A Teen's Guide to Manage Frustration, Anger, and Everyday Irritations
High performance cars can go from zero to sixty in just a few seconds. Anger can feel a lot like that for teens. One minute they are calm, but the next, something sets them on a course to speed out of control. Expert author Michael Tompkins offers tips and tricks to help stall anger and leave it by the side of the road.
Dahlov Ipcar's charming illustrations will fascinate any young horse lover as she depicts how horses used to do the jobs of automobiles, but now they get to do much more amusing things than pulling carriages!
Can one girl's questions change the world? Women in Chemistry follows a conversation between an inquisitive young girl, who wonders what living things are made of, and a scientifically astute narrator, whose answers are both accurate and approachable to a young mind. In this way, learning the basics of chemistry becomes a natural outcome of ......
Can one girls questions change the world? Women in Biology follows a conversation between an inquisitive young girl, who wonders what living things are made of, and a scientifically astute narrator, whose answers are both accurate and approachable to a young mind.
A gorgeously illustrated exploration of the creatures that live together at the sea shore, featuring watercolor paintings by award-winning author and illustrator John Himmelman.
The Aussie animals that share our backyards, our cities and our lives.
Australia is the most urbanised nation on earth and yet we share our built environment with a cavalcade of amazing native creatures. This book examines some of the issues around our complex relationship with nature.
Australia is home to some of the strongest, smartest and fiercest predators in the world, but only one animal can hold the crown as the ultimate predator.
How I wonder what you are... let's explore beyond our star! Everyday, the sun sets and the sky grows dark. Twinkling stars start to shine, and we watch the moon as it changes phases throughout the month. But the sky we see each night is only a small piece of our huge universe. What else is out there in the nighttime sky? Twinkle, Twinkle, ......
The Science of Perception, Misinformation, and Disinformation
Written for pre-teens and young teens in lively text accompanied by fun facts, True or False? The Science of Perception, Misinformation, and Disinformation explores what psychology tells us about development and persistence of false perceptions and beliefs and the difficulty of correcting them, plus ways to debunk misinformation and think ......
18th in the children's animal series featuring 20 questions and answers about the animal along with a color photo and amusing drawing for each question and answer. An easy and informative book about giraffes for ages 5-8.
Jeanne Manford-Ally, Activist, and Co-Founder of PFLAG
The Mother of a Movement is a true story of parental support and unconditional love. It tells the story of Jeanne Manford, the co-founder of PFLAG. When her son Morty was beaten by New York City officials for handing out pro-gay leaflets, Manford wrote a powerful letter to the New York Post to complain about how Morty was treated. In the letter ......
This is the story of Cornish fisherman-turned-artist Alfred Wallis, whose paintings of boats from his past inspired the future of British modern art. Told from Wallis' perspective - inspired by his crudely written letters to Jim Ede - this book takes the reader through his remarkable life; his early sailing days, his late arrival to painting, his ......
The Best of the Best in Everything from Sports to Science
This book will expand the horizons of teen and pre-teen readers in an exciting and engaging way, by debating the Greatest of All Time in a variety of categories. Topics include the greatest athlete of all time, greatest band, greatest inventor, greatest scientist, greatest writer, greatest sci-fi franchise, and more.
The Best of the Best in Everything from Sports to Science
Who is the Greatest Of All Time-the G.O.A.T.? This is the question debated constantly between fans for any number of categories. Who is the greatest basketball player of all time? The greatest band? Video game? Sci-fi movie? In The Great G.O.A.T. Debate: The Best of the Best in Everything from Sports to Science, award-winning young adult author ......
Kids will figure out what they want out of their friendships, how to be a good friend, resolve conflicts, and much more in this upbeat book meant to help forge lasting relationships. Full of practical tips, insightful quizzes, and relatable examples, this is a unique resource to help kids understand friendships.
Five thousand years ago, an ancient civilisation rose up in eastern China, on the flood plains of the Yangtze River delta. Until recently, its history was shrouded in mystery.
