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

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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Book SynopsisAlone in the woods one night, 14-year-old Leah's life is transformed. She has the strangest sensation of gliding across the night sky, among millions of dazzling stars. This profound experience sparks a burning question in Leah that no one seems able to answer...Trade Review"Home touches on everything from etymology to more traditional teen issues of school bullies and body image issues and the ever increasing urgency to act to slow down global warming... This is a book with a lot of positive messages and would be a good introduction into more philosophical thinking for teenagers while helping them to perhaps understand themselves and the world around them better." - LoveReading4Kids "I really enjoyed the wider questions Home provides it's readers... I think this is a great book to read to inspire young minds and to teach important lessons about acceptance, team-work and standing up for what you believe in. A great book for inquisitive readers!" - NetGalley Review

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Book SynopsisWhat does it mean to be lonely? Loneliness 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 lonely and discover ways to manage their feelings. Large, vivid photos help illustrate what loneliness 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 SynopsisImagine all your friends growing up, moving on, and you being stuck in one year of your life... More of Me is an incredible, unforgettable story of identity, friendship, love and sacrifice.Trade ReviewA gripping thriller with a sinister sci-fi edge, exploring family, identity and sacrifice. * The Bookseller *A definite page turner and I read it almost in one sitting. Be warned – this is one of those books that stops time and there is a risk your real life will be put on hold while you follow Teva's story. * The Book Bag *A gripping thriller with a sinister sci-fi edge. * The Bookseller *Of all of us, teenagers are surely the most enthralled by ideas of self and self-determination and this creepy, unusual novel will have them glued to the pages. * LoveReading4Kids *A super-smart, standout read that takes a pinch of sci-fi, a dash of romance and a hefty dose of tension and mixes them up in a contemporary test tube. It grabbed me from the very first page and didn't let go! * Tamsyn Murray, author of My So-Called Afterlife *

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Book Synopsis"A sumptuously imagined children's debut" The Telegraph"A fast paced; single minded adventure. Female bravery is a given" The Observer When Art's mother is accused of witchcraft and captured, she is determined to get her back - at any cost. A lyrical adventure with folklore at its heart, for fans of THE HOUSE WITH CHICKEN LEGS.Twelve-year-old Art lives in a small village in Scotland. Her mother has always made potions that cure the sick, but now the townspeople say she is a witch. One cloudless night, Art's mother is arrested and taken to England. Art mounts her horse, taking a sword, a tightrope, and a herbal recipe book, and begins a journey through wild forests, using nature's signs and symbols to guide her.But will she spot the signs from the omens? Will she reach her mother, before it's too late?'A wonderful book' - Piers Torday'Very exciting' - Anthony McGowan 'Thrilling and uplifting' - Frank Cottrell-Boyce 'Gripping. I raced through it' - A.M. HowellTrade ReviewThe Forest of Moon and Sword is a sumptuously imagined children's debut by Amy Raphael, which follows the plight of a 12-year-old girl in 17th-century Scotland, whose mother is accused of witchcraft. -- Emily Bearn * The Daily Telegraph *There are emotional issues - loss, grief, betrayal, friendship - that help the story sing across the historical divide. * Irish Times *The Forest of Moon and Sword (Orion, £7.99) is a fast-paced and single-minded adventure, featuring plant lore as well as a cast of unexpected allies, human and animal; female bravery is a given. -- Kitty Empire * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThis humorous picture book helps children explore the big questions around life, the universe and everything. Questions include: What is happiness? Will there ever be world peace? Is there life after death? What is truth?The book is part of the series, 'Big Questions, Big World' for children aged 7 plus. With lots of humorous illustrations and different scenarios to consider, the books help the reader to gain confidence in their own ideas and to think critically. They are a great introduction to philosophical thinking and encourage the reader to learn through challenging ideas. Titles in the series: How do I decide what is right? Why do we need rules? What makes me special? Why are we here?Table of Contents 1: What does it all mean? 1: What came first? 1: Is there a god? 1: What is real? 1: How do I think? 1: Can machines think? 1: What is happiness? 1: Will there ever be world peace? 1: Who decides what’s beautiful? 1: Does anything stay the same? 1: Is there life after death? 1: What is truth? 1: Will we ever know everything? 1: Glossary 1: What is philosophy? 1: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to train your brain and become the best you can be in this empowering and inclusive guide by the nation's favourite doctor, Dr Ranj.Brains don't look like much, do they? A touch of slime here, some squishy grey stuff there. But in fact, your brain is more powerful than any supercomputer, and it is completely fascinating. Have you ever wondered why you're left-handed? Or why you have dreams? Or what causes pins and needles?I'll tell you what else: your brain is completely unique. That's right: no one else has a brain quite like yours. So if you want to learn how to make the most of YOUR brain, this is the book for you. It doesn't just explain how the brain works. It'll teach you how to train your brain to get better at stuff you find difficult. It'll show you how different people think in different ways and why that makes each person so special. It'll help you keep your mind happy and healthy. Because when that brilliant brain of yours is in tip-top condition, you can be the BEST version of you.You'll discover:- Why some skills come to you more easily than others- How to cope with knockbacks and improve on the difficult stuff- Why we feel certain emotions and how to manage the difficult ones- How to keep your brain in top condition for learning- Why looking after your mind is the key to growing up happyIncluding insights from neurodiverse young people, the book also features bright two-colour illustrations from David O'Connell and dyslexia-friendly design. NHS paediatrician and Sunday Times bestselling author of How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing, Dr Ranj, is here to inspire ALL young readers to love themselves, however their brains work.

