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Your Seven-Year-Old

Life in a Minor Key

by Louise Bates Ames, Carol Chase Haber ...

Your Seven-Year-Old is devoted to the delightful but often anxious and withdrawn child of Seven. Although any seven-year-old will have moments of exuberance, security, and happiness, in general this is an age of introspection. As it begins, parents and teachers may welcome the quiet after the tussles and tangles of Six. But once the child of Seven starts to withdraw it’s almost as though he doesn ... Read more

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Your Seven-Year-Old is devoted to the delightful but often anxious and withdrawn child of Seven. Although any seven-year-old will have moments of exuberance, security, and happiness, in general this is an age of introspection. As it begins, parents and teachers may welcome the quiet after the tussles and tangles of Six. But once the child of Seven starts to withdraw it’s almost as though he doesn
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Everything I Know About Love

A Memoir

by Dolly Alderton ...

New York Times BestsellerLike Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true— a wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the funny, sharp British journalist and podcast host, who Elizabeth Gilbert calls “a sparkling Roman candle of talent.”“The older you get, the more baggage you carry. When you date at twenty-five, everyone walks into the bar with a very neat, light carry-on. When ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

New York Times BestsellerLike Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true— a wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the funny, sharp British journalist and podcast host, who Elizabeth Gilbert calls “a sparkling Roman candle of talent.”“The older you get, the more baggage you carry. When you date at twenty-five, everyone walks into the bar with a very neat, light carry-on. When
... Read more
The Room in the Attic

The TOP 5 bestselling novel from Louise Douglas

by Louise Douglas ...

THE #2 BESTSELLERDiscover the latest chilling, unputdownable novel, from the Richard and Judy bestseller.A child who does not know her name…In 1903 fishermen find a wrecked boat containing a woman, who has been badly beaten, and a young girl. An ambulance is sent for, and the two survivors are taken to All Hallows, the imposing asylum, hidden deep on Dartmoor. The woman remains in a coma, but the ... Read more

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THE #2 BESTSELLERDiscover the latest chilling, unputdownable novel, from the Richard and Judy bestseller.A child who does not know her name…In 1903 fishermen find a wrecked boat containing a woman, who has been badly beaten, and a young girl. An ambulance is sent for, and the two survivors are taken to All Hallows, the imposing asylum, hidden deep on Dartmoor. The woman remains in a coma, but the
... Read more
Raising Good Humans

A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids

by Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE ...

Break the cycle of reactive parenting and raise kind, confident kids with this essential guide—with nearly 1 million copies sold!“A wise and fresh approach to mindful parenting.”—Tara Brach, author of Radical AcceptanceA kinder, more compassionate world starts with kind and compassionate kids. In Raising Good Humans, you'll discover practical mindful parenting strategies to break fr... ... Read more

$17.09 CAD

Break the cycle of reactive parenting and raise kind, confident kids with this essential guide—with nearly 1 million copies sold!“A wise and fresh approach to mindful parenting.”—Tara Brach, author of Radical AcceptanceA kinder, more compassionate world starts with kind and compassionate kids. In Raising Good Humans, you'll discover practical mindful parenting strategies to break fr...
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Come Home, Indio

A Memoir

by Jim Terry ...

“a tour de force of comics” —Ed Park, The New York TimesOne of the Top Ten Graphic Novels of 2020, as chosen by the American Library AssociationOne of the Best Books of 2020, as chosen by Publishers Weekly“Fortunately for readers of this raw and intimate graphic memoir, Terry never fully lets go of his youthful vulnerability. . . . Reckoning with sobriety requires connection and humility, a... ... Read more

$18.69 CAD

“a tour de force of comics” —Ed Park, The New York TimesOne of the Top Ten Graphic Novels of 2020, as chosen by the American Library AssociationOne of the Best Books of 2020, as chosen by Publishers Weekly“Fortunately for readers of this raw and intimate graphic memoir, Terry never fully lets go of his youthful vulnerability. . . . Reckoning with sobriety requires connection and humility, a...
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Hannah Chan

A Young Girl and her Adopted Brother on a Tiny Island in the Japan Inland Sea

by Glenda Hofmann ...

