Find Your Happy Place

by Niall Breslin

€8.99

Freddie is excited about his first trip to the swimming pool. But when he gets there, he finds it scary. So scary in fact, that he just wants to go home … Later that evening, Nana teaches him a secret trick. It's called the Magic Moment Trick and it gives you superpowers when you're facing something scary. You simply close your eyes, think of your happiest memory and squeeze your finger and thumb together. Beautifully illustrated by Sheena Dempsey, Bressie's first picture book for children incorporates an easy mindfulness technique within a charming story. The Magic Moment helps children return to the present moment and is a must for parents or anyone working with children who wants to help them feel the fear and jump in anyway.   'Teaches children a really simple and effective mindfulness technique for managing big feelings' Dr Malie Coyne 'A book with an important message' Irish Independent 'The sort of book that could be genuinely helpful to an anxious child' The Irish Times

by Niall Breslin

€8.99

Following the success of his first picture book, The Magic Moment, musician and mindfulness expert Niall Breslin (Bressie) is back with another important life lesson for young children, beautifully brought to life by illustrator Sheena Dempsey. When Freddie sees all the presents his friend Ben gets for his birthday, he feels a bit sad … Nana teaches Freddie how to be thankful for everything he has - together they count all the wonderful things in their lives. This gratitude trick is a helpful technique for dealing with the uncomfortable and often confusing feelings of jealousy that children inevitably encounter.   Praise for Take Five: 'Take Five explores the difficult feeling of jealousy, in a sweet story that teaches the value of being grateful for what one has.' Sunday Independent 'A genuinely useful book for anxious children.' Irish Independent   Praise for The Magic Moment: 'The sort of book that could be genuinely helpful to an anxious child.' The Irish Times 'Teaches children a really simple and effective mindfulness technique for managing big feelings.' Dr Malie Coyne 'A book with an important message.' Irish Independent

by Niall Breslin

€10.99

Freddie wakes up grumpy after a bad night’s sleep. Late for school, his day just seems to go from bad to worse. When Nana tries to help him at dinner time, Freddie snaps at her. She explains that being tired makes everything feel worse, but she knows just the trick to help him get to sleep. Tomorrow will be a better day! In his fourth picture book, which contains mindfulness tools proven to help children manage difficult feelings, musician and mindfulness expert Niall Breslin (Bressie) shares another valuable lesson for children (and parents!) – all brought to life by Sheena Dempsey’s gorgeous illustrations. It will bring calm to bedtime by teaching children a body scan meditation technique for an easy countdown to sleep. The book also contains information for parents on the benefits of proper sleep for children and how best to achieve it. Niall Breslin’s Mindful Moments for Children are available as mini podcasts, and include a body scan episode to share with your child.

by Tom Percival

€10.44

A reassuring and sensitive book - the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries. From the Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. 'If your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it' Parents In Touch Ruby loves being Ruby. Until, one day, she finds a worry. At first it's not such a big worry, and that's all right, but then it starts to grow. It gets bigger and bigger every day and it makes Ruby sad. How can Ruby get rid of it and feel like herself again? A perceptive and poignant story that is a must-have for all children's bookshelves. From Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for discussing childhood worries and anxieties, no matter how big or small they may be.

by Tom Percival

€9.28

Milo and Jay have always been best friends . . . until one day, a green-eyed monster appears! A book about dealing with jealousy, from the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Milo loves spending time with his best friend, Jay. But when a new girl called Suzi moves in next door, Milo starts to feel left out. The jealous feeling gets stronger and stronger - until suddenly, a GREEN-EYED MONSTER pops up beside him! Soon, the monster is poisoning Milo's thoughts. It won't leave him alone! Can Milo find a way to free himself from the monster and repair his friendship? Warm and uplifting, Milo's Monster is an inspiring story about dealing with feelings of jealousy. It's the ideal starting point for helping children to build strong friendships and say goodbye to jealous feelings. Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for talking about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child's bookshelf should contain his books.

