Collection: Parenting

The artist known as Filthyratbag aims for the heart in this illustrated memoir on grief and Gen Z girlhood, shot through with equal parts incredulity and longing

Celeste Mountjoy makes art that explores anxiety, feminism, addiction, body image, relationships, and power. With uncanny precision, it articulates the dark stuff we feel but dare not show. Mountjoy has become a voice for a generation of women who are ambivalent about the absurd, sometimes harrowing, path to adulthood. In her debut book, she tells razor-sharp stories and shares never-before-seen illustrations that walk us through the twistiest parts of growing up, from encountering creepy old men and dealing with grief to getting really drunk and existential. Filthyratbag is at once a primal scream, a shrug, and a PSA declaring that even though growing up is brutal, there are always more beautiful things to come.

Winner of a Silver medal in the Independent Publishers Book Awards and Learning Magazine's Teachers Choice Award, 1001 Great Ideas has been a treasured resource in the autism community since 2004. In this expanded second edition, Ellen Notbohm (best-selling author of the revolutionary book Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew) and Veronica Zysk (award-winning author and former editor of Autism Asperger's Digest magazine) present parents and educators with over 1,800 ideas try-it-now tips, eye-opening advice, and grassroots strategies. More than 600 fresh ideas join tried-and-true tactics from the original edition, offering modifications for older kids, honing in on Asperger's challenges, and enhancing already-effective ways to help your child or student achieve success at home, in school, and in the community. This one-stop-shop of solutions, explanations, and strategies guides the reader to quickly find ideas that speak to the variety of developmental levels, learning styles, and abilities inherent in children with autism and Asperger's.

From potty-training expert and social worker Jamie Glowacki, who's already helped over half a million families successfully toilet train their preschoolers, comes a newly revised and updated guide that's "straight-up, parent-tested, and funny to boot" (Amber Dusick, author of Parenting: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures).

Worried about potty training? Let Jamie Glowacki, potty-training expert, show you how it's done. Her six-step, proven process to get your toddler out of diapers and onto the toilet has already worked for tens of thousands of kids and their parents.

Here's the good news: your child is probably ready to be potty trained EARLIER than you think (ideally, between 20-30 months), and it can be done FASTER than you expect (most kids get the basics in a few days--but Jamie's got you covered even if it takes a little longer). If you've ever said to yourself:

-How do I know if my kid is ready?
-Why won't my child poop in the potty?
-How do I avoid "potty power struggles"?
-How can I get their daycare provider on board?
-My kid was doing so well--why is he regressing?
-And what about nighttime?!

Oh Crap! Potty Training can solve all of these (and other) common issues. This isn't theory, you're not bribing with candy, and there are no gimmicks. This is real-world, from-the-trenches potty training information--all the questions and all the answers you need to do it once and be done with diapers for good.

Does your child shy away from trying new things? Perhaps they have experienced a big change recently and are finding it difficult to articulate their feelings? Do they feel out-of-control at times and want to understand why? These are signs that your child is ready to learn more about how to thrive during life's big and little changes.

This practical guide combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness methods with simple activities to help your child develop the skills to articulate their feelings and regulate their moods. It's aimed at children ages 8 to 12 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child's emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

I Can Handle Change is full of great information, fun activities, and top tips to help your child feel happy and balanced. Activities include:

• My name poem
• Mindful coloring
• Positive affirmations
• Transform your thoughts
• Slow down with senses
• What I can and can't control
• Looking for rainbows
• Asking for help
• Make a tiny house
• Take a mindful walk
• Design a mandala
• and more!

Your child will be guided, with the help of Zig--a friendly and supportive character they can identify with--through fun and engaging activities interspersed with useful tips, inspirational affirmations, and practical information for parents and caregivers.

An Indispensable Toolset for Same-Sex Parenthood

"An absolute 'must-have' for any LGBT couple engaged in family planning!" --Midwest Book Review

First published in 2016 and winner of four literary awards.* Now updated and packed with valuable information and more powerful stories of same-sex parents achieving and navigating parenthood.

Yes, you do have options. Same-sex couples (gay dads, lesbian moms, or other queer couples) are faced with many different options when choosing to have a family that includes beautiful children. In Journey to Parenthood, author, activist and father Eric Rosswood guides and helps prospective LGBTQIA parents explore adoption, foster care, assisted reproduction, surrogacy and co-parenting.

