Books with author Patricia Thomas

This reassuring picture book explores the difficult issue of death for young children. Children's feelings and questions about this sensitive subject are looked at in a simple but realistic way. This book helps them to understand their loss and come to terms with it.Written by a trained psychotherapist, journalist and parent, and illustrated by an experienced children's book artist, this is part of an acclaimed and successful series of picture-book non-fiction for Early Years. Books in the series give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues. They are excellent tools for teachers to use during classroom discussions.

Psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas puts her gentle, yet straightforward approach to work in this new addition to Barron's highly acclaimed A First Look At...Series. Everyone feels shy at times, even grown-ups and other children who seem very brave. But excessive shyness may leave children feeling lonely and left out. This book will help children take the first steps toward feeling more confident. The story line is simple and easily accessible to younger children, who will learn that exploring the personal feelings around social issues is a first step in dealing with them. Full-color illustrations on every page.

Psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas puts her gentle, yet straightforward approach to work in this new addition to Barron's highly acclaimed A First Look At...Series. This book explores why someone might be overweight, gives advice on fitness and diet, and discusses how some people are bullied because of their weight. It also provides guidance for a healthier lifestyle as well as notes for adults. The story line is simple and easily accessible to younger children, who will learn that exploring the personal feelings around social issues is a first step in dealing with them. Full-color illustrations on every page.

#1 Gift For Geometry TeachersA hilarious coloring book that every teacher will love!Give the gift of laughter!"Finally a gift that doesn't suck.""So funny I nearly pissed myself.""Better than swearing in the teacher's lounge."This irreverent and sweary coloring book features laugh-out-loud funny and original designs that are perfect for taking the stress out of being a teacher.Provides HOURS of coloring FUN, at home, in the car, or when trying not to swear out loud(!).FEATURES:50 High Quality Original Coloring Pages100 Pages, High Quality PaperLarge Page size 8.5x11 Inches for easy use.Great as a gift or for yourself!