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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal, health & social education (PHSE) > Body & health
A gentle story of family separation among refugees - teaching
empathy and courage through the eyes of a wild mustang. Two wild
mustang sisters, born wild and free to graze and gallop with their
herd, live peacefully on a prairie they've called home for
generations. One day, a greedy human has another plan for their
land, and they are chased into the desert. What will our brave
young hero do when she finds herself homeless and separated from
her sister? From debut author-illustrator Charlotte Manning comes
this compassionate and urgent call to understand the plight of so
many refugees forced to flee their homes, and torn from family
along the way. Suitable for young readers aged 5 and older as a
thoughtful introduction to or discussion of this subject.
An 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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Splash
(Paperback)
Claire Cashmore; Illustrated by Sharon Davey
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Claire Cashmore, MBE and Paralympic gold medallist, was born without a
left forearm – but she never let being different stand in the way of
her big dreams. Splash is based on Claire’s real-life experience: this
gold-medal-winning swimmer really was scared of water … until one day,
everything changed!
These are Claire’s big sisters.
They call her Bear and ruffle her hair.
And whatever Claire’s sisters can do,
Claire can do too …
But there is one thing Claire won't do …The water in the swimming pool
makes her feel squirmy inside. Follow her sisters? No thank you! Not
today?
Can Claire conquer her fears? Can she set foot in the water – and what
will happen if she does?
Splash features a brilliantly bold heroine, who happens to be
differently abled, and brims with fun, positivity and Claire Cashmore’s
inspirational growth mindset message.
An invaluable tool to get boys talking Talking costs nothing but it
can change your life for the better Growing up is hard work! You're
expected to ace your exams, be responsible, keep up a hectic social
life both online and IRL, make big decisions about your future, and
somehow stay happy at the same time. But, as we know, no one feels
OK all the time, so what happens then? What happens when we don't
feel great and don't know what to do about it or where to get help?
Let's Talk provides the tools to get boys talking about how they're
feeling. Within this insightful guide you will find activities to
figure out what help you might need, advice on where to get help,
and case studies to show how others have voiced their feelings and
found help. Learn to: Articulate how you're feeling Build a support
network Create your own well-being toolkit Bounce back from low
mood Help others who might be struggling Remember: if you're not
feeling OK, you have the power to do something about it and this
book will show you how.
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How Did I Begin?
(Paperback)
Mick Manning; Illustrated by Brita Granstroem
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If you choose to share 'the facts of life' with children at a young
age, this is the perfect book to do so. It gently guides the reader
through each stage of a child's development within the womb with
charming illustrations and simple explanations, inviting lots of
discussion and providing answers to all those questions.
Shortlisted for the Junior Science Book Award (now the Royal
Society's Science Prize).
14-year-old Max only has one person he can really talk to. Her name
is Ana - also known as anorexia, his eating disorder. Max writes to
Ana every day. She feeds on his fears, encouraging him to lose more
and more weight. For Christmas, Max gets an unusual present from
his older brother Robin: a geocache. He hides it in the forest near
their house, thrilled by the anonymity it gives him. Anyone can
leave Max a note - and soon, he gets one from the mysterious 'E'.
Could it be the Evie, the new girl at school, playing tricks on
him? In the midst of a family crisis, Max's eating disorder quickly
deteriorates. Ana pulls him further and further away from his
family and friends, until he feels totally alone. Can anyone help
him find a way out? Drawing on debut author Samuel Pollen's own
experiences, this is an unforgettable, uplifting story of one boy's
battle with anorexia.
Mindfulness and Me is a introduction to mindfulness, helping young
children to tune into their minds and bodies, find ways to learn
more about themselves and what makes them special. Mindful Spaces
guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help
them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies,
their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down
and become more focused. The books encourage self-esteem and
self-confidence. Titles in the series: Mindfulness and Me
Mindfulness and My Body Mindfulness and My Emotions Mindfulness and
Nature
Lots of brilliantly funny illustrations, help to explain how the
body works inside and out! Kids will go bonkers about this book.
It's a first guide to the human body with all the gross and
disgusting bits! There's plenty of cool illustrations and easy
bite-size text, that kids will find both hilarious and informative!
Discover all about our powerful brains, it's mission control !
Muscles, the hardest worker is our heart it's constantly on the
go!! The nervous system sends and receives messages in super-fast
time .What happens when we sleep...apart from snoring? It's
hilarious but what makes our bottoms burp? Bright, comic-style
illustrations and fun (sometimes disgusting) facts are set out in
an engaging question and answer format. It's just the perfect way
for kids to take their first peek at the science of the human body.
Mum works really hard, but today there is no money left and no food in the cupboards. Forced to visit the local foodbank, Mum feels ashamed that they have to rely on the kindness of others, but her young daughter can still see all the good in her day like reading and drawing, and even the foodbank. Maybe one day things will be different but for now together they brighten up even the darkest of days. A moving insight into the sad rise and necessity of foodbanks from the perspective of society's most vulnerable, and an essential book to help develop empathy in younger readers.
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I'm Up!
