Avi is an anxious avocado. He worries about EVERYTHING always wondering what-if? what-then? what’s going to happen? and ends up avoiding everything that frightens him. Until one day when he hears an unusual sound outside his kitchen window.... what possibly could that THUMP! THUIMP! THUD! be? Fear swells in the pit of his stomach, but it occurs him. What is the worst thing that could happen if he just dares himself to face his fears? Versatile enough for family's reading, classroom or school counselor use, readers will be rooting for Avi as he navigates situations that he once avoided. Avi's confidence builds, bolstered by the support of friends and energized by a proven method for dealing with social anxiety, Avi takes the plunge and faces his fears head on!

A unique and gentle art-therapy-based book to help children grow their resilience through creativity Picturing My Resilience encourages children to become 'resilience artists', using their amazing minds to get to know and grow their resilience. Children are asked to think about the colours, textures and shapes that express the look and feel of resilience to them. Children consider and recognise how they've been resilient in the past and how they can 'speak' about resilience through their art. At the end of the book, children have a set of self-made resources to use again and again when they need a reminder of their creative coping skills. All the Colours of Me is a series of books written by Art Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Practitioner, Anna Shepherd. The series addresses key emotions in the life of a child through safe and gentle creative engagement. Each books includes a guide for adults, a glossary of key terms and further resources for supporting children's emotional health, for age 5 and up. Contents of Picturing My Resilience: LISTENING TO OUR FEELINGS ART-MAKING CAN HELP RESILIENCE IS ... RESILIENCE FEELS LIKE RESILIENCE LOOKS LIKE RESILIENCE ACTS LIKE SHADES OF RESILIENCE SPEAKING OF RESILIENCE SLOW AND STEADY RESILIENCE PRACTISING RESILIENCE YOU ARE A RESILIENCE ARTIST! KEY TERMS AND FURTHER RESOURCES A GUIDE FOR ADULTS HELPFUL CONTACTS Books included in the series: Picturing My Sadness Picturing My Worry Picturing My Anger Picturing My Happiness Picturing My Resilience Picturing My Gratitude

Martin McLean has always been surrounded by people who can express themselves. His mother is an artist, his colourful uncle Billy works in theatre and his best friends Carmen and Pickle are outgoing and don’t care what other people think. But Martin can only find the right words when he’s answering a problem at a Mathletes competition — until his uncle introduces him to the world of drag. In a swirl of sequins and stilettos, Martin creates his fabulous drag queen alter ego, Lottie León. As Lottie, he is braver than he’s ever been; but as Martin, he doesn’t have the guts to tell anyone outside his family about her — not Carmen and Pickle, not his Mathletes teammates and definitely not Chris, an older boy who gives Martin butterflies. When Martin discovers that his first-ever drag show is the same night as the most important Mathletes tournament, he realises that he can only pull off both appearances by revealing his true self to his friends — and channelling his inner drag superstar.

Tommy is terrified of dogs. When he gets an invitation to a big birthday party at his neighbor's house, his heart sinks-he can't possibly go, the dog is enormous and scary! But instead of staying away, he and his mom hatch a step-by-step plan to face and overcome his fears in time to enjoy the party. This gentle introduction to the concept of exposure therapy for kids will help them deal with phobias. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers about how to support kids working through exposure therapy.

A new adventure of The Lonely Mailman’s beloved characters. A charming tale, printed in stone paper, that invites readers to think about the emotional impact of jealousy, the importance of empathy, and the ability to forgive.Deer wakes up every morning at the break of dawn, when the sun begins to rise and illuminates the entire field. Deer’s daily routine consists of harvesting seasonal fruits: winter is the time for oranges, pears and apples, spring for strawberries and cherries, summer for raspberries and figs, and autumn is for chestnuts and hazelnuts. And you may wonder ... What does Deer do with all those fruits? You see, Deer loves to cook with all the ingredients that he collects every morning, but what makes him extremely happy is to gather all his friends and share his elaborate dishes with them. One morning like any other, Deer starts his daily route, but someone seems to have already been there… Worried, Deer decides to go home, and what a surprise! The house is turned upside down and… someone has stolen his precious Secret Recipe Book! Do you dare to discover this great mystery? Ganador de los Moonbeam Children's Book Awards y los International Latino Book Awards en 2017. Una entrañable y sorprendente historia que va a emocionar a pequeños y mayores, porque muchas veces lo más maravilloso se encuentra donde menos imaginamos.Un cartero silencioso y solitario. Unas cartas. Un secreto. Todos los días, un cartero pasea en bicicleta por el bosque entregando cartas a los animales locales. Estas cartas parecen mágicas, ya que siempre ayudan a resolver malentendidos, intercambiar invitaciones a cenar o tomar el té y formar amistades. Los animales siempre están ansiosos por saber qué mensaje les dará el cartero, y todos están encantados con las cartas. En el bosque hay menos discusiones y reina la armonía. Lo que nadie sabe es que todas las noches el dedicado cartero escribe cada carta una a una, pensando detenidamente qué escribir y a quién va dirigida. De hecho, él es el único que no recibe correspondencia. Hasta que un día recibe una carta muy especial en su buzón.

