A gentle picture book that examines the issue of patience in a reassuring way - perfect for young children who struggle with waiting their turn. The story offers a way in to talk about our frustrations and how we can manage them, reinforcing good behaviour. At the end of the story, there are notes for parents and teachers with suggestions of ways to help children deal with the big emotions they experience. Maisy hates waiting for anything. She gets really cross if she has to wait her turn, at school or at home. When her sister Lola is late, and then Maisy has to wait for her to play, Maisy is really cross and upset. Lola teaches her some ways to be more patient. But will Maisy be able to show more patience at the park the following day?This book is part of a series, Our Emotions and Behaviour, which is perfect for sharing with children as a gentle means of identifying and discussing their emotions, boosting their confidence and helping social and emotional development. Each book has a fun story which is backed up by suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together and a wordless storyboard for children to tell a story themselves and reinforce the story's message. The series supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
The perfect gift for a new baby or young child, celebrating just how precious and loved they are. Through gentle rhyming words and magical illustrations, On The Night You Were Born captures the overwhelming love and joy felt when a new baby is born. Nancy Tillman's heart-warming story follows animal families as they welcome new arrivals to the world. Pairing rhyming text with heart-warming illustrations, this book for young children and new parents is ideal for letting little ones know how cherished they are by the people around them. It's an ideal keepsake for new parents, perfect for bedtime and a book that can be read again and again. In a sturdy board book, just right for little hands to hold, this very special story by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest tots to new mums, from young friends to grandparents. A New York Times bestseller, On the Night You Were Born is a beloved addition to every family bookshelf. On the night you were born, you brought wonder and magic to the world. The moon stayed up till morning. Polar bears danced.