Problems The Worrying WorriesTrade Review"An excellent book for parents and children to share and return to often" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading *

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Book Synopsis*Shortlisted for the 2020 North Somerset Children's Book Award*From the co-creator of the viral 'Tea Consent' video, this is the perfect introduction to consent for kids and families everywhere.Your body belongs to you and you get to set your own rules, so that you may have boundaries for different people and sometimes they might change. Like when you hi-five your friends and kiss your kitten, but not the other way round! But consent doesn't need to be confusing. From setting boundaries, to reflecting on your own behaviour and learning how to be an awesome bystander, this book will have you feeling confident, respected, and 100% in charge of yourself and your body Brought to life with funny and informative illustrations, this is the smart, playful and empowering book on consent that everyone has been waiting for.Trade ReviewAt once inspiring, informative and entertaining, this perfectly-pitched consent primer covers the concept of consent, setting boundaries, having control over your personal space and body, and being self-aware. * Love Reading 4 Kids *Consent is a big, tricky topic to talk about but this book, with its comic strip format, pulls it off in a way that's fun, accessible, and uplifting. A much-needed book that should be in every home and classroom. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande

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Book SynopsisA clear explanation of what immigration is, and the reasons people immigrate.How do we convey to kids what immigration really means? How do we explain all the difficult decisions people make when they choose to leave their home country to start over somewhere new? This book will help! This book shows kids aged 5-9 breaking down the many complexities of immigration, while reminding us all that no matter where we come from, we are all human and should be treated equally.A Kids Book About Immigration features: - A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.- A friendly, approachable, yet empowering, kid-appropriate tone throughout.- An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.Tackling important discourse together! The A Kids Book About series are best used when

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Book SynopsisA charming story of friendship and truly believing in yourself… with a touch of magic and witchcraft. It all began once upon a magical town, when a little girl called Moira received a wondrous magic Relic. But try as she might, she couldn’t make her Relic blossom into life and make her magic powers shine like her best friend Lilly could. Her potions didn’t sparkle, her spells fell flat and everything she did seemed to go wrong. Can Moira learn to believe in herself and finally let her powers shine? This heart-warming story about how witches got their powers is part of the critically acclaimed Once Upon... series, which includes the Waterstones Children's Prize-shortlisted Once Upon a Unicorn Horn.

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Book SynopsisFrizzy Haired Zuzu is a children''s picture book about accepting and loving your appearance. Zuzu loves riding her bike and dancing to all kinds of music. Her curly red hair would bounce when she danced. But Zuzu hates her hair. The older she gets, the bigger it grows. With her sisters and mother, she tries several hilarious—yet disastrous—solutions to tame her frizzy hair. Finally she saves up all her money to visit a salon. But with straighter hair, will she still feel like herself? Zuzu must dig deep down to sort out her feelings about what is beautiful to others…and herself.

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Book SynopsisFind your way to awesome with this brilliant toolkit of goals, plans and challenges! Boys and girls everywhere have been discovering that they can be awesome thanks to bestselling author Matthew Syed. Now he's created an interactive journal full of life hacks, challenges and activities to give kids the confidence to come up with their own plan of action to be the best they can be. Because, with the right mindset, you really CAN do (almost) anything, whether you want to supercharge your maths, try out for the team or be the first person to walk on Mars. Whether setting out their goals, planning the best practice ever, keeping calm with breathing exercises or making paper aeroplanes to understand marginal gains, readers will love the brilliant activities in The You Are Awesome Journal. This is the perfect toolkit for anyone who dreams big - and who wants to make those dreams come true.Praise for YOU ARE AWESOME: 'Great book for young children about determination, resilience, self-confidence.' - Phil Neville, former England footballer and head coach of England Women'I have lost track of the number of people recommending YOU ARE AWESOME by Matthew Syed. An accessible, practical approach to helping kids develop a growth mindset.' - The Bookseller'An awesome book about becoming awesome. How inspiring it is to know that there's a path to awesomeness and that anyone - absolutely anyone - can go down that path. This book shows you how.' - Professor Carol Dweck, Professor of Psychology, Stanford University'Grab yourselves a copy folks, this is wonderful and insightful.' - Author Giles Paley-Phillips'I read YOU ARE AWESOME in one go, and then read it again! It answered so many questions I had about how to get better at some of the things I struggle with. It has stories of how others have been successful and makes you feel that you can do it too. After reading YOU ARE AWESOME I've changed how I approach difficult things. I've told all my friends to read it!' - Freddie, age 10'I loved this book. YOU ARE AWESOME really builds your confidence and shows you how the right mindset can help you achieve your dreams. It shows that you have to be brave, prepare for failure and have self-belief. I will definitely be using some of the principles in this book to tackle some everyday challenges and other bigger ones too. A definite must read for anyone who wants to achieve more with their lives and build their confidence.' - Ella, age 13

