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An informative and inclusive children’s guide to neurodiversity for those not in the know and to inspire children who are neurodivergent.Our brains are unique in the way they function, work, and think. Neurodiversity is still a relatively ’new’ concept that can be tricky to understand, but this book is here to help! This inspirational book written by neurodiverse author Louise Gooding challenges misconceptions and shows how neurodivergent brains work a little differently. It is common for neurodiverse people and those with neurological differences to feel as though they don’t fit in, but their extraordinary differences should be embraced. Wonderfully Wired Brains teaches children aged 7-9 all about the awesome abilities that neurodiverse individuals have, introduces them to advocates who are challenging neurodiversity stereotypes, and most importantly gives them a safe space to feel accepted.This informative and educational book for children features: - Accurate, understandable explanations of diagnoses that impact the brain, including each area of neurodiversity and what it can or does mean for anyone with that particular neurological difference.- A positive, friendly look at neurodiverse brains that debunks myths and stereotypes.- Informative, inclusive text is accompanied by colorful, modern illustrations.- The font and colors used have been selected to accommodate a range of neurodiverse readers.Combining neurodiverse experiences with science, history, and brain-bursting facts, Wonderfully Wired Brains has something for everyone! Whether your child is neurodiverse or not, this book will inspire inquisitive young readers and show them that no two brains function in the same way and that everyone’s differences should be celebrated. There really is no other book like it.

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A helpful book for families affected by dementia - CARERS UKI love visiting my grandma. We read together, play her piano, feed the birds in the garden and we love looking through her big box of photos . . .But when Grandma starts to forget who the people in the photographs are, Mum explains that Grandma is living with something called dementia. She says, Grandma is still the person we know and love, she''s just a little different now . . . A reassuring story about the love between a little girl and her grandma, with practical information to help young children understand dementia and the changes it can bring.Bonus material to discuss with little ones includes: - What is dementia?- How you can help- Looking after YOU

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I love going to visit Nain. We read together, sing at the piano, feed the garden birds, and we enjoy looking through her enormous box of photographs... A heart-warming story about the love between one young girl and her grandmother, comprising practical information to help young children to understand dementia and the changes it causes.

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The world is full of people who are a little different. Our uniqueness makes us who we are. We are all 'different; not less'. This is a collection of the true stories of 40 inspirational figures from around the world, all of whom are physically or neurologically diverse. Each story includes struggles and triumphs, a motivational quote and information on each condition.Reflective of our diverse society, this book features Simone Biles, Selena Gomez, Temple Grandin, Warwick Davis, Daniel Radcliffe, Stephen Hawking, Greta Thunberg and many more.

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"A helpful book for families affected by dementia." - CARERS UKI love visiting my grandma. We read together, play her piano, feed the birds in the garden and we love looking through her big box of photos . . .But when Grandma starts to forget who the people in the photographs are, Mum explains that Grandma is living with something called dementia. She says, "Grandma is still the person we know and love, she's just a little different now . . . "A reassuring story about the love between a little girl and her grandma, with practical information to help young children understand dementia and the changes it can bring.

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An anthology of 40 inspirational figures who are neurologically or physically diverse.The world is full of people who are a little different. Our uniqueness makes us who we are. "We are all special. We are all unique. We are all 'different; not less'." - Louise GoodingThis is a collection of the true stories of 40 inspirational figures from around the world, all of whom are physically or neurologically diverse. Each story includes struggles and triumphs, a motivational quote and information on each condition.Reflective of our diverse society, this book features Simone Biles, Selena Gomez, Temple Grandin, Warwick Davis, Daniel Radcliffe, Stephen Hawking, Greta Thunberg and many more.

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