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Orwin Miriam
SLIM FOR LIFE for CHILDREN. Regime and Recipes
Centre of Creative Healing Australia paperback stiff card 2004 196 pages. A book for our times when so many people are becoming concerned about overweight children and their parents!. The author is well-known in the field of health and nutrition and has produced several books. Healthy food but food that attracts children. Metric and Imperial measures. Very good condition. ISBN 0975145819. paperback
Bookseller reference : 19594 ISBN : 0975145819 9780975145814
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Andrew Matthews
FOLLOW YOUR HEART. Finding Purpose in Your Life and Work
Seashell Publishers Australia small quarto paperback stiff pictorial card 2001 reprint 144 pages illustrated. The author is well-known for his series of books including 'Being Happy' and Making Friends' which together have sold millions of copies. Seems to be a very popular book - this is the 21st reprint! Very good copy. ISBN 0646310666. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22146 ISBN : 0646310666 9780646310664
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Anne McCullagh Rennie
YOU CAN CALL ME ELLIE
New Holland Australia large-format paperback 2005 272 pages illustrated. An inspiring story of a family and a little girl diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth. In it we find Ellie battling to prove that she is an individual eith the ability to achieve beyond all expectations. Includes family photos and some paintings done by Ellie. This copy is worn especially at corners but is otherwise solid and fair. Priced to reflect condition. ISBN 1741101727. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22163 ISBN : 1741101727 9781741101720
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Dr John Irvine with Warwick Irvine & Ian Wallace
COPING WITH SCHOOL
Simon & Schuster Australia small quarto paperback 1998 reprint 160 pages illustrated. 'A problem-solving guide to help you and your children survive the crucial early years at school.' The author is a teacher school counesllor and university lecturer dealing with the area of interest of this book. Has a bit of edge and corner wear but is fairly good. ISBN 0731802578. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22181 ISBN : 0731802578 9780731802579
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Dr Phil McGraw
FAMILY FIRST. Your Step-by-Step Plan for Creating a Phenomenal Family
Free Press large-format paperback 287 pages. Certainly a topic for our times with so many pressures on traditional and non-traditional families. Light wear and paper tending to browning otherwise good. ISBN 9780743273770. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22180 ISBN : 9780743273 9789780743277
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Kirsten Kuhnert
EVERY DAY A LITTLE MIRACLE. The Gift of the Dolphins
Smart Publishing Australia paperback 2002 251 pages illustrated. From the German first published in 1999. 'After the tragic near drowning and subsequent brain damage of her son Timmy Kirsten 'Kiki' Kuhnert transformed these dramatic experiences into incredible benefits . . . . Timmy had been in his 'own world' for 15 months when the first miracle happened as he swam with the dolphins.' Kiki went on to found a charity organization 'dolphin aid' and since then hundreds of other children with health challenges have been helped. Light wear good copy of this very scarce book. ISBN 1876344113. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22111 ISBN : 1876344113 9781876344115
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Dan Kindlon and Michael Thompson
RAISING CAIN. Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys
Penguin paperback 2000 298 pages. An insight into the psyche of boys for parents and teachers. Two child psychologists discuss the growing boy and offer practical and positive solutions to the problems that have plagued exasperated parents for years based on case studies and extensive research. Good clean copy with permanent clear plastic over cover which has not been put on well and is a little wrinkled. ISBN 0140279709. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22102 ISBN : 0140279709 9780140279702
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Rollo Browne and Richard Fletcher editors
BOYS IN SCHOOLS. Addressing the real issues - behaviour values & relationships
Finch Publishing Australia paperback 1995 246 pages illustrated. 'Schools face serious daily problems with boys' behaviour and attitudes which reduce the quality of education for boys and girls.' The book draws together a variety of inputs in searching for answers. Light general wear but fairly good. ISBN 0646239589. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22103 ISBN : 0646239589 9780646239583
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Tarbox Katherine
KATIE.com. MY STORY
Hodder paperback 2000 196 pages. One teen's descent into the wilds of the Internet and the dangerous encounter she had online. At the age of 13 she all unwittingly effectively invited a sexual predator into her bedroom. This copy is well used but is intact and fairly good. ISBN 0733613322. paperback
Bookseller reference : 22080 ISBN : 0733613322 9780733613326
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Doan Eleanor
261 HANDCRAFTS and FUN FOR LITTLE ONES
