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Teenage life doesn’t come with a rule book, so here is the next best thing.

Let’s face it: growing up is confusing. You’re expected to get good grades at school, maintain an insta-worthy social life and somehow also hone a range of life skills which you definitely don’t want to ask your parents about…

This book is here to act as your go-to guide on everything from social media to sexting and from body image to self-esteem. Acting as your personal cheerleader, this book will teach you everything you need to navigate your teens with sass and style.

Remember, there is nothing more awesome than being you.

A beautifully illustrated, positive picture book exploring autism for kids aged 4+

Contains: an epic monster party, stinky socks, a colourful collection of monsters and bucket-loads of slime!

Jai and their friends are a brilliant bunch of little monsters who can’t wait to meet you! They’re all on the autistic spectrum, and in this book, they each share what that means for them – from things they find challenging to the amazing strengths their unique brains bring.

My Amazing Autistic Brain celebrates the wonderful diversity of neurodivergence and the power of thinking differently.

Packed with playful illustrations and designed to spark meaningful conversations, this book will help children understand autism in an inclusive, empowering and accessible way.

This book will help your child to:
– Explore what being autistic might mean for them.
– Celebrate their unique strengths and differences.
– Understand that autism is a spectrum – and everyone is totally unique!
– Learn how communication and understanding help us support one another.
– Build pride, confidence and self-awareness.

My Amazing ADHD Brain Journal is an engaging, beautifully illustrated workbook designed for children with ADHD, aged 5+

This fun, helpful journal is packed with confidence-boosting activities, well-being trackers and daily reflection sheets to help your child express, process and manage emotions, be more organized, establish healthy routines, and foster resilience.

Throughout, your child will be guided by Pip, an adorable little monster, who explores what ADHD means to them and offers useful tips and brilliant strategies.

There is no pressure to fill out the pages daily nor should your child feel like they must complete every section. However, if used regularly, the journal will empower your child to:
– Explore, process and manage their emotions
– Identify and understand triggers that may cause anxiety
– Develop emotional regulation skills
– Build confidence and self-esteem
– Track sleep patterns and take charge of their physical well-being
– Enhance their creativity
– And most importantly… celebrate the uniqueness of their amazing neurodivergent brain!

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the best-selling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem

Does your child struggle to speak up for themselves?
Do they tend to avoid new things and find change hard?
Perhaps they negatively compare themselves to others and put themselves down?

These could all be signs that your child is struggling with their self-esteem.

This practical guide combines cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child’s confidence soar. It’s aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s self-esteem, not just now but for years to come.

Your child will be guided, with the help of Buzz the monster – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

A beautifully illustrated personal development picture book, all about building confidence, for kids aged 4+

Contains: a big bike ride, eyeball ice cream and a slimy swamp-swimming gala!

Pip the little monster can get very nervous and often lacks the confidence to try new things.

With the help of their brother, Flint, and monster friends, Pip learns all about what confidence is and how to find it. Follow Pip as they set achievable goals, learn from mistakes and celebrate differences.

Are you ready to feel confident too?

This book will help your child to:
– Find out what it means to be confident
– Embrace the fact that we all learn at our own pace
– Use positive self-talk
– Not be afraid to try new things and build on mistakes
– Understand that encouraging and helping others will make them feel more self-assured

The approaches explored in this book can become powerful tools that will encourage your child to feel more confident and secure in themselves.

A beautifully illustrated personal development picture book, all about finding inner calm, for kids aged 4+

Contains: mud splat hats, cobweb lollies and Bumps in the Dark!

Cal the little monster is so excited to go to their friend’s birthday party. But once there, they feel overwhelmed with emotions.

With the help of Grandad and their friends, Cal learns how to calm down when their feelings start to feel too big. Follow along as Cal discovers how to ease anxiety, recognize their emotions and self-regulate so they can feel calm and in control.

Are you ready to feel calm too?

This book will help your child to:
– Ease feelings of stress
– Recognize emotions and identify why they are feeling them
– Learn how to self-regulate and behave constructively in any situation
– Problem-solve for themselves

The approaches explored in this book can become powerful tools that will encourage your child to manage their feelings and discover inner calm.