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Book SynopsisAn ordinary boy in an ordinary world. With no words, only illustrations, Small Things tells the story of a boy who feels alone with his worries, but who learns that help is always close by. A universal story, told simply and with breathtaking beauty, about dealing with sadness, anxiety, depression, heartache or loss, and finding your way in the world

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Book SynopsisAcclaimed creator Laura Dockrill sews together family, imagination and heart in this lyrical and completely unique Barrington Stoke debut. Sequin's mum is a talented seamstress and their little flat is overflowing with beautiful silks, fabrics, buttons and beads. It's a sparkling sanctuary, like a princess's wardrobe. While Mum works at her sewing machine late into the night, Sequin takes care of her baby brother, Stitch, and dreams of a place in the spotlight for her brilliant mum. But when tragedy strikes, their shimmering world disintegrates and Sequin is forced to confront the biggest loss of all … Acclaimed creator Laura Dockrill sews together family, imagination and heart in this lyrical and completely unique novella.Trade Review"A story that needs to be read by everyone" – Readers that Care, Blog "Laura Dockrill has created a poignant, touching story about the love between a little girl and her mum, full of her trademark quirky voice and brilliant ability to depict the minds of kids" – BookTrust "Poignant, touching adventure … a story that readers will absolutely love, with a twist that they’ll want to return to again and again" – LoveReading4Kids "It broke my heart. Like in that very quiet way books sometimes do … This is a gorgeous story filled with love" – A little but a lot, Blog

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Book SynopsisAn interactive activity book for 9–12-year-olds on overcoming anxiety You can conquer your worries. The power is within you! We all experience anxiety from time to time. It can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable, and stops us from doing the things we enjoy – so what on earth can we do about it? Be the Change: Be Calm will show you how to shut down anxiety with fun and simple ways to calm your mind by listening to what your body is telling you. Ever tried the half-salamander exercise? You should! And have you ever performed a body scan? Thought not. These amazing activities along with many others will become your toolkit to a calmer and happier life. Award-winning author Marcus Sedgwick takes us on a fascinating journey to find out where anxiety comes from, looking at the power of storytelling in terms of training our brain to overcome worries. He also shows us what animals can teach us about dealing with stress AND introduces us to our second brain! Hello! It's time to make CALM your superpower. ARE YOU READY TO BE KIND TO YOUR MIND?

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Book SynopsisThe Confidence Code for Girls meets The Care & Keeping of You in this bold, bighearted book about growing up with unshakable confidence.Puberty comes with a lot of changes for girls today. There's the thrilling stuff: making friends, discovering their superpowers, and finding their voices. Then there are the not-so-fun parts: body changes, school stress, and totally understandable social anxiety. It's enough to make a Rebel Girl's head spin! That's where we come in.Filled with helpful advice, Q&As between experts and girls around the world, and fun quizzes, Growing Up Powerful has the inside scoop on all things girlhood, and gives tweens and teens the tools they need to become their most confident selves.Trade ReviewComprehensive, personal and sensitively written, Growing Up Powerful is not just an invaluable book, but a friend, confidante and superpower resource for girls. * The School Reading List *