Zondervan Publishing A4 paperback stiff card cover 1971 93 pages illustrated. Simple handcrafts for the pre-school and primary ages. Been reprinted 17 times as of this print so seems to be very popular. Starts with a chapter on 'Your Supply Closet' with suggestions for organizing and collecting suitable materials with list. Then each project is described accompanied by line drawings. All 261 of them! Should keep the little ones occupied for some time to come. Light wear and there is a tiny spot on one corner but generally it is a good copy. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21960
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Allen K. Eileen and Lynn R. Marotz
DEVELOPMENTAL PROFILES. Pre-Birth Through Twelve 4th Ed
Delmar Learning quarto paperback stiff card cover 4th Edition 2003 258 pages illustrated. Extensive coverage of the topic illustrated with many B&W and colour photos. The authors are on the staff of the University of Kansas. Note there is a later edition of this work. Very light wear good copy. ISBN 0766837653. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21945 ISBN : 0766837653 9780766837652
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Hall Doriel and Francois Barbira Freedman
YOGA FOR PREGNANCY
Hermes House A4 paperback stiff card cover 96 pages illustrated. 'The safe and gentle way to prepare your body and mind for birth in step-by-step sequences.' Illustrated with a huge number of full colour photos printed on art paper. Tiniest of corner damage but otherwise very good clean copy. ISBN 1844777529. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21887 ISBN : 1844777529 9781844777525
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Gullo Dr Chas
DESIGNER FAMILY
Self-published large-format paperback stiff card cover undated 2006 210 pages illustrated. Foreword by Christine Caine. Parent of five successful dentist and a pastor the author offers a blueprint for a happier family life. Note has a religious component. Signed by the author on title page. Has some small damage one edge but not serious otherwise good. ISBN 0975815601. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21882 ISBN : 0975815601 9780975815601
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Family Circle
TREASURY OF SIMPLE & ADVANCED NEEDLECRAFT FOR PLEASURE
Murdoch Books Australia A4 paperback stiff card cover 1993 112 pages illustrated. A beautifully presented book packed with colour photos and detailed instructions for a wide range of projects. Includes some patterns in a separate section that can be removed and used. The back cover is creased but otherwise the book is good. ISBN 0864111762. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21843 ISBN : 0864111762 9780864111760
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Bennett Vicki
MAKING DREAMS COME TRUE. Visualisations to help children & adults achieve goals
Hodder & Stoughton Australia small quarto paperback stiff card cover 1996 96 pages illustrated. Simple visualisations and practical exercvises to help children set and achieve their goals. For parents teachers children aged one to infinity. Light wear but basically good copy. ISBN 0733602703 paperback
Bookseller reference : 21841 ISBN : 0733602703 9780733602702
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Shaw Mary Ann
YOUR ANXIOUS CHILD. Raising a Healthy Child in a Frightening World
Birch Lane Press octavo hardcover 1995 174 pages. The author a licensed psychologist has been helping parents and their children since 1959. She holds academic posts in the field. In this book she aims to help parents recognize and understand anxiety in heir children so they can do themselves what she does for children in her practice. She aims to teach parents not to be anxious and how to focus on their children in a positive way. The book has a largish greeting inside front but is otherwise a good clean solid copy with a good dust-jacket. ISBN 1559723181. hardcover
Bookseller reference : 21587 ISBN : 1559723181 9781559723183
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Charles Emma
HOW COULD HE DO IT
Preface paperback stiff card cover 2009 343 pages. One day a small girl Tamsin broke down and told he mother that her father had been sexually abusing her. It was a horrible jarring note in a family that until then had apparently lived happily together. Very good copy except for one turned-down page corner. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21691
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Wesson Nicky
ALTERNATIVE INFERTILITY TREATMENTS
Vermilion large-format paperback 1997 192 pages. One in six couple experience infertility according to the author. From the blurb: 'This book lists the hazards of conventional treatments and outlines ways in which you can improve your fertility through diet exercise and relaxation techniques.' Signs of wear and some age-staining of paper but fair. ISBN 0091815428. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21543 ISBN : 0091815428 9780091815424
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Fischer Karen
DON'T TELL THEM IT'S HEALTHY. A Parent's Guide to Marketing Nutritious Food to Children & Teens
Health Before Beauty Australia paperback 2009 160 pages. 'A parent's guide to marketing nutritious food to children and teenagers' - in other words the book is designed to help parents - in fun ways - to get children and teens to eat nutritious food on a daily basis. The author is a qualified nutritionist and mother of two who reveals the simple techniques she spent years trying and testing. She specializes in child health and skin conditions such as eczema. In the book she deals with issues such as fast food ads on TV the lunchbox and the tussles over 'eating your vegetables' etc. Except for a couple of very tiny edge spots this is a very good clean copy. ISBN 9760646486901. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21521 ISBN : 9760646486 9789760646482
