PACT Collection

Lots of children feel shy when they don't know what to do or what to say. It might take them a while to warm up and feel more sure about talking to adults and joining in with other children. And sometimes a child just might like being on their own and playing alone. There may, however, be times w...

Nutrition is very important for children, but the most nutritious options are not always the most appealing. There is a lot of coverage in the media about the quality of school dinners and the growing problem of obesity in young children, so, if you are a parent or working in a childcare environm...

Over 70 tried and tested accessible activities and games for parents to use with dyslexic children and teens to boost their fundamental educational skills including reading, writing, spelling and executive functioning, and support wellbeing.

Sarah Ockwell-Smith's 'How to Be a Calm Parent' is part self-help book, part parenting book; aimed at parents who know that they need to be calmer to raise well adjusted, happy children, but who struggle with their own emotions and stress levels. It features twelve chapters, each with important t...

Stories play a crucial role in young children's social and literacy development. This guide gives professionals the skills to plan and run the best possible storytelling and reading sessions for children, from how to use props and voices, to how to cater for mixed ability learning groups.

Full of helpful information and advice, this is the perfect introduction for any adult parenting or caring for a child who has experienced attachment difficulties. It explains what we know about them and how they impact on children, as well as offering advice and tips.

From the constant chatter of well-intentioned advice to the chaos of navigating how best to care for your little one, becoming a mother is exhausting. For Binky Felstead becoming a mother marked the start of her journey towards feeling greater purpose and gratitude, but it wasn't an easy ride. Bi...

The death of a parent, sibling or friend is one of the most traumatic experiences for a child and it can be hard to know how to talk to them about it. In this honest, comforting and strength-building guide, children can look toward the future with hope. The author shares case studies of children'...

Boys today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. 'Don't Panic, It's Puberty!' offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spo...

As parents and carers, we try everything in our power to shield our children and prepare them emotionally for disappointments and upsets, but sometimes it can be hard to know what to do for the best. This book offers actionable tips that will give you and your child the tools to navigate these di...