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The Strange and Curious Guide to Trauma
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A Different Home
Sally Donovan
A New Foster Child’s Story John DeGarmo and Kelly DeGarmo
Illustrated by Emmi Smid
Illustrated by Norma Jeanne Trammell
Ordinary Jo had a not so Ordinary Day. There was a baboon, a carrot, some superheroes and some science too. Read Ordinary Joe’s story to understand the strange and curious thing that is Trauma to understand your own experiences, body, and even friends better too.
A sensitive picture book to help ease the anxieties of foster children aged 4 to 10 entering placement. May 2021 | £11.99 | 4–10 years | 48pp | PB | ISBN-9781839970917
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“Using irreverent humour and metaphor, Sally Donovan has created an important and accessible book that sheds light on the often difficult-to-approach subject of trauma. A brilliant book for children and those who care for them.” – Poppy O’Neill, bestselling author of Don’t Worry, Be Happy, You’re a Star, Be Strong and Be Yourself Mar 2022 | £12.99 | 8–12 years | 112pp | PB | 43 B&W illustrations | ISBN-9781787757479
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The Complete Sarah Naish Therapeutic Parenting Library for Children Join William Wobbly, Sophie Spikey, Rosie Rudey and more in this collection of all nine Sarah Naish therapeutic storybooks for children. Written by a mum who understands, and her daughter (who used to have a lot of difficult feelings), these insightful stories are for all children functioning at age 3-10, and will help the whole family.
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Courtney: Courtney Cortisol is a chemical that travels in our blood. She gives us extra focus and energy to escape from danger. Adrian: Adrian
Adrenaline is a chemical that travels in our blood. He gives our bodies superpowers of escape. Some People: They look and sound like ordinary people but they are behind with the science and believe Wrong Things.
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