Item category 1: Parents and carers

Una Leavy's beautifully understated text is matched by Jennifer Eachus' powerful illustrations. This is a warm and moving celebration of life as two little boys mourn the death of their grandfather.

Describing what it feels like to be disabled, this book is written for young children. It focuses on three common types of disability, showing with sensitivity and gentle humour the day to day experiences of disabled children.

This is one of five titles in a new series of illustrated books which deals with a range of dramatic and significant events in young children's lives. The books can be used to help children understand and come to terms with situations and feelings.

Joining Together tells the story of a step-parent adoption. It tells of an eight year old girl who goes to court to be adopted by her mother and step-father. It deals with the issues surrounding such an adoption with sensitivity.

Pellowe offers a three-step approach to help parents and caregivers gain the co-operation of their children without threats or force. He provides an easy, step-by-step method, illustrated with many case studies.

This is a gentle book, which deals with the subject of death in a thoughtful and positive way. Told simply, it tells of how memories and keepsakes help a little girl cope with the sadness of her grandad's death.

A bestseller in the USA, Siblings Without Rivalry offers serious advice for parents coming to terms with the unpleasant conflicts that arise when siblings forget they are human beings. The book is written with humour, compassion and understanding.

Ideal as a first read-alone text, this book will help to explain parental breakup to children. Binch's characters are realistic and easy for children to identify with.

Advice on helping children with special needs is provided in this book with ideas to encourage the child's development. It deals with general issues, such as behaviour management and gives advice on coping with the stress and available support.