Collection: Junior Non-Fiction Health & Wellbeing

A book about a child who has an adult friend who makes her feel special. Sometimes a bit too special. His touching makes her frightened and confused. It is only when she has the courage to tell someone that her heart begins to heal.

This reassuring picture book explains what autism is in simple terms. It aims to help children who may have siblings or classmates with autism understand what everyday life feels like from a child with autism's perspective. Part of a superb series of information books that give advice and promote...

Spend a day in the forest with Sloth and find out how she keeps so calm! This book has lots of advice for how to manage emotions and stay calm for its human readers. Topics include doing one thing at a time, getting enough rest, exercise and asking others for help.

Come into the present moment with everyday nature that makes you stop, watch and be amazed by the tiniest things. Zoom in to watch a hummingbird drink nectar; watch a pea shoot appear; see a little snail as he comes come out to drink. With charming text and real science, see nature up close and l...

This book, for children aged 9+, delves into the world of drugs and how these relate to our health. It explores medical, recreational and illegal drugs and includes topics such as smoking, addiction, legal highs and problems with drugs. It is illustrated with bright, graphic illustrations. Is is ...

"Sometimes when I sniff a flower, I get a tickle that just won't stop. Then, suddenly-achoo! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of sneezes. Learn how they happen, why sneezes are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts makes this a perfect fit for budding scientist...

"f we didn't know it before, we certainly know it now: Viruses can be powerful-so powerful, in fact, that they can hold the world in their grip for months at a time. But what exactly is a virus? Where do they come from and what do they do to our bodies? How do they spread, and what can we do to p...

So That's How I Began! is a book to have on hand from the moment a child begins asking questions. It explains modern day families, body parts, natural and assisted conception, pregnancy and birth. Presented in an age appropriate and matter of fact style, the book encourages all-important conversa...

As children begin puberty younger than ever before, some as young as 8 years old, So That's What's Happening! is a book that provides accurate, fun & age appropriate information about the changes which lie ahead. Suitable for boys and girls of any age, it presents an excellent introduction to pub...

As children begin puberty younger than ever before, some as young as 8 years old, So That's What's Happening! is a book that provides accurate, fun & age appropriate information about the changes which lie ahead. Suitable for boys and girls of any age, it presents an excellent introduction to pub...