Alternate Title

It's totally normal!

Author

Mehta, Monica Gupta

Mehta, Asha Lily

Fisher, Fox (illustrator)

Place of Publication

London, UK and Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Softcover; 206 pages

Subject

Sex Education

Young Adults-Gender Identity & Expression

Sexual Abuse-Prevention

Abstract

Mother and teen duo Monica and Asha Mehta work together to answer your most pressing questions. Forget the penis-in-vagina basics - this is a queer friendly guide that'll have you rethinking the very definition of sex. Combining expert advice with the personal experiences of teens all over the world, prepare to plunge into the topics they don't cover in sex ed. Masturbation, pornography, fetishes - if you're not afraid to ask, they're not afraid to answer.

Contents:

- "I love puberty!" (said no one, ever)

- Sex (only your teachers call it "intercourse")

- Yes, yes, yes (understanding consent)

- Safer sex (it doesn't kill the mood)

- Gender (hint: there are more than two)

- Sexuality (born this way)

- LGBTQIA+ and allies (it's not just a phase)

- Relationships (they don't exist in a bubble)

ISBN

9781839973550

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH GA 110 MEH 2023

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Author

Wohlleben, Peter

Wuthrich, Belle [ill.]

Billinghurst, Jane [trans.]

Place of Publication

Vancouver, BC

Publisher

Greystone Books

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Hardcover; 84 pages

Subject

Children's Health Promotion

Abstract

You might think cities are the last place to find nature. But nature is actually right outside your door - you just need to know where to look. From the roofs of apartments to parking lots, cities are bursting with plants and animals.

In this fascinating and interactive guide, kids will learn about how birds build their nests on bridges, where salamanders and toads hide, and how plants push through sidewalk cracks. Alongside these awe-inspiring facts, Peter shares engaging, science-based activities, including how to:

- Identify animal sounds

- Raise a slime mold

- Make your own compass

- Collect plants to start your own herbarium

- See shooting stars

- And more

Peter also provides information on what animals thrive in cities and which could use our help, as well as tips for staying safe and having fun while embarking on a nature adventure. Perfect for outdoor education, What?s Wild Outside Your Door? equips kids in urban and suburban environments with the knowledge to engage with the natural world around them, and the confidence to go explore.

Recommended for children ages 8-12

Part of the Live-5-2-1-0 collection.

ISBN

9781510764934

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 190 WOH 2023

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Author

Ard, Catherine

McRae, Carla [ill.]

Place of Publication

Berlin, Germany

Publisher

Little Gestalten

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Hardcover; 56 pages

Subject

Children's Health Promotion

Abstract

A book that encourages children to go and play outside and discover what nature has to offer. Leave the house and roam into the nature: It is a fascinating place, waiting to be conquered by little ones with curious minds. Whether in the garden, park, or a nearby forest, a closer look at nature will draw out budding architects, their first constructions built from stones, branches, and leaves; a thorough investigation of trees will reveal all kinds of insects; and listening to the animals around will teach their sounds. Let?s Play Outdoors is for a new generation of environmentally conscious children, showing them how to interact with their surroundings in a meaningful way. The activities suggested inspire independent learning about animals, plants, and the weather, as well as how to look after the world.

Recommended for children ages 5-9

Part of the Live-5-2-1-0 collection.

ISBN

9783899558432

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 190 ARD 2020

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Author

Young, Karen

Dovidonyte, Norvile (ill.)

Place of Publication

Brisbane, AU

Publisher

Hey Sigmund Publishing

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Softcover; unnumbered pages

Subject

Emotional Health

Abstract

All feelings are important - the magical, the messy, and the in-between. Sometimes though, big feelings can have us behaving in ways that aren't so, let's say... shiny. This happens to all of us. The more young people understand how and why, the more they can build the capacity to feel their feelings and manage them in positive ways.