A beautifully illustrated personal development picture book, all about finding inner calm, for kids aged 4+

Contains: mud splat hats, cobweb lollies and Bumps in the Dark!

Red the little monster is so excited to go to their friend’s birthday party. But once there, they feel overwhelmed with emotions.

With the help of Grandad and their friends, Red learns how to calm down when their feelings start to feel too big. Follow along as Red discovers how to ease anxiety, recognize their emotions and self-regulate so they can feel calm and in control.

Are you ready to feel calm too?

This book will help your child to:
– Ease feelings of stress
– Recognize emotions and identify why they are feeling them
– Learn how to self-regulate and behave constructively in any situation
– Problem-solve for themselves

The approaches explored in this book can become powerful tools that will encourage your child to manage their feelings and discover inner calm.

A beautifully illustrated personal development picture book, all about building confidence, for kids aged 4+

Contains: a big bike ride, eyeball ice cream and a slimy swamp-swimming gala!

Pip the little monster can get very nervous and often lacks the confidence to try new things.

With the help of their brother, Flint, and monster friends, Pip learns all about what confidence is and how to find it. Follow Pip as they set achievable goals, learn from mistakes and celebrate differences.

Are you ready to feel confident too?

This book will help your child to:
-Find out what it means to be confident
-Embrace the fact that we all learn at our own pace
-Use positive self-talk
-Not be afraid to try new things and build on mistakes
-Understand that encouraging and helping others will make them feel more self-assured

The approaches explored in this book can become powerful tools that will encourage your child to feel more confident and secure in themselves.

This guide is for young people aged 11+ to introduce them to the power of Pride and the LGBTQIA+ community

Pride has different meanings for different people. It can be about protesting for equal rights for everyone, a celebration of our differences and identities, and a way of finding your tribe and a supportive community that values you and accepts you wholeheartedly.

Pride Power is a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community and will help you to navigate pronouns and key terms, learn about the fascinating history of Pride and modern queer culture, highlighting game-changers and unsung heroes alike, from Marsha P. Johnson to Nick and Charlie in Heartstopper.

Inside you will:
– See what Pride is and why people celebrate it
– Learn about the game-changers in the LGBTQIA+ community
– Follow the essential timeline of queer world history
– Discover classic works of queer art, literature, music, TV and film
– See how you can be an advocate for Pride and everything it stands for

The future isn’t binary but it’s definitely exciting!

A beautifully illustrated, positive picture book exploring ADHD for kids aged 4+

Contains: crazy inventions, stinky socks, a colourful collection of monsters and some super-slimy mud pie!

Pip is a confident little monster who has ADHD. In this book, they enthusiastically share what that means for them and how it has some really brilliant benefits.

Pip also discusses things they can find tricky, and how they are learning to control their impulses and be more mindful and organized so they can spend more time having lots of fun!

My Amazing ADHD Brain is packed with reassuring words, practical advice and skill-building activity ideas, and has a fun, relatable voice.

This book will help your child to:
·Understand what an ADHD diagnosis may mean for them.
·Celebrate the wonderful strengths having ADHD can offer.
·Reframe negative assumptions about ADHD.
·Discover practical ideas and engaging activities.
·Explore the idea of self-regulation and making mindful choices.

A mood-boosting, confidence-building companion to help 7+-year-olds become their happiest selves

Confidence is something many people struggle with throughout their lives. Supporting children as they face this challenge can help them grow into self-assured, happy individuals.

Encourage your child to explore their emotions, overcome their fears and boost their self-confidence with this positive and playful book. Bursting with fun activities, handy tips and simple exercises, Grow Your Confidence is the go-to guide to help children feel good about who they are.

Activities within this book include:
– Making a confidence box to help reduce anxiety
– Drawing emotions to uncover and explore feelings
– Collecting accomplishments for a mood-boosting bravery jar
– Practising power poses to develop assertiveness
… and so many more!