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Book SynopsisHelp children learn the power of kindness in everyday life with this fun lift-the-flap book.Find Out About: Kindness helps busy preschoolers learn about their interactions with others as they start to experience nursery, school and the wider world. Featuring friendly child characters and familiar situations with siblings, friends and family, they will learn to empathise and socialise others. With fun flaps to lift, this is an excellent book for children and parents to share together.Also available: Find Out About: Animals, Find Out About: Saving Our Planet, Find Out About: Feelings

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Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud funny picture book, starring the small but mighty Mouse!Mouse might be teeny-tiny-titchy-witchy, but she's determined to show the other animals that anyone can roar like a dinosaur. With the help of her trusty "How to Roar Like a Dinosaur" book, Mouse gets to work getting her dino-roar back, much to the bemusement of the chattering meerkat, the grunting warthog and the ruk-ruking chameleon . . .But what's that coming up behind them, with a really loud ROAR?! The follow-up to the hilarious I am a Tiger and I am not an Elephant, written by Karl Newson and illustrated by Amnesty CILIP Award winning artist, Ross Collins.

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Book SynopsisLila has just moved to a new town and can't wait to make friends at school. But on the first day, a boy points at her and shouts: "A crow! A crow! The new girl's hair is black like a crow!" The others whisper and laugh, and Lila's heart grows as heavy as a stone. The next day, Lila covers her hair. But this time, the boy points at her dark skin. When she covers her face, he mocks her dark eyes. Now every day at school, Lila hides under her turtleneck, dark glasses, and hat. And every day when she goes home, she sees a crow who seems to want to tell her something. Lila ignores the bird and even throws rocks at it, but it won't go away. Meanwhile, the great autumn festival is approaching. While the other kids prepare their costumes, Lila is sadder and lonelier than ever. At her lowest point of despair, a magical encounter with the crow opens Lila's eyes to the beauty of being different, and gives her the courage to proudly embrace her true self.

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Book SynopsisPerfectionism may seem like a worthy goal, but it s actually a burden. When you believe you must be perfect, you live in constant fear of making mistakes. Most children don t know what perfectionism is, yet many suffer from it. Nothing they do is ever good enough. School assignments are hard to start or hand in. Relationships are challenging, and self-esteem is low. Written to and for ages 9 13, this book helps kids understand how perfectionism hurts them and how to free themselves. Includes true-to-life vignettes, exercises, and a note to grown-ups.

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Book SynopsisTwenty-five rhyming poems invite children to believe in themselves, learn from mistakes, cooperate, share, help others, solve problems, be kind, tell the truth, make positive choices, and more. The short poems are quick to read, easy to learn, and fun to recite making them perfect for teaching social skills to young children. Children can memorize their favorite poems, talk about them, act them out, and get ideas for creating their own. Accompanying photographs show children from diverse backgrounds in realistic settings, and back matter provides adults with ideas for thought-provoking discussion, activities, and learning. This charming update to a popular volume of poetry for children is a book that adults and children will love sharing again and again.Trade Review"A wonderful book for helping young children."--Our Children: National PTA Magazine "The short poems are quick to read, easy to learn, and fun to recite--making them ideal for teaching practical and lifelong social skills to young children."--Children's Bookwatch

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Book SynopsisSometimes things seem hard, and my feelings are really big. Strong emotions can be overwhelming for young children, and at times they need help identifying and coping with what they're feeling. I want to feel peaceful. I won't hit or hurt.