by Tom Percival

€10.44

A brilliant picture book about dealing with difficult emotions, from author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Most of the time Ravi can control his temper but, one day, he lets out the tiger within … Being a tiger is great fun at first - tigers can do ANYTHING they want! But who wants to play with a growling, roaring, noisy, wild tiger who won't share or play nicely? Ravi is about to discover something very important about expressing his feelings and making amends. A clever and engaging book about temper tantrums, dealing with emotions and learning to express and understand your feelings. From Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for helping with bad days and noisy outbursts. Nominated for the BookTrust StoryTime Prize 2020

by Tom Percival

€10.44

Bea is REALLY looking forward to her birthday … until things begin to go wrong. A book about managing disappointment, from the bestselling author of the Big Bright Feelings series. Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Bea CAN'T WAIT for her birthday. There are only three days to go, and everything is going to be PERFECT! Then snow begins to block the roads … and everything begins to go wrong. With no party, no cards, and maybe even no cake, can Bea find a way to be OK - even in the middle of a really BAD day? This reassuring and funny book is the perfect springboard for talking to children about setting expectations and finding balance amidst disappointment. Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series is the ideal starting point for discussions about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child's bookshelf should contain his books. Also available in the Big Bright Feelings series: Ruby's Worry, Perfectly Norman, Ravi's Roar, Meesha Makes Friends, Tilda Tries Again, Milo's Monster and Finn's Little Fibs. Collect them all!

by Martin Waddell

€10.44

Celebrate 25 years of Big Bear, Little Bear and their cosy cave in this gorgeous anniversary edition of a classic bedtime favourite. Described as 'the most perfect children's book ever written', this is a beautiful 25th anniversary edition of the Kate Greenaway-winning story of Little Bear, who just can't sleep. There is dark all around him in the Bear Cave. Not even Big Bear's biggest lantern can light up the darkness of the night outside. Can Big Bear find a way to reassure restless Little Bear and help him fall fast asleep? "Wonderfully reassuring for small children." The Sunday Telegraph "The most perfect children's book ever written." Sunday Times

by Martin Waddell

€10.44

"A perfect bedtime story." Irish Times A gentle tale of three baby owls reassures young children that Mummy will always come home, perfect for children with separation anxiety. Owl Babies is a comforting read for any toddler who has ever worried about mum leaving them alone, or any child starting pre-school for the very first time. Sarah, Percy and Bill the baby owls wake one night to find their mother gone. And as the darkness gathers and they perch patiently on their branch waiting for her return, oh how they worry! Never has the plight of young ones who miss their mum been so sensitively told or so beautifully rendered as in this tale from picture book masters, Patrick Benson and Martin Waddell. "Touchingly beautiful ... Drawn with exquisite delicacy ... The perfect picture book." Guardian

by Anna Llenas

€10.44

The latest picture book in the bestselling The Colour Monster series, from talented author-illustrator Anna Llenas, that encourages conversations about consent, mental health and wellbeing. One day, Nuna was in situation where she didn't know how to say no and it left her feeling strange and confused. So she goes to see Colour Monster who is now a doctor and who can help to heal emotions, especially those that are big and difficult to understand. To begin with, Nuna cannot find the right words. But with the help of Colour Monster and his emotions toolkit, Nuna learns how to use tools and techniques that will make her feel better. Together they try things like deep breathing, arts and crafts, blowing bubbles and dancing until she starts to feel calmer. Now will Nuna be able to talk about what's bothering her? This story addresses complex themes around consent, saying no and mental wellbeing in a sensitive, age-appropriate way. Through Anna's experience as an art therapist, she has interwoven techniques that can make these conversations easier. Including big, fold-out pages, children can look inside the emotions toolkit, making use of the ideas for themselves (with the support of a grown-up when needed). The ideal conversation starter for readers of The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and Don't Hug Doug.

by Marie Paruit

€10.44

When I am Happy helps young children to start managing their emotions. They can lift the flaps, slide the tabs and turn the wheel to explore what being happy is, why it's good to be happy and how they can stay happy. With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit on every page, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who are just starting to recognize their feelings and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose will provide parents with all the extra guidance they need. The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Play Guide. Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: I Like to be Kind, Sometimes I am Worried and Sometimes I am Angry

by Marie Paruit

€9.14

When I am Sad helps young children to start managing their emotions. They can lift the flaps, slide the tabs and turn the wheel to explore why they feel sad and how to move on from these emotions. With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who are just starting to recognise their feelings and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose provides parents with all the extra guidance they need. The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Play Guide. Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: Sometimes I am Worried, Sometimes I am Angry and I Like to be Helpful.

by Marie Paruit

€10.44

Sometimes I am Angry helps young children to start managing their emotions. They can lift the flaps, slide the tabs and turn the wheel to explore what anger is, why they might get angry and how they can calm their anger. With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit on every page, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who may be experiencing episodes of anger and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose will provide parents with all the extra guidance they need. The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Play Guide. Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: I Like to be Kind, Sometimes I am Worried and When I am Happy.

