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Personal & social issues: disability & special needs (Children's / Teenage)
Paperback. Maria, a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), explains what MS is, how it affects her life and what her family and friends can do to help. This illustrated introduction to MS will be a helpful guide for children 7+, as well as older readers. Illustrator(s): Wiltshire, Sophie. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 48 pages, b&w illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 5AH; MJN; VFJD; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile; (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 228 x 19. Weight in Grams: 98.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785921469
- ISBN
- 9781785921469
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.94
€ 16.94
Paperback. In this illustrated guide Issy invites readers to learn about PDA, a part of the autism spectrum, from her perspective, helping them to understand how it causes her to find simple, everyday demands very stressful. Issy tells readers (aged 7 upwards) about all the ways she can be helped and supported by those around her. Illustrator(s): Powell, Jonathon. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 56 pages, 13 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFJB; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 6. Weight in Grams: 136.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055130
- ISBN
- 9781849055130
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.90
€ 16.90
Paperback. A boy with a peanut allergy explains what they are and how having one affects his daily life. He talks about how to make sure he lives a nut free life and how his friends and family can help with this. He also explains what treatment is used in emergency situations and how to handle special occasions, trips to friends' houses and going on holiday. Illustrator(s): Blackstock, Alice. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 56 pages, 12 black & white drawings. BIC Classification: 5AH; MJCM1; VFJB; YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 153 x 5. Weight in Grams: 134.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055932
- ISBN
- 9781849055932
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.21
€ 17.21
Paperback. Max invites readers to learn about Tourette's syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what tics and triggers are and what it feels like to have TS. He explains how people around him can help him to feel happy and accepted. This illustrated book will be an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions. Illustrator(s): Phillips-Smith, Anthony. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 56 pages, 12 illustrations. BIC Classification: VFJB; YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 5. Weight in Grams: 130.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054072
- ISBN
- 9781849054072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.90
€ 16.90
Paperback. This book is full of practical information, tips and hints to enable children with DCD to access and enjoy activities that other children take for granted. From football and rugby to swimming, skipping and skating, the advice covers all the regular childhood activities as well as games to improve physical organization and social skills. Illustrator(s): Atter, Elizabeth. Num Pages: 176 pages, 40 illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; VFX; YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 174 x 13. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106012
- ISBN
- 9781843106012
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.81
€ 24.81
Paperback. That's what fifteen-year-old Patson Moyo hears when his family arrives in the Marange diamond fields, leaving his previous life, school and friends behind with hopes for a better life. Soon Patson is working in the mines along with four friends in the Gwejana Syndicate. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: YFN; YXK; YXN. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 129 x 197 x 23. Weight in Grams: 280.
- Publisher
- Random House Children´s Publishers UK
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848531437
- ISBN
- 9781848531437
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.33
€ 17.99
€ 14.33
Paperback. Libby Starling is 15 and dying for the school trip. What will she wear? Most importantly, will Jesse notice her at last? But Libby becomes disabled after being ducked in the sea, and this novel takes a clear look at the pain and difficulties she faces. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 5AL; YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 200 x 128 x 24. Weight in Grams: 262. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Livewire Books for Teenagers
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KKD0004809
- ISBN
- 9780704349469
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Hardback. Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with AS, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in-just like Quinn. Illustrator(s): Thomas, Marc; Elder, Jennifer. Num Pages: 48 pages, 21 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; YXK; YXL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (JC) Children's (6-12); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 199 x 9. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 48
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108153
- ISBN
- 9781843108153
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.90
€ 21.90
Paperback. This illustrated book has is an insider's view of life as a child with autism attending a mainstream school and will be an invaluable resource in helping other children to understand their classmates with autism spectrum disorders. Readers will find this an entertaining, informative and attitude-changing read. Num Pages: 56 pages, approx 24 illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 5. Weight in Grams: 118.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 56
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104643
- ISBN
- 9781843104643
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.81
€ 24.81
paperback. Intended for teenagers (14-18 years) with their specific needs in mind, this book on Dyslexia helps young adults tackle these problems with practical strategies uniquely suited to them. It helps with reading, writing, spelling, memory and provides tips on how to take notes and organize study; how to deal with exams and use IT. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 232 x 154 x 15. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Publisher
- Vermilion
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 1st Edition.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091900014
- ISBN
- 9780091900014
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.77
€ 23.99
€ 17.77
Hardback. Astie is different. She wants to study fashion but no one in her class understands why. Then she is diagnosed with Social Syndrome and becomes even more left out and frustrated. But when a stranger appears on the island, Astie's differences are called upon to find out who he is. What she finds will shake the island's very core.. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 5AJ; YFB; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile; (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 138. .