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Van Dyk Diny
AQUATICS FOR THE VERY YOUNG
Nelson Australia small quarto paperback stiff card cover 1987 125 pages illustrated. The author believes quatic educaiton should start as early as possible. The book provides a detailed plan and guidance for parents in particular illustrated with numerous B&W photos and some colour plates. The book shows signs of some damp affectation but there is no actual damage to anything. There is a small blotted-out name in front. ISBN 0170070093. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21378 ISBN : 0170070093 9780170070096
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Matthews Anne
ASTROLOGICAL NAMES FOR YOUR BABY
Lothian Books paperback 2003 378 pages. Over 20000 names on offer - from the traditional to the exotic. If you can't find one to suit you here then you must be hard to please! Some minor wear and a bit of age-staining of paper but fairly good. ISBN 0734405065. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21404 ISBN : 0734405065 9780734405067
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Collings Sally
SOPHIE'S JOURNEY
HarperCollings large-format paperback 2007 327 pages illustrated. Sophie Delezio was a little girl in a kindergarten when an out-of-control car smashed into the building starting a fire. Nobody died but Sophie suffered third-degree burns to 85 percent of her body. She lost both feet some fingers and her right ear. Sophie survived but the unthinkable happened - two years later she was fit by a car with near-fatal injuries. This is the story of this battered but amazingly resilient little girl. With two section colour photos. Tiny tear edge of back page but otherwise a good solid clean copy. ISBN 0732285526. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21439 ISBN : 0732285526 9780732285524
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Goldman Family
I DID IT! Why O.J. Simpson's Confession of the Killer Must Not Remain a Secret
Gibson Square paperback 2007 204 pages. As if the botched trial of O.J. Simpson was not enough Mr Simpson in 2006 announced a six-figure book and publicity tour in which he would reveal how he would have committed the murders of his wife Nicole and Ron Goldman hypothetically. Public outrage followed and 400000 copies of the book were pulped. In 2007 a Florida bankruptcy court awarded the copyright to the estate of Ron Goldman to satisfy the unpaid award in the civil suit for wrongful death. This book is considered by the family to be effectively a confession of guilt and has been published as such with a commentary. Slight damage front cover and minor wear good copy. ISBN 9781906142094. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21293 ISBN : 9781906142 9789781906145
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Staerker Dr Paul
TENDER TOUCH. Massaging Your Baby to Health and Happiness
Media Masters Singapore small quarto paperback stiff card cover 1999 122 pages illustrated. A hands-on guide to baby massage explores age-old therapies to create exciting new vistas for bonding and parenthood. 'The sustaining gift of touch that determines your baby's future.' With many aspects of touch e.g. the baby's emotional development the nervous system calming a screaming baby acupressure points to treat specific conditions and more. An attractively produced book illustrated in colour. Slight corner bump otherwise very good copy. ISBN 9810412754. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21225 ISBN : 9810412754 9789810412753
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Family Circle
PERFECT PASTA. Classic Recipes for Easy Inexpensive Meals
Murdoch Books hardcover pictorial boards 1992 64 pages illustrated. The authors say 'pasta is easy to prepare and serve.' For enthusiasts there is an introductory section telling how to make pasts. But all the recipes can be made with prepared pasta. Metric measures with a conversion chart for Imperial in front. Very good clean copy. ISBN 0864112653 hardcover
Bookseller reference : 21232 ISBN : 0864112653 9780864112651
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Ojeda Dr Linda
I LOOKED IN THE MIRROR AND SCREAMED. Healthier Eating for Teenagers
Piccadilly paperback 1993 106 pages. This commonsense diet book treats dieting as an emotional and psychological issue as well as a physical one. Small name in front and some minor cover marks otherwise good clean copy. ISBN 1853402141. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21122 ISBN : 1853402141 9781853402142
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Sharkey Ruth
RUTH SHARKEY'S GUIDE TO NATURAL CONCEPTION Updated Edition
Castleview Australia large-format paperback Updated 2004 358 pages. 'Australia's acclaimed babymaker tells you all you need to know about getting pregnant naturally.' Slight corner wear otherwise good solid clean copy. ISBN 0858579237. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21068 ISBN : 0858579237 9780858579231
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Stanway Dr Penny
GREEN BABIES. Practical Guidance for Today's Parents
Century large-format paperback stiff card cover 1990 192 pages illustrated. The author also wrote the bestseller 'Breast is Best'. How to protect your child from the ill-effects of modern industrialization. Advice on baby products chemicals the home breastfeeding nappies diapers to Americans diety fertility organics and so much more. A little edge wear but otherwise fairly good and solid. ISBN 0712639187. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20981 ISBN : 0712639187 9780712639187
