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How to be a (fantastic sensational) good enough kid

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How to be a fantastic sensational good enough kid is the book children, parents and teachers have been waiting for. Alice Peel, co-founder of Grow Your Mind, a ground-breaking wellbeing programme that helps children develop resilience, takes on the life skills and emotional dilemmas 'good enough'... Read More
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How to be a (fantastic sensational) good enough kid is the ultimate guide for kids and parents to discover that feeling 'good enough' is already within our reach.

Description

How to be a fantastic sensational good enough kid is the book children, parents and teachers have been waiting for. Alice Peel, co-founder of Grow Your Mind, a ground-breaking wellbeing programme that helps children develop resilience, takes on the life skills and emotional dilemmas 'good enough' kids face every day.

Packed with great advice on how to be mentally fit and resilient, and how to deal with jealousy among other emotions, How to be a fantastic sensational good enough kid also includes 'non-painful' ideas on practising gratitude and is chock-a-block with fascinating brain facts and inspiring stories. It's the only guide you'll ever need to be a good enough kid.

"Wow! This book will be SO helpful for SO many!!! Reading it was like a warm hug. It's informative, entertaining and there are so many gold nuggets - it will be such an important companion for those young people who are trying to make sense of their world, their relationships, and themselves. I can't wait to recommend it to so many of the kids I work with." - Charlotte Board, School Psychologist

"The book helped me to validate my parenting and provide reassurance that all that is needed is to do one's best, acknowledge and celebrate mistakes, and just try to have a jolly good time along the way. How to be a fantastic sensational good enough kid is now my go-to gift for families, teachers and my recovering perfectionist friends!" - Natalie Hay, Registered Social Worker

"This is the book I wish I had when I was a kid. I'm loving reading it as an adult, and I'm so grateful it is here for my children and clients. It is a life-changing book where the reader learns new skills to navigate life's ups and downs with perspective, resilience and at times joy." - Lizzy Kirby, Counsellor

"This book is a game-changer for kids! It transforms evidence-based psychological tools and contemporary neuroscience into a captivating, practical read. Packed with relatable examples, creative metaphors, and fun activities, it empowers young readers (and their parents and teachers) to understand emotions, build resilience, and thrive in the face of challenges." - Dr. Sarah McKay, Neuroscientist

"This is a book that should be in the hands of every primary school child. Humorous, informative, and with enriching follow-on learning tasks." - Nicole Molloy, Principal, Green Square Public School

"I wish I had How to be a fantastic sensational good enough kid as my guide when I was a kid. Growing up is hard - big emotions, big decisions, big friendships, all the things to navigate. Alice strikes the right balance of fun, playfulness, and essential information to help every kid learn that they are good enough and that they can get through the big stuff. I hope every kid gets a copy of this book!" - Dr. Addie Wootten, Smiling Mind

"A gem of a book with loads of practical strategies for young people." - Karen Young, Anxiety Consultant

Product Details

INFORMATION

Barcode: 9781761170188

Publisher: NewSouth Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: NewSouth Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Beck Feiner

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Alice Peel is a primary school teacher and co-founder of Grow Your Mind, a mental health social venture. She holds a Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Learning from the University of Southern Queensland, a Masters of International Public Health from the University of Sydney and has undertaken courses in positive psychology and neuroscience.

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