Create your own happy family unit. Each section includes a description of a specific family-building approach, followed by personal stories from same-sex couples and individuals who have chosen that particular path. Learn strategies for dealing with challenges you will encounter on this parenting journey.

Inside find:

• Strategies for successfully navigating same sex parenthood
• Firsthand accounts combined with critical tips and advice
• Updated information about adoption, foster care, assisted reproduction, surrogacy and co-parenting

If you benefited from Eric Rosswood's bestselling book We Make It Better or his Ultimate Guide for Gay Dads; or have read parenting books like Raised by Unicorns, Raising Good Humans, What to Expect When You're Expecting, or The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read, you'll want to read Journey to Parenthood.

* Winner of the 2017 IAN Book of the Year Awards in the Parenting/Family/Relationships category; the 2017 Readers' Favorite International Book Awards in the Parenting category; the 2017 Best Book Awards in the LGBTQ, Non-Fiction category; and finalist in the 2017 International Book Awards.

CAN PARENTS CREATE AND FOSTER PASSIONIN THEIR CHILDREN?

Ask Jackie Gouché, the author of RAISING KINGS, who inherited the gift of music from her grandmother and mother, and she has passed the gift down to the fourth generation, her sons. Jackie and her husband, Ronald, overcame seemingly insurmountable challenges, including addiction, incarceration, and seven years as a single mom, while raising her kings. The gift of music became her strength, and she used that strength to nurture and develop that same gift in her three kings.

These three young, Grammy-nominated artists are taking the music industry by storm. Readers will discover that RAISING KINGS is not a how-to book on parenting but simply the story of Jackie Gouché's experience in Raising Kings.

• DAVION FARRIS - R&B Artist, Producer, Songwriter & Engineer
• D SMOKE (Daniel Anthony Farris) - Musician, Rapper, Producer & Songwriter; 2019 Winner of the Rhythm & Flow, A Netflix Rap Competition
• SiR DARRYL FARRIS - R&B Artist, Producer, Songwriter & Engineer

Did you know there is magic inside of you? Not the hocus pocus kind of magic, but the kind that can make the the hocus pocus kind of magic, but the kind that can make the world a better place. You are a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with unique gifts and superpowers, including the ability to use your words, thoughts, and actions to make your dreams come true. The Magic of Me is your go-to guide that will awaken your mind, open your heart, and unlock your powers within. You deserve to be healthy and happy. You came to Earth to live an extraordinary life. It's time to remember who you really are and create who you choose to be. Let the magic begin!

"La ansiedad puede sentirse grande y poderosa. Puede aparecer inesperadamente, sin previo aviso."

Para muchos niños, puede ser abrumadora.

La ansiedad no es solo una experiencia cognitiva. Cuando los niños se sienten ansiosos, sus cuerpos responden físicamente a una amenaza percibida. Necesitan sentir una sensación de seguridad antes de poder decidir qué hacer.

El lector puede seguir a la joven narradora a lo largo que practica lo que le ayuda a ella para que la ansiedad no se apodere.

Encuentra tu Calma es un libro hermoso y accesible que enseña a los niños como acceder su sensación de seguridad cuando la ansiedad envía una falsa alarma, para que puedan encontrar su calma.

Incluye actividades de atención plena para practicar.

(Disponible en ingles como Find Your Calm).

"This is a book for sharing. The grown-up who reads this book with you is saying that they really do want to listen and understand. They're saying that it's good to take time to talk about a feeling even if it seems very complicated..."In the first of a series of children's books aimed at better understanding and articulating emotions, comes What Are Your Feeling? Taking a deep dive into 20 different feelings from sensitive to proud, quiet to mischievous, this book helps the child identify their emotions in ways that are healthy and easy to understand. With vivid illustrations that bring each feeling to life by the award-winning Daniel Gray Barnett, this book is a wonderful tool for self awareness, social-emotional learning, and sharing how we feel.

Savor every minute outdoors together with family camping meals

Camping is the perfect way to introduce kids to the beauty of nature--and connect the whole family over a shared meal under the stars. Introduce children to the joys of cooking and eating outdoors with this camp cookbook. It's packed with recipes for simple meals that they can help prepare and the whole group will enjoy. Hearty ingredients keep everyone's energy up for days of adventure--and evenings of passing treats around the campfire.