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Book SynopsisGo to sleep and grow your brain! During the day, your brain helps you do things like eat, walk, play with friends, and learn new things—and using your brain helps it stretch and get stronger. But did you know that you have the power to grow and train your brain just by going to sleep? In fact, while you're resting, your brain is doing some of its most important work! Learn about the important jobs your brain does at night like: Locking in what you learned during the day Resetting itself so that it's ready when you wake up Even taking a bath to make sure it's clean and healthy! Written by two brain experts, Good Night to Your Fantastic Elastic Brain is packed with fascinating science and fun facts that will have kids excited to get a good night's rest!

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Book Synopsis*Over 140 million copies sold worldwide *Good for reluctant readers due to illustrative typeset *Educational edge as books contain facts about various places *Activity packs available to accompany certain titles*More fun and games online at www.geronimostilton.com/UKTrade Review"This is a fun-filled, early chapter book with cute new illustrations." - MD Walker, Netgalley

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Book SynopsisPacked full of creative activities and coping strategies, this journal and colouring book is the perfect companion when faced with difficult thoughts and feelings. Whether you are stressed out at home or school, feeling anxious or simply in need of some relaxation, this workbook provides a place for you to express your emotions. Put your own personal stamp on colouring, journaling and drawing activities and explore healthy ways of coping with difficult feelings such as anger and anxiety through inspirational quotes, poems and practical advice.With a range of activities that introduce mindfulness and encourage relaxation, this workbook will help young people aged 8-14 to develop the tools needed to prepare for and respond to future difficult situations. It is also an invaluable resource for parents and carers, teachers, counsellors and psychologists to use with young people in their care.Trade ReviewThis book is a wonderful support programme for those suffering when life is tough. It provides space, ideas and guidance but in a positive and BIG way with solid outlines to be coloured in with no fear of 'going over the lines'. Although aimed at young people, grownups will also find it a comfort! -- Julia Skinner, retired headteacher @theheadsofficeParents really struggle to know how to respond when their children are feeling low or in more serious cases dealing with mental health issues. This wonderful book is a great resource for parents to give to their children. It's a practical tool that parents can share, confident in the knowledge that it will help children to deal with difficult feelings. -- Vicki Shotbolt, CEO at Parent ZoneWhat a lovely book! Pooky brings her usual insight and imaginative flair to this colouring book with a difference. This book offers a practical and enjoyable way to help children and young people cope better with their worries and anxieties. -- Sue Cowley, author of Road School, www.suecowley.co.uk

