While Mommy and Daddy are busy at work, I'm busy having fun at day care. Day care is fun, even though saying good-bye to Mommy and Daddy before work might not be. In this reassuring guide for young children, noted author Joanna Cole shows that, although parents may go to work, they always come back at the end of the day. A helpful Note to Parents is included. Acclaimed for her Magic School Bus series, Joanna Cole is also the author of the popular I'm a Big Sister, I'm a Big Brother, My Big Boy Potty, and My Big Girl Potty, all illustrated by Maxie Chambliss.
Reassuring and nurturing, these books are the perfect way for parents to remind little ones how much they are loved, even when their parents are at work. The beautiful, soft, diverse illustrations and supportive text will be welcomed by any working parent.
What's Going on with Mommy? is a book that follows a young girl as she seeks to find out what's behind a call her mother receives from the doctor. The book shares the shocking changes the young girl watches her mother go through--from frequent doctor visits to losing her hair. The girl watches her mom overcome one of the biggest challenges of her life. This book is a great way to help children understand some of the changes associated with a breast cancer diagnosis.
Written and illustrated by the talented and award-winning author-illustrator Rebecca Cobb, this extraordinary book deals with the loss of a parent from a child's point of view. Perfectly pitched text and evocative artwork explore the many emotions a bereaved child may experience, from anger to guilt and from sadness to bewilderment. And importantly, the book also focuses on the positive - the recognition that the child is still part of a family, and that his memories of his mother are to be treasured. Beautifully illustrated with moments of wonderful warmth and the gentlest humour, Missing Mummy is a touching, honest and helpful book that approaches a difficult subject with great integrity.
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Want to know the truth about what life is like as a mum and step-mum with a chaotic patchwork family? This book is everything I've been through that's made me who I am, plus the lessons I've learned from many mistakes. I hope that it will make you laugh as well as give you strength to keep going when times get tough. After all, we are all in this together... Rachaele, aka Part-Time Working Mummy Hundreds of thousands of fans flock to the Part-Time Working Mummy page for its heartfelt posts, honest accounts of complicated family life and its appeal to 'bring parents together to support each other through all the sh*t that life throws at us!'. This book channels the amazing spirit of the page, with Rachaele sharing behind-the-scenes experiences that have shaped her own views on parenting and life; packed with personal stories and lessons learned, it's about the best, the worst and the ok times in a 'normal' family. As well as tackling subjects like single parenthood, patchwork families, unexpected pregnancy, domestic violence and bullying, the book ultimately spreads a message of kindness amidst the chaos and inspires you to change the world for the better - and, of course, a good laugh to see you through the tough times!
Mummy goes to work every day! We want to learn about everything she does for us and why! Mummy Goes To Work tells the story of two children learning why their Mummy works and how it impacts their lives. Told in rhyme, this is a fun and exciting story with a powerful message for children aged 3-6. This charming picture book gives credit to working mothers for all that they do, even the things which can go unnoticed. It's a relatable story that allows children to realise everything their Mummy does and gives them an appreciation of the love and care they receive! BOOK EXTRA Hidden within the illustrations are the boy's glasses, creating an ongoing activity for children to help keep them engaged and make story time even more fun! Diversity Mummy Goes To Work has been written and illustrated carefully to create a space where children are encouraged to learn and question diversity in families. Suitable for a range of family types including single parents, queer or heterosexual parents, adoptive parents and blended families. Concentrating on the 'Mummy' figure, the book lightly touches on diversity through the illustrations, and a lack of clarification on the family structure allows children to think and explore different types of families. By only mentioning one parental figure, this book is relatable to many families, while the focus remains on a working mother supporting her family. Additionally, the book subtly shows that families can be made up of different races and/or ethnicities, without this being the main narrative of the story. The book never acknowledges who the biological parents are and 'Mummy's' ethnicity is never truly disclosed. In doing this, the story allows children to think and question multiracial diversity in families. Mummy Goes to Work shows that regardless of family structure, similarities remain in that Mummy works hard to support and love them. As more children read this book and have age-appropriate conversations about diversity, we can teach early literacy, while impacting the world in a positive way.