• Kid-friendly fare--Cook up nutritious dishes for any meal, along with twists on traditional campfire cooking like s'mores and roasted hot dogs.
• Outdoor activities--Explore fun camping games for kids ages 6 to 12, perfect for when they're waiting for dinner to finish cooking.
• Multiple cooking methods--Find recipes for the method that's most convenient: a dutch oven or skillet; a camp stove, fire, or coals; or even no heat at all.
• Tips for the trip--Find advice for successful car camping with kids, along with important safety measures, food prep guidance, and easy ways to get little ones involved.

Fuel outdoor fun with this family-friendly camping cookbook.

Harness the power of play-101 creative ways for you and your child to bond, have fun, and so much more!

What's the best way for children to relate to the world around them? Play! In this book, you'll find a collection of joyful activities that allow parents of children ages 3 to 9 to unlock the therapeutic benefits of play.

From strengthening your bond to decreasing their screen dependency, Play Therapy Activities offers a variety of simple exercises that can help improve your child's behavior, impulse control, self-awareness, and more. New to the idea of play therapy? This parent-friendly guide offers a comprehensive overview of the practice, as well as advice for making sure you and your child get the most out of your experiences together.

Play Therapy Activities provides:

• Open the play therapy toolbox-Discover how you can help your child hone certain skills and behaviors with arts and crafts, relaxation and breathing activities, and more.
• 101 Fun activities-Whether it's dancing, creating stories, or playing outside, discover on- and off-the-page activities (and tips!) for any number of occasions and moods.
• Play therapy revealed-Find out how and why play therapy is so effective, as well as the ways in which these activities can supplement actual play therapy.

Bring fun and skill-building games home with Play Therapy Activities.

Games, activities, and advice to get new, soon-to-be moms ready for the big day

Your first pregnancy probably has you feeling excited and maybe a little nervous. This pregnancy activity book is a fun collection of 100 creative puzzles, exercises, writing prompts, and advice to support you and help you stay positive as you prepare for motherhood.

Featuring everything from coloring pages and crossword puzzles to tips for diet, exercise, and preventing morning sickness, this guide will keep you entertained, help you record how you feel, and give you the tools to take on parenthood with confidence and good humor.

This first time mom pregnancy journal features:

• Fun activities--Unlike a classic journal, the prompts in this book are quick and light so you can do them anytime.
• Helpful advice--Lists and questions will give you guidance on finding a doctor or hospital, asking your OB/GYN questions, and more.
• Fun for each trimester--This book is organized into three trimesters and includes a section on childbirth, so the activities and advice will progress along with you.

Discover 100 enjoyable ways to stay sane and get ready for your bundle of joy.

Let's make preschool learning fun and easy

This Big Book of Letter Tracing Practice for Toddlers should make preschool learning simple, we present you our big letter tracing workbook for kids ages 2-4, We are conscious of the very fact that tracing letters and numbers for preschool kids is often a tough task, but this tracing book will surely do wonders for your toddler learning. Easy-to-follow format moves toddlers from correctly tracing letters with a finger to writing their own letters. Includes shapes and numbers. Ideal for ages 2-4.

This Big Book of Letter Tracing for Toddlers features:

• Development of writing skills, fine motor skills, and eye-hand coordination
• Suitable for children from 2-4 years
• Long-lasting motivation of your child
• Large and clear format
• Ideal gift for all preschoolers and school beginners
• Guaranteed fun for boys and girls!

The Book comes with:

• One alphabet at a time on one page to introduce your kid with the shape of each letter in detail
• Premium cover design
• Large size - 8.5" x 11"

Buy today to improve your child's writing skills now!

These writing, craft and doodling activities are designed to offer children support through experiences of loss, change, disappointment and grief by using creativity to combat negative feelings and help them work through difficult times.

Many parents struggle with sleep when their children are babies - and there are hundreds of books on the subject - but what happens to night-time parenting when you have a toddler or older child and the strategies that may have worked for your baby no longer seem to be helping? Older children's sleep is often complicated by factors which cannot be addressed simply by optimising a nap or tweaking the bedtime routine, and parents can feel frustrated and confused when their older children continue to wake at night or find it hard to settle.

Still Awake is a relatable and non-judgemental book for parents of children aged 18 months to 12 years old, and those that work with them, which explains the science of children's sleep and provides a multitude of practical and creative tools to support sleep, reduce conflict at bedtime and improve relationships. Firmly rooted in gentle and respectful parenting, it is an essential tool for improving night-times for the whole family.

Still Awake includes: