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Limber up with this unique, child-friendly yoga book! Created for
parents and children to share together, it's also suitable for
adults and older children to use alone. My Daddy is a Pretzel not
only introduces a range of postures, it also connects the practices
to everyday life, showing how families can integrate their yoga
with their activities in the world. A light-hearted look at yoga,
yet one with a lasting message, My Daddy is a Pretzel is a
wonderful introduction to yoga for readers of all shapes and sizes
Rising star Kat Fajardo's debut middle-grade graphic novel about a
girl who would rather do anything other than celebrate her
quinceanera! A funny and heartfelt coming-of-age story about
navigating the expectations of family and cultural tradition. Sue
just wants to spend the summer reading and making comics at
sleepaway camp with her friends, but instead she gets stuck going
to Honduras to visit relatives with her parents and two sisters.
They live way out in the country, which means no texting, no cable,
and no Internet! The trip takes a turn for the worse when Sue's
mother announces that they'll be having a surprise quinceanera for
Sue, which is the last thing she wants. She can't imagine wearing a
big, floofy, colorful dress! What is Sue going to do? And how will
she survive all this "quality" time with her rambunctious family?
Miss Quinces/Srta. Quinces is the first graphic novel published by
Scholastic/Graphix to be simultaneously released in English and
Spanish editions!
A warming practical book full of advice, suggested activities and
encouraging messages to help young children (5-9 years) express and
cope with their emotions, to reassure them about handling
situations and to raise their self-esteem. With a repetitive mantra
that: The good thing about bad days is-that they come to an end.
Space is provided for children to draw or jot down their thoughts
and responses. Scattered throughout are verses from Psalms and
other books of the Bible, and quotations from other sources. There
is a parent section providing additional advice by Dr Claire
Parsons, a Christian GP, and a list of websites and contacts as
resources and support for children and parents.
Gabby Woods loves a mystery, but is breaking into an abandoned lake
house going too far to uncover the truth? Gabby Woods is looking
forward to another summer vacation at her family's lake house, even
though she would rather bury herself in a mystery novel than make
new friends. But soon Gabby meets Paige, a snarky kid from Chicago,
and they get caught up in a local mystery: the sudden disappearance
of a glamorous couple and the extravagant lake house they left
behind. To gather clues about the missing couple, Paige coaxes
Gabby into trespassing. Though Gabby knows it's wrong, each sneaky
visit to the abandoned lake house uncovers new mysteries. With
suspicions mounting about foul play, Gabby must decide what she's
willing to risk to uncover the truth, or if solving this mystery --
and keeping her friendship with Paige -- are more trouble than
they're worth.
Bold and beautiful, loud and proud, All Bodies are Good Bodies is
an uplifting book about different body features and types. Through
playful rhyme, All Bodies are Good Bodies promotes the development
of body acceptance and celebrates inclusivity and individuality. I
love hands! Hands that are white and hands that are brown, Freckles
mean sunshine has sent kisses down. Short fingers, long fingers,
bendy or straight, Hands to clap, or high-five your mate. For ages
3 and up.
Hani's spent her whole life training to be a great athlete, just
like her grandma. But what if that's making her ill? Join Hani and
her friends as she tackles her Bulimia and tries to figure out who
she wants to be. One thing's for sure: the girls of Hopewell High
will take on everything boarding school can throw at them...
together! Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading
practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for
struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those
with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and
with a dyslexia friendly font, Eat Cake and Run is aimed at readers
aged 12+ and has a manageable length (80 pages) and reading age
(9+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a
charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy
and numeracy difficulties. Book band: Grey
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Left Out
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Tim Green
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Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica! New York Times bestselling author
and former NFL player Tim Green delivers a heartwarming and
inspiring story about a deaf boy's journey to change how others see
him--both on and off the football field. Now in paperback. Landon
Dorch wants to be like everyone else. But his deafness and the way
he talks have always felt like insurmountable obstacles. But now he
finally sees his chance to fit in. Bigger and taller than any other
seventh grader in his new school, Landon plans to use his size to
his advantage and join the school's football team. But the same
speech problems and the cochlear implants that help him hear
continue to haunt him. Just when it looks like Landon will be left
out of football for good, an unlikely friend comes along. But in
the end only Landon can fight his way off the bench and through a
crowded field of bullies bent on seeing him forever left out.
