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THE POND

– Book by Nicola Davies and Cathy Fisher –

By LuLu

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  THE POND Author: Nicola Davies Illustrator: Cathy Fisher BUY – The Pond Processing loss is something that we all come to know. A favourite toy, a pet or someone we care about. There are occasions in a child’s life when a book may help to accept and adjust to a particular situation. Such a book may create a climate in which emotion can be expressed, and this is infinitely more important than ‘understanding’. How can anyone, adult or child, […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, BELIEFS, Book Review, Cathy Fisher, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, Nicola Davies, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, SEPARATION ANXIETY, SERIOUS ILLNESS IN THE FAMILY, Uncategorized

A SMALL SONG – CELESTINE AND THE HARE

– Book by Karin Celestine –

By LuLu

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  A Small Song – Celestine and the Hare Author and Images: Karin Celestine (Felt artist) BUY – A Small Song Share This Book

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, ADOPTION, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, DRAWING & ART, EXTENDED FAMILIES, INTERACTIVE, Karin Celestine, MUSIC & SINGING, SEPARATION ANXIETY, Uncategorized

CATCHING DREAMS – CELESTINE AND THE HARE

– Book by Karin Celestine –

By LuLu

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  Catching Dreams – Celestine and the Hare Author and Illustrator: Karin Celestine From the fibrous felt animal world of Celestine and the Hare comes another beautifully crafted story for your little ones. Catching Dreams is a gentle read, a story about separation anxiety, bad dreams and the answers we lovingly give to little ones when they are fearful. Share the crafty solution with Small and Baby Weasus as they show you how to make your own dream catcher at […]

Filed Under: 3+ Age Group, 5+ Age Group, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, ADOPTION, BEDTIME, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, EXTENDED FAMILIES, FEARS, INTERACTIVE, Karin Celestine, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, SEPARATION ANXIETY

THROUGH THE EYES OF ME

– Book by Jon Roberts and Hannah Rounding –

By LuLu

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  Through The Eyes Of Me Author: John Roberts Illustrator: Hannah Rounding A gentle little introduction into the world of autism through the eyes of 4 year old Kya. Understanding behaviors and learning to appreciating how thoughts and feelings are expressed by kids on the autism spectrum can make it easier for children to connect and accept their peers. This lovely tribute to the author’s daughter, shows us many of the things Kya finds engrossing, settling or fun. It also […]

Filed Under: 3+ Age Group, 5+ Age Group, A BOOKS FOR PARENTS, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, COMMUNITY, Hannah Rounding, Jon Roberts, LEARNING DISABILITES, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, Uncategorized

PERFECT

– Book by Nicola Davies and Cathy Fisher –

By LuLu

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  Perfect Author: Nicola Davies Illustrator: Cathy Fisher Perfect is a very special book which opens up the subject of disability for young readers. A pure and evocative story about a child’s struggle with expectations, disappointment, understanding and acceptance. It most certainly took my breath away with its powerful imagery and masterful illustrations. Children may find this story helpful, especially those who have had a similar experience, accepting or connecting with a child or sibling with a disability. Perfect for […]

Filed Under: 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books, 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A BOOKS FOR PARENTS, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Book Review, Cathy Fisher, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, FEARS, Nicola Davies, PHYSICAL DISABILITES, Uncategorized

AZZI IN BETWEEN

– Book by Sarah Garland –

By LuLu

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  Azzi In Between Author and Illustrator: Sarah Garland To leave your home, your grandma, your friends and everything you own without warning, what would that be like? This child’s powerful and heart-warming story of her family’s flight, escaping as refugees in the night, inspires compassion and offers comprehension of things both strange and complex. Azzi lives what most kids would call a normal kind of life. She goes to school, friends come over to play, her dad’s a doctor, […]

Filed Under: 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, BEING DIFFERENT AND SELF-ESTEEM, Book Review, COMMUNITY, FREEDOM, MULTICULTURAL, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, Sarah Garland, Sarah Garland, Uncategorized

Bedtime Relaxation

– Audio recording by Learning Stories –

By LuLu

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  Bedtime Relaxation Audio Recording: Learning Stories BUY – Bedtime Relaxation Fantastic for long flights, day naps and as a bedtime routine builder. This beautifully crafted 20 minute guided audio story for children is a powerful tool for all parents! Perfect for helping your child to get to sleep, it also develops mindfulness, self-awareness and shows children how to use their breath to relax. Visit their website. Learning Stories Audio Open this realm of relaxation and calmness to your children. […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 7+ Age Group, 7+ Children’s Best Books (5) Star Rating, 9+ Age Group, 9+ Children's Best Books (5) Star Rating, A Audio Books, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, BEDTIME, FREEDOM, INTERACTIVE, Learning Stories, MEDITATION, SAFETY AND PROTECTION, Uncategorized

WHERE IS AUTISM?

– Book by Rowena Monds –

By LuLu

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  Where Is Autism? Author: Rowena Monds Illustrator: Charlotte Giblin BUY – Where Is Autism Rowena is a New Zealand mum who knows first-hand about Autism through her young son. Their experiences together spurred her to write this book and found Autism Thinks. This organisation provides information to assist families, professionals and individuals working and living with Autism. A selection of helpful resources, books and links for adults can be found on the final pages. This friendly children’s book is […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, 9+ Age Group, A BOOKS FOR PARENTS, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, BEING DIFFERENT AND SELF-ESTEEM, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, LEARNING DISABILITES, Rowena Monds, Uncategorized

A MAMA FOR OWEN

– Book by Marion Dane Bauer –

By LuLu

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  A Mama For Owen Author: Marion Dane Bauer Illustrator: John Butler I recently came across this gorgeous book based on the true story of little hippopotamus who was rescued by Kenja Wildlife Service after he and his family were washed down the Sabaki River by a flood and then he alone was washed back to shore by a Tsunami. Owen was less than a year old and hippo calves usually stay with their mums for four years. At a […]

Filed Under: 0-2 Age Group, 0-2 Baby Books (5) Star Rating, 3+ Age Group, 3+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, 5 Star Rating | Best Childrens Books, 5+ Age Group, 5+ Children's Books (5) Star Rating, A ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR, A FAMILY HARMONY, A FEELING SAFE, A OUR BIG WORLD, ADOPTION, Book Review, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, EXTENDED FAMILIES, FRIENDSHIP, John Butler, Marion Dane Bauer, SEPARATION ANXIETY, Uncategorized

TIM TO THE RESCUE

– Book by Edward Ardizzone –

By LuLu

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  Tim To The Rescue Author and Illustrator: Edward Ardizzone Reading: Stephen Fry Little Tim is an adventurous child who longs for a life at sea. Bored by a long morning of self directed sums and lessons, Tim is delighted when a knock at the door brings an invitation from his old friend Captain McFee. Children may be surprised that a boy of his age might be allowed to go to sea at all, but Tim is a child from […]

Filed Under: 5+ Age Group, 7+ Age Group, A FEELING SAFE, A FUNNY BOOKS, A OUR BIG WORLD, Book Review, BULLIES, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Reviews, Edward Ardizzone, HOLIDAYS AND TRAVEL

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