Product Description
by Naira Wilson (Author), David Creighton-Pester (Illustrator)
Written by a child psychologist, this adorable touch-and-feel book introduces children to the concept of being afraid and offers tips on how to conquer the things that can make them feel fearful.
Recognizing and dealing with emotions is an important part of a child's development, and this tactile touch-and-feel book is an excellent introduction to the concept of feeling afraid. Written by a child psychologist who specializes in children's emotions, Scared Puppy explores how Puppy feels when fear takes over, and offers tips on how to overcome that fear. Young children--and Puppy--learn that many times, things aren't quite so scary after all! Includes a child-safe mirror so children can see exactly how they look when they are feeling brave!Author Biography
Dr. Naira Wilson is a clinical psychologist specializing in childhood mental health. She has a passion for early intervention and feels privileged to spend time with young people, who teach her a great deal about resilience, perseverance, and determination. Naira worked for many years in the NHS and now runs The Little Therapy Room in Oxford. Her Touch & Feelings series was inspired by a desire to help the very youngest child understand and manage their emotions. Naira's hobbies include sewing and cooking, and more recently, gardening. But her greatest love is her husband and her two children, who keep her inspired every day.
David Creighton-Pester is an illustrator and designer from Hamilton, New Zealand, where he lives with his wife and two young children. His illustration work has been used on products and published in books around the world, including the UK, New Zealand, Australia, France, Spain, the United States, and Canada.