ISBN

9780994590602

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 200 YOU 2023

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Author

Methot, Suzanne

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

ECW Press

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Paperback; 255 pages

Subject

Trauma

Trauma Survivors

Indigenous Health

Family

Abstract

Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how trauma alters an individual's brain, body, and behavior. It explores how learned patterns of behavior - the ways people adapt to trauma to survive - are passed down within family systems, thereby affecting the functioning of entire communities. The book foregrounds Indigenous resilience through song lyrics and as-told-to stories by young people who have started their own journeys of decolonization, healing, and change. It also details the transformative work being done in urban and on-reserve communities through community-led projects and Indigenous-run institutions and community agencies. These stories offer concrete examples of the ways in which Indigenous peoples and communities are capable of healing in small and big ways - and they challenge readers to consider what the dominant society must do to create systemic change.

ISBN

9781770417243

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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Author

Lindstrom, Carole

Littlebird, Steph (ill.)

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Abram Books for Young Readers

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Hardcover; 48

Subject

Self Concept (includes self-esteem)

Indigenous Health

Family

Trauma Survivors

Abstract

Mom never had long hair - she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn't have long hair - hers was taken from her. But one young girl can't wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her.

ISBN

9781419759437

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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Author

Snel, Eline

Hills, Christiana

Boutavant, Marc

Edition

First U.S. edition

Place of Publication

Boulder, CO

Publisher

Shambhala

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Paperback: 137 pages

Subject

Meditation

Children-Mental Health

Mind/Body

Abstract

In The Little Frog Awakes, Eline Snel offers parents of young children advice and tools for responding mindfully and effectively in the moment. These skills help us regain trust in ourselves and in the integral wholeness of our kids. And when we make mindfulness practice a part of daily life, it gives our children a powerful message on how to recognize, name, and deal with emotions and situations.

This practical guide will help you to:

*connect with and respond mindfully to your own feelings as they arise

*cultivate compassion for yourself as a parent or caregiver through meditations and breathing practices

*encourage serenity, self-confidence, and emotional regulation in your children, through stories and activities

*strengthen your bond with your kids and help all of you manage stress

*be more fully present with your children, and more able to give them your undivided attention

*embrace imperfection and focus on the things that really matter

*and more

The book and the accompanying audio include activities, practices, and stories for both you and for your toddler that cultivate mindful moments and action, and self-compassion.

ISBN

9781611809459

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

EG 220 SNE 2022

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Author

Huebner, Dawn

Stevens, Liza [ill.]

Place of Publication

London

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover : 77 pages

Series

Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears

Subject

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Psychosomatics. Hypochondria

Abstract

Thinking about our body's functions can be scary, especially when it morphs into Health Anxiety that gets in the way of everyday life. This book teaches 4 steps to manage 'false alarm' fears. Fun Facts about the body engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and a supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.

Notes

For ages 6 to 10.

ISBN

9781787759282

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 HUE 2022

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Author

Muggleton, Joshua

Attwood, Tony (contributor)

Place of Publication

London, UK and Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; 288 pages

Subject

Developmental Disability

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

Parenting isn't easy, and parenting a child with a Global Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability, or Autism can be challenging. However, a lot of parenting strategies are straightforward once you get your head around them. With the right knowledge, environment, interactions, responses and understanding, you can help reduce your child's anxiety, build their confidence, and help them develop learning and communication skills.

Dr Joshua Muggleton provides a comprehensive, step-by-step parenting plan that will support you to embed good practice at home from day one. These strategies are designed to work across all neurodevelopmental conditions, and take into account co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, meaning none of the advice in the book requires your child to have a specific diagnosis. Also included are downloadable examples of charts, how-to guides for creating visual resources tailored to your child's individual needs, and bonus downloadable chapters on sleep and siblings.[See introduction for link.]

ISBN

9781787759978

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 270 MUG 2022

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Author

Raby, Meg

Pallmer, Elisa [ill.]