This book combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness methods with practical information for parents supporting their child’s mental health journey. The text has been peer reviewed by a psychotherapist.

A worry-busting guide to help 7+-year-olds calm anxious thoughts and fears

Worry is a part of being human, but high levels of stress and anxiety can hold your child back. Equipping children with coping strategies to tackle worries enables them to be their calmest, most content selves.

Encourage your child to listen to their feelings, practise positive thinking and overcome their fears with this sensitive and supportive book. Bursting with fun activities, handy tips and simple exercises, Shrink Your Worries is the self-care companion every stress-prone child needs.

Activities within this book include:
– Practising handprint breathing to feel calmer
– Quick confidence boosters to develop assertiveness
– How to spot the signs of anxiety
– Creating a bravery plan to reduce your worries
… and so many more!

This book combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness methods with practical information for parents supporting their child’s mental health journey. The text has been peer reviewed by a psychotherapist.

It’s time to chill out with this supersized, super-cool doodling and colouring extravaganza!

Take a breather, get comfy and grab your colouring pens and pencils. This activity book offers plenty of beautiful illustrations and patterns to colour, along with starter doodles to help your imagination flow and your worries float away. Inspired by techniques used by psychologists to help children cope with difficult feelings through mindfulness, this delightful doodle book is the perfect tool to help you find calm while also having lots of fun.

Colouring is known to soothe away daily stresses and worries because it allows the brain to rest and be mindful. Doodling has a similar effect on the brain, as it allows you to focus on being present. Take a few minutes out of your day to colour and doodle your way to peace and calm. From decorating the leaves of plants to designing your very own hot air balloon, the activities inside are guaranteed to delight and de-stress.

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the best-selling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and My Feelings and Me – A Child’s Guide to Understanding Emotions

Does your child get easily upset, angry, or too excited around Christmas?
Perhaps they find it quite difficult to calm down in the lead-up to the big day?
Do they seem out of control of their feelings?

These could all be signs that your child is feeling overwhelmed by big emotions.

This practical guide combines proven cognitive behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools with simple activities to help your child cope with big feelings around Christmas time. It’s aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

Your child will be guided, with the help of Dash – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

Help your kids get off their screens and get moving!

For kids aged 4-11 to help them learn why being active is good for you and instil healthy habits that will last a lifetime

On your marks, get set… it’s time to get busy!
We all know that being active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and it can be brilliant fun too!

Busy Bodies contains 52 illustrated cards each with a simple challenge or sporty activity to get kids moving and thinking about their physical and mental health. Each card also contains an interesting fact to help kids learn why different activities can be good for you.

The set includes a 16-page booklet with useful tips for parents and carers with information on how much exercise is expected of the age range, a chart showing the different types of exercise grouped into the main categories – strength-building, heart health, coordination and agility, flexibility – and recipes for some healthy post-activity snacks.

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the bestselling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem

Does your child appear worried or stressed?

Do they find it difficult to concentrate for long periods of time?

Do they spend a lot of time on their phone or gadgets?

These could all be signs that your child would benefit from practising mindfulness.

This practical guide combines cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child improve their focus and be more present. It’s aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

Your child will be guided, with the help of Buddy – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the bestselling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem

Does your child appear anxious or stressed a lot of the time?

Do they find it difficult to let go of negative thoughts and feelings?

Do they seem tense or nervous?

These could all be signs that your child is struggling with stress and anxiety.

This practical guide combines cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child find calm. It’s aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

Your child will be guided, with the help of Kip – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the bestselling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem

Does your child have frequent tantrums and outbursts?
Perhaps they find it hard to speak about their emotions?
Do they seem to get overwhelmed by stress and anxiety quickly?

These could all be signs that your child is struggling with angry moods.

