Parenting > Disabilities/Differences

Explains why the attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is an asset in the digital age and shows readers how they can help their children to enhance the gifts by channeling ADHD-related traits into productive outlets. This title includes exercises for helping parents cope with feelings of failure they may be experiencing.

Many children spend their entire school lives struggling with their work. Research has shown that at least 10-15 per cent of children with apparently normal learning ability, will show a significant problem with school learning. They may feel that whatever they do it is not good enough - either for their parents, their teachers or indeed themselves. This can often result in feelings of demoralisation, and even alienation from learning and school. This book aims to address these issues and to help parents understand and deal with th... read more

ADHD has been a controversial issue over the last few decades but in child psychologist Glen Stenhouse's opinion, based on his 15 years of clinical experience, this should not be so. It is estimated that about five per cent of children have a personality type known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. These children are active, impulsive, impatient, enthusiastic, demanding and exhausting to parent - and extremely likeable. Does My Child Have ADHD is for parents wondering whether their child has this particular pers... read more

This is an updated and revised edition. Previously published as 'Bridging the Gap'. Has your child been labelled bad, lazy or rude? Is he extremely verbal but can't tie his shoelaces. Does she have a hard time making or keeping friends? Does he feel especially awkward in social situations? Your child may be one of millions who suffers from non-verbal learning disorder (NLD), a neurological deficit that prevents children from understanding non-verbal cues like tone of voice and facial expressions. Though they are often exceptio... read more

Every day all over Australia, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same. They may not speak the same language. And their lives may be quite different. But inside, they are just like you.

'My big sister Clemmie is my best friend. She can't walk, talk, move around much, cook macaroni, pilot a plane, juggle or do algebra. I don't know why she doesn't do these things. Just because.' This heartwarming picture book tells of a brother's love for his sister. He is so enthusiastic about just how loving and special she is, and delights in telling us about all the fun things they do together. Only as his tale unfolds does the reader begin to realize that his sister has special needs...and by then we just accept as he does all... read more

Toby loves his big sister Clemmie. She always looks after him and he looks after her - even when her disability means she has to go to hospital again. They still find ways to have fun together - and their story will help encourage children facing a similar situation. Toby and Clemmie first appeared in Just Because, in which Toby paints us a picture of his super big sister and all the things they do together - just because. Praise for Just Because 'A truly lovely book' Michael Rosen 'Deserves a place on every bookshelf' Jacqueline W... read more

Celebrating tolerance and acceptance, this title focuses on the rewards and challenges of having a friend with a disability. It deals with everyday situations that are accompanied by informative sidebars that provide details of the highlighted disability.

Celebrating tolerance and acceptance, this title focuses on the rewards and challenges of having a friend with a disability. It deals with everyday situations that are accompanied by informative sidebars that provide details of the highlighted disability.

Celebrating tolerance and acceptance, this title focuses on the rewards and challenges of having a friend with a disability. It deals with everyday situations that are accompanied by informative sidebars which provide details of the highlighted disability.

Perry is no ordinary Labrador retriever. As a guide dog it is Perry's job to look out for his owner, Sarah. Learn the ways a guide dog helps a blind person and about the deep bond they share.

A little girl finds that no matter what she tries to do, she is always overshadowed by her older, bigger sister. But then Small comes into her own one landmark day when her sister's parrot is caught up a tree and her sister is afraid to climb up to save it. Small has to come to her rescue, and the incident makes her realize that she doesn't have to live in anyone's shadow any more.

A ground-breaking and stereotype-shattering book from the award-winning Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross. Susan laughs, she sings, she flies, she swings. She's good, she's bad, she's happy and she's sad. In fact, Susan is just like everybody else, even though she is in a wheelchair.

"All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome" takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome (AS), drawing inspiration from the feline world in a way that will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS. Delightful colour photographs of cats bring to life familiar characteristics such as sensitive hearing, scampering at the first sign of being stroked, and particular eating habits. Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different and leaves the reader with a sense of the... read more

"All Dogs Have ADHD" takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using images and ideas from the canine world to explore a variety of traits that will be instantly recognisable to those who are familiar with ADHD. Following the style of the award-winning "All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome", charming colour photographs of dogs bring to life familiar ADHD characteristics such as being restless and excitable, getting easily distracted, and acting on impulse. This delightful book combines ... read more

Milly and Molly learn how different Dads can be.

What did Milly and Molly find so special about Alf?

The use of repetition and rhythm makes this a very juanty and refreshing read. (Generosity)