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When do you become an adult? What does it mean to grow up? And what are the experiences that propel us forward — or keep us stuck? These are the questions that journalist Moya Sarner sets out to answer as she begins training as a psychotherapist. But as she delves further into her own mind and others’, she soon realises that growing up is far from the linear process we imagine it to be. So begins a journey of discovery into what growing up really involves, and how we do it again and again throughout our lives. From early adulthood through to old age, When I Grow Up examines each life stage, interrogating the traditional markers of adulthood and finding new ones. Through conversations with grown-ups from all walks of life, and through her own experiences and training, Sarner probes deep into our psyches to discover how we grow and develop, and what we need to thrive throughout our lives.
This hugely exciting picture book collaboration by internationally celebrated musician-comedian Tim Minchin and award-winning illustrator Steve Antony is a an absolute treat for all ages. Inspired by Tim Minchin's hit song WHEN I GROW UP from MATILDA THE MUSICAL, the book takes a humorous yet moving look at adult life from a child's perspective.
A little boy shares with his mum his dreams of what he might be when he grows up in this tender picture book from the host of The Talk and Big Brother, Julie Chen, and New York Times bestselling artist and Caldecott Honor recipient Diane Goode. One night while getting ready for bed a little boy starts to wonder what life will be like when he grows up. He could be a painter, a musician, a mountain climber, a mayor… He tells his mother all about his big ideas…and all of the other things he wants to do. But when will he grow up? And why does it take so long?
The creators of CHECK ON ME and FIRST DAY ask a very important question: What do you want to be when you grow up? The answers are sure to entertain and amuse parents and kids alike! What do you want to be when you grow up? A performer? An astronaut? A secret agent? From the team who brought you FIRST DAY and CHECK ON ME comes a gorgeous and funny picture book about big dreams and even bigger imaginations! Ages 3+ 'Written with just as much enthusiasm and energy as its bright and colourful, varied and visually appetising illustrations, WHEN I GROW UP is fetchingly engaging and brilliantly stupendous. Perfect for classroom discussions' -- CBCA READING TIME
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A first book of jobs that challenges gender stereotypes with its positive and inclusive message.The important message in this first book of jobs is that children can be whatever they want to be when they grow up. With a variety of jobs and a diverse cast of characters, this book is an excellent way to start conversations with young children about their futures. The bold, graphic illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Melanie Walsh, along with simple vocabulary, bring each profession to life.
In a gripping novel with a plot pulled from the headlines, Todd Strasser turns his attention to gang life in the inner-city projects. DeShawn is a teenager growing up in the projects. Most of his friends only see one choice: join up to a gang. DeShawn is smart enough to want to stay in school and make something more of himself, but when his family is starving while his friends have fancy bling and new sneakers, DeShawn is forced to decide--is his integrity more important than feeding his family?
This bright and colorful board book is packed with simple facts and flaps to lift and is the perfect book for any child who loves all things that go! Discover a collection of exciting vehicles in this fun lift-the-flap book. Packed with flaps and simple facts, this is the perfect book for any child who loves all things that go!
Turn the acetate pages in this simple, yet deceptively clever, book and see what the children want to be when they grow up Imagine rummaging in the dressing-up box and coming across an eye patch. Put it on and become a pirate In this book a simple item on a transparent acetate sheet will magically transform the child on the page. At such a young age you may dream of being an astronaut, zoo keeper, or a superhero - anything is possible Let your imagination flow with this fun, colorful, and interactive book designed to promote discussion and vocabulary building. The perfect book to enrich a child's imagination and vocabulary, this is also a great gift and fun learning tool.