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Pain relief during labour and birth, for people with scoliosis

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124581
Department of Anesthesiology. Vancouver, BC: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2023.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Womens-Scoliosis-Labour.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
This handout is for people that have scoliosis and plan to give birth at BC Women's Hospital. It includes information on pain relief options during labour, for vaginal and cesarean section births.
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Womens-Scoliosis-Labour.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 pages
Subject
Scoliosis. Lordosis
Childbirth
Pain Control
Abstract
This handout is for people that have scoliosis and plan to give birth at BC Women's Hospital. It includes information on pain relief options during labour, for vaginal and cesarean section births.
Notes
Keywords: Pregnancy; childbirth; scoliosis; spinal curve; spinal curvature; curvature of spine; cobb angle
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
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URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog109670
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766
Images
URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl (Punjabi)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123109
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Pun_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Pun
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Pun_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
Punjabi
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Pun
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URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl (Vietnamese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123112
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Vie_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Vie
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Vie_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
Vietnamese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Vie
Images
URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl (Simplified Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123110
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766SCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766SCh
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766SCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
Simplified Chinese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766SCh
Images
URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl (Traditional Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123111
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766TCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766TCh
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766TCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
Traditional Chinese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766TCh
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URLs
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Paw-sitions for comfort

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123688
Health Promotion and Health Literacy Team. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2022.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Paw-sitions-for-Comfort.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Comfort Positions are secure hugging holds that can reduce stress and ensure safety during a painful procedure.; This handout shows four comfort positions that parents and caregivers can use to help their child.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Paw-sitions-for-Comfort.pdf
Alternate Title
Pawsitions [positions] for comfort
Corporate Author
Health Promotion and Health Literacy Team
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
PDF; 1 page
Subject
Pain Control-Complementary Therapies
Abstract
Comfort Positions are secure hugging holds that can reduce stress and ensure safety during a painful procedure.
This handout shows four comfort positions that parents and caregivers can use to help their child.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Intranasal dexmedetomidine for sedation: Information sheet

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125249
Sedation Clinical Resources. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2024.
URL
https://shop.healthcarebc.ca/phsa/BCWH_2/Pharmacy,%20Therapeutics%20and%20Nutrition/C-05-14-62958.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Your health-care provider has recommended that your child receive a medication called; dexmedetomidine before their procedure. The medication is also called Precedex. It will help; your child feel comfortable during their procedure. This handout explains how your child will receive this medication,…
  1 url  
URL
https://shop.healthcarebc.ca/phsa/BCWH_2/Pharmacy,%20Therapeutics%20and%20Nutrition/C-05-14-62958.pdf
Corporate Author
Sedation Clinical Resources
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2024
Subject
Sedation
Abstract
Your health-care provider has recommended that your child receive a medication called
dexmedetomidine before their procedure. The medication is also called Precedex. It will help
your child feel comfortable during their procedure. This handout explains how your child will receive this medication, and common effects.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Understanding food allergies

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122533
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 470 REN 2020
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Comic book featuring Medikidz, superhero experts on health and illness. Explains what happens inside the body during an allergic reaction, and gives tips on living well with a food allergy.; Ages 7-12
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Medikidz USA Inc.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Subject
Food Allergies
Abstract
Comic book featuring Medikidz, superhero experts on health and illness. Explains what happens inside the body during an allergic reaction, and gives tips on living well with a food allergy.
Ages 7-12
ISBN
9781644551622
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 470 REN 2020

Copies

copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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Limb reconstruction

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113230
Orthopaedic Clinic. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1310_LimbReconstruction.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1310
This booklet explains what to expect, and how to care for your child after limb reconstruction surgery. You will learn about:; -What to expect during your hospital stay;; - How to clean and care for the pin sites;; - Lengthening the limb;; - Movement, exercise, and physiotherapy;; - Managing pain; …
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1310_LimbReconstruction.pdf
Corporate Author
Orthopaedic Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF: 12 p.
Subject
Physiology
Surgery
Abstract
This booklet explains what to expect, and how to care for your child after limb reconstruction surgery. You will learn about:
-What to expect during your hospital stay;
- How to clean and care for the pin sites;
- Lengthening the limb;
- Movement, exercise, and physiotherapy;
- Managing pain; and
- Removing the frame.
Please contact the Orthopedic clinic with any questions.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1310
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URLs
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Pain relief in labour