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Book SynopsisLife as a bird can be stressful! From worrying about airplanes, windows, and getting enough worms to eat, it is clear that birds can be anxious beings. Through a light-touch, quizzical depiction of bird behaviour, All Birds Have Anxiety uses colourful images and astute explanations to explore with gentle humour what it means to live with anxiety day-to-day, and how to begin to deal with it.Following the style of the best-selling All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome and All Dogs Have ADHD, wonderful colour photographs express the complex and difficult ideas related to anxiety disorder in an easy-to-understand way. This simple yet profound book validates the deeper everyday experiences of anxiety, provides an empathic understanding of the many symptoms associated with anxiety, and offers compassionate suggestions for change. The combination of understanding and gentle humour make this the ideal introduction to anxiety disorder for those diagnosed with this condition, their family and friends and those generally interested in understanding anxiety.Trade ReviewWhilst anxiety is a normal and universally experienced emotion, problems with anxiety are becoming increasingly common in children. Anxiety affects many aspects of children's functioning. Children who experience excessive anxiety find it more difficult to learn, and they feel uncomfortable socially. Anxiety can take the fun out of childhood. In the book, All Birds Have Anxiety Kathy Hoopmann creatively communicates in a developmentally appropriate way information about anxiety, how it affects people and most importantly what can be done to manage it. Using beautiful pictures and carefully crafted words, All Birds Have Anxiety is an excellent book that will enable adults to discuss anxiety with children and together develop better strategies to cope with this difficult emotion. -- Associate Professor James Scott, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at the University of Queensland Centre for Clinical ResearchWith their mix of words and pictures Kathy Hoopmann's books have always put a smile on my face even as they've explained complex and sometimes scary issues in terms any child can understand. All Cat's Have Asperger's made autism relatable to thousands of children. Her new book on anxiety promises to do the same for a much more common condition that all of us know, and many of us live with. -- John Elder Robison, NY Times Bestselling author, Look Me in the Eye and Switched On; Neurodiversity Scholar, The College of William & MaryKathy's wonderful book is a powerful educational resource for parents and teachers alike. This book normalises the experience of anxiety, it explains how worry happens and how it affects us, but it also gives hope on how to overcome worry, stress, and fear. It helps children and adults overcome self-doubt and life challenges. The beautiful images are carefully selected, displaying common emotions amongst all living beings.I strongly recommend this fun book to children of all ages, educators and parents. -- Dr Paula Barrett, International Author of the Friends Resilience Programs, www.friendsresilience.orgOnce again, I am in awe of Kathy's ability to make the seemingly complicated, simple and accessible for all. Anxiety runs deep in our society - sometimes emerging as a pattern, and impacting on a negative way in our classrooms, home places and work places. 'All Birds Have Anxiety' is a wonderfully engaging resource that reminds us how to recognise the symptoms of anxiety in ourselves and others. She provides practical advice on how to acknowledge and deal with this emotion effectively. Not only will this book benefit the children that access it, but so too will it remind the adults in their lives of effective strategies that we can employ for ourselves and model for the children in our care. I will be recommending this resource as part of an intervention strategy to be implemented by parents, teachers and therapists of children that are facing challenges in managing anxiety. So too will I recommend it for use as part of a pro-active approach to promoting and maintaining positive mental health in our schools. -- Gráinne Boyle, Educational Psychologist and Director of The Innovation Hub, DubaiBuilding on All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome and All Dogs Have ADHD, Hoopmann uses stock photographs of dozens of birds to convey aspects of life with anxiety. The project relies heavily on anthropomorphism-namely reading worry, frustration, and fear in the faces and body language of eagles, penguins, and other birds, none of which are identified. 'When stress builds up, anything can set off anxiety, such as: a change of plan, something new, a comment, a thought. Stuff,' writes Hoopmann beside an image of a horned owl, its wide, orange eyes meant to signal extreme alarm. The text and images are well paired, but 50 pages of stressed-and-depressed-looking birds and their 'symptoms' ('Wide-awake thoughts churn in our minds') is a lot to wade through before Hoopmann begins to suggest ways to combat anxiety in the final third of the book. Ages 4-up. (Mar.) -- Publishers WeeklyK-Gr 3-Hoopmann explores the complicated subject of anxiety, including many of its causes and symptoms and different coping mechanisms, in this compact, accessible title. The book is composed of colorful and often humorous photographs of various types of birds, accompanied by simple sentences about day-to-day life with anxiety. For example, a page about feeling nervous in crowds is paired with an image of a large colony of penguins. This lighthearted approach helps make a complex topic child-friendly and easy to understand. Readers are provided with an overview of the daily feelings and challenges associated with apprehension. Suggested solutions are also presented. Hoopmann encourages readers to face what scares them and see it as something that can be managed. By offering an empathetic and relatable look at anxiety, this resource can help promote mental health awareness among children and their families. VERDICT A fine addition to school libraries and guidance counselor offices. -- School Library JournalUseful for discussion on anxiety, how it manifests and different ways of dealing with it. Oh - and the pictures will make you smile a lot! -- Janet Dowling, The School LibrarianAnxiety is a highly topical and pertinent issue, since it is being identified as a barrier to social inclusion and learning for more and more children. The book explores its complexities in an innovative way, using different types of birds to beautifully illustrate the fears that anxiety might produce, the thoughts and emotions that can arise, and crucially, what children could do that might help them to manage these more effectively. -- Helen Punter-Bruce, Special ChildrenA very worried little snowy owl looks out from the cover of this exceptional picture book. In wonderfully expressive photographs and short bursts of text, we learn a lot about anxiety...Not sleeping, feeling groggy or panicky, not being able to cope with ordinary tasks - all of these are talked about in simple terms with amazing photos of birds illustrating the problems involved... This is a book that could be used by anyone from about 9 upwards (adults as well) and will provide humour as well as serious content. -- Healthy Books, healthybooks.org.ukTable of ContentsN/A