Hannah ChanHannah, an eight year old Canadian girl, is powerless in the decision that has been made by her parents to move to a tiny island in the Japan Inland Sea. Once on the island she and her brother Taro are enrolled in the local elementary school. Iwagijima, like most of Japan’s rural islands, has suffered great depopulation. Many of the villagers are elderly. The few children growing up on ... Read more

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Hannah ChanHannah, an eight year old Canadian girl, is powerless in the decision that has been made by her parents to move to a tiny island in the Japan Inland Sea. Once on the island she and her brother Taro are enrolled in the local elementary school. Iwagijima, like most of Japan’s rural islands, has suffered great depopulation. Many of the villagers are elderly. The few children growing up on
... Read more
Raising Conscious Sons

Cultivating Purpose, Connection, and Inner Power in a Chaotic World

by Dr. Shefali Tsabary ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • USA TODAY BESTSELLERRaising Conscious Sons by bestselling author Dr. Shefali is a clarion call, a practical resource, and a hopeful invitation to radically reimagine how boys are understood, nurtured, and raised in the 21st century."Wise, compassionate, and enormously relevant, this book offers parents a powerful new framework for raising emotionally healthy, resilient ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • USA TODAY BESTSELLERRaising Conscious Sons by bestselling author Dr. Shefali is a clarion call, a practical resource, and a hopeful invitation to radically reimagine how boys are understood, nurtured, and raised in the 21st century."Wise, compassionate, and enormously relevant, this book offers parents a powerful new framework for raising emotionally healthy, resilient
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When Your Kid Goes to College

A Parents' Survival Guide

by Carol Barkin ...

$11.99 CAD
Overcoming School Avoidance

What to Do When Your Kid Won't Go to School

by Jayne Demsky ...

A compassionate guide that tackles one of the fastest-growing issues facing families everywhere: the increasing number of children who are refusing or reluctant to attend school.When a child stops going to school, the entire family feels the impact. School avoidance may look like defiance, but it’s often rooted in anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges—and influenced by factors within ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

A compassionate guide that tackles one of the fastest-growing issues facing families everywhere: the increasing number of children who are refusing or reluctant to attend school.When a child stops going to school, the entire family feels the impact. School avoidance may look like defiance, but it’s often rooted in anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges—and influenced by factors within
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Just Tell Me What to Say

Simple Scripts for Perplexed Parents

by Betsy Brown Braun ...

Parents are often perplexed by their children's typical behaviors and inevitable questions. This down-to-earth guide provides "Tips and Scripts" for handling everything from sibling rivalry and the food wars to questions about death, divorce, sex, and "whyyyy?" Betsy Brown Braun blends humor with her expertise as a child development specialist, popular parent educator, and mother of triplets. ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Parents are often perplexed by their children's typical behaviors and inevitable questions. This down-to-earth guide provides "Tips and Scripts" for handling everything from sibling rivalry and the food wars to questions about death, divorce, sex, and "whyyyy?" Betsy Brown Braun blends humor with her expertise as a child development specialist, popular parent educator, and mother of triplets.
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How To Teach a Child to Read from Scratch Step-by-Step?

The Simple Roadmap to Reading Success

by Laura Diaz ...

Are you trying to teach your chid to read and don't even know where to start?Or are you maybe a literacy or literacy-to-be teacher who islooking for a framework for teaching reading?In any case, this guide is here to help you!"How to Teach a Child to Read from Scratch Step-by-Step/The Simple Formula to Reading Success" outlines a logical, straighforward signature approach to teaching reading that ... Read more

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Are you trying to teach your chid to read and don't even know where to start?Or are you maybe a literacy or literacy-to-be teacher who islooking for a framework for teaching reading?In any case, this guide is here to help you!"How to Teach a Child to Read from Scratch Step-by-Step/The Simple Formula to Reading Success" outlines a logical, straighforward signature approach to teaching reading that
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The Crucial Years

The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12)

by Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler ...

An essential parenting guide for parents and caregivers, this book offers insights, strategies, and understanding to navigate middle childhood (ages 6–12). Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler, a seasoned clinical psychologist and mother, highlights ways to foster resilience, encourage open communication, and build lasting connections during this crucial period.There is a pivotal sea change happening in ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

An essential parenting guide for parents and caregivers, this book offers insights, strategies, and understanding to navigate middle childhood (ages 6–12). Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler, a seasoned clinical psychologist and mother, highlights ways to foster resilience, encourage open communication, and build lasting connections during this crucial period.There is a pivotal sea change happening in
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Homework Helper: 27 Study Hacks To Elevate Your Child’s Grades In 14 Days

by Samantha Gange ...

