Jessica Kingsley Publishers was founded in 1987 in London by Jessica Kingsley and is committed to publishing books that make a difference. In 2004 we opened our US office in Philadelphia and in 2017 we became part of the John Murray Press division of Hachette Group.
We publish books for professionals and general readers in a range of subjects. We are well known for our long established lists on the autism spectrum, social work, and arts therapies. More recently we have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care, practical theology and gender diversity. We have a range of graphic novels across these subject areas, and books for children, on issues including bereavement, depression and anger.
Helping parents and carers develop key areas their young children with SEN need to concentrate on, this fun, play-based activity book provides caregivers with reassurance that their children are developing motor skills, social skills, problem solving, memory, sensory integration and more, through play in a range of settings.
A divorce can be an upsetting and frightening time for any child, but this creative journal from parenting expert Sue Atkins gives children aged 7+ a safe place to express their feelings, so they can start to understand them.
Provides advice and strategies for child welfare professionals working with transgender and gender expansive youth and their families, including social workers, youth workers and students, among others. This guide offers practical skills to implement into practice and is supported by case studies throughout.
Creative, Multi-Sensory Ideas, Games and Activities to Support Learning
This book is a collection of ideas, activities and approaches for science learning, to support kids with learning differences aged 9+ to grow in confidence, recall and understanding. The multi-sensory and fun ideas and activities can be adapted to suit individual students' needs and skills, and curriculum stage. Written by an experienced science ......
This book puts the spotlight on six children that openly talk about their experiences at school and at home. By the end of the book, two children reveal what autism means to them. Read this alone or with an adult and learn about autism, diversity, how we are all unique and what we all share.
Intended as a follow-up to Clark's previous book, DBT-Informed Art Therapy, this edited guide focuses on how DBT-informed art therapy works in practice with different client groups. It covers work with a wide variety of populations, such as those with suicidal behaviours, eating disorders and Borderline Personality Disorder.
A Day in the Life of a Physics Student with Autism
A fun and enlightening read for friends, family, caring professionals and anyone interested in an alternative viewpoint on the world. Sure to "strike a chord" with other day trippers on the autism spectrum.
Sophie Labelle has been chronicling the lives of a small universe of queer cartoon characters in her comic strip, showing how they navigate the daily experiences of being trans and gender diverse. The Best of Assigned Male brings these characters to life for the first time in print, with exclusive bonus material for fans.
The Amazing Talents and Skills of Children with ADHD
An illustrated book to help children to understand their ADHD diagnosis in a positive light. Each character in the book focuses on a specific symptom of ADHD such as hyper-focus, sensory overwhelm, poor initiation and inattention. They also introduce readers to the unique strengths their ADHD provides, with links to further resources and support.