(Board book)
Antoinette Portis; Illustrated by Antoinette Portis
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"A masterclass on how to create the ideal board book. It really
is." -Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (SLJ Blog) An exuberant way
to celebrate each new day: say, I'm up! This is the ideal board
book for baby to start the day or wake up from nap time. There is
so much to see when you are UP: The birds. The park. The pup. And
some very sleepy parents! Perfect for babies and their loved ones,
I'm Up! is an ode to a new day, and a celebration of everything and
everyone that gets up each morning. By repeating shapes, words, and
language, I'm Up! will help your baby learn new words and routines
while you read. Sweet, humorous, and adorable, Antoinette Portis's
illustrations and simple text are perfect for fans of the Sheep in
a Jeep and Llama Llama series, and Leslie Patricelli's board books.
This work tells young Fibi Ward's story of discovering she had
diabetes. The book also contains practical tips, for example on
doing insulin injections, going to sleepovers and parties, and
doing sports.
Inside Out and Back Again is a New York Times bestseller, a Newbery
Honor Book, and a winner of the National Book Award Inspired by the
author's childhood experience of fleeing Vietnam after the Fall of
Saigon and immigrating to Alabama, this coming-of-age debut novel
told in verse has been celebrated for its touching child's-eye view
of family and immigration.Ha has only ever known Saigon: the
thrills of its markets, the joy of its traditions, and the warmth
of her friends close by. But now the Vietnam War has reached her
home. Ha and her family are forced to flee as Saigon falls, and
they board a ship headed toward hope--toward America. This moving
story of one girl's year of change, dreams, grief, and healing
received four starred reviews, including one from Kirkus which
proclaimed it enlightening, poignant, and unexpectedly funny. An
author's note explains how and why Thanhha Lai translated her
personal experiences into Ha's story. This paperback edition also
includes an interview with the author, an activity you can do with
your family, tips on writing poetry, and discussion
questions.Supports the Common Core State Standards
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Unworry Doodle Book
(Paperback)
Alice James; Illustrated by Harry Briggs, Cristina Martins Recasens
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This simple book is full of starter doodles and lots of space, to
help children feel calmer and leave their worries on the page. It
includes mindfulness tips and reassurance.
From what happens when you swallow to why poo is brown, this
enlightening book takes a rumbling, gurgling trip through the
digestive system, meeting helpful juices, blood cells, vitamins and
minerals along the way. Discover the stages of digestion, the roles
your teeth, tongue, liver and pancreas play, and how different
foods help our bodies to function.
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Phyllis & Grace
(Hardcover)
Nigel Gray; Illustrated by Bethan Welby
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Grace is a little girl; Phyllis is the old lady next door. Phyllis
lives alone and her memory is fading, but that doesn't stop Grace
from liking her. They find that, despite the gap in their ages,
they have much in common and a moving and enduring friendship is
born. This is a deeply touching story for all the family of how a
little girl befriends her elderly neighbour who has dementia, and
the sensitive and engaging illustrations are beautifully observed.
In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to how babies are
made, young readers can find out exactly what is needed to grow a
baby, from introducing the basic building blocks of life such as
sperm and eggs, to explaining the different ways that these
building blocks can be put together to create a family. Working
closely with a leading national LGBT organisation, this inclusive
guide to Making a Baby covers sex, sperm and egg donation, IUI,
IVF, surrogacy and adoption, as well as explaining how a baby grows
in the womb and about different kinds of births. Written in gentle
and accessible language that can be shared with younger children or
read alone by confident readers, we hope this book and its charming
illustrations will provide the stepping stone for every parent to
have an open conversation with their child about how babies are
made, and their family began.
This fun-filled activity book will teach you all about the human
body complete with activities, puzzles and more! Have you ever been
dying to know exactly how your body works, but somehow nobody's
ever had the answers to your fascinating questions? Well, this
might be the book for you! Learn the answers to a handful of human
body related questions, such as: "How many bones are inside my
body? Why do we need blood vessels? Or even why do I like the taste
of broccoli but my friend doesn't? Plus so many more intriguing
questions that you hadn't even thought of are revealed in this
fascinating book! Jam-packed with fascinating facts, fun
challenges, quizzes and puzzles, The Fact Packed Activity Book:
Human Body is sure to keep kids entertained time and time again.
Dive deep into the pages of this incredible activity book to
explore: -48 colourful, interactive spreads with simple,
age-appropriate text supports lower KS2 curriculum, with loads of
hands-on anatomy-based activities for 5-9-year-olds -Engaging
approach that seamlessly integrates interesting facts about the
human body, with plenty of interactive activities -Balance of text
and activities on each page make it apt for reluctant
readers/learners -Promotes interactive learning -Bright and
eye-catching illustrations and photography A must-have volume for
inquisitive and fact-loving kids with a niche for knowledge, The
Fact-Packed Activity Book: Human Body combines interesting facts
about the human body with entertaining activities that encourage
children to have fun as they learn. In fact, a recent study
suggests that children's activity books help them to develop their
reading ability, as well as their literacy and critical thinking!
Puzzling out the different steps through each activity naturally
improves their comprehension skills whilst they enjoy endless fun
along the way! Reveal the science behind the human body, with this
all-encompassing fact and activity book ideal for 5-9 year olds.
Learning has never been more fun! At DK, we believe in the power of
discovery. So why stop there? If you like The Fact Packed Activity
Book: Human Body then why not try The Fact Packed Activity Book:
Dinosaurs to travel back in time and discover the diverse world of
dinosaurs!
A very approachable and reassuring account of exactly what happens
in the body at puberty. Includes informative sections on sex,
contraception, sexually transmitted infections and drugs, as well
as advice on healthy eating, exercise and hygiene. Winner of the
Times Educational Supplement Information Book Award.
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