Place of Publication

Layton, UT

Publisher

Gibbs Smith

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Hardcover; no pagination

Subject

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Sibling Relationships

Siblings of Children with Disabilities

Abstract

This engaging picture book shows how two little crow siblings - one of them on the autism spectrum - deal with the different sensory experiences they encounter at a friend?s birthday party.

Piper and her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum, are excited to attend a birthday party for their friend Ruthie. In kid-friendly language, Piper explains the accommodations Otto and Ruthie, who is also autistic, need in order to feel safe and secure in a stimulating new environment, such as wearing headphones to keep distracting noises muffled. The book provides explanations for Otto?s differences in easy-to-understand language and highlights that Otto desires fun, comfort, and love - just like his peers.

ISBN

9781423661412

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 272 RAB 2022

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Author

Mannix, Darlene

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

San Francisco, CA

Publisher

Jossey-Bass

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover: 444 p.; ill.

Subject

Social Behaviour (includes boundaries)

Relationships

Social Skills

Learning Differences. Learning Disabilities

Abstract

In the newly revised Third Edition of Life Skills Activities for Secondary Students with Special Needs, teacher and author Darlene Mannix delivers a unique collection of over 160 updated activity sheets with related exercises, discussion questions, and evaluation suggestions to help students gain basic skills necessary for independence and success. Each activity sheet focuses on a specific skill in a real-world context and includes teacher directions for objectives, introduction, optional extension activities, and assessment methods. This crucial book includes:

-Activity sheets and corresponding introductions in a wide variety of critical life skills such as interpersonal, communication, academic and school, practical living, and more

-Coverage of leisure activities and the importance of finding fulfilling hobbies and pastimes

-Tools to help students build their self awareness and understand their strengths and weaknesses

Perfect for special educators, general education teachers, school counselors, and psychologists, Life Skills Activities for Secondary Students with Special Needs will also earn a place in the libraries of other professionals working with special needs children, as well as the parents of those children.

ISBN

9781119827429

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CF 110 MAN 2022

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Author

Allen, Vanessa Green

Rebar, Sarah [ill.]

Place of Publication

Emeryville, CA

Publisher

Rockridge Press

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover : 108 pages

Subject

Mental Health

Emotional Health

Abstract

Sometimes, emotions like anger or jealousy or excitement can seem too big to keep inside. Me and My Feelings is here to teach kids that it?s okay to have big feelings! They will learn how to calm down those strong emotions so they don?t feel overwhelmed and can continue to take on the world.

This book gives kids the skills to stay in control - by breathing deeply, saying positive things to themselves, talking about their feelings instead of keeping them inside, and more. Help young girls and boys learn to deal with all kinds of feelings, including the hard ones like sadness, anxiety, or even fear.

Inside Me and My Feelings, you?ll find:

- TANGIBLE IDEAS THAT HELP: This book is packed with informative ways to help kids handle their feelings. They can use the exercises to see which tips, tricks, and habits work best for them.

- QUIZZES & ACTIVITIES: Kids can get to know themselves with quizzes like 'Do My Emotions Rule Me?,' along with other fun exercises and activities created especially for kids ages 7-10.

- EMPATHY FOR THE EMOTIONS OF OTHERS: When kids understand their own emotions and feelings, they can also empathize with other people?s feelings - like their family and friends.

With Me and My Feelings, the next time big feelings get too big - kids will know just what to do!

Notes

For ages 7 to 10

ISBN

9781641524964

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 720 ALL 2019

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Author

Silverberg, Cory

Smyth, Fiona [ill.]

Publisher

Seven Stories Press

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; 432 pages

Subject

Sexuality

Social Behaviour (includes boundaries)

Friendship

Dating

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues

Pregnancy/Childbirth (general works). Obstetrics

Young Adults-Hygiene

Young Adults-Physical Development

Young Adults-Social Behaviour

Young Adults-Emotions

Abstract

You Know, Sex is the first thoroughly modern sex education book for every body, covering not only the big three of puberty?hormones, reproduction, and development?but also power, pleasure, and how to be a decent human being.

