Sue Graves

Llama''s Sports Day offers a gentle introduction to the experience of taking part in Sports Day competitions for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of Sports Day. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Everyone is excited about Sports Day. But Llama really doesn''t like it, and he doesn''t want to take part in any of the races. Koala helps him to practise and to see how he can enjoy Sports Day by cheering for his friends ...The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Wolf''s Big New Family offers a gentle introduction to the experience of becoming a larger stepfamily for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of becoming a blended family. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.When Gecko and his dad move into Wolf''s house with his mum and sister, Wolf is worried. He likes Gecko and Gecko''s dad, but he doesn''t want his family to change. Tiger''s mum helps him to think of things they can do together ...The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Kangaroo Gets Glasses offers a gentle introduction to the experience of visiting the optician for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of having an eye test and getting glasses. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Kangaroo is having trouble seeing the board in the classroom. Mum takes her to visit Mr Panda, the optician, for an eye test. Kangaroo is a little nervous, but Mr Panda is very kind...The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Bear Misses Her Pet offers a gentle introduction to the experience of losing a pet for young children.This gentle, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of a pet dying. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Bear loves her hamster, Hammy. They are great friends. When Hammy no longer wants to play with her, Bear is very worried. And when Hammy dies, Bear is very upset. Dad helps Bear to find a way to remember Hammy in a positive way.The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Zebra''s Parents Separate offers a gentle introduction to the experience of parents separating for young children.This gentle, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of parental separation. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Zebra''s mum and dad have decided that they want to separate. Dad is moving to a new house, and Zebra is worried. She doesn''t know if she will like living in two different homes. Luckily, Mrs Bear helps her to feel better, and Zebra soon finds she likes Dad''s new home too.The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Llama''s Sports Day offers a gentle introduction to the experience of taking part in Sports Day competitions for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of Sports Day. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Everyone is excited about Sports Day. But Llama really doesn''t like it, and he doesn''t want to take part in any of the races. Koala helps him to practise and to see how he can enjoy Sports Day by cheering for his friends ...The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Grandpa Sloth Needs Help offers a gentle introduction to the experience of an older relative moving to a care home for young children.This gentle, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of an older relative moving to a care setting. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Grandpa Sloth loves cooking and his garden, but as he gets older, he finds it hard to manage. Sloth is worried when Grandpa moves to a care home, but he soon finds that Grandpa can still enjoy all the things he used to - with some help!The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Leopard Doesn''t Waste Food offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting food for young children.In this humorous story, Leopard often throws away food. He sometimes takes too much, or he doesn''t store it carefully and then doesn''t want to eat it. But after a day on the farm and Wolf''s party, he wants to make a change!This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of food waste. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children aged 3+.

Little Bear Looks After Nature offers a gentle introduction to the concept of conservation for young children.In this humorous story, Little Bear sees all the problems facing nature in her local environment, and she is determined to make some changes. She encourages others to help her too!This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of conservation. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children aged 3+.

Koala Recycles offers a gentle introduction to the concept of recycling for young children.In this humorous story, Koala isn''t good at recycling, and when new recycling bins arrive at school, she cannot be bothered to use them properly. Soon, everyone is feeling cross with her, and she needs to find a way to say sorry! This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of recycling. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children aged 3+.

Giraffe Saves Water offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting water for young children.In this humorous story, Giraffe is always wasting water. He likes taking baths and he always leaves the tap running when he brushes his teeth. But when he runs out of water on a hot day, he begins to learn how precious water really is.This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of conserving water. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children aged 3+.

Lemur Saves Energy offers a gentle introduction to the concept of using energy carefully for young children.In this humorous story, Lemur is always wasting energy. He forgets to switch off the light, he lets all the hot air out of the front door and all the cold air out of the fridge. But when a big energy bill arrives, Lemur wants to make a change!This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of conserving energy. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children aged 3+.