Wonderful Me
A First Guide to Taking Care of Yourself
Published on 7. May 2024
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-0-7112-8757-0 (ISBN)
Description
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 Vania 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.
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 Vania 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.
Reviews / Votes
"...[a] cheerful guide to self-care" -- Miriam Aronin * Booklist * "a pleasure to read and a wonderful resource for instilling the importance of self-care and mental health in young readers." * INIS Magazine *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From First Grade to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 6 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
Colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 222 mm
Width: 196 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
340 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7112-8757-0 (9780711287570)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Dr. Nancy Shapiro is a clinical psychologist in private practice and has been working in the field of mental health since 1987. She is also the Chief Operating Officer and Training Program Director at TurnUp Activism, a non-profit that has helped thousands of young people on their path towards becoming civically engaged. She has a BA from Simon's Rock of Bard College, an MA from Lesley University and a PsyD from Antioch New England Graduate School. Outside of work, she is a mother of three, an oboist and composer, and enjoys cycling, tennis, reading and writing.
Vania Sacramento is a Portuguese illustrator who loves drawing children, nature and animals. Her style is colourful and whimsical and celebrates the diversity of our world. She lives in Frankfurt, Germany with her husband and son.
Vania Sacramento is a Portuguese illustrator who loves drawing children, nature and animals. Her style is colourful and whimsical and celebrates the diversity of our world. She lives in Frankfurt, Germany with her husband and son.