Is homework time a daily battle in your house? You're not alone. But what if your child could boost their grades—without tears, nagging, or hours of struggle?In Homework Helper, parenting expert Samantha Gange delivers a practical 14-day game plan filled with 27 powerful, science-backed study hacks designed to help your child thrive in school. Whether your child is in elementary or middle school, ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Is homework time a daily battle in your house? You're not alone. But what if your child could boost their grades—without tears, nagging, or hours of struggle?In Homework Helper, parenting expert Samantha Gange delivers a practical 14-day game plan filled with 27 powerful, science-backed study hacks designed to help your child thrive in school. Whether your child is in elementary or middle school,
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Parental Control

A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era

by Titania Jordan ...

Practical strategies and tips to help raise and teach children in a digital-first worldIn Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era, Titania Jordan, a renowned internet and social media safety specialist, tackles the urgent dilemmas of modern parenting head-on. As technology increasingly engulfs the lives of our children, this book emerges as a beacon for those looking ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

Practical strategies and tips to help raise and teach children in a digital-first worldIn Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era, Titania Jordan, a renowned internet and social media safety specialist, tackles the urgent dilemmas of modern parenting head-on. As technology increasingly engulfs the lives of our children, this book emerges as a beacon for those looking
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The Stepmoms' Club

How to Be a Stepmom without Losing Your Money, Your Mind, and Your Marriage

by Kendall Rose ...

An essential guide offering much-needed support, practical advice, and shared wisdom for those with the title "stepmom," who are navigating the complex terrain of blended families.Becoming a stepmom can be a challenging, sometimes isolating experience. The Stepmoms' Club provides valuable insights from a community of women who have been there and understand the journey. From dealing with ... Read more

$17.59 CAD

An essential guide offering much-needed support, practical advice, and shared wisdom for those with the title "stepmom," who are navigating the complex terrain of blended families.Becoming a stepmom can be a challenging, sometimes isolating experience. The Stepmoms' Club provides valuable insights from a community of women who have been there and understand the journey. From dealing with
... Read more
You Are the Parent

Move from Overparenting to Balanced Parenting and Become the Leader Your Child Needs

by Dr. Siggie Cohen ...

Dr. Siggie Cohen, beloved parenting expert and influencer behind the viral @dr.siggie, shares a profound framework that will empower a new generation of parents to lead with confidence and enjoy less chaotic, more harmonious, happier homes.Do you feel like you’re stuck in a power struggle with your little one and he might be winning?If so, you’re not alone. Modern parenting has become a quagmire ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

Dr. Siggie Cohen, beloved parenting expert and influencer behind the viral @dr.siggie, shares a profound framework that will empower a new generation of parents to lead with confidence and enjoy less chaotic, more harmonious, happier homes.Do you feel like you’re stuck in a power struggle with your little one and he might be winning?If so, you’re not alone. Modern parenting has become a quagmire
... Read more
Whipping Boy

The Forty-Year Search for My Twelve-Year-Old Bully

by Allen Kurzweil ...

Winner of the Edgar® Award for Best Fact CrimeThe true account of one boy’s lifelong search for his boarding-school bully.Equal parts childhood memoir and literary thriller, Whipping Boy chronicles prize-winning author Allen Kurzweil’s search for his twelve-year-old nemesis, a bully named Cesar Augustus. The obsessive inquiry, which spans some forty years, takes Kurzweil all over the world, from a ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Winner of the Edgar® Award for Best Fact CrimeThe true account of one boy’s lifelong search for his boarding-school bully.Equal parts childhood memoir and literary thriller, Whipping Boy chronicles prize-winning author Allen Kurzweil’s search for his twelve-year-old nemesis, a bully named Cesar Augustus. The obsessive inquiry, which spans some forty years, takes Kurzweil all over the world, from a
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The Hidden Gifts of the Introverted Child

Helping Your Child Thrive in an Extroverted World

by Marti Olsen Laney Psy.D. ...

Introverted children are often misunderstood, even by their parents, who worry about them. Engaged by their interior world, they’re often regarded as aloof. Easily overwhelmed by too much stimulation, they can be seen as unmotivated. Content with just one or two close friends, they may be perceived as unpopular. Parents fret that they are unhappy and maladjusted. But the truth is quite different: ... Read more

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Introverted children are often misunderstood, even by their parents, who worry about them. Engaged by their interior world, they’re often regarded as aloof. Easily overwhelmed by too much stimulation, they can be seen as unmotivated. Content with just one or two close friends, they may be perceived as unpopular. Parents fret that they are unhappy and maladjusted. But the truth is quite different:
... Read more
Raising Your Spirited Child Rev Ed

A Guide for Parents Whose Child Is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, and Energetic

by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka ...

