Item category 2: Family Collection - When a book might help

Kathy Hoopmann 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.

Kathy Hoopmann 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.

A book to help children and families cope with the loss of a baby. Matthew is excited about the new baby. But then, one day, something very sad happens. The doctor tells Matthew's mother that her baby isn't growing properly and it won't be strong enough to live outside her body. Matthew and his m...

'All the Nonsense in my Teeth' is a dream-like story about brushing your teeth, that takes readers on a journey into the narrator's imagination and encourages good personal hygiene and following a daily routine. The charming artwork and sing-song rhyme scheme take readers on an adventure filled w...

Alternating between the point of view of The Bullied (Alex) and The Bully (Dan). Alex has really severe OCD and Dan has various home problems, but you find yourself rooting for both boys from the beginning.

Join five animal friends as they start school in this delightful introduction to the school day, from getting dressed in the morning to home time. Charming illustrations depict the school day and some of the early years concepts including colours, shapes, numbers and counting, weather and seasons...

There are all kinds of emergencies, and for some people, being ready for an emergency is part of their everyday life. In this series, you will see a day in the life of a child who lives with a potential emergency. Learn about the condition, the warning signs and what you can do to help in an emer...

There are all kinds of emergencies, and for some people, being ready for an emergency is part of their everyday life. In this series, you will see a day in the life of a child who lives with a potential emergency. Learn about the condition, the warning signs and what you can do to help in an emer...

Based on the true story of the same-sex Laysan Albatross couples of O'ahu, Hawaii, this picture book celebrates the unique relationship between two birds as they take their first steps into parenthood. With illustrations by Hawaiian artist Kimberlie Clinthorne-Wong, this charming story explores t...

Reds love being red. Yellows love being yellow. And Blues love being blue. The problem is this, they just don't like each other. But one day, along comes a different colour who likes Reds, Yellows and Blues, and suddenly everything starts to change. Maybe being different doesn't mean you can't be...