by Sarah Bowie

€14.99

Suzy and Kevin are best friends. They do everything together! Until one day, Kevin's in a Mood. Suzy tries everything to cheer him up - she tells him jokes and even plays his favourite song. But Kevin's STILL in a Mood. All their friends try to help, by offering things Kevin likes, but he just turns his back, washes himself or puts his nose in the air! Nothing seems to make Kevin feel better ... what could be wrong? But then their friend Stevie arrives with a special delivery! The mood instantly vanishes when Kevin receives an invitation to Stevie's party! Suzy had got hers the day before and Kevin thought he wasn't invited. Suzy is astonished - she was always going to bring Kevin with her to the party! Because they're BFFs! A lovely story from an acclaimed cartoonist that will encourage the youngest readers to explore the interplay between text and artwork, with fun-filled antics and diverse representation throughout.

by Patrice Karst

€9.49

Parents, educators, therapists, and social workers alike have declared The Invisible String the perfect tool for coping with all kinds of separation anxiety, loss, and grief. In this relatable and reassuring contemporary classic, a mother tells her two children that they're all connected by an invisible string. "That's impossible!" the children insist, but still they want to know more: "What kind of string?" The answer is the simple truth that binds us all: An Invisible String made of love. Even though you can't see it with your eyes, you can feel it deep in your heart, and know that you are always connected to the ones you love. Does everybody have an Invisible String? How far does it reach? Does it ever go away? This heart-warming picture book for all ages explores questions about the intangible yet unbreakable connections between us, and opens up deeper conversations about love. Recommended and adopted by parenting blogs, bereavement support groups, hospice centres, foster care and social service agencies, military library services, church groups, and educators, The Invisible String offers a very simple approach to overcoming loneliness, separation, or loss with an imaginative twist that children easily understand and embrace, and delivers a particularly compelling message in today's uncertain times. This special paperback edition includes vibrant new illustrations and an introduction from the author. "This book is a beautiful way to begin to try, as parents, to instil in children the impenetrable power of the heart, the energy of love, and the flow that can be felt from the grace in every moment." -Tony Robbins Read all the books in The Invisible String series: The Invisible String Backpack: Your very own tool kit for school-and life! The Invisible String Workbook: Creative Activities to Comfort, Calm, and Connect The Invisible Leash: An Invisible String Story About the Loss of a Pet​ The Invisible Web: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love and Universal Connection You Are Never Alone: An Invisible String Lullaby

by Roger Hargreaves

€6.51

A sensitive and engaging Mr Men Little Miss story about worries, big and small, and how to manage them.Mr Worry worries about everything. It sometimes starts with a funny feeling in his tummy. Do you ever feel worried? Everyone worries sometimes. But Mr Worry worries all the time. Can Mr Calm and Little Miss Sunshine help him to ease his worries?Join the Mr Men and Little Miss as they help little ones unpack big feelings in the brand new, collectable series: Discover YouThe Mr Men and Little Miss are the perfect characters to help children understand a bit more about their own emotions and how to manage them. With engaging questions to encourage conversations and some helpful tips from favourite characters to help children develop their emotional intelligence.

by Tom Percival

€10.44

An uplifting story about celebrating diversity and embracing what makes you you - from Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. 'A sweet and truly uplifting story that celebrates diversity in a subtle but unique way, and inspires children to dare to be different and have the courage to stand out.' BookTrust Norman had always been perfectly normal . . . until the day he grew a pair of wings! Norman loves his new wings, and has the most fun ever trying them out high in the sky. But then he has to go in for dinner. What will his parents think? What will everyone else think? Norman feels the safest plan is to cover his wings with a big coat. But hiding the thing that makes you different proves tricky and upsetting. Can Norman ever truly be himself? This poignant and uplifting story about individuality is filled with stunning artwork in a striking minimal palette. From Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, it is the perfect book about self-acceptance and being yourself.