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Book SynopsisThe encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle the feelings associated with grief, bereavement and family separation; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring. Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press that includes No Worries, Hello Happy, Stay Strong and Be Brave.Written by Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist with an introduction and notes for grown-ups. Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.Trade ReviewAn essential series which demonstrates the healing powers of art. * South Wales Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2021 and longlisted for the Kate Greenaway, now as a collectible small hardback perfect for gifting. Are you looking for happiness? Sometimes it can feel really far away, and sometimes you might have so much you can't help but share. You can try to chase it, control it or capture it, but even if it seems like it's gone for a while, you'll know it's never far away . . . Also available: a mini-hardback of the first book in the series: When Sadness Comes to Call.Trade Review"[G]entle yet profound... so much is 'said' through the carefully designed images. An outstanding book about big emotions." * Irish Independent *"A gorgeous joy-filled book... the illustrations are exquisite, conveying a wonderful message that Happiness, in the end, begins with you." * Angels & Urchins *"A stunning picture book dealing with big emotions for little people... it will encourage empathy as children start to understand their own and the emotions of others, as well as being a satisfying book to read." * LoveReading4Kids *"[Where Happiness Begins] will encourage empathy as children start to understand their own and the emotions of others." * LoveReading4Kids *"A life-affirming read." * Little London *

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Book SynopsisAbigail has ADHD and can’t concentrate, but one teacher knows just how to get her engaged. Abigail is frustrated. She can’t focus on writing and fools around instead. She is sent to the cooling down room. After that is music class, and she can’t make any of the instruments work! Just when things are about to go wrong again, the teacher discovers exactly what to do to engage this little girl, and Abigail ends up finding a special voice of her very own.Trade Review‘A great book for children who get frustrated by the expectations of school life.’ School Reading List;‘A voice for children who are shouting to be heard and an essential component to an inclusive classroom’ Just Imagine

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Book Synopsis"Once, atop a cold, dark mountain, there was an old wooden chest. And in the chest, there was a treasure so special that it could make your dreams come true. Or so it was said..." Join Hare as she sets off to find the treasure, hoping for an exciting adventure. On the way, she meets Bear, whose dream is to make friends, and Bird, whose dream is to overcome shyness. But when they eventually get to the top and find the treasure, they realise that they've already found what they're looking for. Perfect for ages 4+, this stunning picture book teaches that real treasure is not gold, but rather friendship holds the most value of all. · A stunning debut picture book · A heart-warming celebration of friendship and perseverance

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Book SynopsisCourage is doing something hard, even when you don’t know if you really can do it. Courage helps you find out what you’re good at, discover that you don’t need to be perfect and that mistakes are okay. There are many ways to be courageous.

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Book SynopsisBuild kids’ confidence with Courage Out Loud. Packed with 25 punchy poems to read aloud, showing children that their voices have immense power!Trade Review“The duo behind Poems Aloud and Smile Out Loud have focused on the theme of courage for their latest book, which features poems on how to feel brave, how to be yourself, and how to project happiness.” * The Bookseller *"What a wonderful collection of poetry, all reflecting themes of how one can be brave, gather courage and face your own fears." * Love Reading *"This collection by the children's laureate is full of empowering ideas - like the notion that all you have to do to write poems is break up lines. It dares children to find their voice." * The Sunday Times *‘In his classic style, Joseph Coelho offers up brilliantly imaginative rhyme and verses alongside guidance, which is fun, accessible and non-judgemental.’ * BookTrust *'an absolute joy to explore with children.' * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisKiwi Tidies Up offers a gentle introduction to the concept of clearing up and looking after things for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the consequences of being messy. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand their behaviour.Kiwi is always messy. He never tidies his things away at home or at school. But when his friends say they don''t want him to sit on their table anymore, Kiwi is upset. Can he start looking after his things and clearing up after himself?The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children u

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Book SynopsisBe Happy is a guided notebook for teenagers, providing tools, advice, and inspiration to promote joy and wellbeing. This practical guide helps teenagers to focus on the positives in their lives, set goals and discover the best in themselves. It covers a range of topics, from what happiness really is to simple ways to boost their mood, practising acceptance, managing their online reputation, making time for themselves, focusing on hopes and goals for the future, and enjoying the simple things in life. 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 promote joy 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 ContentsHappy talk Smile like you like it The secret to happiness Carry on laughing Attitude of gratitude Let’s hear it for friends How to survive when people don’t like you Find the bright side after rejection Change of friends Don’t be sorry Mighty motivators The colour of you Braced and confident Are selfies making you sad? Screen savers #FutureProof Are you really missing out? No.1 Appointment: You Wise words Wordly wisdom Love the weekend True bliss Calling all daredevils Pursue your passion(s) Keep dancing Sport, passion and the art of not caring Running free World of beauty Happy when it rains Nordic know-how Animal magic A new, improved you! Write a letter to your future self

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational story about optimism and overcoming adversity from New York Times bestselling illustrator, Peter H. Reynolds and debut author, Marc Colagiovanni! Some days your worries, doubts, fears and frustrations can become too heavy to carry. But what if you just left them behind.?

