Childs Growing Mind

Discover how people grow, adapt, and thrive within the networks of relationships and environments that surround them. Growing Minds, Shaping Worlds: Understanding and Applying Ecological Systems Theory explores Urie Bronfenbrenner’s groundbreaking model of human development and reveals how family, school, community, culture, and history all interact to shape our lives. This accessible yet comprehensive book offers a clear guide to understanding the five systems—microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem—and shows why development can never be explained by ...

There's nothing worse than going into something blindfolded and clueless about what to expect, and raising a child is no different. The anxiety, tension, and self-doubt can be overwhelming, but when you have the info in your hands, you'll be more relaxed and equipped to handle different stages and phases with poise. Luckily, this guide covers all the bases of child development, from milestones and temperament to emotional, physical, and mental growth and everything in between – say goodbye to being caught off guard!

Have you ever wondered what makes a kite fly or a boat float? Have you ever thought about why snowflakes are symmetrical, or why golf balls have dimples? Have you ever tried to make a kaleidoscope or build a pair of stilts? In Calling All Minds, Temple Grandin explores the ideas behind all of those questions and more. She delves into the science behind inventions, the steps various people took to create and improve upon ideas as they evolved, and the ways in which young inventors can continue to think about and understand what it means to tinker, to fiddle, and to innovate.

Unlock the FUNdamentals of friendship for your tween girl! Help her navigate relationships, peer pressure, and social media with confidence—even if she’s struggling now. Do you wish she had a simple guide to help with friendships, social media, and self-confidence?

November is filled with excitement, surprises, and difficult choices for Claudia, Queen of the seventh grade...and no one can make her choices for her.

Asking her older brother Charlie to train her softball team over spring break, Kristy is convinced that Charlie is a great coach, until he meets Angelica and is no longer able to pay attention to the kids.

Growing up in a world where we are constantly reminded of our color, Black kids face challenges that their peers might not always understand. Systemic prejudices that persist can cast shadows on their dreams and aspirations and end up having a negative impact on their self-esteem. So it is imperative to realize the transformative power of positive self-talk and positive affirmations. This collection of affirmations is a nurturing embrace, a protective shield, and a guiding star seeking to ensure that every Black child listening to it feels seen, heard, and loved.

Puberty comes with a lot of changes for girls today. There's the thrilling stuff: making friends, discovering their superpowers, and finding their voices. Then there are the not-so-fun parts: body changes, school stress, and totally understandable social anxiety. It's enough to make a Rebel Girl's head spin! That's where we come in.

Amelia Bedelia and her friends are at a school event when they accidentally hurt the feelings of Candy, the new girl in their class. To save their annual ice cream party, Amelia Bedelia and her friends must learn (and practice!) a thing or two about manners, kindness, being polite, and being a good friend.

Body hair. Changing friendships, feelings, and fluids. The tween years can be awkward and confusing—but with enough information and an open mind, you can thrive! Growing into You! has all the puberty facts you’re looking for and more.

¿Estás a punto de convertirte en padre o madre y sientes curiosidad por el fascinante proceso del crecimiento y desarrollo, desde la formación de unas simples células hasta la adolescencia? ¿Te desconciertan los repentinos cambios de humor y los actos rebeldes de tu hijo adolescente, y desearías poder entender cómo funciona su mente para poder ver las cosas desde su perspectiva y fomentar interacciones más armoniosas?

Join world-renowned investigative reporter Eleanor Amplified as she goes undercover to help a student reporter and fan, Miku Tangeroa, expose the corruption at her middle school. Together they discover that the new organic lunch program and tech-based learning systems are doing more harm than good and might actually be part of an evil plot that might put all of Union City in danger. Can Eleanor, Miku, and their friends get to the bottom of these suspicious events in time?

A Trip Down Childhood Lane takes you deeper into the formative years of Charlie, a girl whose mind works in ways few around her truly understand. From the guilt of eating the last piece of chocolate to the painstaking ritual of cutting clothing tags before school, Charlie’s childhood is a mix of heightened emotions, meticulous routines, and moments of unexpected connection. She’s the friend who quietly sits beside a boy battling a brain tumor, the student who knows every answer in math class but hides in the bathroom to escape the chaos of lunch. She finds joy in her perfectly arranged ...

Inspiring Young Minds: Unlocking Creativity and Passion in Children through Stories and Activities by VentureNest Books is a dynamic resource aimed at parents and educators looking to cultivate creativity and passion in children. This book offers a curated collection of stories and interactive activities specifically designed to stimulate imagination and engage young learners. Addressing common challenges such as encouraging creativity and nurturing a child's passions in a fast-paced world, 'Inspiring Young Minds' serves as a toolkit for mind development.

Our minds are full of color. But what do you do when one color shines brighter than the others? This series is the ultimate mindfulness toolkit packed with tips and activities that help listeners manage strong emotions. The content aids in self-awareness and personal development for young children, allowing them to find their own ways of dealing with anger, sadness, excitement, and nervousness. This volume includes The Red Book: What to Do When You're Sad and The Yellow Book: What to Do When You're Excited.

Our minds are full of color. But what do you do when one color shines brighter than the others? This series is the ultimate mindfulness toolkit packed with tips and activities that help listeners manage strong emotions. The content aids in self-awareness and personal development for young children, allowing them to find their own ways of dealing with anger, sadness, excitement, and nervousness. This volume includes The Blue Book: What to Do When You're Sad and The Purple Book: What to Do When You're Nervous.

It's time for Moorepark Middle School's annual Speak Out Challenge, and Billy Broccoli thinks he's got it made. With his best friend Hoover Porterhouse - the ghost with the most - by his side, Billy's got the competition in the bag. Who wouldn't vote for a demonstration on mind reading? But when Billy lands a spot on the seventh grade team, he starts spending more time with his new teammates than he does with Hoover. And the Hoove plays second fiddle to no one! If Billy's not careful, his secret weapon might vanish.

Eleven-year-old Melody has a photographic memory. Her head is like a video camera that is always recording. Always. And there's no delete button. She's the smartest kid in her whole school–but NO ONE knows it. Most people–her teachers and doctors included–don't think she's capable of learning, and up until recently her school days consisted of listening to the same preschool-level alphabet lessons again and again and again. If only she could speak up, if only she could tell people what she thinks and knows ... but she can't, because Melody can't talk. She can’t walk. She can’t write.

Teach and learn the laws of happiness! This book will help your children use the power of their own thoughts to increase their everyday happiness. Inspired by the wisdom of A Course in Miracles, this book gives children a friendly introduction to the laws which govern their minds, using clear and relatable examples. Young readers are led through tips on how to cool off when they're upset, raise their self-esteem, and become genuinely loving to others. Also included is a Parents' Guide offering tips on how to communicate compassionately and effectively with the children in your life. Caring adults will learn how to be loving supporters while encouraging children to gently speak about their issues, instead of bottling them up.

Understanding Perspective for Kids by VentureNest Books offers a valuable approach to broadening children's viewpoints and enhancing their empathy. It addresses common challenges such as difficulty connecting emotionally with others or understanding diverse perspectives, which can hinder their social interactions and creative thinking. This interactive guide is filled with engaging activities and relatable stories that help young listeners recognize and appreciate various perspectives.