by Fearne Cotton

€10.44

From TV presenter and bestselling author Fearne Cotton comes this Sheffield Book Award-winning story perfect for yogis young and old. We're the Yoga Babies, look what we can do! The Yoga Babies love to have fun trying new poses, from downward-dog to butterfly! Sometimes life is busy and tricky, but not to worry, Yoga can help everyone chill out. Follow these babies big and small as they practise yoga at home together, in the garden and before bedtime, then you can have a go at home, too! 'A delightful introduction to finding your inner peace.' GIOVANNA FLETCHER 'Follow these chilled-out tots practising their yoga moves everywhere, from the garden to bedtime' MAIL ON SUNDAY 'if there's a yoga-loving mum or dad in the family, this is the perfect book for the whole household' IRISH INDEPENDENT, Best Books of 2017

by Clare Wilson

€6.72

An adorable introduction to friendship for pre-readers, this board book follows the journey of an otter teaching little ones about courage and the true meaning of love. Nobody knows what it means to be alone more than Otto, the lonely otter. Otto is very shy, so some things are just harder for him to do… like making friends. When Otto spots another otter, all on her own, he thinks he's finally found someone just like him. But can he pluck up the courage to swim across and meet her? This lovely, heartwarming book about being brave and daring to step out of the shadows reminds little ones that being alone doesn't always mean you are lonely. This Valentine's-inspired book for children aged 0-5 is from the bestselling series that includes The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer and The Sleepy Bunny and shows children the magic of friendship. This children's board book on friendship offers: - A sweet story for the love-liest time of the year, about a shy otter who finds joy in being alone, while also finding the courage to step out of his comfort zone and make room for others. - A gentle introduction to discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem, overcoming worries and building positive relationships. - Beautifully illustrated pages that accompany the charming narrative text. - A small format with sturdy pages that is suitable for small hands to hold. Dive into the sea and meet a lonely otter who learns a lesson in love: loving himself and finding his place with others. Featuring whimsical illustrations and an exciting shiny cover, this book is sure to make its way into the hearts of adults and children alike, as they follow along to see if this lonely otter ever finds his perfect match! More in the Series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like The Lonely Otter, then why not try other titles in this bestselling board book series? Go on a Halloween adventure with The Happy Pumpkin, or get ready for the festive season with The Grumpy Reindeer!

€6.51

The characters Happiness, Anger, Sadness, and Pride are here to teach your little ones how to recognise emotions and name their feelings. This brightly illustrated board book is a gentle and simple introduction to strong emotions. It will help your pre-schooler tell you how they are feeling and understand what happens to their body when they are happy or sad. Cute characters, like the star for Pride and the flame for Anger, evoke the feelings that small children have experienced. They just might not have the words for it just yet. Help them understand what these emotions are and that everyone feels them sometimes. This charming book explains how emotions can make us act in different ways, like stamping our feet when we are angry, or jumping up and down when we are happy. It tells children what happens to their bodies, inside and out when they feel different things, and why we act the way we do. The easy language makes for a fun and educational reading time. This helps children with language, vocabulary, and talking about their emotions, especially if they have difficulty expressing feelings. Let the characters help your toddler answer the question "why do I feel sad?" with simple explanations. A Little Guide to My Emotions This fantastic children's feeling guide includes: - Four key emotions to learn - Easy to read text that encourages vocabulary building - Beautiful illustrations that will engage pre-schoolers Each character emotion in How Am I Feeling? has a storybook of their own. Look out for sunshine in I Feel Happy, raincloud in I Feel Sad, flame in I Feel Angry and the little star in I Feel Proud so your little one can continue to grow their emotional development.

€6.51

The sunshine character, Happy, is here to teach your little ones how to recognise this big emotion and name their feelings. Happy teaches small children that the feeling is sometimes loud, and other times it is calm, like having a quiet cuddle. This brightly illustrated board book is a gentle and simple introduction to sometimes overwhelming emotions. This adorable book puts words to the feelings that small children have experienced but might not have the names for just yet. This will help your pre-schooler tell you how they are feeling and teach them what happiness looks like in other people. I Feel Happylets kids know that even if they don't feel happy right now, the good feeling will come back again. It explains what happens in the brain in uncomplicated terms, perfect for young children. It shows how being happy affects the body, like smiling and laughing. The easy language makes for a fun and educational reading time. This helps children with language, vocabulary, and talking about their emotions, especially if they have difficulty expressing feelings. Let the Happy character help your toddler answer difficult questions with simple explanations. Why Do I Feel Happy Today? This fantastic children's feelings guide includes: Easy to understand descriptions of the key emotion: Happiness Easy to read text that encourages vocabulary building Beautiful illustrations that will engage pre-schoolers The ray of sunshine Happy from this delightful book has friends! Look out for the little star in I Feel Proud, the raincloud in I Feel Sad, the little flame inI Feel Angryand all of them together inHow Am I Feeling?