Centering young people?s experiences of pressures and joy, risk and reward, and confusion and discovery, there are chapters on body autonomy, gender, consent, pornography, masturbation, stigma, boundaries, harassment,

trauma, and a lot more.

The puberty, anatomy, and reproduction chapters include trans, nonbinary, and intersex bodies and experience, and all of it takes place in our contemporary, media-saturated world (aka, there?s lots of smart phones and social media).

Racially and ethnically diverse, inclusive of cross-disability experience, You Know, Sex is a book for every kind of young person and every kind of family?essential for kids, everyone who knows a kid, and anyone who has ever been a kid.

ISBN

9781644210802

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH GA 100 SIL 2022

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Author

Zauzmer, Jan

Douglas, Corlette [ill.]

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

The Experiment

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Hardcover

Subject

Children's Health - Injections

Abstract

A shot can be a little frightening-but it's quick, as quick as lightning!

When Maxine tells her pets, "Let's get to the vet!"

Scott does not want a shot.

Jervis is nervous, Franky is cranky, Biffy is iffy, and Cary is wary.

Can Maxine help her critters get over their jitters . . . ?

Perfect for any child afraid of shots or needles, this rhyming book in free meter is a "must-read-aloud"! Spunky Maxine takes charge of her vaccine fears with a playful game of pretend: Her adorable stuffed animals are the patients, and Dad steps in as the "vet."

Just in time for the kids' covid vaccine-and relevant to any pediatric shot-Maxine's Critters Get the Vaccine Jitters will delight children ages 5 and under who face this understandable fear. No need to be grouchy about this little ouchy!

ISBN

9781615198382

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 225 ZAU 2022

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Author

Kranowitz, Carol Stock

Edition

3rd edition

Place of Publication

[Place of publication not identified]

Publisher

Penguin Random house

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; 383 pages

Subject

Sensory Processing Challenges

Abstract

Does your child exhibit...

Over-responsivity - or under-responsivity - to touch or movement? A child with SPD may be a "sensory avoider," withdrawing from touch, refusing to wear certain clothing, avoiding active games - or he may be a "sensory disregarder,' needing a jump start to get moving.

Over-responsivity - or under-responsivity - to sounds, sights taste, or smell? She may cover her ears or eyes, be a picky eater, or seem oblivious to sensory cues.

Cravings for sensation? The "sensory craver" never gets enough of certain sensations, e.g., messy play, spicy food, noisy action, and perpetual movement.

Poor sensory discrimination? She may not sense the difference between objects or experiences - unaware of what she's holding unless she looks, and unable to sense when she's falling or how to catch herself.

Unusually high or low activity level? The child may be constantly on the go - wearing out everyone around him - or move slowly and tire easily, showing little interest in the world.

Problems with posture or motor coordination? He may slouch, move awkwardly, seem careless or accident-prone.

These are often the first clues to Sensory Processing Difference - a common but frequently misdiagnosed problem in which the central nervous system misinterprets messages from the senses. The Out-of-Sync Child offers comprehensive, clear information for parents and professionals - and a drug-free treatment approach for children.

This revised edition includes expanded information about SPD "look-alikes," including Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and autism; about diagnosis and treatments; and about other topics.

ISBN

9780593419410

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 100.6 KRA 2022

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Alternate Title

NowMaps Jr.

Author

Siegel, Daniel J.

Place of Publication

Eau Claire, WI

Publisher

PESI Publishing

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Hardcover; 55 pages

Subject

Emotional Health

Mindfulness

Abstract

Written by world-renowned neuropsychiatrist and co-author of The Whole-Brain Child, Dr. Dan Siegel, NowMaps Jr. is a delightful rhyming story that introduces kids to the neuroscience of early childhood social-emotional learning in a captivating, interactive way! Kids ages 3-6 will love this beautifully illustrated choose-your-own adventure book that whisks them off to distant lands - including a jungle, a desert, and a pirate ship - as they learn about their thoughts, feelings, and sensory experiences.