Series Book 2 - Spirited Series
The award-winning bestseller that has helped millions, providing research-based, effective strategies, practical tips and real-life storiesThe spirited child—often called "difficult" or "strong-willed"—possesses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children. Research shows that spirited kids are wired to be "more"—by temperament, they are more intense, sensitive, perceptive, ... Read more

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The award-winning bestseller that has helped millions, providing research-based, effective strategies, practical tips and real-life storiesThe spirited child—often called "difficult" or "strong-willed"—possesses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children. Research shows that spirited kids are wired to be "more"—by temperament, they are more intense, sensitive, perceptive,
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Have a New Kid by Friday

How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

by Dr. Kevin Leman ...

Anyone who has dealt with a strong-willed child knows that it is no easy task to turn bad behavior around. But the popularity of TV programs like Supernanny and Nanny 911 shows that parents have had it up to here and are ready to try anything to get their children to behave. Bestselling author and psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman is here to help.Have a New Kid by Friday shows parents how to reverse ... Read more

$15.19 CAD

Anyone who has dealt with a strong-willed child knows that it is no easy task to turn bad behavior around. But the popularity of TV programs like Supernanny and Nanny 911 shows that parents have had it up to here and are ready to try anything to get their children to behave. Bestselling author and psychologist Dr. Kevin Leman is here to help.Have a New Kid by Friday shows parents how to reverse
... Read more
Simplicity Parenting

Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids

by Kim John Payne, Lisa M. Ross ...

A revised and updated edition of the classic, inspiring guide to raising calm and secure kids in a frenetic world, featuring a new chapter to address the modern parent’s concerns over setting limits and coping with social media“Brilliant, wise, informative, innovative, entertaining, and urgently needed . . . a godsend for all who love children, and for children themselves.”—Edward Hallowell, M.D., ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

A revised and updated edition of the classic, inspiring guide to raising calm and secure kids in a frenetic world, featuring a new chapter to address the modern parent’s concerns over setting limits and coping with social media“Brilliant, wise, informative, innovative, entertaining, and urgently needed . . . a godsend for all who love children, and for children themselves.”—Edward Hallowell, M.D.,
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The Danish Way of Parenting

What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids

by Jessica Joelle Alexander, Iben Sandahl ...

**International bestsellerAs seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world**What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

**International bestsellerAs seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world**What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T
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The Happy Sleeper

The Science-Backed Guide to Helping Your Baby Get a Good Night's Sleep-Newborn to School Age

by Heather Turgeon MFT, Julie Wright MFT ...

UPDATED IN 2024Many parents feel pressured to "train" babies and young children to sleep. But kids don't need to be trained to sleep--they're built to sleep. Sleep issues arise when parents (with the best of intentions) over-help or "helicopter parent" at night, overshadowing their baby's innate biological ability to sleep well. In The Happy Sleeper, child sleep experts Heather Turgeon and Julie ... Read more

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UPDATED IN 2024Many parents feel pressured to "train" babies and young children to sleep. But kids don't need to be trained to sleep--they're built to sleep. Sleep issues arise when parents (with the best of intentions) over-help or "helicopter parent" at night, overshadowing their baby's innate biological ability to sleep well. In The Happy Sleeper, child sleep experts Heather Turgeon and Julie
... Read more
Raising Your Spirited Child, Third Edition

A Guide for Parents Whose Child Is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, and Energetic

by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka ...

Series Book 4 - Spirited Series
In this third edition of her perennial bestselling parenting guide, Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka utilizes her deep experience to address the pressures previous generations of parents didn’t have to consider. Her empathy and effective advice are exemplified in the introduction of her new and easy to apply Spirited Child Approach, which nurtures the entire family.The Spirited Child Approach helps ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

In this third edition of her perennial bestselling parenting guide, Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka utilizes her deep experience to address the pressures previous generations of parents didn’t have to consider. Her empathy and effective advice are exemplified in the introduction of her new and easy to apply Spirited Child Approach, which nurtures the entire family.The Spirited Child Approach helps
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