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INTRODUCTIONBooks to help children with Anxiety - Anxiety in children is more common than many parents realise. Some children worry about school, friendships, new experiences, or bedtime, while others carry…
INTRODUCTION Colouring is one of the simplest and most calming activities children can enjoy. In a busy world filled with screens and stimulation, quiet creative moments are more important than…
Kindness is one of the first values many parents hope to pass on to their children, yet it’s often one of the hardest to teach. Children don’t learn kindness through…
In today’s fast-paced world, many children are growing up surrounded by noise, pressure, and uncertainty. Even at a young age, children can feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to express…
Finding the right books for young children isn’t just about colourful illustrations or fun characters. For many parents and grandparents, it’s about finding stories that gently support confidence, calm, and…
WHY CHILDREN'S EMOTIONAL WELLBEING MATTERS Children’s emotional wellbeing is not about fixing feelings or making worries disappear.It’s about helping children:Feel safe insideUnderstand their emotionsLearn that big feelings are manageableBuild confidence…
WHY I'M WRITING CHILDREN'S BOOK'S AT THIS STAGE OF MY LIFE.There are seasons in life when we push forward, and seasons when we begin to slow down and reflect. This…
MEET MURPHY - Murphy is a gentle, caring dog who helps children with big feelings - worry, fear, anger and kindness - through simple, reassuring stories.The Brave & Calm series…
OVERCOME FEARS Murphy may be a small dog but he faces big feeling just like many children do. Murphy faced new experiences and overcame his fears. LINK…
I never planned to stop working - and I certainly never planned to write children's books. But when ill health forced me to retire, one small dog called Murphy came…