The Red Beast, Then and Now
In 2009, Jessica Kingsley Publishers released their very first colour picture book – The Red Beast, by K.I.Al-Ghani. This book went on to become a…
Tag: children
Different Minds: Understanding Twice Exceptional Children
Different Minds provides an insight into the challenges and benefits specific to gifted children with attention difficulties. You can purchase the book here. 1) Can you…
Improving Resilience in the Transition from Primary to Secondary School
In recent times, perhaps owing in part to transatlantic influences and the Harry Potter Hogwarts sorting hat, the primary-secondary school transition has developed into a…
Are We Really Friends? Advice from Autistic People on forming meaningful friendships
“I want to find friends who really want to hang out with me. Not just people who are nice, but people who make me feel…
THE THERAPEUTIC POWER OF SONG: AMIR’S STORY
THE THERAPEUTIC POWER OF SONG: AMIR’S STORY This blog post was written by JKP author Conio Loretto, MS, LCAT, MT-BC. Songs play an undeniable role…
Why Gender Affirming Care is Critical
Why Gender Affirming Care is Critical This blog post was written by JKP authors Kelly Darke and Shannon Scott-Miller Gender affirming therapy is part of…
How Children’s Literature Can Lessen the Stigma Around Mental Illness
This blog post was written by JKP author Lourdes Ubidia. The genre of Mental Health and Wellness in children’s literature is crucial to creating a…
The Grief Rock: Navigating Love & Loss with Kids
The Grief Rock: Navigating Love & Loss with Kids This blog post was written by JKP author Natasha Daniels. What happens when you wake up…
The Mindful Magician & Navigating Difficult Emotions
The Mindful Magician by Lauren Brukner releases on April 21, 2023. Can you briefly outline your history? How has this background influenced what you write…
Facing Mighty Fears About Baddies and Villains
This blog post was written by Dr. Dawn Huebner and includes an excerpt from the newest book in her Dr. Dawn’s Mini Books About Mighty…