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Book SynopsisMore than 125 extraordinary teens and women share their advice, experiences, and the secrets of their success-in their own words. Through letters, poems, essays, self-portraits, and more, the authors tackle topics like overcoming obstacles, discovering your passion, and dreaming big.Learn how Ms. Marvel actor Iman Vellani connected with her roots through her character. Read about how March for our Lives co-founder Jaclyn Corin found her voice as an activist. Follow mountaineer Carla Pérez on the final 100 meters to the top of Mount Everest. This rich collection of first-person stories has something for everyone, inspiring young readers to try new things, face their fears, and be themselves.Dear Rebel includes contributions from:Samantha BarryJill CultonMelinda French GatesLaurene Powell JobsMaria Teresa KumarPhilomena KwaoGeetha MuraliCatt SadlerRandi Zuckerberg. . . and many more! Plus, scannable codes let you listen to bonus audio stories in the Rebel Girls app.Trade ReviewSincere, accessible advice and inspiration.—Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisABC What Can She Be? presents a world of possibilities—from astronaut to zoologist and everything in between—for all little girls with big dreams. Not even the sky is the limit with this fun approach to learning the alphabet! This book from Walter Foster Jr. encourages young girls by presenting a colorful variety of choices for their future careers. Talented illustrator Jessie Ford artfully pairs the letters of the alphabet with vibrant, eye-catching illustrations that paint an inspiring picture for budding trailblazers everywhere. Representing all kinds of girls, ABC What Can She Be? depicts girls with different colors, sizes, shapes, and abilities in both traditional and nontraditional occupations. ABC What Can She Be? explores 26 different career paths, including engineer, writer, neurosurgeon, software engineer, and pilot. Each page introduces a letter of the alphabet with bright artwork and highlights a career that is fun, challenging, and makes a big impact in its own way. These 26 careers are just some of the things she can be! A boldly illustrated, fun family read,ABC What Can She Be? is a great way for parents to introduce their small children to the bright futures before them. Girls can dream big and do anything! The ABC for Me series presents a world of possibilities from A to Z and everything in between! For all little kids with big dreams, the endearing illustrations and mindful concepts in this series pair each letter of the alphabet with words that promote big dreams, inclusion, acceptance, healthy living, and other key concepts important to emotional well-being. Other books in this series include: ABC What Can He Be? (2019) ABC What Can I Be? (2020) ABC Let’s Celebrate You & Me (2021) ABC Everyday Heroes Like Me (2021) Trade Review“It’s never too early to each kids about female empowerment, and this book aimed at toddlers does just that.” * Evening Standard *Table of ContentsTable of Contents Astronaut Botanist Chef Diver Engineer Fire Fighter Gymnast Hairstylist Interior Designer Judge Keyboardist Librarian Mechanic Neurosurgeon Optometrist Pilot Quantum Physicist Referee Software Engineer Teacher UN Ambassador Veterinarian Writer X-Ray Technician Yoga Instructor Zoologist

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Book SynopsisThe noisy bum is back - and more cheeky than ever! When a littleboy tries to control his mischievous bottom, he finds it impossible!Maybe he should just sit still? He does his best but soon enoughhe feels a wriggle... and a jiggle... his cheeky bum is on themove again!

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Book SynopsisLinsey Davis, Emmy-winning correspondent for ABC News and author of The World Is Awake, brings us One Big Heart, A Celebration of Being More Alike than Different, a beautiful picture book that celebrates diversity as well as the things we all have in common.Trade ReviewAwarded Outreach Magazine's 'Best Books of the Year -- Resource of the Year -- Kids and amp; Youth Category' March 2020 * Outreach Magazine *Emmy Award-winning journalist, Linsey Davis writes an easy-to-read children's book that emphasizes unity and connection with others. Through vibrant and playful illustrations, One Big Heart celebrates our differences but also emphasizes what unites us--such as emotions, imagination and compassion. No matter a child's color or size, everyone can relate to this multicultural picture book that showcases the beauty of finding common ground in diversity. How this book helps readers: One Big Heart is a joyous celebration of diversity as well as the many wonderful ways we're more alike than different. * CRA Weekly News 8/14/19 *Listed as ChristianBestsellerList.com (ECPA) 'Notable Christian Children's Books by Authors of Color' July 2020 * ChristianBestsellerList.com (ECPA) *Named Good Morning America's Anchors' Favorite Book Picks of 2019 by Robin Roberts * Good Morning America *Named Plugged In Magazine's 'Top 10 Family-Friendly Picture Books from 2019' * Plugged In Magazine *Named Risen Magazine's '8 Titles for Toddlers to Tweens During Quarantine' * Risen Magazine *

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Book SynopsisYou Can Do Anything, Tyrone! is a fantastic fun tale of imagination and adventure from the award-winning comedian and actor Sir Lenny Henry.Tyrone is going to build a brilliant rocket ship out of building blocks and go on an adventure to the moon! There's just one problem . . . the blocks won't work, and Tyrone quickly loses his temper. Luckily, Grandad Cleveland is on hand to show him that with self belief, a bit of determination and a lot of imagination, there’s nothing Tyrone can't do. In fact, why stop at the moon when there's the rest of the world and a whole universe to explore!A highly entertaining rhyming story full of love, family and fun - brilliantly brought to life by illustrator Salomey Doku.