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Book SynopsisWritten by teenage expert, Nicola Morgan, ''Body Brilliant'' will help teenagers to develop or retain a positive body image. We''re all bombarded with information and images - through the media and our peers - about being too big, too small, being cool, being popular or having the ''right'' kind of clothes. This book addresses the body issues that nearly everyone worries about at some point in their lives and gives practical and mindful solutions to work through worries, using real-life examples, quotes and anecdotes from young adults interviewed especially for this book.''Body Brilliant'' explores psychological pressures that make us see our bodies in certain ways, positively or negatively, as well as considering how adolescent body changes, gender identity and gender expectations, sexuality and sexual orientation affect self-image, and looks at issues such as body dysmorphia and eating disorders.''Body Brilliant'' also encourages you to think about h

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Book Synopsis'Perfect for children predisposed to anxiety' - Dr Max PembertonThis is a book for people who worry (so, yeah-everyone!). The perfect companion for children feeling anxious about returning to school or feeling overwhelmed with worried thoughts.We all have a mixture of fun and not-so fun feelings. And everyone feels worried sometimes. But too much anxiety can get in the way. This fun book is here to help boys and girls identify their anxiety, understand why it's just part of that thing we call life, and equip them with all the tools they need to find calm again.Playfully presented, packed with illustrations and expertly vetted, author-artist Rachel Brian (co-creator of the viral Tea Consent video) delivers a must-have book for anyone who wonders why they worry and what they can do about it. From recognising when you're feeling anxious, to taking charge, training your brain and using awesome techniques to help you feel good again, this book will have readers worrying less and living more.'This essential book combines key information with great tips and strategies to empower children when things feel overwhelming.' - The Scotsman

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Book SynopsisCBT strategies to help kids ages 6 to 10 stand up to anxiety and feel calmWorrying all the time can stop kids from having fun with friends, hobbies, sports, or school. The CBT Workbook for Kids helps them get back to doing the things they love. The ideas and activities inside use proven, up-to-date cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies to help manage?or even change?worried thoughts and feelings.This CBT workbook is an emotional toolbox for any anxious child, full of methods to help lower anxiety. First it helps them figure out what?s going on in their heads, and then it gives them tools to change it. Fun quizzes, drawing challenges, and fill-in-the-blank exercises show them new ways to look at each worry.The CBT Workbook for Kids includes: Helpful skills?Learn techniques for expressing feelings, dealing with anger, staying focused, and making smart decisions. Relaxation strategies?Discover everyday calming methods, like creating a morning routine, asking for help, and facing fears a tiny bit at a time. Experiences from other kids?Each chapter in this CBT workbook has stories about how other kids might experience anxiety, too. Helps kids take a deep breath, face their fears, and win with this CBT workbook!

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Book SynopsisKoala Makes the Right Choice offers a gentle introduction to the concepts of choice and consequence.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to choices, and helps them find ways to make decisions and understand consequences. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand their behaviour.The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.Trade ReviewExcellent for sharing and encouraging discussion... we can all learn from the approach taken in this series. * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisEvery Halloween at sunrise, a spooky haunted house appears near Newt Castle, only to disappear again at the stroke of midnight. Ivy and Tom set out to solve the mystery, stumbling upon an imprisoned witch, a powerful sorcerer and a curse they must break before time runs out . . . The second in a fast-paced adventure series for emerging readers, set in the magical world of Miracula. With wonderful, dramatic black and white illustrations throughout, enhancing the atmosphere of wizardry, peril and fun.

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Book SynopsisMeet Eva, Simone and Ash: best friends, budding journalists, and the stars of this delightful new series about family, friends, and DOGS, from the author of the much-loved MARSHMALLOW PIE and DOTTY DETECTIVE books! Eva has always wanted to be a journalist, so when she and her friends go whippet racing and find some underhand competitive cheating, she might just have found her next story. Can she get to the bottom of it, with a little help from a furry friend?

