The Big Hug books grew out of letters sent to children and their families after their psychology sessions. Each book has its origins in a real need for a real child with a real problem and offers real strategies from a real psychologist. The heart-felt illustrations and simple words aim to simplify tricky situations and soothe strong emotions. The books aim to give children, and the people who care for them, a way to talk about problems.
The Internet is Like a Puddle attends to the wonderful aspects of electronic communication as well as gently discusses some of the possible pitfalls of sharing, chatting and using data. There is a need to be mindful of those who are naive to the potential problems without denying them the wonderful opportunities. The Internet is Like a Puddle describes ways to stay safe and enjoy learning and chatting time on the Internet and to keep life balanced.
Other Books in the Series:
The playground is like the jungle
Author Bio:
Shona Innes is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist. Since the 1980s she have been helping children, teens, adults and other psychologists to deal with challenges that come their way.
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A compassionate book which will help many children come to terms with their grief at parental separation. Written by an accredited grief counseller and educator. *A book about children’s grief after separation and divorce* "A moving, compassionate and beautifully illustrated book…the simplicity of language used and the powerful colour and clarity of the illustrations is symbolic of an underlying truth – that pain faced boldly in the light of day eventually loses some of its ferocious intensity …its message has the power to touch us all." *- Dianne Mc Kissock OAM, relationship... More info
A book to encourage a growth mindset of resilience, persistence, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-esteem. An interactive book that provides simple tasks to help kids develop resilience, persistence, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-esteem. Help the kids in your care discover not only their new superpowers, but an ability to give new challenges a go and to keep on trying! Included: Discussion Questions and extra ideas to boost kids confidence. More info