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When Kenny and Nicky rescue a rook left for dead, Kenny is determined to keep it alive. Nicky doubts the scruffy bird will make it, but then Nicky has plenty else to worry about. Now it's Nicky's turn to struggle – with a school bully, his first love and the fact that everything is about to go very, very wrong.

Sometimes it can seem like the world isn't built for you or like you don't belong. But why should you change who you are for the sake of others? Sinéad Burke is many things - an author, an activist, a teacher, a British Vogue cover model. She also happens to be a little person at three and a half feet tall. Reflecting on her experiences growing up, she offers a heartfelt and inspiring guide on believing in yourself and finding comfort and pride in your own skin. 

For centuries, magicians have astounded and delighted audiences with incredible illusions. But here's their biggest and best-kept secret: learning magic tricks can help you grow your confidence, feel happier, and boost your brain power! Professor Richard Wiseman, psychology professor and member...

Growing up is exciting, but it can also be a strange and confusing time. This audiobook will help you ride your rollercoaster more smoothly! We'll cover the usual things such as periods and body changes, but also equip you with the knowledge you need to flourish and thrive in today's world, from self-care and recognising healthy relationships to talking about your mental health with confidence.

Growing up, Dr Camilla Pang loved patterns and ordering things. She was obsessed with Disney, infatuated by Stephen Hawking and the language she only really understood was science. Diagnosed with autism age eight, Camilla felt like an outsider - and kids often like nothing better than to gang up on outsiders. This is the story of how Camilla used science as her sidekick for navigating the world - allowing her to translate ideas she could understand (like gravity and light waves) onto things she couldn't (like people, how long to smile for and when someone needed a hug).

From head teacher and star of Educating Yorkshire, Mr Matthew Burton, this is the ultimate secondary school survival guide. 'Find great friends. Boost your confidence. Build towards your brilliant future.' Secondary school can seem scary. Corridors are wide, older students look terrifying and...

A funny and reassuring guide for children facing big changes. Whether you're starting a new school, finding it difficult to make friends, dealing with bullies, or experiencing your first crush, this book has all the advice you need to get through it. Comedian Rosie Jones has gone through her...

Do you want to make the world a fairer and more equal place? But are there times when all those big complex problems feel totally overwhelming or difficult to understand? You're not alone, and yet sometimes it's just the little things you can do, every single day, that all add up and make the biggest difference. In this handbook, founders of Everyday Racism Natalie and Naomi Evans introduce young listeners to anti-racism work - explaining what racism is, where it comes from, and the everyday small actions young people can take to combat it.

Discover how to train your brain and become the best you can be in this empowering and inclusive guide by the nation's favourite doctor, Dr Ranj. Brains don't look like much, do they? A touch of slime here, some squishy grey stuff there. But in fact, your brain is more powerful than any...

The nation's favourite doctor, Dr Ranj, is here to explain everything you ever wanted to know about puberty - plus lots more. What does it mean to be a boy? And I'm not just talking about what you have between your legs, but what life is really like for boys. Growing up is a real minefield! So...

 What Do You Think? is the perfect audiobook to help young people find their voice, flex their social superpowers and communicate exactly what they're thinking, with confidence, empathy and kindness. Listeners will understand better what's influencing their ideas, how to form and change opinions, including their own, and that debate and disagreements don't have to be shied away from. In fact, if navigated properly, these conversations can lead to new ideas, stronger relationships and change the world for the better.  

This inclusive and empowering audiobook will explore what it means to be a boy and how to nurture positive traits and habits. It will be a celebration of everything 'boy' in all of its different shapes and forms, whilst tackling potentially harmful traditional narratives and stereotypes. We'll reflect on what it takes to be a kind, good and responsible boy in today's pressurised world. We'll look at everything from identity, gender and sexuality, to feminism and allyship. We'll also look at friendships, relationships and consent.

No one is too small to make a change. Growing up, there is so much out of our control and to feel frustrated about. But in this inspiring and practical handbook, bestselling children's author and Human Rights campaigner, Onjali Raúf, shares her top ten ways for finding hope, creating change and...

Discover how you can cut the stress, catch up on sleep and breathe a little easier with 50 practical tips to really make you feel happier! The world is a pretty stressful place, and we all need some help reminding us to take care of ourselves. But the good news is that there are loads of easy...

Clare Balding, TV presenter, sportswoman and best-selling author has had some spectacular falls in her life - from not fitting in at school and falling in with the wrong crowd, to last-minute hiccups and mistakes on live TV - so she knows what it takes to embrace your mistakes and move on from them! With personal stories from Clare herself and from the lives of the people she most admires, children will discover how to develop courage in the face of tough situations.

Drawing examples from sport, science and even business, Dare to Be You empowers young listeners to follow their own path, love what makes them different and question the world around them. With You Are Awesome's trademark mix of hilarious text, stylish illustration, personal insights and inspiring real-life examples, including Greta Thunberg and Malala Yousafzai, Matthew Syed introduces children to the power of diverse thinking. When you stop doubting yourself, embrace change and let your kindness loose, you become your own action hero.

One of Britain's most treasured authors Michael Rosen delivers a big helping of comfort and joy in this collection of heart-warming true tales from around the world on themes of hope, courage and crocodiles. Perfect for kids aged 6+! This hug of a book contains joyful surprises on every page!...