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Book SynopsisA new book from international bestseller Emma Dodd, focusing on themes of confidence and self-belief.I believe in me,I'm as good as all the rest.I know I can do anythingif I just try my best.A baby crocodile learns that having faith in yourself is super important, and opens up a whole new world. The perfect gift for young and old, this uplifting and inspirational book with stunning art celebrates self-confidence and self-belief.Trade ReviewThis is a wonderfully uplifting book, full of positive affirmations. The rhyming keeps the reader engaged and it is the illustrations which tell the story as the affirmations encourage self-belief and confidence. * EYE Magazine *

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Book SynopsisSometimes all you need is a pinch of magic...Eva Evergreen is determined to earn the rank of Adept Witch before she turns thirteen years old. If she doesn''t, she''ll lose her magic forever. For most young witches and wizards, it''s a simple enough test:ONE: Help your town, do good all around.TWO: Live there for one moon, don''t leave too soon.THREE: Fly home by broomstick, the easiest of tricks.The only problem? Eva only has a pinch of magic. She summons heads of cabbage instead of flowers and gets a sunburn instead of calling down rain. And to add insult to injury, whenever she overuses her magic, she falls asleep.When she lands on the tranquil coastal town of Auteri, the residents expect a powerful witch, not a semi-magical girl. So Eva comes up with a plan: set up a magical repair shop to aid Auteri and prove she''s worthy. She may have more blood than magic, but her semi-magical fixes repair the lives of the townspeople in ways they never could have imagined. Only, Eva''s bit of magic may not be enough when the biggest magical storm in history threatens the town she''s grown to love. Eva must conjure up all of the magic, bravery, and cleverness she can muster or Auteri and her dreams of becoming a witch will wash away with the storm.

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Book SynopsisA radical, beautiful, world-changing collection of writing that we all need to read. Scarlett Curtis, Feminists Don't Wear Pinkgal-dem, the award-winning online and print magazine, is created by women and non-binary people of colour. In this life-affirming, moving and joyous collection of fourteen essays, gal-dem''s talented writers use raw material from their teenage years diaries, poems and chat histories to give advice to their younger selves and those growing up today.gal-dem have been praised by the Guardian for being the agents of change we need, and these essays tackle important subjects including race, gender, mental health and activism, making this essential reading.Trade Review“[…] warm, personal […]” * The Guardian *“Open-minded individuals will find plenty to admire, whether eye-opening parables on prejudice, or unexpected dollops of humour.” * Belfast Telegraph *“A must for showing angsty teens another perspective.” * Culture Whisper *“[…] a must-read. Funny, relatable, profound.” * Glamour *“Original, smart and funny essays.” * i *

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Book SynopsisA funny and reassuring tale about perseverance and resilience, by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of The Worrysaurus.When Wobblysaurus gets her very first bicycle, she can''t wait to go and ride with all her friends. But every time Wobblysaurus sets off her new wheels, she wibbles... wobbles... and falls! This little dinosaur is just about ready to give up, but then a word from a wise Grannysaurus reminds her that when you really want something, it''s always worth trying again.An empowering story with a reassuring reminder that everyone starts off wobbly when trying something new. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside.Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:The WorrysaurusThe HugasaurusThe Stompysaurus

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Book SynopsisThe empowering story of little elephant Num-Num, who discovers the importance of simply being YOU! From the creators of international bestseller and much-loved classic Giraffes Can''t Dance.Now in a sturdy board book format - perfect for the even the littlest hands.It''s time for the Elephant Games! One by one, the young elephants compete to impress King Elephant Mighty and earn their Elephant Name. Nina is the strongest, so she becomes Elephant Strong. Norcus is the loudest, so he becomes Elephant Noisy. Little Elephant Num-Num thinks he will never discover his own special talent - until he learns that the very best thing you can be is YOU!Giraffes Can''t Dance has been a much-loved family favourite for over 20 years, and has sold over 6 million copies worldwide.Trade Review[a] vividly colourful jungle tale filled with perfectly judged rhyming text that is a joy to read aloud, sharing a really positive message about being true to yourself and celebrating all sorts of achievements... a classic in its own right, indispensable for any library. -- Joy Court * LoveReading4Kids *a gorgeously illustrated story with a life-affirming message at its heart * The Bristol Post *