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Book Synopsisour Life provides the only whole school solution for combining Citizenship and PSHE at Key Stage 3 and 4. The third editions of this bestselling series contains extensive materials on Economic Wellbeing and Financial Capability.Building on the huge success of the second editions, each full-colour Student's book has been completely updated to provide a range of age-appropriate stimulus material and engaging activities designed to develop student's skills, knowledge and understanding in line with the revised Programme of Study and the National Framework for PSHE.Your Life:offers a progressive, coherent programme for the Citizenship and PSHE throughout secondary schoolreduces preparation time with well-researched, balancedcoverage of a huge range of topicsis ideal for use on a year by year or selective basis with a clear flexible structure and self-contained unitsoffers masses of support for teachers including photocopiable activities and assessment materialContents1. You and your feelingTrade ReviewYour Life at Key Stage 3 will: save you time by supporting coverage of the PSHE and Citizenship curriculum in one timetable slot inspire confidence in your non-specialist teachers with a KS3 Co-ordinator’s file containing lesson plans for each topic ensure that you are covering the Programme of Study for Economic Wellbeing and Financial Capability, as well as Citizenship and PSHE. John Foster is Britain’s leading author in the field of PSHE

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Book SynopsisA TITCH storybook by award winning author, Pat Hutchins. His brother Pete and his sister Mary have bigger biokes than Titch, kites that fly high-up in the sky and instruments that make much BIGGER noises. But when Titch plants a tiny seed thay all find out that starting off small is just the first stage of GROWING!!!

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Book SynopsisA vibrant, joyful, and powerful story about a little girl with a LOT of strength trying to find her place in the world.Harriet isn''t just strong - she''s the strongest girl in the whole world! And though her super-strength is mostly wonderful, it does make things like bouncing on trampolines, mixing cake batter, and putting the cap on the toothpaste a bit, well... tricky.So when the Seriously Strong Touring Circus comes to town, Harriet thinks she might POP with excitement to see other people just like her! Hans the Hairy and Betty Biceps show her that being strong should be celebrated - and when Muscleman Max prepares to break a world record, Harriet suddenly finds herself taking a starring role in the performance- one she could never have dreamed of...This humorous and empowering read features a brilliant cast of larger-than-life characters, and a heroine that you can''t help but root for. A true celebration of strength, difference, and findi

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Book SynopsisFrom US Vice President Kamala Harris comes a picture book with an empowering message - superheroes are all around us, and if we try, we can all be heroes too - including you! NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Before Kamala Harris was elected to the vice presidency, she was a little girl who loved superheroes. When she looked around, she was amazed to find them everywhere! In her family, amongst her friends, even down the street - there were superheroes wherever she looked. And those superheroes showed her that all you need to do to be a superhero is be the best that you can be.In this joyful picture book that speaks directly to children, Kamala Harris takes readers through her life and shows them that the power to make the world a better place is inside all of us. With fun, engaging illustrations by Mechal Renee Roe, as well as a guide to being your very own superhero, this book is sure to have young readers taking up the superhero mantle (cape and mask optional).

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Book SynopsisFrom sweet baby to wild baby, from snuggly baby to grumpy baby, this book will capture every parent''s heart as it features a diverse and adorable cast of babies in all their moods.The perfect gift for new parents and baby showers. Packed with heartwarming illustrations and playful text that''s a joy to read aloud, this book is perfect for introducing different feelings to little babies.From New York Times bestselling author, Emily Winfield Martin of The Wonderful Things You Will Be! comes a brand-new story to delight readers young and old.

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Book SynopsisClothilde has lived her whole life in the shadows with her (sometimes) thieving and (always) ailing father. But when he fails to meet her one morning, sending her instead a mysterious ticket of half-paffage, Clo finds herself journeying across the sea to reunite with him. The ticket, however, leaves her on a sunless island inhabited only by creaking fishermen, a rumpled old woman, a piggish cat, and a moon-cheeked boy named Cary.Clo is quickly locked away and made to spend her days in unnerving chores with the island''s extraordinary fish, while the old woman sits nearby weaving an endless gray tapestry. Frustrated and aching with the loss of her father, Clo must unravel the mysteries of the island and all that''s hidden in the vast tapestry''s threads-secrets both exquisite and terrible. And she must decide how much of herself to give up in order to save those she thought she''d lost forever.Inspired by Greek mythology, Spindlefish and Stars invites re

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