Feelings & Growth
Books are a wonderful medium for helping us talk about things that are hard or confusing. They can do the heavy lifting and offer us a space to reflect and talk about a topic or idea without having to come up with all the words ourselves. Writers work hard to construct books that share ideas clearly, so why not let the book do some of the work?
We all have feelings and experiences during development, that are hard to navigate and the books in this section have been written to help young people think these things through. Reflecting on a character's journey and comparing it to our own can really help us build resilience and give us the words and skills required to deal with the ups and downs of life.
A First Look at: Bullying: Stop Picking on Me by Pat Thomas
$16.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth | Series: A\First Look At Ser.
Stop Picking On Me looks at the causes and the effects of both physical and verbal bullying and encourages communication of fears and worries to those that can help.The superb A First Look At series consists of a number of reassuring picturebooks that give advice and promote interaction between children ...Show more
When Jelly Had a Wobble by Michelle Robinson
$18.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
‘Wibble wobble, wibble wobble, Jelly on a plate.’ When Jelly is entered into the ‘Best Food Competition’, it makes him wobble with worry. Everyone loves chicken nuggets and pizza, but does everyone love jelly? Suddenly, he’s filled with self-doubt. Thankfully, Jelly’s friends are there to help—and to re ...Show more
No! Never! by Libby Hathorn, Lisa Hathorn-Jarman
$24.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
A cautionary tale about a little girl who drives her parents up the wall when she starts answering 'No! Never!' to all their requests - and what happens when the tables are turned on her.There was a child,The sweetest ever,Until she learned these words:'NO! NEVER!'Georgie is a sweet little girl who alwa ...Show more
Woo Hoo! You're Doing Great! by Sandra Boynton
$29.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
Bestselling, beloved author Sandra Boynton--and a very exuberant chicken!--have an important message to share in this inspiring and highly giftable all-ages picture book for every life milestone! Whether you are learning to skate, baking a cake, or even making a mistake, this hilarious and heartfelt rhy ...Show more
Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care (HB) by Ali Rutstein
$22.99 AUD
Category: Kid's Reading Guide 2023 | Series: Preschool Problems Ser.
Mum says it's the first day of day care, but Ravi's dressed up as his favourite insect, and he is quite certain that ladybirds do not go to day care. In fact, this ladybird would rather stay home and eat aphids, thank you very much!Can an anxious and unsure Ravi find the bravery he needs to take flight? ...Show more
Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It) A Story About Consent by Carrie Finison
$14.99 AUD
Category: Picture Books
A fun picture book to encourage conversations about consent and setting boundaries. Meet Doug. Doug doesn't like hugs. He thinks they're too squeezy, too squashy, too squooshy, too smooshy. However, Doug is a master of high fives (and low fives and side fives). Some people like hugs, other people don' ...Show more
Respect : Consent , Boundaries and Being in Charge of YOU by Rachel Brian
$16.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
From the co-creator of the viral 'Tea Consent' video, this is the perfect introduction to consent for kids and families everywhere. Your body belongs to you and you get to set your own rules, so that you may have boundaries for different people and sometimes they might change. Like when you hi-five you ...Show more
Guy Talk: The Ultimate Boy's Body Book with Stuff Guys Need to Know while Growing Up Great! by Editors of Cider Mill Press
$24.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
Guy Talk is the must-have advice book for boys navigating all things puberty and growing up great! This easy to read, diverse guide is illustrated for better understanding and includes bodies of all shapes, abilities, and sizes. With Guy Talk, get the answers to the questions you don’t know who to ask ...Show more
Feel Better, Daddy: A Story about Empathy (Bright Start) by Nancy Loewen
$17.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth | Series: Bright Start
Oh no, Daddy's nose is red and his eyes are sleepy, he isn't well! I'll be Daddy today and make him all better! Taking care of Daddy is part of Bright Start; a touching new series of board books which combines sweet stories with charming illustrations to nurture emotional intelligence. With parental gu ...Show more
The Goodbye Book by Todd Parr
$29.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth | Reading Level: Children's - Kindergarten, Age 5-6
From bestselling author Todd Parr, a poignant and reassuring story about loss. Through the lens of a pet fish who has lost his companion, Todd Parr tells a moving and wholly accessible story about saying goodbye. Touching upon the host of emotions children experience, Todd reminds readers that it's okay ...Show more
The Kindness Book by Todd Parr
$24.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth
With his trademark bright colours and bold lines, Todd Parr takes on a topic more important than ever: being kind to each other. This idea is both a perfect fit for Todd's cheerful, child-friendly positivity and incredibly close to Todd's own heart. No matter what other people choose to do, you can alwa ...Show more
Cheetah Learns to Play Nicely (Behaviour Matters) by Sue Graves
$15.99 AUD
Category: Feelings & Growth | Series: Behaviour Matters
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to what fair play is, and help them understand the importance of being a good sport. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children fully understand how their behaviour can impact ...Show more