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849056588
- ISBN
- 9781849056588
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.54
€ 23.54
Hardback. A completely up-to-date overview of the disorder of epilepsy, explaining how it affects teens, giving positive, factual information, and telling them what they can do to take control of their situations by understanding, managing, treating, and living normal lives with epilepsy. Series: It Happened to Me. Num Pages: 112 pages, 12 photographs, bibliography, index, footnotes. BIC Classification: VFD; VFJ; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 262 x 13. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843394
- ISBN
- 9780810843394
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.47
€ 91.47
Hardcover. Illustrator(s): DiMatteo, Richard A. Num Pages: 26 pages, 24 colour illus. BIC Classification: YBCS; YXK. Category: (JN) Preschool (0-5). Dimension: 199 x 199 x 9. Weight in Grams: 256.
- Publisher
- Specialty Press, Incorporated, U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 26
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781886941755
- ISBN
- 9781886941755
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 13.01
€ 13.01
Paperback. Provides you with the skills needed to get organized, retain information, communicate effectively, and perform well in school and everyday life. This book includes activities that helps you understand your disorder and cope with it effectively. It also includes tips for initiating positive action and change, and improving flexibility in thinking. Series: Teen Instant Help. Num Pages: 144 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 254 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- New Harbinger Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Csm
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608826568
- ISBN
- 9781608826568
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.28
€ 25.99
€ 18.28
Paperback. An informative and thought-provoking series that takes an in-depth look at common illnesses and disabilities. Series: Explaining. Num Pages: 48 pages, colour illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: YXA; YXK. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education. Dimension: 263 x 211 x 4. Weight in Grams: 204.
- Publisher
- Hachette Children´s Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 48
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445117706
- ISBN
- 9781445117706
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.12
€ 13.99
€ 11.12
Paperback. Gunilla, who is now an adult, received her diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome several years ago. She has written this book for all children and teenagers who have similar difficulties. It's an important book - in fact, it's the only one of its kind. Num Pages: 48 pages, portraits. BIC Classification: 5AN; JFFG; MMJ; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 173 x 123 x 4. Weight in Grams: 52.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853028403
- ISBN
- 9781853028403
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.62
€ 14.62
Paperback. "Tells the story of Jetty, a girl with ADHD. With the help of her doctor, counselor, teacher, and parents, she is able to overcome her problems at school and with friends"-- Num Pages: 96 pages, Full colour throughout. BIC Classification: 4W; YF; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 228 x 181 x 7. Weight in Grams: 252.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- American Psychological Association
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781433811975
- ISBN
- 9781433811975
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.42
€ 11.42
Paperback. Seb is a loner. Brilliant with numbers but hopeless with people, he prefers the company of computers and his only friend, Guzzle. Things change for the better when he makes some friends, and a new computer teacher arrives. However, Seb is soon caught up in a web of computer fraud and lies and turns to Madeline's mysterious cyber friend for help. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 9. Weight in Grams: 208.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100720
- ISBN
- 9781843100720
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.71
€ 19.71
Paperback. An extraordinary illustrated tale, set within the dark mystery of Venice and composer Vivaldi's life, about an orphan who finds her voice and future through the healing power of music - created by two award-winning literary greats. Illustrator(s): Ray, Jane. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 5AF; YFB; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 202 x 151 x 15. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Hachette Children´s Group
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781408336076
- ISBN
- 9781408336076
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.02
€ 6.02
Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 234 x 153. .
- Publisher
- New Harbinger Publications
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781626255760
- ISBN
- 9781626255760
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 14.29
€ 18.99
€ 14.29
Paperback. This guide to AS is written for young readers diagnosed with AS and autism spectrum conditions. It highlights the positive aspects of autism spectrum conditions, such as diligence, fairness and a knack for unique ideas, but also acknowledges the challenges faced by young people with AS and, crucially, offers strategies for dealing with these. Translator(s): Sanders, Esther. Num Pages: 112 pages, 17 half tones, 15 photographs. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 217 x 142 x 8. Weight in Grams: 150.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843105046
- ISBN
- 9781843105046
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.71
€ 19.71
Paperback. This workbook is designed for a child to work through with an adult. Unlike other books, its content and layout are devised for children who read, think and process information differently. The first part is a theoretical introduction. The second part is a series of worksheets through which the child creates a unique book about themselves. Num Pages: 160 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: 5AK; JMP; YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 296 x 213 x 9. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853029165
- ISBN
- 9781853029165
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.76
€ 47.76
Hardback. "What does it mean when someone dies?" "Why did someone I love have to die?" This book asks questions like these that a child might have about death before offering answers. It uses straightforward text and clear illustrations to explain what death means specifically to children with ASD and other Special Needs aged 5-11. Num Pages: 40 pages, 80 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; MJNA; VFJX; YXG; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile; (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 210. .
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785927508
- ISBN
- 9781785927508
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 20.65
€ 20.65
Paperback. A groundbreaking picture book which explains Asperger's Syndrome in a simple, gentle and positive way to very young children. Illustrator(s): Walsh, Melanie. Num Pages: 32 pages. BIC Classification: YBC; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 272 x 251 x 7. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Walker Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781406373141
- ISBN
- 9781406373141
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 10.03
€ 10.99
€ 10.03