Inspector Croc is a great detective of emotions. Everyone in Forestville calls him when they feel overwhelmed. Croc will help his friends to identify, measure and regulate their EMOTIONS in a fun and simple way with his great invention, Inspector Croc’s EMOTION-O-METER.

An exciting new laugh-out-loud picture book from Sam Copeland, the bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken, and Pippa Curnick, creator of the award-winning Indigo Wilde series. Meet Ivor, a little boy in a big world, who absolutely, categorically, definitely does NOT like any sort of attention. So it's more than a minor catastrophe for Ivor to discover on his first day of school that he has a great big . . . BEAR BEHIND! And as the bumbling bear begins to cause chaos and calamity, Ivor's hope for a normal first day at school quickly fades . . . A hilarious, larger-than-life story to show little ones there's fun to be had when you leave your worries behind!

A funny, body-positive look at puberty for girls Girls today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. Don't Panic, It's Puberty! offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spots, growth spurts, tiredness and mood swings. The funny, cartoon-style illustrations keep the tone light but are anatomically accurate and show a range of real body types, encouraging inclusivity and self-acceptance. Perfect reading for children aged 8+. The text and illustrations have been reviewed by a qualified medical doctor. Contents: Don't panic! All about your body - on the outside All about your body - on the inside Hello hormones! I'm growing I'm growing BOOBS! Periods - WHY? Periods - sorted! The skin you're in What's that hair doing there? Eating and exercise Zzzzzzzzzz..... Puberty for your brain In a mood! Feeling OK - or not OK? Strange new feelings Friends and fitting in Say no to sexism! When does it end? Puberty timeline Frequently asked questions Glossary/further reading Index

The way you think about yourself affects how you live your life In The Psychological Toolkit, you will learn how to use psychology on your journey to knowing your true self. It is so important to take the time to understand how you view yourself, and to understand that your most important relationship is the one that you have with yourself. This workbook will guide you through the development of your own positive theory and view of your unique self and identity. You will learn how to think about yourself on a deeper level, through honest, non-judgemental questioning, and based on what is of value to YOU. You will also: - Learn to engage proactively with the world and those around you - Develop new thinking skills and resources - Improve your autonomy and ownership of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours - Develop a strong understanding of your own identity and ongoing 'story' - Take control of your wellbeing, resilience and mental health - Increase your self-esteem and self-awareness - Improve your pro-social and citizenship behaviours to make a more positive impact in the world - Connect to your inner voice and become your own personal advisor

Winner at the 2016 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. A piece of strange news causes a great uproar in the forest. Bear has entrusted a dream to White Owl: FLY! An emotional tale about the benefits of teamwork, and the importance of fighting for your dreams, however impossible they may seem.That morning, the animals in the forest discover that Bear has confided a secret to Owl: "Bear wants to fly!" Amazed by the news, some animals think that Bear's dream is impossible, unattainable, but there are many others determined to try to help his friend and fulfill his dream. Although not all of them agree, there is something more important than their own opinions, something that unites them all, and that is their love and trust for their friend Bear. Whatever the result, why not give it a try? The animals, excited to do everything in their power to help their friend, come up with a plan… As the sun begins to rise over the forest, the excited Raccoon wakes up Bear. The mission is about to begin! Ganador en los Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards en 2016. Una extraña noticia causa un gran alboroto en el bosque. Oso ha confiado un sueño a Lechuza Blanca: ¡VOLAR! Una emotiva historia que nos hará reflexionar sobre las ventajas del trabajo en equipo y la importancia de luchar por los sueños, por imposibles que parezcan.Esa mañana, los animales del bosque descubren que Oso le ha confiado un secreto a lechuza blanca: «Oso sueña con volar». Algunos animales piensan que el sueño de Oso es inalcanzable, pero hay muchos otros decididos a intentar ayudar a su amigo y a cumplir su sueño. Aunque no estén de acuerdo, hay algo que les une más allá de todas las opiniones: su amor y confianza por su amigo Oso. Sea cual sea el resultado, ¿por qué no intentarlo? Los animales, entusiasmados por hacer todo lo que esté en su mano y echar una mano a su amigo, elaboran un plan… Cuando despunta el alba, Mapache, emocionado, despierta a Oso. ¡Empieza la misión!