ISBN-13: 9781922358844
(Paperback)
Publisher: LITTLE STEPS Imprint: LITTLE STEPS PUBLISHING
The History, Science, and Fun behind Sports Teams' Names
This interactive book compels both reluctant and sports-crazed readers to its pages by examining how various teams from a range of sports received their names. Teen and pre-teen readers will gain knowledge of history, science, literature, math, and a slew of other subjects through the lens of notable sports teams.
Set in the midst of the 2019-2020 Australian bushfires, this beautifully illustrated picture book follows a family separated from their rambunctious pup – will they be united when the flames die down?
Zoom into space with this guide to the universe. You’ll learn everything there is to know about our Solar System, discover what it takes to become an astronaut and imagine what the future of space exploration might look like. Get your spacesuit on and prepare for lift off!
Social Workers: A Practical Career Guide covers the steps you need to take have a career in this field and includes interviews with professionals currently working in this field.
Living in a Noisy, Smelly, Tasty, Slimy, Tipsy, Colorful World
The Sensational Animal Senses explores the world of senses and perception in both human and non-human animals. Readers will delight in the wonders of our six senses-vision, hearing, touch, taste, smell, and balance, plus exotic senses that some non-human animals have like heat vision, magnetic senses, and bioelectricity. Have you ever wondered ......
Introduces kids to the science of psychology, with chapters on the brain, personality, intelligence, emotions, social relationships, and more. Accompanied by colourful illustrations of psychology's big ideas, and lots of hands-on experiments to try at home, there's no better way to dive into the fascinating science of the mind.
Patrick White wanted to be a writer when no one thought he should! This remarkable man, remembered for his poetic descriptions of the Australian landscape and people in his many novels and plays, is the only Australian Nobel Prize for Literature winner. Learn all about one of Australia’s greatest novelists in this fully illustrated biography.
ISBN-13: 9780648267379
(Paperback)
Publisher: LITTLE STEPS Imprint: LITTLE STEPS PUBLISHING
Alison Knowles is a licensed therapist and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner. She leads training days for NHS staff on stress and motivation and creates self-help videos for the clients of an international health and wellbeing company.
A book that will illuminate the writer in you. By using the tools and activities here, you'll connect the word-organising part of your brain with your free-ranging imagination - and you'll love what you've captured on the page! It's an exciting, confidence-boosting, and deeply satisfying experience.
Napoleon Bonaparte: A Reference Guide to His Life and Works covers his life and work.. The extensive A to Z section includes several hundred entries. The bibliography provides a comprehensive list of publications concerning his life and work.
My Little Book of Manatees is a delightful story about a new family of manatees. From the newborn manatee s first lessons in taking care of himself to the manatees playful adventures in warm spring waters, this beautifully illustrated book is ideal for introducing young children to the wonders of nature.
This is a delightful story about a new family of bald eagles. From newborn's first lessons in life to the first solo flight, this beautifully illustrated book is ideal for introducing young children to the wonders of nature.
My First Emergency on the Ferry is about a young boy who has trouble breathing and his dad calls the ambulance. Read along to find out what happens when Ambo Kookie comes to help!
My First Emergency on a Winter’s Night is about a house fire. Read along to find out what happens when Fireman Rooey and his crew come to help! Learn the importance of having a fire safety plan and to practise your fire drill with your family.
My First Emergency in the Neighbourhood is about a thief who breaks into a family home. Read along to find out how Police Officer Emy and Police Dog Wolfie come to help and keep the neighbourhood safe!
A not-so-scary activity book that helps kids understand why they get fearful and reassure them that everyone feels afraid sometimes. Using the fun activities plus DIY crafts, stickers, and more this book will help kids face their fears and learn to take chances, have fun, and be a less afraid kid.
A clever activity book that is a fun-filled tool for kids to discover self-expression and awareness. It offers kids all sorts of information to nourish and appreciate their emotional life. Young readers will learn how to name their emotions, understand and accept their feelings, and develop emotional self-awareness.
An activity book to help kids understand that getting angry is a normal part of life. It may be a bit uncomfortable at times, but it's OK if kids need to be mad! Children explore anger through fun activities coupled with humorous illustrations and will discover what it means to be angry, why it happens to everyone, and how to better handle it.
