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Being Me (And Loving it) - a book for parents & educators of 5-11 year olds is due for release on April 21st 2016

‘Being Me (And Loving it)' is an essential educational read that gives parents, teachers and care givers the confidence and tools they need to inspire strong self-esteem in their children.

--Social Media, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Friendships & Bullying--

With 29 real life and relatable stories at its heart, this practical resource is designed to help build self-esteem and confidence in children aged 5-11. Each story covers common issues that affect children such as a lack of body confidence, peer pressure, bullying, friendships groups and worries about puberty. Designed with parents and educators in mind, each story starts with guidance on how to introduce the topic and what the children will learn from it. There is a range of activities for children to engage in that will reinforce the primary messages being taught.

‘Being Me (And Loving It)' is designed as a dynamic, multifaceted resource to be used with groups of children in PSHE lessons, one-to-one settings or at home. This book is a practical and powerful resource for parents, teachers, school counsellors, therapists and youth workers.

About the authors

Naomi Richardsis known as The Kids Coach, the first life coach for children in the UK specialising in self-esteem and confidence building. Naomi is also the author of ‘The Parent's Toolkit' published by Random House in 2012 and was recognised as a "Remarkable Woman" in an initiative backed by Nokia.

Naomi has been coaching children in her private practice in London since 2004. She works extensively across the UK, coaches internationally, runs unique workshops for children in schools, writes about the world of children and parenting in the press, has her own product range to empower children and families and gives motivational talks at myriad events. Naomi lives in London with her two pre-teen children.

Julia Hagueis a lifelong writer with 16 years experience of working in a private girls' school in London, before relocating to Cornwall in 2014 to concentrate on her writing. After being teased and bullied at school and later at college Julia knows what it's like to battle against low self-esteem. This book is a huge step towards giving children a toolbox to support themselves. Julia says: "If I can help just one child to feel different or to cope, or to stop bullying others themselves, then my job is done." Julia adores living in Cornwall and has one daughter and a two-year-old granddaughter.

"This book is for all children. It will help them to accept and love who they are and, in doing so, see everyone around them as equal."

The Essential Details

Genre:Parenting, Non-Fiction

ISBN:9781849057134

Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Format:Paperback

Available on Amazon & all good book shops

Price:£16.99

Release date:April 21 2016

For more information, editorial opportunities, interview requests or review copies please get in touch with either Sam Batt or Helen Lewis:SamuelBatt@LiterallyPR.comorHelenLewis@LiterallyPR.com

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