ISBN

9781683735328

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 200 SIE 2022

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Author

Deal, Laura

Pedersen, Emma (ill.)

Place of Publication

Iqaluit, NU

Publisher

Inhabit Media Inc.

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Hardcover; 28 pages

Subject

Emotional Health

Mindfulness

Abstract

A child makes their way along the Arctic shoreline on a dark day. Everything around them seems as ugly as their mood, from the weather to the fish and mud. This is the place they come to whenever they feel ugly.

But as the child closes their eyes and listens, the sound of the waves reminds them to breathe. The tiny krill flick their tails, and the brightly coloured sea stars seem to glow. What they once saw as an ugly landscape is now wonderful and vibrant, and alive with music and beauty.

Building on concepts of social-emotional awareness, this book helps young readers see that they have the ability to control their own emotions.

ISBN

9781772274325

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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Author

Harris, Robie H.

Emberley, Michael (Illustrator)

Place of Publication

Cambridge, MA

Publisher

Candlewick Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

paperback, 128 pages

Subject

Sex Education

Sexual Health

Puberty

Child Sexual Behaviour

Young Adults Sexuality

Abstract

With more than 1.5 million copies in print, It?s Perfectly Normal has been a trusted resource on sexuality for more than twenty-five years. Rigorously vetted by experts, this is the most ambitiously updated edition yet, featuring to-the-minute information and language accompanied by new and refreshed art.

ISBN

9781536207200

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GA 100 HAR 2021

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Editor

Sharman, Zena

Publisher

Arsenal Pulp Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

351 p.

Subject

Transgender

Homosexuality(Gay, Lesbian Health Issues)

Abstract

What if you could trust in getting the health care you need in ways that felt good and helped you thrive? What if the health system honoured and valued queer and trans people''s lives, bodies, and expertise? What if LGBTQ+ communities led and organized our own health care as a form of mutual aid? What if every aspect of our health care was rooted in a commitment to our healing, pleasure, and liberation?

LGBTQ+ health care doesn't look like this today, but it could. This is the care we dream of.

The Care We Dream Of is not quite an essay collection, and not quite an anthology. Instead, it's a hybrid kind of book that weaves together the author's [sic] essays on topics like queering health and healing, transforming the health system, kinship, aging, and death, alongside stories, poetry and non-fiction pieces by Alexander McClelland and Zoe Dodd, Blyth Barnow, Carly Boyce, jaye simpson, Jillian Christmas, Joshua Wales, Kai Cheng Thom, Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha, and Sand C. Chang. The book also includes interviews with activists, health care workers and researchers whose work offers insights into what liberatory and transformative approaches to LGBTQ+ health can look like in practice. Interviewees include Anita "Durt" O'Shea (of St. James Infirmary), Dawn Serra, Hannah Kia, Ronica Mukerjee, and Sean Saifa Wall.

ISBN

9781551528601

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GL 716 SHA 2021

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Author

Reynolds, Kate E.

Powell, Jonathan (Ill.)

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Hardcover : 40 pages

Subject

Sex Education

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

This carefully written and illustrated book provides an explanation of sex for people with autism and special education needs and disabilities (SEND). It helps readers to understand the physical processes as well as important issues such as consent and sexual safety, helping them to develop positive relationships.

Many people with autism and SEND have or will have intimate relationships. Often sex is alluded to, rather than being carefully explored. This can create confusion around consent, sexual health, and pregnancy, and cause people to turn to dubious online information. This book frankly explains sex so that the reader has a clear understanding of what constitutes sex, knowledge of the proper names for sexual organs and sexual activities, and is aware of the potential physical consequences of having sex.

ISBN

9781787759374

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GK 110 REY 2021

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