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Alex and the Scary Things
A Story to Help Children Who Have Experienced Something Scary
Melissa Moses, illustrated by Alison MacEachern
This is the story of Alex who has experienced 'scary things', and the different things he does to cope with all the ways these scary things make him feel. This gentle storybook will help children who have experienced trauma deal with their emotions and learn coping strategies. Learn More2015, Hardback, 8.78in x 8.50in / 223mm x 216mm, 40pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-793-62015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-066-5 -
Forever Fingerprints
An Amazing Discovery for Adopted Children
Sherrie Eldridge, illustrated by Rob Williams
Forever Fingerprints is an uplifting children's picture book about an adopted child who realises that her fingerprints alone give her a special connection to her birth parents. Learn More2014, Hardback, 10.43in x 9.21in / 265mm x 234mm, 32pp, AU$19.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-778-32014, Ebook, ePUB, 32pp, AU$19.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-021-4 -
A Place in My Heart
Mary Grossnickle, illustrated by Alison Relyea-Parr
Charlie the chipmunk was adopted by a family of squirrels and he now wonders about his birthparents he has never met. Although this upsets him, he feels better after talking to his mother. Simple and charming this illustrated picture book is for children aged 2-5. Learn More2014, Hardback, 10.31in x 8.15in / 262mm x 207mm, 36pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-771-42014, Ebook, PDF, 36pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-022-1 -
The Kids' Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control
Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate their Emotions and Senses
Lauren Brukner
From breathing exercises and pressure holds to noise-reducing headphones and gum, this illustrated book is packed with simple strategies and tools to help children with emotional and sensory regulation difficulties aged approximately 7 to 14 years to stay cool, calm and in control. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.96in x 6.93in / 253mm x 176mm, 112pp, AU$29.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-997-82014, Ebook, PDF, 88pp, AU$29.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-962-3 -
Your Body is Awesome
Body Respect for Children
Sigrun Danielsdottir, illustrated by Bjork Bjarkdottir
The colorful illustrations in this picture book will help children learn to love their bodies from an early age and appreciate all the wonderful things their bodies do. The book promotes a healthy attitude which will help children understand that all bodies are different and encourage them to take good care of their bodies throughout their lives. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.69in x 9.53in / 246mm x 242mm, 36pp, AU$26.99ISBN: 978-1-84819-228-72014, Ebook, PDF, 36pp, AU$26.99ISBN: 978-0-85701-178-7 -
Your Body is Brilliant
Body Respect for Children
Sigrun Danielsdottir, illustrated by Bjork Bjarkdottir
The colourful illustrations in this picture book will help children learn to love their bodies from an early age and appreciate all the wonderful things their bodies do. The book promotes a healthy attitude which will help children understand that all bodies are different and encourage them to take good care of their bodies throughout their lives. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.72in x 8.31in / 247mm x 211mm, 36pp, AU$26.99ISBN: 978-1-84819-221-82014, Ebook, PDF, 36pp, AU$26.99ISBN: 978-0-85701-179-4 -
A Different Home
A New Foster Child's Story
John DeGarmo and Kelly DeGarmo
Jessie tells us her story of being placed in foster care and the worries she had. The new home is not like her old home, but she begins to see that this different home is kind of nice. Sensitively written and fully illustrated in color, this story will help children in foster care to settle in and answer some of the questions they may have. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.96in x 7.13in / 253mm x 181mm, 48pp, AU$24.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-987-92014, Ebook, ePUB, 48pp, AU$24.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-897-8 -
Adopted Like Me
My Book of Adopted Heroes
Ann Angel, illustrated by Marc Thomas
Adopted Like Me is a children's picture book that tells the stories of famous and inspirational people, all of whom were adopted. Read about great musicians like Bo Diddley, politicians like Nelson Mandela, stars like Marilyn Monroe as well as inventors, athletes, a princess skilled in judo and fencing, and many more. Learn More2013, Hardback, 10.08in x 7.68in / 256mm x 195mm, 48pp, AU$28.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-935-02013, Ebook, ePUB, 48pp, AU$28.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-740-7 -
Can I tell you about Adoption?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Anne Braff Brodzinsky
Meet Chelsea - a young girl who is adopted. Chelsea invites readers to learn about adoption from her perspective and introduces us to two friends of hers who have been transracially adopted. Chelsea and her friends help children understand what it means to be adopted, the experiences that follow the adoption process, and how they can help. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.38in / 226mm x 162mm, 56pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-942-82013, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, AU$21.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-759-9 -
The Mulberry Bird
An Adoption Story
Anne Braff Brodzinsky, illustrated by Angela Marchetti
The Mulberry Bird tells the tale of a Mother Bird who is forced to give up her baby after realising she is unable to provide him with the care he needs. This heartwarming tale gently explores issues relating to adoption and is ideal for children and adoptive families. Learn More2012, Hardback, 9.29in x 6.14in / 236mm x 156mm, 48pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-933-62012, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, AU$23.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-720-9
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