Autism and Understanding: The Waldon Approach to Child Development
Walter Solomon, Chris Holland and Mary Jo Middleton
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"[The authors] provide a detailed breakdown of the scientific underpinnings of Waldon's theory in...
Our Little Lies
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How far would you go to protect your perfect life? Marianne has a life others dream of. A...
Psychological Thriller Fiction Mystery Suspense stand alone novel female lead
Saffy Alexandra (89 KP) rated Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Books
May 26, 2019
The way Rowling manages to make us all panic and worry for Harry the entire way through the book to end up actually rooting for the 'bad guy' is probably one of her many talents (no spoilers but read the last book people).
The introduction of the Dementors who are supposed to 'protect' the school and pupils was chilling - no pun intended - and the actual meaning of them for Rowling's own depression was a real interesting twist to these 'childrens' books. Just adding more and more layers to these fabulous books. Introducing a concept such as 'depression' to young readers is a very difficult thing to do and Rowling achieves this with grace and tact. Introducing something as big as depression to young readers, she has managed to crack through the metaphorical glass roof in the way of mental health. Showing children that any person (Wizard or Muggle) can be effected by depression but there are ways to help combat it is something that is done beautifully in this book.
One of the main things I loved about this book was that she made a werewolf, in which horror has made us fear and distrust, into a character we all root for and adore. His backstory of how he has been mistreated by society and basically pushed to one side is respondent to what has happened to certain people in our society. Again, these are meant to be children's books - Rowling manages to put these points across in such a informative but almost gentle way for children to understand without directly shoving it down their throats. I believe in this way Rowling has managed to help the readers who grew up with these books understand the issues in our society and has helped people grow up to want to help end the stigma attached to certain groups and help make equality in our society.
Not bad for children's book.
Magic Coloring Picture Book
Education and Games
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From the hit TV channel, BabyFirst, comes the perfect art app for toddlers! Even the youngest of...
What is Feminism? Why Do We Need it? and Other Big Questions
Louise Spilsbury and Bea Appleby
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What is feminism? Why do we need it? Where does it come from? Why does it exist? The word 'feminism'...
Bsit - Find a babysitter or a nanny for your kids
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FIND A TRUSTWORTHY BABYSITTER THROUGH YOUR NETWORK OF FRIENDS! Bsit helps you find babysitters,...
People grieve in many different ways, as Shari Arnold shows in her young adult novel <i>Neverland</i>. It has been four months since seventeen-year-old Livy lost her little sister Jenna to leukemia. Her mother has become a workaholic, her father a ghost, but Livy has become determined to help as many sick children as she can, either by reading to them or becoming a bone marrow donor. Livy’s life revolves solely around the children at the hospital but things begin to change when she meets the mysterious Meyer who takes her out of her comfort zone and challenges her to have fun.
As suggested by the title, <i>Neverland</i> is based upon the well-known story of Peter Pan. Meyer, like Peter, loves an adventure and whisks Livy away to do things she would never have thought to do on her own. By showing Livy how to have fun, Meyer hopes to encourage her to move on, but the big question is, is Livy ready to live without her sister?
The first part of the book has a contemporary setting that makes the story appear to be the typical girl meets boy who makes everything better type of novel, however the second section is completely different. Part two is so full of fantasy and magical ideas that it feels like a completely different book. Initially it was exciting when Meyer was something of an enigma, but suddenly the story becomes childish and fake once his true identity has been revealed, thus making the novel less gripping.
Nonetheless, <i>Neverland</i> is very moving as is anything regarding the death of young children. Arnold provides an interesting retelling of the delightful fairytale giving a totally new meaning to the children who do not grow up. Those who enjoy contemporary and fantasy novels will enjoy both elements however some readers expecting a young adult love story may be disappointed with the unrealistic turn the novel takes part way through.
Doctor Who - Philip Hinchcliffe Presents: Volume 2: The Genesis Chamber
Marc Platt, Philip Hinchcliffe, Ken Bentley and Andy Hardwick
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Philip Hinchcliffe, acclaimed producer of Doctor Who (1975-77) returns to tell new stories for the...
Good for Nothing: From Altruists to Psychopaths and Everyone in Between
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If humans are fundamentally good, why do we engage in acts of great cruelty? If we are evil, why do...
Parenting Your Disabled Child: The First Three Years
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If you or someone you know has a child with disabilities, this book is for you. Whether the problem...