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112556
Department of Anesthesiology. Vancouver, BC: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2023.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW923_PainReliefInLabour.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW923
Learn about how you can manage your pain during early labour, and active labour. This handout explains the benefits and limitations of comfort measures, like touch and position. It also details benefits, risks and potential side effects of medical pain relief measures, like epidurals.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW923_PainReliefInLabour.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
PDF file: 7 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Pain Control-Complementary Therapies
Abstract
Learn about how you can manage your pain during early labour, and active labour. This handout explains the benefits and limitations of comfort measures, like touch and position. It also details benefits, risks and potential side effects of medical pain relief measures, like epidurals.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW923
Images
URLs
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Birthing balls: Using exercise balls for labour and after your baby is born

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111026
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2020.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW721_BirthingBalls.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW721
Pamphlet describing how to use a birthing ball safely during pregnancy. It also provides information on how to use the birthing ball after the baby is born - for both you and your baby, and how to keep the ball in good repair.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW721_BirthingBalls.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
PDF file
Subject
Prenatal Care-Fitness
Exercise Warm-Up. Stretching
Postnatal Care
Abstract
Pamphlet describing how to use a birthing ball safely during pregnancy. It also provides information on how to use the birthing ball after the baby is born - for both you and your baby, and how to keep the ball in good repair.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW721
Images
URLs
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Bone marrow and blood stem cell transplants : A guide for patients and their loved ones

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122751
Stewart, Susan K., Bendell, Norm (Illustrator). Highland Park, IL: BMTinfonet.org , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FC 503 STE 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
A comprehensive and easy-to-read book that's a must for patients considering a transplant using donor bone marrow, blood stem cells or cord blood. The book explains what to expect before, during and after a transplant and includes the perspective of patients and caregivers as well.
Author
Stewart, Susan K.
Bendell, Norm (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Highland Park, IL
Publisher
BMTinfonet.org
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
242 pages
Subject
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Abstract
A comprehensive and easy-to-read book that's a must for patients considering a transplant using donor bone marrow, blood stem cells or cord blood. The book explains what to expect before, during and after a transplant and includes the perspective of patients and caregivers as well.
ISBN
9781733726856
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FC 503 STE 2020

Copies

copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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Help your child manage medical & surgical procedures

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123689
Health Promotion and Health Literacy Team. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2022.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Helping-your-Child-Manage-Procedures.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
These suggestions can help you and your child manage stress before, during, and after their; procedure.; Some children may need to talk about the procedure and their coping plan several times. Other children just need to prepare once.; You know your child best. Please adapt these suggestions to sui…
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Helping-your-Child-Manage-Procedures.pdf
Alternate Title
Help your child manage medical and surgical procedures
Corporate Author
Health Promotion and Health Literacy Team
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
PDF; 2 pages
Subject
Pain Control-Complementary Therapies
Pain Control
Abstract
These suggestions can help you and your child manage stress before, during, and after their
procedure.
Some children may need to talk about the procedure and their coping plan several times. Other children just need to prepare once.
You know your child best. Please adapt these suggestions to suit your child?s age, interests, and personality.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Remifentanil Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) for labour

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123069
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_RemifentanilPCA.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Remifentanil is a short-acting pain relief medication that may be used during labour. Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) is pain medication that the patient controls, using a button. Remifentanil PCA is usually used by patients who either cannot have an epidural or prefer not to have one. This hand…
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_RemifentanilPCA.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Remifentanil is a short-acting pain relief medication that may be used during labour. Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) is pain medication that the patient controls, using a button. Remifentanil PCA is usually used by patients who either cannot have an epidural or prefer not to have one. This handout explains why your pain control doctor might recommend Remifentanil. It also includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Images
URLs
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I know you're lying

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124144
Benedis-Grab, Daphne. New York, NY: Scholastic , 2022.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 850 BEN 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This twisty middle school thriller is One of Us is Lying meets Pretty Little Liars for young readers.; There's been a theft at the middle school! Sasha's bag has been stolen from her locker.; The security cameras on the school's front entrance captured four students entering the building early. Pre…
Alternate Title
I know you are lying
Author
Benedis-Grab, Daphne
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Scholastic
Publication Date
2022
Subject
Child Social Behaviour
Abstract
This twisty middle school thriller is One of Us is Lying meets Pretty Little Liars for young readers.
There's been a theft at the middle school! Sasha's bag has been stolen from her locker.
The security cameras on the school's front entrance captured four students entering the building early. Present at the time of the crime, Maddie, Jack, Nora, and Henry become top suspects. Each of them has a reason to dislike Sasha. Each has something to hide. But which of them is responsible for the break-in? And can they figure out who the thief is before Sasha gets her revenge... on all of them.
Set during a single day of school, this is a gripping, twisty read about what happens when bullying goes too far, written by Daphne Benedis-Grab, author of I Know Your Secret.
ISBN
9781338793987
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 850 BEN 2022

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The hospital: The inside story

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123773
Nworta, Christle, Hsu, Ginnie. London, UK: Neon Squid , 2022.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR JB 200 NWO 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
It's another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this nonfiction story for kids.; This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr. Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the…
Author
Nworta, Christle
Hsu, Ginnie
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Neon Squid
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
Hardcover; 64 pages
Subject
Hospitals (general works)
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
It's another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this nonfiction story for kids.
This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr. Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the incredible people who keep you healthy, from surgeons to mental health therapists. Dr. Nwora also explains the science behind how things work, from X-rays to operating theaters.
Set over the course of one day, you?ll follow different patients through their trip to the hospital, including:
- A couple having a new baby
- A boy getting a cast for his broken arm
- A woman on her way to have an operation
As you turn the pages of this book, illustrated by Ginnie Hsu, marvel at the way hospital staff work together―see who prepares the food in the cafeteria, what goes on in the laundry room, and what doctors chat about during their coffee break.
Once you've read this book you'll realize hospitals are full of heroes!
Notes
For ages 6 - 10.
ISBN
9781684492046
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR JB 200 NWO 2022

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Executive functioning workbook for kids: A fun adventure with Bora the Space Cat to learn how to plan, prioritize, and set goals in everyday life

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124612
Pan, Roy D., Plazas, Valentina [illustrator]. Edchieve, LLC , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 710 PAN 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
The first EVER storyline executive functioning workbook that your child will love while learning for ages 9 to 12.; Say goodbye to the days you have to force your child to learn!; This captivating workbook is an excellent teaching tool for parents with children who cannot sit through mundane workbo…
Author
Pan, Roy D.
Plazas, Valentina [illustrator]
Publisher
Edchieve, LLC
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Softcover; 88 pages
Subject
Children's Psychological Development
Children-Self Help
Abstract
The first EVER storyline executive functioning workbook that your child will love while learning for ages 9 to 12.
Say goodbye to the days you have to force your child to learn!
This captivating workbook is an excellent teaching tool for parents with children who cannot sit through mundane workbooks. Working through our original storyline together, your child will learn how to plan and prioritize by helping cute characters with their problems during a fun space adventure.
The exercises in this book will teach your child how to:
- Make to-do lists and never forget a task
- Make checklists and always remember things for school, trips, and activities
- Be on time and never miss an important event
- Identify goals and have a great purpose in life
- Break down goals into smaller steps to get started on their dreams right away
- Use a calendar to manage time and stay on track
- Identify which tasks are more important, so they become ultra-efficient
Notes
SUBJECT: Executive function
ISBN
9798986349305
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 710 PAN 2022

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The dream machine

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125120
Amarante, Candace, Reed, Dave (Illust.), Tsimicalis, Argerie (Ed.). Canada: Tellwell Talent , 2022.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GI 365 AMA 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Ashling has broken her bones one hundred times. She was born with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare bone disorder, which makes her bones very fragile and brittle. Because of her condition, Ashling is in chronic pain and is often hospitalized.; Sixteen-year-old Ashling witnesses her eight-year-ol…
Author
Amarante, Candace
Reed, Dave (Illust.)
Tsimicalis, Argerie (Ed.)
Place of Publication
Canada
Publisher
Tellwell Talent
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
Softcover, 126 pages
Subject
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Abstract
Ashling has broken her bones one hundred times. She was born with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare bone disorder, which makes her bones very fragile and brittle. Because of her condition, Ashling is in chronic pain and is often hospitalized.
Sixteen-year-old Ashling witnesses her eight-year-old sister, Skylar, fall and break her leg during ski practice. For the first time, Skylar experiences what Ashling goes through on a regular basis. Ashling helps Skylar deal with her pain the same way she usually does: by using her dream machine, a machine that conjures up stories of imaginary worlds to distract her from pain.
"Skylar: the rainbow seeker" is a riveting tale of rainbows, a talking mole, a wily fox and a sport-shoe crazed leprechaun, through which Ashling not only distracts her sister but also cleverly reveals a sad truth: because of her injury, Skylar will be unable to ski for the rest of the season nor accept a sponsorship from one of the biggest alpine ski companies to participate in an exclusive summer ski camp.
ISBN
9780228846529
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GI 365 AMA 2022

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