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Ferber Dr Richard
SOLVE YOUR CHILD'S SLEEP PROBLEMS
Dorling Kindersley Australia paperback stiff card cover 1999 reprint 207 pages The doctor is a recognized world authority on children's sleep disorders. The book has a Foreword contributed by Professor Kim Oates Chief Executive of the New Children's Hospital Westmead NSW. The book shows practical ways of ensuring restful sleep for both children and parents. Tells you exactlyu what to do if your child refuses to go to bed has trouble falling asleep wakes up frequently in the middle of the night and more. Slightly bent and a bit worn on edges but generally fairly good. ISBN 1864660783. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20978 ISBN : 1864660783 9781864660784
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Maley Barry
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS. Where the Law is Heading and What it Means for Families
Centre for Independent Studies Australia paperback 1999 118 pages. The author Director of the Taking Children Seriously program discusses the need for protection of children's rights but also investigates some trends in 'protection' measures e.g. UN activities that may have the adverse effects. Minor marks good copy. ISBN 1864320389. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20995 ISBN : 1864320389 9781864320381
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Silberg Jackie
125 BRAIN GAMES FOR TODDLERS AND TWOs
Gryphon House large-format paperback 2000 143 pages illustrated. The author an early childhood advocate says that the infant's brain is twice as active as a college student's and it can absorb and organize new information faster than an adult's brain can. Some corner and edge wear but fairly good. ISBN 0876592051. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20997 ISBN : 0876592051 9780876592052
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Henry Sam
ROAD TO PARENTHOOD ADOPTION AND BEYOND The
Hesperian Press Australia paperback stiff card cover 2003 162 pages illustrated. The perils and pitfalls of becoming adoptive parents. Written by an Australian who with his wife Georgie traversed the path adopting an Ethiopian child. Other than some creasing of the front cover card this is a good clean copy. ISBN 0859053156. paperback
Bookseller reference : 21004 ISBN : 0859053156 9780859053150
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Tiquia Rey
CHINESE INFANT MASSAGE. A guide for the massage of children up to five years old
Greenhouse Publications Australia paperback stiff card cover 1986 96 pages illustrated. We are told that for thousands of years the Chinese have used infant massage to treat a range of infant illnesses from colic to the common cold. Illustrated with line drawings. Inside front and back the book is a bit sun-faded and there is a name inside front otherwise it is fairly good. ISBN 0864360382. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20870 ISBN : 0864360382 9780864360380
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Kaufman Dr Miriam
HELPING YOUR TEEN OVERCOME DEPRESSION. A Guide for Parents
Key Porter Books largeformat paperback 2000 262 pages. Comprehensive easy-to-read approach for parents and teens and also for university students dealing with depression. Recommended by Dr Samuel Parrish Director of the Student Health and Wellness Center Johns Hopkins University. Signs of having been read but in good condition. ISBN 1552632784. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20886 ISBN : 1552632784 9781552632789
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Thornton and Shea
101 EXCUSES FOR A BAD SCHOOL REPORT
Scholastic Australia paperback 2007 no pagination about 80 pages illustrated. A series of cartoons depicting the various excuses. 'Your uptight parents clearly aren't aware of the interfering aliens faulty alarm clocks rampaging bees allergies to chalk dust and more.' Good clean condition. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20803
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Keogh Stan Creative Director
DADDY COOL. Inspiring Lessons for Fathers
Ice Water Press square paperback stiff card cover 2007 no paginatiion illustrated. Basically a series of B&W full-page photos on various animals with brief texts opposite each. Somehow I don't think all dads would appreciate this book. Yes I do want to sell it; never mind my comment but somehow I can't help thinking I didn't need photos and slogans to be a good dad. Oh well it's here for you if you want it. Has some minor defects but chiefly inside front has some residue from something removed card or bookplate or something like that. ISBN 9781904707004. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20645 ISBN : 9781904707 9789781904707
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Barker Robin
BABY LOVE GUIDE TO SLEEPING
Pan paperback stiff card 1998 74 pages illustrated. Practical advice illustrated with line drawings. Has a heavy crease to front cover but is otherwise good. This book must have something going for it as it is very scarce. ISBN 033036104X. paperback
Bookseller reference : 19775 ISBN : 033036104X 9780330361040
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Rau William and Ester Family
Cooking Keepsakes
Michigan: Self Published 1998. Book. Good. Spiral with Stiff Boards. First Edition. 170pp - Illustrated with Family Photographs - Favorite recipes of the William and Esther Rau of Ogemaw County Michigan - Good condition in sprial bound stiff boards. Self Published Hardcover
