Books with title Growing Up Rita

The 80 poems in this book are written for children aged 6-12yrs ( depending on their level of understanding), by Dr Audrey Coatesworth, a retired psychiatrist.They are written to encourage such values as kindness, enthusiasm, courage, determination, love, caring and sharing, and to understand that happiness and fulfillment comes from within, not necessarily or always from having material possessions - as many people think.Reviews 1)I am truly touched by every word I read in "Verses that mean a lot, Growing up," by Dr. Audrey Coatesworth. I laughed out loud at her "Letter to Mrs Mouse," and as a long-term, long distance Granny, was brought to tears by "Distance." The book might be verses for young people, but Dr. Coatesworth understands the inner emotions that drive us at any age and expresses them in a simple but moving style. 2)This beautiful collection of poems for children first came to my attention in my capacity as a University trainer of Elementary teachers. I was quickly struck by how these little verses appeal to the good in human nature: and how they can help our children – to learn about the values and behaviour that are most likely to bring them fulfilment and hope.Dr Coatesworth writes as someone who loves children and understands how they think and feel. She knows that in a busy, high-tech world children’s greatest chance of lasting well-being and happiness lies within themselves.An important aspect of these verses is that they never patronise young children. Dr Coatesworth knows that growing up is rarely ‘plain sailing’ and her writing doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable truths. In spite of this the effect is never threatening or negative for her young readers. . A recurring theme in ‘Growing Up’ is that, in a busy, materialistic world, true happiness is born out of human kindness, courage and endurance. However, a great comfort to hard-pressed parents is that Dr Coatesworth understands the competing demands they face and some of her verses gently seek to make children more aware of this fact. For children, as well as their busy parents, there is a useful message here – that everyone is far from perfect but with enough humility and open-mindedness, young and old can learn from each other. M B, Warwick University

Rachel’s not enjoying her school year—there are so many other things she’d rather be doing than schoolwork! As she shirks her responsibilities, Rachel encounters everything from cows escaping the pasture to an overflowing sink, dirty sheets, and rotten eggs. Rachel wants to be all grown up, but she’s having a hard time accepting the responsibility that goes with it. Will she ever learn the value of growing up into a dependable adult?

Growing Up is a collection of 78 poems, written by retired Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr Audrey Coatesworth,for children between the ages of 7yrs - 12 years, happy or not, well or ill. Every child is different and some younger or older may enjoy the poems.Dr Coatesworth writes,'... life is eventful and traumas of illness and grief cannot be avoided and successfully overcoming adversity, big or small, is an essential part of emotional growth. .... I write these verses to let another voice be heard on behalf of children. I hope the verses will be read by children, but also to children by parents, grandparents or teachers, and without being analysed or explained ( other than any word which the child doesn't know or understand).Many are written as stories, and all are deliberately written in rhyming verse and all have a gentle message. Understand- life is not easy, whether priviledged or poor, neither is is about having material possessions, but aboutsuch qualities as kindness, enthusiasm, courage, determination, effort and hope. Happiness and fulfilment come from within.

Rachel’s not enjoying her school year—there are so many other things she’d rather be doing than schoolwork! As she shirks her responsibilities, Rachel encounters everything from cows escaping the pasture to an overflowing sink, dirty sheets, and rotten eggs. Rachel wants to be all grown up, but she’s having a hard time accepting the responsibility that goes with it. Will she ever learn the value of growing up into a dependable adult?

A collection of bedtime stories for children.Inside are eight more children's stories, perfect for reading together before bedtime. Each story is filled with fun illustrations, delightful animal characters, and talks about issues such as being brave, showing kindness, being yourself, celebrating differences, listening to parents, and working together.Annabelle the Lazy Ant (finding your place) Home of the Ants (kindness) The Young Muskoxen and the Reindeer (listening to parents) Time for School (being brave) Two Young Skunks go to School (being polite) The Tale of Lester Raccoon (listening to parents) Madam Dolittle's Canine Academy (celebrating differences) How Ganesha Got Buddhi (listening to parents) Home Again (celebrating differences)If your child enjoys reading and listening to fairy tales, fables, or classic children's authors such as Beatrix Potter and Aesop's Fables then you will definitely enjoy reading Growing Up, GMS volume 2.