Berg, Frances M. New York, NY: Hatherleigh Press , 2004. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

BB 420 BER 2004

This book lays out the causes of childhood obesity, its consequences, and cures. Accessible to the lay reader, it examines the very real dangers of obesity, the consequences of sedentary living, the causes of dysfunctional eating, and how family life and our schools have contributed to the problem.…

Prensky, Marc. St. Paul, MN: Paragon House , 2006. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

REF AA 85 PRE 2006

This book debunks the accepted wisdom that video games are harmful to children. Instead, he contends that games can teach a multitude of skills, including problem solving, language and cognitive skills, strategic thinking, multitasking, and parallel processing.

Munsch, Robert, Martchenko, Michael (ill.). Richmond Hill, ON: Annick Press Ltd. , 2004. Fifth Printing, May 2004. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 230 MUN 2004

A lively, humorously illustrated book that will help children laugh at—and conquer—their fear of the dark. Jule Ann pounds on the bottom of a cookie jar, and a small dark lump bounces out. The Dark quickly gobbles up every shadow in sight, growing bigger with each one. Munsch's plucky heroine resol…

Walliams, David, Blake, Quentin, illustrator. London: HarperCollins , 2008. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GA 600 WAL 2008

Everybody needs friends - especially a boy in a dress! ; Dennis' life is boring and lonely. His mother left two years ago, his truck driver father is depressed, his brother is a bully and, worst of all, no hugging is one of their household rules. But one thing Dennis does have is soccer. He's the l…

Haddon, Mark. [Toronto, ON]: Anchor Canada , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FM 272 HAD 2003

Narrated by a fifteen-year-old autistic savant obsessed with Sherlock Holmes, this novel weaves together an old-fashioned mystery, a contemporary coming-of-age story, and a fascinating excursion into a mind incapable of processing emotions.

Spatzeck-Olsen, Charity (Producer), Spatzeck-Olsen, Hans (Director). Orleans, MA: Paraclete Video Productions , 2004. (Video) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

CA 250 SPA 2004

A DVD that provides parents, teachers, and caretakers with an awareness and overview on how to teach anger management skills at home and at school. These skills are necessary for children coping with frustration and situations that demand flexibility.

Whiting, Glynis, Friesen, Tracey, Allder, Michael. [Montreal, PQ]: National Film Board , 2004. (Video) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

BB 420 WHI 2004

This DVD was created in an attempt to address the increasing problem of obesity among our children.

Miller, Jonathan, Pelham, David. Santa Monica, CA: Intervisual Books, Inc. , 2000. 2nd Ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GH 05 MIL 2000

This book reveals in three-dimensional illustrations the miraculous story of life before birth. The human male and female reproductive systems, the fertilization of the egg and the subsequent development of the baby are described in detail.

Nassau, Elizabeth Sussman, Ott, Margot Janet (Illustrator). Santa Fe, NM: Health Press , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR FF 470 NAS 2001

Sam's in a jam when his classmates work on a project using peanut butter. Sam is allergic to peanuts! This story promotes understanding, tolerance and sensitivity to the seriousness of allergies.

Moreco, Lina B. (Director), Bisaillon, Yves (Producer). Montreal, Québec: National Film Board of Canada , 2004. (Video) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

IC 100 MOR 2004

Medicine Under the Influence tackles the effects of life-sustaining medical treatment on infants. Through the testimony of doctors and therapists as well as stories told by parents of disabled children, the documentary notes the lack of support available to science's little "miracles." Once saved, …

Bridwell, Norman. New York: Scholastic Inc. , 2000. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 210 BRI 2000

Describes the experience of visiting the hospital.

