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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal issues > Disability & illness
This picture book aims to raise awareness of the impact that
dementia can have on an individual and their family in a
child-friendly and supportive way. It is aimed at 4-11 year olds
and has been inspired and informed by people with lived experiences
of dementia. Through rhyme and engaging illustrations this book
hopes to start conversations about dementia, in order to help
relieve anxieties that children might have about someone close to
them who may be living with dementia. The MY HAS series of books
aims to help children to understand a range of long-term health
conditions whilst promoting an inclusive and diverse society.
A brief biography of the woman who overcame her handicaps of being
both blind and deaf.
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Ghosts
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David A Robertson
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R440
Discovery Miles 4 400
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Mysterious murders, shadowy figures, and high school. Life can be
hard; death can be harder. Cole Harper is dead. Reynold McCabe is
alive and free. Mihko Laboratories has reopened the research
facility and works to manufacture and weaponize the illness that
previously plagued Wounded Sky. People are missing, and the
community has been quarantined. What deal did Eva strike with
Choch? Who will defeat Reynold and Mihko? Time is running out.
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Bellamy's Ball
(Paperback)
Aaron Boyd; Harold William Thorpe
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R326
R301
Discovery Miles 3 010
Save R25 (8%)
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From zippy little pebbles to big strong boulders, the rock friends
get together to play and roll around their favorite hill, only to
find that one of their friends, Ricky, can't roll with them. Unlike
all of the other rocks, who are all round, Ricky can't roll because
he's flat on one side. Determined not to leave their friend behind,
the rocks set out to help Ricky roll - one way or another: When the
last knotwas tied, and the work was all done, the only step left
was for Rick to have fun.They stood back and watched, feeling
nervous and tense,as Rick breathed in deep, with increasing
suspense. He moved slowly at first, testing out his new mold, and
then, for the first time...Ricky the rock rolled! This sweet,
imaginative picture book, written in verse, brings a fresh set of
characters to life in a story that highlights perseverance and
triumph in the face of adversity, and the power of true friendship,
combining the spirit ofThe Giving Treewith the rhyme and rhythm of
Dr. Seuss. Targeted for children ages 3-11, this is the first of a
series of books featuring the "You Rock Group" that kids are sure
to cherish as they grow, and learn from through empowering,
motivating and fun-to-read stories.
Brilliant Bea is an endearing and empowering story that
demonstrates that a learning difference like dyslexia doesn't
define who you are. Despite her struggles with reading and writing,
Beatrice is a natural and brilliant storyteller. With the help of a
kind-hearted teacher, Beatrice uses an old-fashioned tape recorder
so she can speak her words and them play them back, as a technique
for learning in whole new way. With her new approach, Beatrice is
able to show her classmates who she really has been all along. This
book is set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font.
A stirring and heart-warming tale of a young deaf girl who is determined to make a difference, the perfect read for fans of Wonder.
Iris was born deaf, but she's never let that define her; after all, it's the only life she's ever known. And until recently she wasn't even very lonely, because her grandparents are both deaf, too. But Grandpa has just died and Grandma's not the same without him. The only place Iris really feels at home anymore is in her electronics workshop where she loves taking apart antique radios.
Then, during a science lesson about sound waves, Iris finds out about a whale who is unable to communicate with other whales. The lonely whale awakens something in Iris. She's determined to show him that someone in the world knows he's there.
Iris works on a foolproof plan to help the whale but she soon realises that that is not enough: Iris wants to find the whale herself.
One stolen credit card, two cruise ship tickets, and the adventure of a lifetime later, Iris and the whale each break through isolation to help one another be truly heard in ways that neither had ever expected.
Meet Marco - a boy with dyspraxia, which is sometimes called
Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD). Marco invites readers
to learn about dyspraxia from his perspective, helping them to
understand what it is and what it feels like when he sometimes
struggles to control his movement and co-ordination. He talks about
the challenges of having dyspraxia and lets readers know how he can
be helped and supported. This illustrated book will be an ideal
introduction for young people, aged 7+, as well as parents,
friends, teachers and professionals working with children with
dyspraxia. It is also an excellent starting point for family and
classroom discussions.
Run away from what they see. Discover who you are. Maudie and
Jake's family is falling to pieces - their mum's been struggling
with her grief since they lost Dad and one night she vanishes. When
Jake is put into care, Maudie can't take it any more. She comes up
with a wild plan to pull their family back together - by kidnapping
Jake. On the run in Cornwall, Jake and Maudie each find something
they hadn't expected - freedom and love. But can they find Mum and
a way to heal together? A powerful and insightful novel about
grief, disability and first love; a story about getting lost and
finding yourself.
