This book provides a comprehensive overview of current research and theories related to social cognition and behavior in children. It delves into how children perceive and interact with their social environments, highlighting key findings and implications for understanding their developmental processes. The content is valuable for researchers, educators, and practitioners interested in child development and psychology.
The Good Life of Teaching extends the recent revival of virtue ethics to professional ethics and the philosophy of teaching. It connects long-standing philosophical questions about work and human growth to questions about teacher motivation, identity, and development.
It's the new school term and, as the baby inside Mum's tummy gets bigger and bigger, the family begins to plan for Christmas. There are lists to be made and presents to be wrapped. But could an unexpected Christmas gift be just around the corner?
The second in the hilarious and heart-warming young series about the chaotic life of the Butterfield family It's the summer holidays and the Butterfield family is going away to Cornwall. As usual, Mattie has plenty to worry about. What if she loses the luggage she's been put in charge of? What if someone falls over a cliff? And worst of all, what if they've forgotten someone?
Mum's 30th birthday is coming up and after such a hectic year for the Butterfields, Mattie wants to make it extra-special. Aided by best friend Lucinda, he decides a talent show to showcase the Butterfields' unique skills will be the best birthday surprise for Mum. With a host of unruly Butterfields and Lucinda's parents coming to watch, have Mattie and Lucinda bitten off more than they can chew?
Mattie thinks her Worry Lists are over now that the Butterfields have won the lottery! But when the council threatens to close Mattie's school because there aren't enough children to go there her worries seem bigger than ever. Can the Butterfields save the day and keep the school open?
Tash, Alice, Danni and Lissa are in their first year at Riverside Academy, making new friends, facing their fears and sharing their secrets. Tash wants to tell her friends truth about what's happening in her life. It would explain why she's struggling to be in right place at the right time. But she's promised someone very important that she won't.
Focusing on the chaotic yet endearing adventures of the Butterfield family, this installment continues to blend humor with heartfelt moments. Readers will enjoy the relatable challenges and the lively dynamics among family members, showcasing the ups and downs of their everyday lives. With its engaging storytelling, this series captures the essence of family life in a way that resonates with both young readers and adults alike.
A fantastic WBD flip-book featuring brand new stories from two bestselling teen authors: Sophie McKenzie and Chris Higgins.THE THIEF by Sophie McKenzieThe events in this special story take place between The Hostage and The Rescue, but The Thief can be read as a stand-alone story.The Thief stars the four Medusa teens, Nico, Ketty, Ed and Dylan. Following the explosion that ended The Hostage, the teens are sent to a boot camp in Spain - to learn some discipline, but also for their own protection. On the way there, the group are attacked and forced to carry out a high-risk diamond theft.WALKING THE WALLS by Chris HigginsFelix is not scared to be different - but his fellow pupils find him confusing. Felix doesn't care, but everyone around him seems to have something to say about how he's living his life...Why can't they just let him be Felix?