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Book SynopsisHelp your child to become not just a good pet owner, but the best guinea pig owner. This book shows how the right environment and care for a pet helps their body and their mind. Just like humans, guinea pigs can get bored. Did you know that they need a rich environment to stimulate their brains? The right enclosure not only keeps them safe, it can reduce stress and help them to live longer. And did you know that guinea pigs need other guinea pigs? These popular rodents get lonely when they live alone - which isn't good for their mental health. Unlike other pet care guides, the Happy Pet Friends series puts your pet's physical and mental health and wellbeing first. These books are packed with tips to make your pet's life happier and healthier, which is great for them, and good for young pet owners and any child with an interest in animal welfare, too. Fostering a lifelong commitment to taking care of the creatures who share our world should start young, and this series is perfect for animal-lovers aged 7 and up.Title in the Happy Pet Friends series:CatsDogsFishGuinea PigsHamstersRabbitsTable of Contents 1: The perfect pet 1: Home sweet home 1: Favourite food 1: Gnawing gnashers 1: Handle with care 1: Gentle grooming 1: Busy bodies 1: It's good to talk 1: Safety first! 1: Brilliant body clues 1: Is my guinea pig ill? 1: A trip to the vet 1: Pet pop quiz 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisA shy kid's guide to thriving in their own (quiet) way.Do you sometimes feel afraid of talking in front of people, making a mistake or saying the wrong thing? While everywhere else you look there are loud, confident people?You're not alone. Ben Brooks also grew up as a shy child (so much so that he'd rather have cut his own hair or spend a week at a Silent Retreat then have to speak to other people). But he soon realised that being quiet doesn't make you strange or wrong or boring. In fact, being shy can give you great skills such as listening, kindness and compassion. It's something to embrace and be proud of. In this book, Ben introduces readers to some of the most famous, talented and brilliant shy people - including Charles Darwin, David Bowie, Greta Thunberg, Rosa Parks, Beyonce and Emma Watson - who used their special quietness to achieve awesome things, and he shares his tips for growing up shy in a world that can sometimes feel, well, LOUD. Because you don't have to be loud to be liked, and you definitely don't have to be loud to make an impact.

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Book SynopsisGive young children strategies to ease anxieties and worries and feel better again. Everyone feels worried at times, and young children are no exception. Friendly and reassuring, this book geared to preschool and primary children explains what worries are and how it feels to be worried. The book assures children that lots of kids and grown-ups feel worried, and that they can learn to make their worries smaller and smaller and smaller. Talking about worries, moving around, keeping hands busy, breathing deeply, getting a big hug, and thinking good thoughts are all ways for children to cope with worries. The book includes a special section for parents and caregivers with activities and discussion starters.Best Behavior Series The Best Behavior series uses simple words and delightful full-color illustrations to guide children to choose peaceful, positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages baby preschool, and a longer, more in-depth paperback for ages 4 7. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips and ideas for parents and caregivers.

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Book SynopsisFor teens, confidence is key! This fully revised and updated edition of The Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens has everything you need to boost self-confidence, improve your social skills, balance social media use, and reach your goals.As a teen, it is incredibly important to have self-confidence, especially when you consider all the societal pressures teens face today, particularly about appearance and grades. Growing up in today’s world is difficult, and in the midst of all this life-related stress, it’s easy to magnify your own weaknesses and minimize—or even ignore—your true assets. This workbook can help.In this fully revised and updated second edition of The Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens, you’ll learn to develop a healthy, realistic view of yourself that includes honest assessments of your weaknesses and strengths, and you will learn to respect yourself, faults and all. You’ll also learn the difference between self-esteem and being self-centered, self-absorbed, or selfish. Finally, this book will show you how to distinguish the outer appearance of confidence from the quiet, steady, inner acceptance and humility of true self-esteem.This second edition includes practical exercises to help you deal with body image issues, be more assertive and set boundaries with others, and navigate difficult social situations—including bullying, cyberbullying and social media overload. You’ll also find activities that promote healthy thinking habits and problem solving; tips for handling criticism, setbacks, and self-doubt; and strategies for developing self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-worth.With the right amount of self-confidence, you will have the emotional resources you need to succeed and reach your goals. This workbook can help you get started, step by step.In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisFeeling lonely can make you feel like there is no one else like you. Helping young children develop skills to identify and manage their feelings leads to an increase in confidence, self-esteem, and an optimistic and hopeful state of mind—creating a healthy emotional foundation. Each book features a page of parents' notes written by a child psychologist.

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