Hot air balloon pilots have wonderful adventures, where they get to see things they have never seen before and learn all about the world outside. Flying a hot air balloon sounds like a lot of fun to some kids. But for other kids, the idea of flying off on their own, away from their parents or homes, doesn't sound like fun at all. If you feel scared when you do something alone or away from your parents, this book is for you! The latest addition to the popluar What-to-Do Guides for Kids series addresses separation anxiety, a common developmental phase. This workbook introduces kids and parents to cognitive-behavioural therapy-based strategies that can help them understand and cope with any type of separation anxiety. Like the other books in this series, it includes activities designed to change kids' perspectives on being separated and includes an introduction for parents and caregivers about how to most successfully use the book. Ages 6-10.

A hilarious story from master of the absurd, Jon Agee, where a boy finds out that his pet rhinoceros can do more than he bargained for! Shortlisted for The Children's Book Award 2023. If you should ever get a rhinoceros for a pet, you're in for a surprise. It won't chase a ball. Or a stick. Or a frisbee. In fact, according to the experts, a rhinoceros does only two things: pop balloons and poke holes in kites. But don't be discouraged. As you'll discover in this book, rhinoceroses can do more-so much more-than that!

Go to sleep and grow your brain! During the day, your brain helps you do things like eat, walk, play with friends, and learn new things—and using your brain helps it stretch and get stronger. But did you know that you have the power to grow and train your brain just by going to sleep? In fact, while you're resting, your brain is doing some of its most important work! Learn about the important jobs your brain does at night like: Locking in what you learned during the day Resetting itself so that it's ready when you wake up Even taking a bath to make sure it's clean and healthy! Written by two brain experts, Good Night to Your Fantastic Elastic Brain is packed with fascinating science and fun facts that will have kids excited to get a good night's rest!

With very low level text, these books are simple introductions to how children can look after themselves and their physical and mental health. Questions throughout encourage children to talk about their ideas and experiences and engage children with the topic. The All About Me series helps young children to learn more about themselves, their body and their health. Read the other titles in the series: Family, Growing up, Keeping Well, My Body, My Senses.

Something is rotten in the state of Deadmark, but of course there is: it's filled with zombies. This topical and hilarious parody of Shakespeare's Hamlet follows a young science-minded zombie teenager named Edda as she deals with a myriad of death-altering problems including a climate crisis caused by the anti-science humans in Ignorway, the disappearance of her mom, and the conniving takeover of her country by her villainous Aunt Agonista.

Silver Medalist, 2020 Wishing Shelf Book Awards: Books for 6–8 Year Olds Winner, 2020 American Fiction Awards for Best Cover Design: Children's Books Finalist, 2020 American Fiction Awards for Children's Fiction The first day of school is coming… and I'm going to be in the noisy class. Any class but the noisy class will do! A young girl is about to enter the third grade, but this year she's put into Ms. Johnson's noisy class. Everything about the noisy class is odd. While all the other classes are quiet, Ms. Johnson sings and the kids chatter all day. The door is always closed, yet sounds from it can be heard in the hallway. With summer coming to an end and school starting, the girl realizes that soon she'll be going to the noisy class. What will school be like now? Featuring the honest and delightful humor of debut author Angela Shanté and the bold, graphic imagery of debut illustrator Alison Hawkins, The Noisy Classroom encourages those with first-day jitters to reevaluate a scary situation by looking at it from a different angle and to embrace how fun school can be, even in nontraditional ways.

A fun, wacky dreamworld adventure that makes for the perfect bedtime story from debut talent, author-illustrator Bia Melo! Nina is not like the other children. She doesn't want to stay up late like the grown-ups do. In fact, she can't WAIT to go to sleep . . . because that's when dreams happen. She goes on amazing adventures to the jungle, explores cake villages and visits a city on wheels. When she wakes up she MUST tell everyone . . . but something strange is happening. Her dreams wiggle and twist, shrink and grow until they're nothing like her dream at all. And then one night, her dream isn't fun or exciting . . . but quite scary instead. Join the determined heroine as she captures her dreams once and for all! With its bright, bold illustrations, this bedtime book dives into early experiences of good and bad dreams. It explores dream journalling for the very young, making this the perfect book to share with little ones as they settle to sleep. The ideal companion for readers of You Choose Your Dreams, What Will You Dream Tonight?, Peace at Last and No Sleep for Bear.

