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Wonderful Me: A First Guide to Taking Care of Yourself

Name: Wonderful Me: A First Guide to Taking Care of Yourself
ISBN: 9780711287563

Nancy Shapiro

Vânia Sacramento

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Discover simple ways children can look after themselves, from naming feelings and moving their body, to building boundaries and caring for their friends!

Learning to look after yourself is an important part of growing up, and it can also be fun! By being mindful of their mental, physical and social wellbeing, children can be more confident in navigating tricky situations and new experiences. Whether it is taking care of their senses, learning about respect or unwinding when they feel overwhelmed, this book is packed full of helpful ideas and tips for little ones and their grown-ups.

Written by clinical psychologist and author, Nancy Shapiro, who believes that teaching children how to care for themselves can help them in later life, this book’s impactful information is balanced out by cute and bright illustrations from Vânia Sacramento.

This book will teach little ones about:

Sleep
Caring for their senses
Nutritious food
Being active
Learning new skills
What to do when something doesn’t feel right
Checking in with their body
Friendships
Boundaries
Time alone and time with others
Asking for help
Knowing their opinion and how to say ‘no’
Expecting respect
Naming their feelings
Communication
Caring for other people
Unwinding

Wonderful Me is a fantastic first introduction for kids to key topics and skills that will help them to care for themselves as they grow and navigate the world they live in. With a sunny and cheerful colour scheme, this book is comforting yet revolutionary, at a time when it’s becoming more important than ever to teach children these vital skills.