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.
Harper discovers that the addition of a new baby to the family does not mean there is less love to go around, but instead there is more to share. When Dad and Daddy adopt a new baby, Harper is excited to be a big sister for the first time. She picks out a stuffed animal just for her baby brother and practices holding a doll in case Dad and ......
This engaging and sensitive book fills a major gap in showing a young child the impact on a parent of a mental illness such as bipolar disorder. In 2016, it won the Australian Association of Family Therapy Annual Award for children’s picture books and is on the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge list. Contains four pages of teachers/parents notes.
Arthur hasn't been doing his homework and is worried about his parents finding out. He tells a lie, but then something strange happens... Find out how Arthur's life is turned upside down, as his lies start to become true! This is a simple, fun story which also helps children aged 4-8 to explore why usually, it's best to face even tricky truths.
Getting to Know Your Relationship Patterns, Boundaries, and Values for Happier, Healthier Connections
Relationships are tough. Family, friendships, romance - they've all got their own complications. So, what can you do? We're all wired differently and programmed to think and react in certain ways. Are you a people-pleaser or someone who trusts too easily? Do you find it hard to put your guard down or often compare yourself to others? This book ......
A Story for Kids Who Have Lost a Parent to Suicide
A sensitive picture book to help parents and counsellors communicate with young children about a parents suicide. In developmentally appropriate language and evocative illustrations, this picture book helps open communication about why a parent completes suicide.
Maybe Days is a straightforward look at the issues of foster care, the questions that children ask, and the feelings that they confront. A primer for children going into foster care, the book also explains the responsibilities of everyone involved - parents, judges and social workers.
As a young girl gently questions her depressed father, he offers direct answers that help her understand what he is going through. This gentle, hopeful book will help kids cope with a parent's mental illness. It is developmentally appropriate, addressing common questions that kids have.
"Always amigos!" My Singing Nana is a compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. This story celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories, showing kids that no matter how their loved one might change they always have ways to maintain their special connection.
