Pregnancy & Parenthood

This book is meant to be a universal children's book. That means that a parent or friend of a child of any nationality can use this book because their child will be represented in it. The illustrations of children in groups should include Caucasians, Blacks, Asians, Hispanics, and Native Americans. All children learn and grow through the same stages. Parents love and protect their children in the same way. So the book will show children how alike they are and how they can relate their experiences to those of others. The main character of this book is really the child reading the book or having it read to them.Where there are animals in the book, they should be Mom and child or parents and child.

Amirah is now fourteen years old and she, her dad and Granny are travelling to Egypt, planning to stay for one year. She is growing up and wants more independence, but will her dad trust her? Now an adolescent, Amirah is beginning to understand more about people and life, but she often feels confused. She will have adventures, face challenges, and make important decisions. What choices will she make? Will she face her fears? Where will these choices lead her? What will she learn?

If you're a busy parent looking for fresh, playful ideas to support your toddler's learning and development, look no further!Written by renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular parent support app, this unique book explains the why behind different types of play and provides 60 activities designed to support your toddler's physical, social and emotional development.The My First Five Years team defines 'toddlerhood' as 'beginning the moment that your child pulls themselves to standing and takes their first steps', and this book supports you right from this point up until you're starting to think about sending them to school. The book covers six streams of development - social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive - and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by simple, fun and low-cost play ideas you can do at home with your child. From pizza portraits to 'whose voice is that?', the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on turning play into a solid foundation from which all learning grows. There are also QR codes featured throughout, linking to free additional related content. Beautifully colour illustrated and full of tips and advice, this book is perfect for supporting your toddler's development, health and wellbeing.'By far the best app I have used to help me support and understand my daughter's development. I love the gentle suggestions for moving learning and skills on in such a natural, playful way. Thank you!' - Praise for the My First Five Years app

If you're looking for fresh, playful ideas to support your child's development, their confidence and get them 'ready for school', look no further!Written by renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular parental support app, this unique book of 60 activities explains the why behind different types of play, and shows you how to make the most of short, daily moments together.If you're starting to think about your child starting school, there can be all kinds of things on your mind. Are they ready to hold a pencil and learn to write? Will they be able to pay attention in a classroom? Will they know how to make friends? This book breaks down exactly what skills are important for your child to be 'ready for school', and how you can support their development using simple, fun and low-cost activities.The book is split into six streams of development - social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive - and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by step-by-step guides to support this at home. From puppet play to wacky races, the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on turning play into a solid foundation from which all learning grows. The book is beautifully colour illustrated and also features QR codes throughout, linking to free additional related content.'I'm using this with my three year old now, and only wish I'd had it when my others were little!' - Praise for the My First Five Years app

THE title to have for kids transitioning from primary to secondaryschool. Covering topics from leaving the safety of primary school,getting lost, homework, exams, new challenges, scary older kids,friendships, relationships, bullying, social media and more. Written by Christian Foley, educator, poet-in-residence, musicianand all-round creative.

This essential guide to baby massage enables parents to readily bond with their baby and promote his or her development, uncover potential problems and treat minor ailments.