The Wonky Donkey picture book has sold over two million copies
worldwide - now with a shiny foil cover, it's the perfect gift! Who
ever heard of a spunky hanky-panky cranky stinky-dinky lanky
honky-tonky winky wonky donkey? This hilarious book will have
children - and adults - braying with laughter! Lyrical,
laugh-out-loud story and beautiful illustrations A special edition
with a bright shiny foiled cover! A fantastic gift for anyone who
loves to laugh THE WONKY DONKEY FAMILY - COLLECT THEM ALL The Wonky
Donkey Picture book paperback Picture book and CD Board book Mini
book and cuddly toy set Sound book eBook The Dinky Donkey Picture
book paperback Board book Mini book and cuddly toy set eBook The
Grinny Granny Donkey Picture book paperback Board book Mini book
and cuddly toy set eBook COMING SOON: Wonky Donkey's Big Surprise
Picture book paperback eBook
An exceptionally moving story of triumph against all odds set
during World War 2, from the acclaimed author of "Jefferson's Sons"
and for fans of "Number the Stars."
Nine-year-old Ada has never left her one-room apartment. Her
mother is too humiliated by Ada's twisted foot to let her outside.
So when her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape
the war, Ada doesn't waste a minute--she sneaks out to join him.
So begins a new adventure of Ada, and for Susan Smith, the woman
who is forced to take the two kids in. As Ada teaches herself to
ride a pony, learns to read, and watches for German spies, she
begins to trust Susan--and Susan begins to love Ada and Jamie. But
in the end, will their bond be enough to hold them together through
wartime? Or will Ada and her brother fall back into the cruel hands
of their mother?
This masterful work of historical fiction is equal parts adventure
and a moving tale of family and identity--a classic in the making.
From the ABCs and the "1-2-3s" to full sentences, this fun guide,
illustrated with photos of children signing, teaches youngsters all
the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). They'll start with the
alphabet and counting, and move on to vocabulary for family, pets,
and the home; things at school; days of the week; colors; favorite
foods; sports and hobbies; and much more. Often, a sentence
accompanies the sign, so that kids can grasp the use of verbs and
other parts of ASL grammar. There are even explanations of how to
change a statement into a question just by changing your facial
expression. Now, even hearing kids can communicate easily with deaf
friends or family members and have secret conversations whenever
they want.
In this Curious George story, George learns that a wheelchair doesn't stop his friend Tina from anything — even joining a basketball team! Now in paperback.
Curious George has a playdate at a park designed for children of all abilities, perfect for his new friend, Tina, who uses a wheelchair. While they are playing together, Tina spots some kids playing her favorite game: basketball. George jumps right into the action, but Tina is too shy to ask to join. George suspects Tina is just as good—even better—than the other kids. Can he come up with a way to show the players she's got game and help her overcome her shyness? This story celebrates how kids of all abilities can play together!
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A Chicago Public Library
Best of the Best of the Year "Profoundly moving . . . Will take
your breath away." -Kathleen Glasgow, author of Girl in Pieces A
stunningly gorgeous and deeply hopeful portrayal of living with
mental illness and grief, from an exceptional new voice. Biz knows
how to float. She has her people, her posse, her mom and the twins.
She has Grace. And she has her dad, who tells her about the little
kid she was, and who shouldn't be here but is. So Biz doesn't tell
anyone anything. Not about her dark, runaway thoughts, not about
kissing Grace or noticing Jasper, the new boy. And she doesn't tell
anyone about her dad. Because her dad died when she was seven. And
Biz knows how to float, right there on the surface-normal okay
regular fine. But after what happens on the beach-first in the
ocean, and then in the sand-the tethers that hold Biz steady come
undone. Dad disappears and, with him, all comfort. It might be
easier, better, sweeter to float all the way away? Or maybe stay a
little longer, find her father, bring him back to her. Or
maybe-maybe maybe maybe-there's a third way Biz just can't see yet.
Debut author Helena Fox tells a story about love and grief, about
inter-generational mental illness, and how living with it is both a
bridge to someone loved and lost and, also, a chasm. She explores
the hard and beautiful places loss can take us, and honors those
who hold us tightly when the current wants to tug us out to sea.
"Give this to all [your] friends immediately." -Cosmopolitan.com "I
haven't been so dazzled by a YA in ages." -Jandy Nelson, author of
I'll Give You the Sun (via SLJ) "Mesmerizing and timely." -Bustle
"Nothing short of exquisite." -PopSugar "Immensely satisfying"
-Girls' Life * "Lyrical and profoundly affecting." -Kirkus (starred
review) * "Masterful...Just beautiful." -Booklist (starred review)
* "Intimate...Unexpected." -PW (starred review) * "Fox writes with
superb understanding and tenderness." -BCCB (starred review) *
"Frank [and] beautifully crafted." -BookPage (starred review)
"Deeply moving...A story of hope." -Common Sense Media "This book
will explode you into atoms." -Margo Lanagan, author of Tender
Morsels "Helena Fox's novel delivers. Read it." -Cath Crowley,
author of Words in Deep Blue "This is not a book; it is a work of
art." -Kerry Kletter, author of The First Time She Drowned
"Perfect...Readers will be deeply moved." -Books+Publishing
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