Book Reviews
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Intermediate & Secondary, 3 Mar 22
Soulfire
Review by Sam, a year 9 student
Soulfire is a great book that teaches good morals and the importance of doing the right thing.
Primary & ECE, 3 Mar 22
The boys in the Waka Ama
Review by Charmaine Denney, Early Childhood Teacher and mum to two boys.
This story is a great way to demonstrate and perhaps initiate a discussion on the values of teamwork, dedication, leadership and respecting Aotearoa's cultures.
Primary & ECE, 3 Mar 22
How do I feel? A dictionary of emotions for children
Review by Anna Mowat who works as part of the All Right? wellbeing campaign in Otautahi
This emotions dictionary is all about helping children find the words for how they truly feel. Learning to recognise and label our emotions correctly is such an important skill for life.
Primary & ECE, 3 Mar 22
Inclusion alphabet: ABCs for everyone
Review by Jill Proops, mum to a child with additional needs
Inclusion Alphabet: ABC’s for everyone is a picture book which guides the reader through some key features of inclusion.
Intermediate & Secondary, 3 Mar 22
It gets better: Coming out, overcoming bullying and creating a life worth living
Review by Karen, Health Teacher
It Gets Better is a great compilation of stories about coming out, from a wide variety of contributors, offering a range of diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
Primary & ECE, 3 Mar 22
The kindness snippet jar
Review by Kimberley Fatt, Primary School Teacher
The story suggests to the reader that whilst doing kind things for others is great, "Sometimes all it takes is doing something kind for someone right in front of you!"
Intermediate & Secondary, 3 Mar 22
Mind your head
Review by Rachel McLean, Darfield College
Juno Dawson leads the way with this frank, factual and funny book, with added information and support from clinical psychologist Dr Olivia Hewitt.
Primary & ECE, 29 Mar 21
You, me and empathy
Review by Kim Higginson, Information Management Specialist, MHF
This charming story uses verse, beautiful illustrations and a little person called Quinn to model the meaning of empathy.
Primary & ECE, 29 Mar 21
Consent (for Kids!): Boundaries, respect, and being in charge of YOU
Reviews by William and Deanne Douglas
Rachel Brian's book sets out to help children to speak up and tell others when they don’t want to be hugged or tickled, or if they feel uncomfortable with another person.
Intermediate & Secondary, 28 Mar 21
Mophead: How your difference makes a difference
Review by Deb Marsden, Guidance Counsellor & Secondary School teacher
An inspirational graphic memoir, full of wry humour, as NZ’s bestselling Poet Laureate tells the true story of a how her difference made a difference.
Primary & ECE, 28 Mar 21
ACE: A horsey tail of courage
Review by Vivienne Martini, Learning Advisor, Oranga Tamariki and Sam
An anti bullying story book for children with a story that follows the life of a horse who despite being bullied ends up achieving his long held dreams and goals.
Primary & ECE, 28 Mar 21
A little bit different
Review by Kim Higginson, Information Management Specialist, MHF
This book is intended as a funny and touching story about accepting and celebrating what makes each of us different and special.