Dunham, Kelli, Bjorkman, Steve. Kennebunkport, MN: Applesauce Press , 2007. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 305 DUN 2007

As boys reach adolescence, everything changes: their bodies, their feelings, and their relationships. Their world turns shaky just when they find it hardest to talk with the adults in their lives. But even if they won’t say what’s on their mind, they still want straight answers. The Boy’s Body Book…

Montefiore Medical Centre, Thirtee/WNET, Rick Sabreen Enterprises. Sherborn, MA: Aquarius Health Care Media , 2002. (Video) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FG 150.5 AQU 2002

A vaccine specialist and a pediatrician talk about the myths and truth of vaccines.

McKenna, Katie (Writer and Director), Symansky, Adam (Producer). Montreal, Quebec: National Film Board of Canada , 2006. (Video) — 1 copy, 1 available

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GL 800 MCK 2006

The Year Before is a portrait of four Montreal teenagers in their final year of high school. In classic vérité tradition, this film goes deep inside their everyday world to explore the evolving values of, and growing pressures facing young men.

Sears, Martha, Watts Kelly, Christie, Adriani, Renee. New Jersey, NY: Little, Brown and Co. , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GH 100 SEA 2001

This title provides information for young children expecting a new brother and sister, guiding them through the waiting process.

Natow, Annette B., Heslin, Jo-Ann. New York, NY: Pocket Books , 2009. 3rd Ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

BB 115 NAT 2009

In its third edition, this pocket-sized book provides provides guidelines to consuming the right amounts of calories, fat, cholesterol, protein, carbohydrates, fiber and sodium values. Includes 100 popular restaurant chains and expanded categories - including vegetarian, organic, international and …

Civardi, Anne, Cartwright, Stephen (Illustrator). London, UK: Usborne Publishing Ltd. , 2005. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR FJ 100 CIV 2005

Illustrated book about going to the dentist; designed to help put a child at ease about their first dental visit.

Burtinshaw, Julie. Vancouver, BC: Raincoast Books , 2008. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH GL 305 BUR 2008

After the death of his tough, guitar-playing, much-loved sister, Brian finds it increasingly difficult to care about anything. The only time Brian comes alive is in the few seconds it takes for the razor to slice through his skin. In "The Perfect Cut," Julie Burtinshaw has written an incredibly hon…

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/AMHB_BBB_Preschooler.pdf

Alberta Mental Health Board. Edmonton, AB: Alberta Mental Health Board , 2009. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GK 601 PRE 2009

This book is designed to provide parents with information, tools, and interactive activities that will help foster a safe, healthy and happy relationship with their young child. Topics include self-confidence, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and empathy.

Smith, Elisabeth, Warren, Barbara. Vancouver, BC: British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic , 2001. (CD, Audio) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

CB 500 BRE 2001

This CD guides the listener to practice breath work along with autogenics, statements used repeatedly to induce a state of deep relaxation. Listeners are encouraged to remember a time and place in which they experienced strength and a strong centre(reframed as “inner healers”). The music of Pachab…

Waldburger, Jennifer, Spivack, Jill. Deerfield, FL: Health Communications, Inc. , 2007. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FM 900 WAL 2007

Written by the co-owners of Sleepy Planet, a sleep-consulting company, this book offers parents the key ingredients for success- a customized sleep plan, step-by-step nstructions, and plenty of emotional support as your child learns. Their 'least-cry' approach ensures that healthy sleep habits are …

Brown, J., Isaacs, D. San Francisco, CA: Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc. , 2005. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

REF AA 75 BRO 2005

This resource focuses on collaborative dialogue, sharing mutual knowledge, and discovering new opportunities for action. This innovative approach creates dynamic networks of conversation that can catalyze an organization's or community's own collective intelligence around its most important questio…

Fenwick, Tara J., Parsons, Jim. Toronto, ON: Thompson Educational Publishing, Inc. , 2009. 2nd ed. (Book) — 7 copies, 7 available

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

REF AA 400 FEN 2009

This book is a practical introduction to learner evaluation in the various contexts of adult education. The authors highlight and review the principles of evaluation, and provide strategies on how to implement evaluation in different learning situations. This book is a resource for educators, train…

