{"title":"Christine McLaughlin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Christine McLaughlin's books, where the magic of friendship and life's little lessons come alive through captivating narratives. Specialising in children's literature, Christine McLaughlin pens stories that ignite young imaginations and nurture the seeds of kindness, understanding, and empathy in little hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her delightful creations is the beloved book \u003cem\u003eGrowing Friendships\u003c\/em\u003e, a charming guide that helps children navigate the often tricky waters of making and keeping friends. This insightful book is crafted to resonate with young readers, providing them with practical tips and relatable scenarios, all wrapped up in engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChristine McLaughlin's books are perfect companions for children beginning to explore the world independently, offering gentle guidance with warmth and humour. Whether reading alone or sharing stories with family, these books are sure to become treasured additions to any bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the joy of learning and the warmth of friendship with Christine McLaughlin’s heart-warming tales, perfect for nurturing a lifelong love of reading in young children.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"growing-friendships-by-dr-eileen-kennedy-moore-9781582705880","title":"Growing Friendships","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom psychologist and children’s friendships expert Eileen Kennedy-Moore and parenting and health writer Christine McLaughlin comes a social development primer that gives kids the answers they need to make and keep friends.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFriendships aren’t always easy for kids. Almost every child struggles socially at some time, in some way. Having an argument with a friend, getting teased, or even trying to find a buddy in a new classroom…although these are typical problems, they can be tough. Children want to fit in, but sometimes getting along with friends is complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePsychologist and children’s friendship expert Eileen Kennedy-Moore and parenting and health writer Christine McLaughlin give kids the answers they need to make and keep friends using five essential skills:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReaching Out to Make Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStepping Back to Keep Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlending In to Join Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpeaking Up to Share With Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLetting Go to Accept Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith research-based, practical solutions and plenty of true-to-life examples of social skills in practice—presented in lighthearted, humorous cartoons—\u003ci\u003eGrowing Friendships\u003c\/i\u003e is a toolkit for both boys and girls as they make sense of the social environment around them. They will learn how to be open to friendship, choose kind friends, and most importantly, be a good friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46687200411884,"sku":"9781582705880","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13850513482751.jpg?v=1753313412"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/christine-mclaughlin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}