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Search our collection of print books, eBooks, CDs and DVDs, games, and teaching tools on health topics.
Search our collection of print books, eBooks, CDs and DVDs, games, and teaching tools on health topics.
A story that features a chlid who is able to overcome his shyness to help out a friend. Includes a special section that explains the forms of shyness and offers parents an extensive list of specific and practical tips to help their child become more self-confident.
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From debut children's author Vanessa Bayer and illustrator Rosie Butcher, How Do You Care for a Very Sick Bear is a sweet picture book with advice for children and adults for dealing with a sick friend.; When someone dear is dealing with illness, it's difficult to know what to do or say. The actor …
| BC Children's and Women's Family Library | On Loan, due Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | ||
| copy 2 BC Children's and Women's Family Library | On Loan, due Tuesday, May 14, 2024 |
When Natalie's little brother Evan Earl is born prematurely, he's earns the nickname Evan Early. No one can say for sure when Evan will come home from the hospital. To help her with this uncertainty, Natalie's father gives her a calendar to keep track of the days - each day that Natalie colors in i…
| Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library | On Loan, due Monday, March 4, 2024 |
Determined not to let another school day pass without trying to make a friend, Shelli takes small steps toward overcoming her shyness. Includes a note about shyness.
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This illustrated book guides children and their parents through the cognitive-behavioral techniques used to treat negative thinking. Lively metaphors and illustrations help kids see life's hurdles in a new way, while drawing and writing activities help them master skills to get over those hurdles.
| Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library | On Loan, due Friday, May 31, 2024 | ||
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A little girl works through strong feelings and learns how to calm down. "Sometimes things seem hard, and my feelings are really big."; Strong emotions can be overwhelming for young children, and at times they need help identifying and coping with what they're feeling. "I want to feel peaceful. I w…
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It is never too early to teach our kids positive self-talk. Kids feel uncertain about themselves and worry about whether they fit in. Let's stop that from happening before it starts. People are more alike than different and everyone belongs, no matter where they are or what differences they might h…
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Will Max be okay? Of course he will be when he learns this Mindful Mantra. He will be okay if he feels grumpy, or scared or overwhelmed. Chances are, whatever situation is making him feel upset, he will be okay. Help your child or students learn an important concept, that they will be okay even whe…
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Will Reeny try? Of course she will try, when she learns this mindful mantra. She will try a new food, she will try to get in the pool and she will even try to go skateboarding. Come along with Reeny, see what situations she things are too difficult and watch to see if she will try. Help your child …
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This book deals with childhood guilt in a positive way. It looks at feelings when there is a family fight, a divorce, illness, injury or death. The book gives kids support and understanding during a crisis and helps them understand that thoughts do not make bad things happen.
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Are you proud of yourself? Hopefully the answer to that question is yes, but even confident people struggle sometimes. Even when things are hard, even when things go wrong, even when things turn out unexpectedly, kids should be proud of the effort they put in. Emotions are tricky and hard to handle…
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Does your child feel able to do things? Hopefully the answer is yes, but even the most independent children need reminders sometimes. Kids are quite capable when given the chance to do things for themselves, but at the same time, it?s normal to doubt themselves and to wonder if they will be able to…
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Can Sebastien handle his problems? Of course he can, with the help of a mindful mantra. He could try something silly, or he could try something funny. Chances are whatever his problem may be, he can handle it. Help your child learn to deal with difficult emotions along with Sebastien, and provide a…
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Does Elise matter? Of course she does and in so many ways. Throughout the course of a day, Elise realizes she matters in different ways and for many reasons. She matters to her brothers, per parents, and her dog, as well as to the world around her. Help your child learn all the ways they matter alo…
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Peur, colère, tristesse, joie, les émotions de nos enfants nous laissent parfois désemparés. L'auteur les décode, et vous aide à mieux les gérer. A travers des cas pratiques, il met en évidence le ressenti de l'enfant et permet ainsi au parent de mieux se situer et de réagir en connaissance de caus…
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Voici un livre qui va tout t'expliquer sur les émotions: la surprise, la colère, la joie, le dégoût, la tristesse, la jalousie, la peur, la fierté, la honte, la douleur, l'amour... Apprends à les reconnaître, à les exprimer, à les apprivoiser!
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Olivia est très heureuse parce que ses grands-parents ont une grosse surprise pour elle. Est-ce que ce sera la plus belle journée de sa vie?
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La maman de Mathis a attrapé un mauvais rhume et la routine de Mathis est toute chamboulée. Il est inquiet que tout aille de travers. Certaines choses vont mal, mais Mathis apprend à surmonter ses inquiétudes.
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Mia joue dans le bac à sable, mais les choses ne se passent pas comme elle veut. Elle devient furieuse, mais elle découvre alors différentes façons de contrôler sa colère.
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Une nouvelle fille nommée Chloé se joint à la classe d'Emma. Chloé devient le centre d'attraction ce qui fait qu'Emma commence à être jalouse. Est-ce qu'Emma et Chloé pourront devenir amies?
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