Life skills is a critically important subject to teach at the Foundation Phase level as it is at this unique time in young learners' development that an important grounding for later life can be established. Never will teachers have a better opportunity to shape learners' knowledge, skills and values and to prepare them for the challenges of being a citizen of the 21st century. Focusing attention towards the Africanising of the Foundation Phase Life Skills curriculum, this book addresses the ways in which teachers can structure their inclusive classroom practices to match the fundamental elements of social responsibility and human development in order to support learners' holistic development, both as citizens of South Africa and participants in a global community. Teaching Life Skills in the Foundation Phase is based on sound pedagogical principles, providing many practical ideas to Foundation Phase teachers and student teachers (grades R-3). For easy reference between classroom practice and formal studies, this book is structured according to the CAPS Foundation Phase curriculum and focuses on the following knowledge areas: Beginning knowledge (the teaching of natural sciences, technology and social sciences); Creative arts education (the teaching of visual and performing arts); Physical education (movement); Personal and social wellbeing (addressing social issues such as sexuality education, health education, violence and abuse); Teaching Life Skills in the Foundation Phase is aimed at teachers, school managers and parents.

Life Skills is a tool to promote skills, knowledge and values about the self, the environment, responsible citizenship, a healthy and productive life, social engagement, recreation and physical activity and creative arts in all Intermediate Phase learners in South Africa. Teaching Life Skills in the Intermediate Phase focuses on how to encourage the optimal emotional, physical, spiritual and mental development and wellbeing of learners. Teaching Life Skills in the Intermediate Phase aims to answer the call for learners that have improved self-esteem with strong interpersonal skills while showing respect for cultural diversity and a healthy lifestyle. In alignment with the South African Curriculum and Assessment Policy statements (CAPS), the book covers varies topics with regard to the holistic development of Intermediate Phase learners. Teaching Life Skills in the Intermediate Phase is aimed at Life Skills educators in South African schools as well as at parents who find themselves in fascinating, albeit challenging, territory with the personal growth and development of their children. Dr Christina Jordaan is a senior lecturer and head of the programme for the Intermediate Phase at the Nelson Mandela University in Port Elizabeth. She specialises in sexuality education, HIV/AIDS education, career guidance, child development and issues around bullying and suicide. Mariana Naude was the principal of various pre-school institutions in and around Pretoria for 12 years. She later taught Grade 1 to 3 learners. During this time she was tasked by the Department of Education to train Foundation Phase educators on the implementation of the CAPS Mathematics curriculum. Apart from her interest in Mathematics education, she is also co-editor of the book Teaching Life Skills in the Foundation Phase.

Healthy Cooking for Secondary Schools, Book 2 is one of a series of five books, providing a practical cooking programme for secondary schools, designed to foster enthusiasm for cooking. For each recipe there are essential cooking skills, theory and safety points introduced progressively throughout the series. Help children to become lifelong healthy eaters with this collection of 12 easy-to-follow, photocopiable recipes, presented in both a traditional recipe format and in a visual, step-by-step format, to suit pupils with low reading abilities and special needs. Recipes include Wholemeal Scones, One-pot Vegetable Pasta, Bread Rolls and Carrot Soup.

Healthy Cooking for Secondary Schools, Book 3 is one of a series of five books, providing a practical cooking programme for secondary schools, designed to foster enthusiasm for cooking. For each recipe there are essential cooking skills, theory and safety points introduced progressively throughout the series. Help children to become lifelong healthy eaters with this collection of 12 easy-to-follow, photocopiable recipes, presented in both a traditional recipe format and in a visual, step-by-step format, to suit pupils for low reading abilities or special needs. Recipes include Vegetable Stir Fry, Naan Bread, Potato Salad and Tuna in Salad.

Healthy Cooking for Secondary Schools, Book 4 is one of a series of five books, providing a practical cooking programme for secondary schools, designed to foster enthusiasm for cooking. For each recipe there are essential cooking skills, theory and safety points introduced progressively throughout the series. Help children to become lifelong healthy eaters with this collection of 12 easy-to-follow, photocopiable recipes, presented in both a traditional recipe format and in a visual, step-by-step format, to suit pupils with low reading abilities or special needs. Recipes include Chile con Carne, Onion Bhajis, Leek and Mushroom Risotto and Pizza Swirls.

Healthy Cooking for Secondary Schools, Book 5 is one of a series of five books, providing a practical cooking programme for secondary schools, designed to foster enthusiasm for cooking. For each recipe there are essential cooking skills, theory and safety points introduced progressively throughout the series. Help children to become lifelong healthy eaters with this collection of 12 easy-to-follow, photocopiable recipes, presented in both a traditional recipe format and in a visual, step-by-step format, to suit pupils with low reading abilities or special needs. Recipes include Salmon Patties, Vegetable Samosas, Tortillas and Spicy Meatballs.

Healthy Cooking for Secondary Schools, Book 1 is one of a series of five books, providing a practical cooking programme for secondary schools, designed to foster enthusiasm for cooking. For each recipe there are essential cooking skills, theory and safety points introduced progressively throughout the series. Help children to become lifelong healthy eaters with this collection of 12 easy-to-follow, photocopiable recipes, presented in both a traditional recipe format and in a visual, step-by-step format, to suit pupils with low reading abilities or special needs. Recipes include Fruit Salad, Rainbow Sticks, Bread Pizza and Chinese Noodle Soup.

Discover 12 simple steps to boost self-esteem and improve your emotional well-being

This short but essential book will quickly and clearly advise children on how to improve their self-esteem. From changing the way you think about yourself to building up life skills, not being afraid of failure and improving body image, everyone can learn to believe in themselves and know that they are special.

The 12 Hacks series helps readers to improve their mental health not just now, but for the rest of their lives. These simple steps might seem obvious to some, but it is important to raise awareness of these relatively simple steps that people can take to improve their overall mental and physical well-being.

Children need only dip into just one page of this book to pick up useful life skills - read the whole book and children will have the knowhow needed to look after themselves better and build awareness and resilience for the challenges that are yet to come.