Bookseller reference : 004012
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Hogg Tracy with Melinda Blau
SECRETS OF THE BABY WHISPERER. How to calm connect and communicate with your baby
Vermilion large-format paperback 2001 287 pages plus author note. The author brings twenty years' experience in this field to provide practical advice. Lightest of wear good solid clean copy. ISBN 9780091857028. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20304 ISBN : 9780091857 9789780091859
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Kovacs Gabor and Wood Carl
INFERTILITY
Churchill Livingstone Patient Handbook 22 paperback stiff card 1984 68p illsts. A useful study by two experts in the field. Minor wear good copy. ISBN 0443028567. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20319 ISBN : 0443028567 9780443028564
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Radencich Marguerite C. and Jeanne Shay Schumm
HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD WITH HOMEWORK
Hawker Brownlow Education Australia small quarto paperback stiff card cover 1991 177 pages. For Parents of Children Aged 6-13. Every caring parent's guide to encouraging good study habits and ending the Homework Hassles. Small amount of corner damage and light wear but generally fairly good. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20337
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Goodyer Paula
KIDS DRUGS. A realistic guide for parents
Allen & Unwin Australia paperback 1998 210 pages. The author a former journalist with Fairfax is a health writer and parent. Short crease on front cover and black remainder line on bottom otherwise good. ISBN 1864487542. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20351 ISBN : 1864487542 9781864487541
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Stanton Rosemary
FOOD FOR UNDER 5S
Allen & Unwin large-format paperback 1991 reprint 145 pages. The well-known healthy living expert turns her capable hand to feeding the small fry. Lots of useful advice for busy mums dealing with the endless problems of their children almost as troublesome as my cat!. Small name in front and tiny bit of corner wear otherwise good. ISBN 0044422563. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20342 ISBN : 0044422563 9780044422563
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Gribbon Trish and Dr David Geddis
NITS AND OTHER NASTIES. Battling the bugs that attack children
Sun Books Australia A4 paperback stiff card cover 1982 75 pages illustrated. Covers a wide range of problems besetting children set out in popular style with humorous colour illustrations. The book is worn on the edges but is otherwise good. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20334
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Day Jill editor
BREASTFEEDING NATURALLY
Australian Breastfeeding Assn small quarto paperback 2nd Edition 200 pages illustrated. Described as the 'topselling breastfeeding guide' the book covers many aspects of the topic and is illustrated with diagrams and many B&W and colour photos. This copy is a bit bent at corners and front cover tending to curl but is o.k. otherwise. Priced to reflect less than good condition. ISBN 192100102X. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20240 ISBN : 192100102X 9781921001024
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Downey Peter
SO YOU'RE GOING TO BE A DAD
Simon & Schuster large-format paperback 2002 reprint 207 pages illustrated. Described as a tough no-holds-barred look at fatherhood dealing with the trials and joys of parenthood. Very good copy. ISBN 0731804643. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20215 ISBN : 0731804643 9780731804641
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Feldman Dr William
LEARNING AND ATTENTION DISORDERS The Daily Telegraph
Robinson paperback 2002 198 pages. A clear and honest discussion of the problems involving learning and attention disorders in children. Offers reassurance to all parents of children with learning disabilities. Some minor marks to covers otherwise good solid clean copy. ISBN 1841194735. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20063 ISBN : 1841194735 9781841194738
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Doctors & Staff of the Royal Hospital for Women Sydney
PREGNANCY BOOK The. Expert Advice on Childbirth for Expectant Mothers and Fathers
Bay Books HarperCollins quarto paperback stiff card 1992 reprint 192p illsts. Minor wear good solid copy. ISBN 1863780262. paperback
Bookseller reference : 20034 ISBN : 1863780262 9781863780261
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Wise Tigger
GARDENS FOR CHILDREN
Kangaroo Press small quarto paperback stiff card 1986 96 pages illustrated. Another excellent book from this publisher; don't think they ever turned out a bad book. Packed with B&W photos and line drawings along with colour plates. The author has two gardens and four children. Small name in front and a bit bumped on one corner otherwise good solid copy. ISBN 0864170661. paperback
Bookseller reference : 19957 ISBN : 0864170661 9780864170668
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Llewellyn Jones Derek and Suzanne Abraham
EVERYGIRL
Oxford Press paperback stiff card 1997 reprint of 2nd Edition 268 pages illustrated. Except for small crease to front cover this is a very good clean copy. ISBN 0195534794. paperback
Bookseller reference : 19869 ISBN : 0195534794 9780195534795
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