This practical guide combines cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child manage their anger and express their feelings in healthy ways. It’s aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

Your child will be guided, with the help of Rah – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the bestselling titles Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem
Does your child frequently compare themselves to their friends?
Perhaps they find it difficult to make decisions because they doubt themselves and their abilities?
Do they seem to avoid socializing and participating in hobbies and activities?
These could all be signs that your child is struggling with low self-worth.
This practical guide combines cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child overcome their self-doubt. It’s aimed at children aged 7–11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s confidence, not just now but for years to come.
Your child will be guided, with the help of Coco – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with – through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

Invite positivity and appreciation into your life with this guided journal for practising gratitude

Gratitude plays an important role in boosting self-esteem, reducing stress and improving your overall well-being, but it’s not always easy to find time for. Happily, this journal is here to be your daily reminder to focus on the good things in life.

My Daily Gratitude Journal is the perfect space for you to record everything that brings you joy. With beautiful journal pages and thoughtful prompts, it contains everything you need to help you look at your life through a more positive lens. There’s also a helpful introduction to gratitude with information on why it’s an important practice and how it can positively impact your life.

Give yourself a gratitude break each day to remind yourself of everything you’re grateful for, whether it’s your family and friends, your health, your favourite TV show or even the weather. Once you get started, you’ll be amazed by just how much there is to appreciate.

A fun fill-in activity journal for kids age 7+ to help boost self-esteem and mental well-being

Write down all the things that you are thankful for

This daily gratitude journal is your special place to record the things that bring you joy. It includes a diary where you can write about three things that you are thankful for each day, along with some fun ideas to get you thinking about ways to reflect on all the good things in your life.

The simple habit of keeping a gratitude journal has many mental health benefits. Studies have shown that regularly thinking about the good things in your life can make you happier and healthier, help you sleep better, and boost feelings of self-worth and empathy for others.

Spend a little time each day reflecting on the things you’re most grateful for – big and small – such as your health, your family and friends, your special talents, a funny joke or a sunny day.

A vibrant and fun activity book for 4-7-year-olds to help children overcome their worries and feel happy

Help your child explore their emotions and work through their worries while having lots of fun with the help of this engaging activity book. Worry Monsters uses the techniques employed by child psychotherapists, including mindfulness meditation and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to overcome feelings of anxiety and promote calm.

Let the Worry Monsters guide you and your child through a range of simple exercises, including:

– Find your battle cry to help you feel braver
– Get creative and draw your worry animal
– Find out what makes us all different, and why every one of us is special
And so much more!

Part of the new My Healthy Mind series from Vie, a thoughtful and inspiring range of activity and story books for children.

This book has been peer reviewed by a child psychologist, and there are explainers throughout just in case your child has questions about the activities.

A new journal inspired by the number-one best-selling children’s mental health title You’re a Star by Poppy O’Neill

This activity journal containing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help children aged 7+ grow their self-esteem

No one feels great about themselves all the time – and when we don’t feel good it can be hard to know how to pick ourselves up again.

My Self-Esteem Journal is for those times. It contains a fun selection of activities and doodling pages designed to help cope with feelings of low self-esteem and self-doubt.
Inside you can:
– Fill in a happy diary
– Create your own mood-boosting affirmations
– Doodle your way to feeling great with the help of some friendly monsters
– Shout out loud how great you are!

This calming journal encourages children to tune into their feelings and find creative and lasting ways to manage low self-esteem. It contains simple ideas and activities throughout, allowing the child to work independently or with guidance from a grown-up.

An interactive activity title for 9-12-year-olds on the power of kindness

You can choose to make the world a better place. The power is within you!

Every one of us experiences the world differently – we have different worries and problems, and we all have unique hopes and dreams – but there’s one thing that can unite us and make the world a better place, and that’s KINDNESS!

Kindness is cool! No, really! Kindness can create positive change in all our lives. Whether it’s being a friend to someone who seems lonely, or simply smiling or giving somebody a thumbs up. When we support each other, we can be our best selves.

Be the Change: Be Kind is your handbook on how to use your own voice to empower yourself and others to spread kindness. Award-winning children’s author Marcus Sedgwick tells the story of kindness – where it comes from, what it feels like and perhaps most importantly why it matters – and asks YOU what you would do in different everyday scenarios.

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?