by Alice James

€11.75

This inspiring write-in book is an unworry toolkit, full of things to calm you down and places to put your worries - and we all worry! Activities include creating a worry box, making a mood grid and mindfulness activities such as colouring, doodling and mazes. Written with the help of a psychologist, there are links to websites for tips, advice and support too.

by Lily Murray

€11.99

No Worries! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way to happiness, calm and confidence. The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle anxiety, sadness and stress; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel worried and how to put stress back in its place through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing. Featuring the charming and quirky illustrations of Katie Abey, a UK-based illustrator. Her quirky pictures will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring. Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful new range of activity books for children from Studio Press. Includes an introduction and notes for grown-ups by consultant Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist. Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.

by Sinéad Burke

€11.59

SPECSAVERS CHILDRENS BOOK OF THE YEAR (JUNIOR) 2020  There are so many people in this world - 7.53 billion to be exact. But there is only one of me and one of you. It's easy to think we are not good enough, or that our nose is too big, or wish we could be more like our friends. But the world would be different without you. You are enough just as you are.. .   Sometimes it can seem like the world isn't built for you or like you don't belong. But why should you change who you are for the sake of others? Sinéad Burke is an advocate, activist, teacher, writer and British vogue cover model. She also happens to be a little person at three and a half feet tall. Reflecting on her experiences growing up, Sinéad offers a heartfelt and inspiring guide to young readers on believing in themselves and finding comfort and pride in their own skin. From the power of being different and discovering things you love about yourself, to using your voice to be an ally and show friendship to others, it's time to break the mould and find your place in the world

by Roxie Nafousi

€10.44

An inspiring guide to manifesting for kids from the Sunday Times bestselling author of MANIFEST and MANIFEST: Dive Deeper. 'Now I've read the book, I feel much better. I used to worry at bedtime when I was thinking too much, and I've learnt how to stop the worry.' Rae, aged 8 Manifesting is a way of using your own mind to become your BEST and HAPPIEST self. In MANIFEST for Kids, bestselling author, self-development coach, and manifesting expert Roxie Nafousi lays out four simple and easy-to-implement steps to help children: Understand their feelings Grow their confidence Appreciate everything they have Set and reach their goals With activities to do alone and with friends and family, plus an 8-week daily journal, this incredible book will give kids the tools needed to manifest their best and most brilliant lives! *What parents and kids are saying about MANIFEST For Kids!* 'Manifesting has really helped me to understand my emotions, especially the chapter on conquering my fears. I felt calm after I read the book and now I like to use my toolbox, like the tip of taking a breath when I feel angry.' Ethan, age 8 'The daily journal helped me look at my day and think about all of the positive things that I have done and also the things that I am looking forward to. This made me feel happy and excited.' Selena, age 9 'I have both of Roxie's adult books and now I love having some tools to help my children too! My son (age 8) vocalised his fears to me after identifying them in the book and chatted about his toolbox and all of the things that can help him when he is feeling fearful.' Parent reviewer 'This book was an amazing opportunity for my daughter (age 9) and I to connect with one another and talk about our feelings.' Parent reviewer 'The breathing tools have been incredible, and my daughter (age 9) has started using them as a technique to help her. After reading the book, she has said how when she is finding something hard at school, she tells herself she can do it and not to panic.' Parent reviewer

by Aoife Dooley

€11.75

  A two-colour graphic novel about speaking-up and standing out when you feel different. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier How do you find your voice when everyone around you is telling you to be quiet? Frankie is different, and so is her best-friend, Sam. So when they both start secondary school, it's tough. Particularly when there are so many rules to follow, like: No talking in class! Be quiet in the hallways! Silence for assembly! Frankie doesn't know how she'll manage, because constantly talking is how she copes. So when she gets the chance to compete in a Battle of the Bands contest, Frankie couldn't be more excited. Except, to have a band, you need to have band members. And to have band members, you need to be good at making friends... Can Frankie learn to find her voice and stand out? A unique perspective on Autism, told with humour and heart. Brought to life with glorious colour artwork in a distinctive blue and orange palette. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.   Praise for FRANKIE'S WORLD: "I loved Frankie's story and could really identify with her character. This is such an amazing graphic novel that represents neurodiversity really realistically." Libby Scott "Aoife Dooley captures Frankie's autistic experience with great care, humour and love." Lizzie Huxley-Jones "A fun and relatable read about awkwardness, self-acceptance, family and friendship." Sarah McIntyre "Unique and often funny ... I cheered Frankie on through her journey." Sue Cheung "Frankie's World is funny, fresh and honest and I wish it had be around to read when I was little." Holly Smale "Offers an amusing and relatable story that celebrates neurodiversity through its sensitive exploration of Frankie's alienation from her peers" IRISH TIMES "A wonderfully charming, honest and funny look at growing up... one of my favourite books of the year" IRISH EXAMINER "Warm, funny and original" GUARDIAN "A great story about growing up and learning who you are" BOOKTRUST

