Parenting

Updated to include new information about social media, cyber-bullying, online safety and dieting trends, the sixth edition of The Puberty Book answers all of those direct (pre) teenage questions.

Completely revised and updated edition of this well-established textbook, which details all recent changes in Government policy and legislation within the area of childcare.

This book lists and glosses more than 200 of the most popular Irish names for boys and girls.

A comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of child development and learning within early childhood care and education settings, with particular focus on the holistic development of the child to include physical, cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, moral, spiritual, creative and cultural development.

Comprehensive and practical textbook presenting an overview of early childhood curriculum, exploring a range of early childhood theorists, their pedagogical principles and how these complement and reinforce the underlying philosophies and themes of Aistear and Siolta.

An introduction to early childhood education, detailing the various approaches to curriculum, theories of play, and the principles and philosophy of Aistear and Siolta in providing for the holistic development of the child.

Raising Emotionally Healthy Children explores how parents can help their children reach their potential as emotionally healthy adults.

Unique book integrating the theory and principles of the curriculum framework Aistear, together with the quality standards of Siolta, to provide a context for everyday practice in early years settings.

There are many books on How to be a Mother. But do they ever tell us how it really is? Thankfully, Emily Hourican is about to, via a series of hilarious reminiscences and profound observations.

In this title, Tony Humphreys shows how the development of a child's self-esteem is the cornerstone of their educational, emotional and personal growth.

Career Coach provides parents with the tools they need to guide their teens as they make choices regarding their future careers.

A new practical guide to understanding and planning creative activities that promote a child's learning, development and well-being, with specific regard to age and stage of development.