Alternate Title

Can I tell you about being a young carer?

Author

Aldridge, Jo

Aldridge Deacon, Jack [illustrator]

Place of Publication

London, UK and Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

Softcover; 56 pages

Series

Can I Tell You About...?

Subject

Young carers

Caregiving

Abstract

Meet Carly. Carly is a young person caring for her mother who has Multiple Sclerosis and depression.

Part of the best-selling Can I Tell You about... series, this book raises awareness about children who live with and care for parents or other relatives in the home. It describes what young carers like Carly do, and the practical and emotional impact caring can have on home and school life, both positive and negative. It also explains what support is available for young carers, including from family, friends and teachers as well as other professionals and online. Carly's story will help young carers explore their worries and concerns, and help family members and professionals support young carers.

Recommended for children ages 8-12.

ISBN

978-1785925269

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR EF 610 ALD 2019

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Author

Baker, Keith

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Simon & Schuster

Publication Date

2011

Physical Description

Board book; illustrated; 36 pages

Subject

Children's Self-Identity

Parenting Multiples (includes twins, triplets etc.)

Sibling Relationships

Abstract

No two snowflakes are alike, almost, almost . . . but not quite.

Follow a pair of birds on a snowflake-filled journey though a gorgeous winter landscape to explore how everything everywhere is wonderfully unique - from branches and leaves to forests and trees to friends and loved ones.

Notes

Suitable for twins and siblings of twins.

ISBN

978-1481415026

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 715 BAK 2011

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