Take a moment to feel calmer and less stressed with these 50 simple
mindfulness activities for kids. This book gives children, teachers
and parents ideas for how to introduce more mindful moments into
their lives. The book is broken into six sections: Mindful
Breathing, Mindful Listening, Mindful Looking, Mindful Emotions,
Mindful Awareness and Mindful Appreciation. Each section includes
advice as well as practical activities. There are also one-minute
exercises that are perfect for time-poor teachers and parents and
children with short attention spans. Activities are relevant for
different times. Begin the day with some affirmations, aspirations
and positivity. Take a moment at lunchtime to engage in mindful
eating. Re-energise after lunch with some simple stretches. Release
tension in the evening with deep breaths and mindful de-cluttering
to help you sleep. Soft, sensitive illustrations will add to the
mood of calm. Create some mindful moments in your life with these
simple activities.
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Go Canoeing
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Nicole A Mansfield
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Discovery Miles 1 700
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We celebrate firemen and soldiers-and rightly so. But let's also
celebrate teachers, bus drivers, shop keepers, postmen and the
others who keep the world spinning around every day. And let's give
a nod to children, too-children who are kind and brave and help
each other. They're heroes too. In structure, flow and pitch, very
much like Pat Brisson's Before We Eat (ISBN 978 0 88448 652 7).
- Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension
- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative
- New center-spread "sidebar" feature presenting material in a fun,
creative way
- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant
subjects
- "Words to Know" glossary clarifies subject-specific
vocabulary
- "Learn More" section encourages independent study
- Index makes navigating subject matter easy
On December 20, 1943, a German pilot escorted an American bomber to
safety; this remarkable, secret meeting in the sky inspired a
lifelong quest to reunite as the two former enemies became friends.
A Mindful Moment is the book you need to center yourself with God.
A guide for Christian prayer, meditation, and mindfulness, this
unique devotional includes guided meditations that are Biblically
centered and 100% accessible to teens just like you. This
devotional focuses on four key categories-physical sensations,
negative emotions, compassion to self, and lovingkindness to
others. It can be used as a guide for daily meditation and
reflection but allows for flexibility, providing inspiration and
God's peace in any situation. Use it on your journey to self-love
and then let it take you to a place of love for all as Jesus calls
us to love. A Mindful Moment includes: A how-to guide to simple
meditation A brief history of Christian meditation practices A
simple yet inspirational design that makes is perfect for anyone in
need of time with God 150 Scripturally-based devotions which
include a Bible verse, a short but significant reflection, and a
suggested meditation practice such as cradling the breath, hearing
meditation, or letting go of thought, all written especially for
teens like you Author Irene Kraegel is a licensed clinical
psychologist who brings her experience as a counselor and her
knowledge of the scientific benefits of mindfulness to this
collection of devotions. A Mindful Moment is a resource for living
in God's presence that you can trust.
Dealing with the everyday realities facing teens with Asperger
Syndrome, this book presents a toolkit of tried-and-trusted ideas
to help them work through difficulties and find the solutions that
work best for them. This book covers everything they need to know
to thrive in their adolescent years, including how to hack your own
internal alarm system to overcome anxiety and other difficult
emotions. It also arms teenagers with everything they need to
navigate sexuality and relationships, develop a healthy self-image,
deal with bullies, be smart with money and stay savvy online... In
short, no issue is left unexplored. Fun and informative, this is a
must-read for teens with high-functioning autism, and for those who
want to understand what adolescence is like on the spectrum.
Koala likes to sleep all day - he knows the sleep will give him the
energy he needs to move around at night, when its cool. This book
follows the story of a sleepy koala , but it provides lots of
advice on sleep for its human readers. Topics include why sleep is
important and gives some hints and tips on how to have a good
night's sleep. The Healthy Habits series for children aged 4 plus,
features key information about how to stay healthy in mind and
body, simply told and brought to life through a relatable animal
guide alongside bright and gently humorous illustrations. The books
have lots of good advice for human children and a little bit of
learning about the animal world, to keep things interesting for
young animal lovers.
Mindfulness and My Emotions is a introduction to mindfulness,
helping young children to tune into their feelings and emotions,
and find ways to manage them better. 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
Your five senses help make every day complete. From smelling and
tasting breakfast to feeling soft sheets when you climb into bed,
your senses play a big part in your life. Descriptive text and
energetic photos highlight the importance of taste, touch, sight,
smell and hearing. Know Your Senses includes a glossary, a read
more section, kid-friendly Internet sites and an index.
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