"A fun pirate story about finding your voice and self-confidence." - Mom Read It blog John-Wolf is always afraid… except when he is singing pirate songs at the top of his voice, all alone in his room. One night, John-Wolf dreams that pirates take him to their ship. Will he overcome his fears and become a real pirate? A cheerful picture book about self-confidence and imagination. For rovers and singers, ages 5 and up. Guided Reading Level L

Join celebrated children's author, Sir Rhymesalot, together with legendary abstract impressionist painter, David Geiser present a journey to another dimension that is strangely connected to the one you are in right now. The illuminating discovery that ensues reveals that the things we do and say, and even the way we treat each other can have oddly unexpected ramifications that we never even knew about. The striking imagery and alarming possibilities i ntroduced in Betweeners are thought-provoking for readers of any age. The Sir Rhymesalot reading level (lexile) is age 11 - 14 (grade 4 - 6) but parents reading these books to children aged 3 - 7 (K - 2) can strengthen literacy and vocabulary significantly in their young minds. This is due to the power of rhyme as a literacy builder.

In the current climate, most of us are undergoing an angst that sometimes can only be cured through self-reflection. In seeking a cure, we look to improve ourselves, especially during this anxious and uncertain time as we live a 'new normal' during this pandemic. Sometimes the journey begins in the hope to better ourselves as a human being and relieve the inner turmoil. Sometimes the journey develops a more spiritual path where we reach out to the Divine in some capacity. In either case, a feeling of contentment can be attained leading to an inner peace. Yet, we can only begin to do this once we identify those feelings that cause anxiety or negative emotions that lead to a sense of heaviness in our day-to- day lives. The Coronavirus outbreak has led to many industries and Government authorities promoting self-care and urging many to look after their mental well-being more than ever before. The virus has forced most of the world to slow down, which in turn has had an impact on many people's daily routines. Many of us are staying at home, spending time with family and now have some new-found time to reflect on ourselves. As a result of this, many of us experience moments of frustration on a daily basis, from being confined to social distancing, or have a fear of losing one's job (or indeed already have), or are unintentionally feeling ungrateful for what we do have. Prior to the pandemic taking over, we would still face similar thoughts and feelings towards something we had seen on social media perhaps, or heard about from family, a friend or colleague. This could include being envious of someone's belongings or achievements, which they have shared on social media, or indeed boasting about our own. Whilst these emotions make us human, it's our intentions and actions that decide whether we are a 'good' person, whether in the eyes of one's self, our friends and family, our colleagues, or in the eyes of the Divine. Pre-Coronavirus, many of us lost the capacity to sit still and reflect upon ourselves. Now that we have the time to look back and contemplate, perhaps we need to think about why we are feeling these negative emotions. Why do we feel a sense of loss within our workday grind or within our family relationships or friendships? A Handbook of Spiritual Medicine is arranged in a unique way, by breaking down the core maladies of the heart into bite size chunks that are much easier to reference for the layperson. It provides a clear presentation using modern management techniques: a tabulated and color-coded format that enables easy access to definitions and signs and symptoms of spiritual illnesses, their cures, and exceptions. The antidotes to our ailments are drawn from Qur'anic verses and authentic ahadith (Prophetic sayings),inspiring mindfulness of the Almighty Cherisher and His Beloved Prophet. This guidebook, drawing on the 11th and 12th Century works of the 'Proof of Islam' and wondrous sage, Imam Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali can be applied to our busy lives in the modern, hi-tech era, and will prove accessible to people of all ages, all denominations: believers and non-believers alike. This book encourages us to continually self-analyse, in order to begin to experience the positive impact of such changes. It encourages us to look after ourselves during this time, acting as a guide on how to do this now and beyond the pandemic. Making this science accessible to a new generation is of utmost importance especially in times of a spiritual vacuum and great uncertainty.

Share your love for the toddler or young reader in your life with this sugary sweet board book! Perfect for a Mother's or Father's Day gift, or for any day you want to say "I love you." Discover the special ingredients you need to make a joyful lives with those you love in this sweet story from Danielle Kartes. Danielle is an author, food stylist, recipe developer and mother, who knows that food is a way to feel joyful, a way to connect with your family, a way to live brilliantly. It takes a lot of special ingredients to make a joyful life. We need: ½ cup togetherness 2 heaping cups of love just a pinch of courage plenty of snuggles YOU, my sweet! You're the sprinkles to my cupcake, the plums to my pudding! You, my darling, are the PERFECT recipe

DID did all his homework and gets to play. DIDN'T didn't do his homework and is made to stay indoors. DID shows DIDN'T how to set his priorities right and together they finish their homework, then go out to play. The Series Big Life Lessons for Little Kids CAN, CAN'T, COULD, COULDN'T, DID, DIDN'T, WAS, WASN'T, WILL and WON'T -- known collectively as the CAN DOs -- are all friends and they each have something to teach your child. From sharing and perseverance to doing homework and being a good sport, the CAN DOs help you as a parent lay the foundations for a well-rounded, confident and outgoing child.