Student wellbeing
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Mud Boy
A Story about Bullying
Sarah Siggs. With notes by Pooky Knightsmith., illustrated by Amy Crosby
2019, Ebook, PDF, $17.95ISBN: 9781785928710 -
Mud Boy
A Story about Bullying
Sarah Siggs. With notes by Pooky Knightsmith., illustrated by Amy Crosby
This illustrated story is designed to be read with children aged 5+ who have experienced or seen bullying or teasing. Sam's story gently evokes how it feels to be bullied and shows how talking to other people helps. It is a great discussion starter for kids and adults, and empowers children to see how they can change things for the better. Learn More2019, Hardback, 8.50in x 8.43in / 216mm x 214mm, 48pp, $17.95ISBN: 9781785928703 -
Supporting Kids and Teens with Exam Stress in School
A Workbook
Joanne Steer, illustrated by Suzy Ross
This fun, interactive workbook offers parents and professionals tried and tested techniques to support children dealing with exam stress, with chapters focused on lifestyle management (exercise, diet, work-fun balance), CBT tools (relaxation, positive self-talk, thought challenging) and other psychological methods (such as mindfulness). Learn More2019, 184pp -
Can I Tell You About Self-Harm?
A Guide for Friends, Family and Professionals
Pooky Knightsmith, Foreword by Jonathan Singer, illustrated by Elise Evans
Asher invites readers to learn about self-harm from their perspective, helping them to understand what self-harm is, who does it, why, and how family, friends and counsellors can offer help and support to channel these behaviours into a more positive outlet. This illustrated introduction provides helpful support tips and resources for children 7+. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 72pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859242862018, Ebook, ePUB, 72pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-796-1 -
Be Bully Free
A Hands-On Guide to How You Can Take Control
Michael Panckridge and Catherine Thornton
Seeking to empower children who are bullied, this book presents a wide range of common bullying scenarios, before giving practical suggestions on how the recipient can take control in these situations. Written in a young adult fiction style, this is an essential resource for children who are experiencing bullying. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 5.51in / 215mm x 140mm, 160pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817859228242017, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-583-7 -
The Healthy Coping Colouring Book and Journal
Creative Activities to Help Manage Stress, Anxiety and Other Big Feelings
Pooky Knightsmith, illustrated by Emily Hamilton
Full of creative activities, this journal and colouring book aims to help young people aged 8-14 manage difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions such as anger and anxiety. It includes space to write and draw, colouring pages, inspirational quotes and poems, and provides a host of healthy coping strategies. Learn More2016, 208pp -
A-Z of Being the Best Leader You Can Be
Leading Through the Alphabet
Yvonne Bleam, illustrated by Kat Stahl
Learn all about good leadership with Alex the accepting leader, Vivian the virtuous leader and the rest of the gang! Far from your average A-Z, this book for children aged 8-11 contains 26 stories that each explore a different leadership quality and is full of fun activities and exercises to help reiterate the concepts. Learn More2016, Hardback, 9.76in x 7.13in / 248mm x 181mm, 176pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859270892016, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-272-0 -
What are you staring at?
A Comic About Restorative Justice in Schools
Pete Wallis and Joseph Wilkins
Created for use in schools, this comic follows the story of Jake and Ryan's playground conflict and its eventual resolution through a restorative meeting with their teacher. Jake and Ryan's story teaches children aged 8-13 the principles and benefits of restorative justice. A resource section for teachers is also included. Learn More2016, 36pp -
Help! I've Got an Alarm Bell Going Off in My Head!
How Panic, Anxiety and Stress Affect Your Body
K.L. Aspden, Foreword by Babette Rothschild, illustrated by Zita Ra
An illustrated book for children aged 9-11 that explores the science behind our bodies' fight, flight or freeze reactions. With activities to help manage anxiety and keep the nervous system healthy, the book is an incomparable resource for anyone supporting children who are easily angered or anxious including parents, carers and teachers. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 48pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-704-22015, Ebook, ePUB, 48pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-227-0 -
David's Secret Soccer Goals
Caroline Levine
David's Secret Soccer Goals is a warm and sensitive look inside the mind of a boy with bed wetting problems. It delicately highlights the fears and worries that a child in this position can go through, whilst also giving practical advice on how to deal positively with the situation. Learn More2004, Paperback / softback, 8.58in x 6.10in / 218mm x 155mm, 40pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-772-92004, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-034-4