Nic Jones

Dyadic Developmental Practice has evolved from a model of direct therapy (DDP) originally developed for children who are fostered or adopted. This therapeutic approach is tailored to building relationships and to help address past trauma experiences. This book will be the first to offer DDP approaches and adaptations when supporting children and adults with an intellectual disability (ID).The authors outline the key concepts and frameworks used in DDP, illustrated through a range of case studies and practice examples. The book considers all elements of DDP including psychotherapy, parenting practices and PACE, as well as offering ways to draw on the DDP framework to enhance PBS-focused work within services. Including key resources developed for future training and supervision, Dyadic Developmental Practice and Intellectual Disability is written in an accessible style for health workers and social care staff.

A fact-filled, vividly illustrated exploration of the big impact made by some of Earth’s smallest species We hear a lot about the importance of the amazing, large animals of our world, but what about the little creatures whose roles are just as vital? Nature’s Tiny Champions sheds light on some of the animal kingdom’s most unlikely heroes. Featuring 20 fascinating animals, from the nocturnal dung beetle, cape dwarf chameleon, and golden poison frog to the bumblebee bat, reef starfish, and bee hummingbird, this fascinating non-fiction guide reveals how even the tiniest insects, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and birds can play key roles in natural phenomena such as migration, food chains, and pollination. The book’s vibrant illustrations and generous oversized format allows young readers to see its subjects in stunning detail. Each miniature miracle-worker is represented with a life-size diagram, offering a clear sense of scale and detailed view of its unique attributes. Filled with fun, bite-size facts, Nature’s Tiny Champions is an engaging, inspiring celebration of our planet’s awe-inspiring inhabitants. Ages 6-9