by Aoife Dooley

€11.75

  How do you fit in and stand out when you feel different to everyone around you? "I loved Frankie's story and could really identify with her character. This is such an amazing graphic novel that represents neurodiversity really realistically." Libby Scott Winner of The Week Junior Book Awards' Children's Illustrated Book of the Year 2023. "Aoife Dooley captures Frankie's autistic experience with great care, humour and love." Lizzie Huxley-Jones "A fun and relatable read about awkwardness, self-acceptance, family and friendship." Sarah McIntyre "Unique and often funny ... I cheered Frankie on through her journey." Sue Cheung   Frankie knows she's not like anyone else in her class: she's different, but she can't quite figure out why. Is it the new freckle on her nose, or the fact she's small for her age? Or that she has to go to the hospital sometimes? Everyone else seems to think she's weird too, and they make fun of her at school. Frankie's dad left when she was a baby - maybe he was different too? It would explain why she always feels like an alien. So she and her best-friend Sam, embark on a mission to track him down.  A graphic novel offering a unique perspective on Autism, told with humour and heart.  Brought to life with glorious colour artwork in a distinctive blue and orange palette. Also seek out the sequel, Frankie's World: Finding My Voice

by Marcus Rashford

€11.99

It's hard to know what is possible until you start. You have to be ablbee to dream big and be prepared to work towards your dreams. Good things take time. I've achieved a lot, but it didn't come in one go - big things rarely happen overnight, and good things rarely happen as if by magic . . . Marcus Rashford is famous worldwide for his skills both on-and-off the pitch - but before he was a Manchester United and England footballer, and long before he started his inspiring campaign to end child food poverty, he was just an average kid from Wythenshawe, South Manchester. Now, Marcus Rashford MBE wants to show YOU how to achieve your dreams, in this positive and inspiring guide-for-life. No matter who you are and no matter where you come from, every single person in the world has the potential to be a champion. In You Are a Champion , the nation's favourite footballer gives you the tools you need to reach your full potential, showing you how to be the very BEST version of yourself you can be. Written with journalist Carl Anka, this empowering guide is packed full of stories from Marcus's own life, brilliant advice and top-tips from performance psychologist Katie Warriner. Perfect for readers who need to hear that they already are champions - they just might not know it yet. It shows kids how to: - Be comfortable with who you are - you can't be a champion until you're happy being you! - Dream big - Practise like a champion - good things take hard work and time - Get out of your comfort zone and learn from your mistakes - Navigate adversity in a positive way - Find your team - Use your voice and stand up for others - Never stop learning

by Marcus Rashford

€10.99

From Marcus Rashford, the No. 1 bestselling author of You Are a Champion and You Can Do It, comes Heroes: How to Turn Inspiration into Action! A positive and inspiring guide-for-life for kids. During your life you're going to come across people who will change your life. People who will inspire you to be the best version of yourself that you can be. Marcus Rashford is not only an International footballer - he's also a campaigner who has been on a mission to end child food poverty. Starting on this journey was never something that he could have done alone, and in Heroes Marcus wants to shine a light on ten brilliant people who have inspired him to make a difference. Each person has changed Marcus's life in their own way, and now he wants to show YOU how his heroes can inspire you to be your best self, and make a difference to the world around you. Written with Carl Anka, this book features profiles of 10 inspirational people from around the world who have inspired Marcus, and is full of brilliant advice and top tips. Includes: - Sir Alex Ferguson - Beyoncé - Muhammad Ali - Serena Williams And more! Don't miss more of Marcus's inspirational advice and empowering stories in You Are a Champion and You Can Do It.