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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal, health & social education (PHSE) > Body & health > General
Eva Wingdale has a hurt wing, in this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series just-right for newly independent readers. Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Oh no! Eva has hurt her wing in a game of wingball. She visits the hospital and needs to wear a sling for a week. But the problem is, now she can't write in her diary! Luckily her friends and family are ready to step in and lend a helping wing. With speech bubbles, easy-to-read text, and adorable characters, this New York Times bestselling series is perfect for newly independent readers!
""When it comes to justice, there is no easy way to get it. You
can't sugarcoat it. You have to take a stand and say, 'This is not
right.'"--Claudette Colvin"
This nonfiction self-help book for young readers with disordered eating and body image problems delivers real talk about eating disorders and body image, tools and information for recovery, and suggestions for dealing with the media messages that contribute so much to disordered eating. You Are Enough answers questions like: * What are eating disorders? * What types of treatment are available for eating disorders? * What is anxiety? * How can you relax? * What is cognitive reframing? * Why are measurements like BMI flawed and arbitrary? * What is impostor syndrome? * How do our role models affect us? . . . just to name a few. Many eating disorder books are written in a way that leaves many people out of the eating disorder conversation, and this book is written with a special eye on inclusivity.
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
The highly anticipated second-and final-book in the immersive fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore that began with the New York Times bestselling A Song of Wraiths and Ruin, from author Roseanne A. Brown. Perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renee Ahdieh, and Sabaa Tahir. Karina lost everything after a violent coup left her without her kingdom or her throne. Now the most wanted person in Sonande, her only hope of reclaiming what is rightfully hers lies in a divine power hidden in the long-lost city of her ancestors. Meanwhile, the resurrection of Karina's sister has spiraled the world into chaos, with disaster after disaster threatening the hard-won peace Malik has found as Farid's apprentice. When they discover that Karina herself is the key to restoring balance, Malik must use his magic to lure her back to their side. But how do you regain the trust of someone you once tried to kill? As the fabric holding Sonande together begins to tear, Malik and Karina once again find themselves torn between their duties and their desires. And when the fate of everything hangs on a single, horrifying choice, they each must decide what they value most-a power that could transform the world, or a love that could transform their lives.
What's the point of belly buttons? When will my voice go deep? Why do I have to go to bed? Curious children can find out about growing up and puberty, hormones, periods, shaving and much more in this entertaining book with over 60 flaps to lift. There are helpful tips on coping with growing up, and links to websites with more information, too.
To have good friends, you need to be a good friend. Listen. Be kind. Be reliable. Put others first. Being a good friend takes work, but the end result is worth it!
From the co-creator of the viral 'Tea Consent' video, this is the perfect introduction to consent for kids and families everywhere. Your body belongs to you and you get to set your own rules, so that you may have boundaries for different people and sometimes they might change. Like when you hi-five your friends and kiss your kitten, but not the other way round! But consent doesn't need to be confusing. From setting boundaries, to reflecting on your own behaviour and learning how to be an awesome bystander, this book will have you feeling confident, respected, and 100% in charge of yourself and your body Brought to life with funny and informative illustrations, this is the smart, playful and empowering book on consent that everyone has been waiting for.
Ryan is scared to use the potty. He's afraid to have a poop because he's afraid it's going to hurt. When Ryan's parents take him to visit Dr. Gold, she engages his imagination with the story of Bill the Coyote's messy house. She also shows him what happens inside the body, and explains how different foods make using the potty easy or hard. This story, along with Ryan's "poop program," will help young children gain the confidence they need to overcome this common problem and establish healthy habits.
The companion to Raina Telgemeier's bestselling graphic memoir, SMILE. Raina can't wait to be a big sister, but once Amara is born she realizes things won't be quite what she had expected...or hoped. Despite Amara's cuteness, she is a cranky, grouchy baby and mostly prefers to play by herself. Their relationship doesn't improve much over the years but when a baby brother enters the picture and their parents' relationship starts to struggle, they realize they must figure out how to get along. They are sisters, after all. From the New York Times bestselling author of SMILE and DRAMA, comes a new full-colour graphic novel about the biggest challenge of all, SISTERS! Raina has been building an incredible fan base travelling to events all over the globe. Raina's graphic novels have been nominated for all the major US awards and have received starred reviews from Booklist and Kirkus. The full-colour graphic novel is perfect for readers who love Dork Diaries but are ready for something more challenging.
HORRIBLE SCIENCE: DANGEROUS DISEASES coughs up all the disgusting details of the squelchiest sicknesses that mankind has suffered through. From the cruel common cold to shocking smallpox, see what happens when your body is attacked by germs! Find out which brave nurse drank diarrhoea, which scientist used eyeballs as food for bacteria, why deadly cholera makes your skin turn blue and how munching maggots can cure flesh diseases! With sickening sick notes, dreadful disease facts, and lots of vicious viruses to make you vomit, it'll leave you bursting with the knowledge of dangerous diseases! This reloaded edition also includes a chapter on the coronavirus crisis. Redesigned in a bold, funky new look for the next generation of HORRIBLE SCIENCE fans.
Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions take little ones through a grounding series of basic yoga poses. Simple, descriptive language invites young children to pretend to be a bear, moving their furry bodies into specific yoga poses designed to both energize and inspire bravery.
Delightful illustrations and clear step-by-step instructions take little ones through a series of simple yoga poses. Happy Tiger playfully invites young children to pretend to be a tiger, moving their feline bodies into specific yoga poses known for increasing feelings of happiness.
Mindfulness and Nature helps young children to slow down and pay attention to the world outside and the way our bodies and minds experience it. The book encourages the reader to appreciate the beauty of nature on our doorstep. 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
A magnificent, large-format guide to the human body, featuring ingenious lift-up flaps. Discover the mysteries of the human body in this magnificent book. Cleverly designed, annotated lift-up flaps allow you to explore the wonders hidden beneath our skin as never before. Four large-scale figures unfold to illustrate the muscles, nerves, circulatory system and skeleton in meticulous detail. You will also see inside our organs, digestive system, limbs, head and brain, and follow the development of a baby from foetus to birth. Full of facts and fun, this is an exceptional overview of the amazing human body.
Discover what really happens inside you, from breathing and eating to thinking and growing. Packed with fascinating facts, this is a perfect introduction to the amazing machine that is the human body.
This delightful activity book, based on Molly Potter's bestselling title How Are You Feeling Today?, is filled with lively illustrations and engaging activities about dealing with a whole range of emotions, from excitement and happiness to shyness and jealousy. We all have feelings; sometimes they feel comfortable and sometimes they feel uncomfortable. Can you sort them out and work out which emotion is which? And can you fill in a dot-to-dot boredom buster and draw a fluffy, smiling, happy monster? Use this book to explore how you are feeling and complete the activities with the colourful stickers! With useful tips for parents and carers about delivering emotional literacy at the front of the book, this activity and sticker book will help children get to grips with their emotions on a daily basis.
If your kids don't fully understand why telling being clean is way better than being stinky and a bit grubby, then you should read this book together! Are they flummoxed by the idea that you should to clean your teeth TWICE a day, want to wear the same clothes all the time or hate having to wash their hair? Well, if they read this book they might change their mind about being clean instead. With all the excuses and avoidance tactics, meet our cast of funny and quirky characters and find out why being squeaky clean is good for everyone. Why Do I Have To is a PSHE series that takes a look at common areas of resistance that young children often can't see the point in doing, such as cleaning their teeth, sharing toys, or eating their greens. They're a great resource for parents, teachers and carers alike as they contain realistic scenarios, discussion points and fast facts. Each scenario presents a problem and then a resolution with a positive and empowering outcome for all involved. Ideal for children aged 5 and up and those who are studying the 2020 RSE curriculum. Titles in this series: Eat Healthy Food? Go To School? Go To Sleep? Keep Clean? Share? Tell the Truth?
Sometimes we all need a little help from our friends. Come and meet the Human Body Helpers - our trusty team of helping hands. Find out about the gadgets and gizmos our bodies can rely on. Whether a friend for life or only here for a little while these amazing assistants help us work and play - we couldn't do without them|Sometimes we all need a little help from our friends. Come and meet the Human Body Helpers - our trusty team of helping hands. Find out about the gadgets and gizmos our bodies can rely on. Whether a friend for life or only here for a little while these amazing assistants help us work and play - we couldn't do without them
Harry likes running and climbing and jumping - but he does not like his nappy! It's time to learn how to be a potty superstar. Join Harry on his journey to becoming a potty superstar and learn all about potties, washing hands and accidents. Soon, you'll have a potty superstar of your own! Toddler Triumphs will reassure, encourage and celebrate the successes (and sometime accidents!) of toddlers learning how to use the potty. Tabbed pages encourage toddlers to turn the pages themselves, and the funny text and bright art will have little ones coming back to the book over and over again.
'An essential evidence-based handbook for every family' - Gary Neville 'An amazing resource for families, teachers and teens' - Dr Gemma Newman, the Plant Power Doctor 'A great resource for teenagers, with practical tips and illustrations which makes it easily accessible for everyone.' - Dr Rachel V Gow, Child Neuropsychologist, Nutritional Neuroscientist and author of Smart Foods for ADHD and Brain Health 'This book will boost your knowledge of what's going on inside when it comes to keeping our teens healthy and happy' - Lorraine Candy, author and journalist This easy-to-use and friendly handbook for teenagers will help you learn how to develop a healthy and loving relationship with food and your body, for life. Packed with helpful tips, advice and recipes, in an easy-to-digest format. In no time at all you can dramatically improve the way you feel by making better choices with your food and lifestyle habits. Eat Well and Feel Great shows you how simple changes can have profound effects on your self-confidence and well-being, helping you to: - improve your mood - reduce stress and anxiety - sleep better and focus more - maintain a healthy weight - have a fresher complexion and healthy hair - feel happier in your body. Written by an expert nutritionist with over 20 years' experience, the book features case studies from the author's clinical work with young people. With a selection of quick and easy recipes, you'll learn how simple it is to nourish your brain and body with key nutrients. Educating young people on the importance of good nutrition is vital and the bedrock for good health in later life. Eat Well and Feel Great aims to shape the health, well-being and self-esteem of current and future generations. |
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