My family's changing : a first look at family break up

My Family's Changing is a unique picture book for younger children and explores the issue of divorce. The author of this book is a psychotherapist and counselor and helps children to face their fears, worries and questions when their family is going through a break-up. "What About You?" sidebars appear frequently with questions directed at the child reading the book. The questions encourage chi…

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Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0900727861

Collation

42 pages : illustration ; 21 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

306.8 ROG

Home

Wherever we live there is always somewhere we call home. We may share it with our family or sometimes with a whole community. This book looks at the homes of children from all around the world. There are photographs from countries in Africa, Asia, South America and Europe. Published in association with Oxfam this series aims to draw parallels between children from many different cultures.

Is Dad in here?

In this work, puppy dog Pup searches for his Dad all over the farmyard. This book is part of 'Project X, Origins', a guided reading programme for the whole school.

The skin you live in

With the ease and simplicity of a nursery rhyme, this lively story delivers an important message of social acceptance to young readers. Themes associated with child development and social harmony, such as friendship, acceptance, self-esteem, and diversity are promoted in simple and straightforward prose. Vivid illustrations of children's activities for all cultures, such as swimming in the ocea…

Trust

Trust is an important concept for children to learn and understand at an early age. This title will introduce readers to what trust is through everyday and relatable examples that they are sure to experience. Inviting covers and fun images throughout will keep readers engaged. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersio…

This makes me sad

If feeling blue isn’t bad enough, it’s even worse without your best furry friend. This Makes Me Sad follows a young boy after he accidentally lets his dog, Kit, loose from the yard. Despite his parents’ attempt to find her, nothing can cheer up the boy. His favorite things, like a pretty sunset, going to the park, and his beloved teddy bear, just make him more sad. Even happy memories of …

Caring

This book, part of the Dealing with Feeling series, looks at what it means to be caring. Topics covered within the book include how to be caring, what to do if other people aren't caring, and why caring can make you happy!

If you had to choose, what would you do?

Is is wrong to sneak into the movies if your big brother says it's okay? If "everybody" is cheating on the math test, shouldn't you, too? What if telling the truth gets your best friend in trouble?It's never too early for us to begin talking to our children about values and helping them define and clarify their code of moral conduct. This is a great way for them to build self-confidence in thei…

That's what friends are for

Theodore the elephant has hurt his leg and can’t meet his cousin at the end of the forest. What a pity! Of course, all the other animals are more than willing to give him advice. After all, that’s what friends are for — isn’t it? Enhanced by Holly Meade’s vivid collages, Florence Parry Heide’s dry wit rings through this cumulative tale of a long-suffering elephant, his well-meaning …