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Riley the Brave - The Little Cub with Big Feelings!
Help for Cubs Who Have Had A Tough Start in Life
Jessica Sinarski, illustrated by Zachary Kline
Riley is the story of a little bear with big feelings. Join this super-cool cub as he faces his fears with the animals who love him. This picture book is for children who have experienced trauma, to help them understand their overwhelming feelings, and learn to trust the safe grown-ups around them. Includes afterword for adults. Learn More2020, 48pp -
Ellie Jelly and the Massive Mum Meltdown
A Story About When Parents Lose Their Temper and Want to Put Things Right
Sarah Naish, illustrated by Kath Grimshaw
Ellie Jelly is grumpy - she's very hungry for breakfast but mum is busy with her baby sister. When Ellie spills milk all over the floor Mum shouts and says mean things. Will they ever be friends again? A simple, reassuring story to help children aged 3-7 and parents to talk about what happens when people lose their temper. Learn More2018, 32pp -
The Mermaid Who Couldn't
How Mariana Overcame Loneliness and Shame and Learned to Sing Her Own Song
Ali Redford, illustrated by Kara Simpson
Abandoned on the ocean floor, Mariana the Mermaid feels useless as she can't swim or join in with the other mermaids. Muriel the Turtle helps her find self-confidence through singing her own mighty song. This therapeutic picture book is for children aged 4-9 who lack self-confidence, including children who have had difficult life experiences. Learn More2018, Hardback, 10.08in x 8.15in / 256mm x 207mm, 32pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 97817859239512018, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-749-7 -
The Tiger Mum Who Came to Tea
Uttom Chowdhury, illustrated by Liz Whallett
For parents who are anxious about their child's attainment at school and beyond, this laugh out loud book uses visual humour and informed jokes to illustrate the pitfalls of competitive parenting, without being judgemental or didactic. Learn More2018, Hardback, 8.58in x 6.69in / 218mm x 170mm, 56pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 97817859244532018, Ebook, PDF, 56pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-818-0 -
I Have a Question about Divorce
A Book for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Other Special Needs
Arlen Grad Gaines and Meredith Englander Polsky
Considering the questions a child might have about divorce, it gently offers answers to them using straightforward text and clear illustrations. Perfect for children aged 5-11 with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other special needs, or for concrete or visual learners Learn More2018, 40pp -
Stewart’s Tree
A Book for Brothers and Sisters When a Baby Dies Shortly after Birth
Cathy Campbell, illustrated by Cathy Campbell
This colourful picture book for children aged 3+ offers a comforting story for grieving families, helping to explain sibling loss shortly after birth. It then focuses on the happy memories of a lost child and looks towards the future. Includes a guide to bereavement written by qualified clinicians. Learn More2018, Hardback, 8.54in x 8.39in / 217mm x 213mm, 40pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 97817859239992018, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-762-6 -
My Secret Dog
Tom Alexander
The delightful story of a young girl inviting a dog into her home to stay as her secret houseguest. Although her mother has said they don't have room to keep a dog, the girl hatches a daring plan to make sure that nobody finds out... only to discover that dogs, like secrets, are much harder to keep under wraps than she suspected! Learn More2017, Hardback, 8.35in x 6.14in / 212mm x 156mm, 40pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 97817859248662017, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, CA$21.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-874-6 -
When Are You Going to Get a Proper Job?
Parenting and the Creative Muse
Richy K. Chandler, illustrated by Richy K. Chandler
As a parent and graphic artist, Tariq finds himself stuck in a cycle of guilt, torn between quality time with his family and creative time in the studio. This beautifully illustrated comic humorously and helpfully looks at how to keep your creative muse happy while fulfilling the other important roles in your life. Learn More2017, Hardback, 7.20in x 6.18in / 183mm x 157mm, 112pp, CA$24.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-324-62017, Ebook, PDF, 64pp, CA$24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-277-7 -
Attachment-Based Milieus for Healing Child and Adolescent Developmental Trauma
A Relational Approach for Use in Settings from Inpatient Psychiatry to Special Education Classrooms
John Stewart. Foreword by Dan Hughes.
2017, Hardback, 9.33in x 6.57in / 237mm x 167mm, 216pp, CA$162.00ISBN: 97817859278982017, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 6.69in / 229mm x 170mm, 216pp, CA$61.00ISBN: 9781785927904 -
You Make Your Parents Super Happy!
A book about parents separating
Richy K. Chandler, illustrated by Richy K. Chandler
Explaining why parents decide to separate in simple, understandable language to children, this candid graphic story reassures and comforts any child whose parents are breaking up. Fully illustrated, with characters that any child can relate to, this book is a lifeline during a confusing time. Learn More2017, Hardback, 8.54in x 8.39in / 217mm x 213mm, 40pp, CA$18.95ISBN: 97817859241492017, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, CA$18.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-776-3
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