Rief, Sandra F. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers , 2008. 2nd ed. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FM 265 RIE 2008

This reference book is designed to help parents and teachers better understand children and teenagers with ADD/ADHD. Includes practical advice and tips on a wide range of topics, including: ; General information about ADD/ADHD; ; The most common treatments for ADD/ADHD; ; Practical suggestions for …

Kant, Jared Douglas. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2008. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH CD 480 KAN 2008

The Thought That Counts is the personal tale of Jared Kant, who was diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) at the age of 11. Now an adult, Kant candidly describes the inner world of a young person plagued by OCD, lending a distinctly human face to a complex disorder.

Shields, Brooke. New York, NY: Hyperion , 2005. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GH 410 SHI 2005

When Brooke Shields welcome her newborn daughter into the world, something unexpected followed - a crippling depression. In this book, Brooke openly shares her trials, tribulations, and finally the triumphs that occurred before, during and after the birth of her daughter.

Hallmark Hall of Fame. Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, Inc , 2008. (Video) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FM 484 HAL 2008

Based on the autobiographical book of the same name, this movie tells the triumphant life story of Brad Cohen, a man with Tourette Syndrome, who overcomes incredible obstacles to become a gifted teacher.

Fuster, Valentin, O'Rourke, Robert A., Walsh, Richard, A., Poole-Wilson, Philip (Eds). Toronto, ON: McGraw Hill Medical , 2008. 12th ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

REF FD 200 FUS 2008

Continuing to define cardiology, this work covers topics such as coronary bypass surgery, angina, or advances in minimally invasive treatment,. It also features A-to-Z coverage of diagnosis and treatment procedures; an overview of ACC/AHA guidelines; and, an interpretation of clinical trials and ca…

Gerasole, Isabella, Gerasole, Olivia. New York, NY: Scholastic Inc. , 2007. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

BB 100 GER 2007

Bright colors and fun photographs make this cookbook a delight for both young cooks and beginning adults. The 50 yummy, family-friendly recipes range from "Berry Dip and Roll," a recipe even toddlers can make, to various ethnic cuisines like "Yumbo Gumbo." Recipes are simple and designed to make co…

Hoberman, Mary Ann, Frazee, Marla. San Diego: Harcourt Inc. , 2000. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR BB 100 HOB 2000

Tan, Shaun. Vancouver, BC: Simply Read Books , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 302 TAN 2003

Sometimes the day begins with nothing to look forward to... (from back cover). ; When a child awakens with dark leaves drifting into her bedroom, she feels that "sometimes the day begins with nothing to look forward to, and things go from bad to worse." Feelings too complex for words are rendered i…

Civardi, Anne. Usborne Publishing Ltd. , 2000. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR IA 400 CIV 2000

This book introduces young children, in an amusing and friendly way, to their first visit to the doctor. The illustrations are full of things for children to look at, learn from and talk about, and the simple text will enable slightly older children to read the books for themselves.

Brooks, Felicity. London, Eng.: Usborne Publishing Ltd. , 2004. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR IA 400 BRO 2004

Follow an exciting and hectic day in the life of Daisy the Doctor as she treats all the patients that come to her clinic. From coughing babies and itchy toddlers to an injured pirate, Daisy's ready to deal with any problem that comes her way.

Civardi, Anne, Cartwright, Stephen (Illustrator). London, UK: Usborne Publishing Ltd. , 2005. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 210 CIV 2005

An introduction to the hospital for young children. Describes hospital situations and people such as nurses, surgeons, anaesthesia, and the hospital ward in an amusing, friendly way.

Jeunesse, Gallimard, Peyrols, Sylvaine. Scholastic Reference , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR AC 200 JEU 2003

A detailed and straightforward first guide to the wonders of the human body helps young readers discover how their bodies work, both inside and outside.

Greene, Ross W. Newton Corner, MA: Center for Collaborative Problem Solving , 2004. (Video) — 2 copies, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

CA 250 ROS 2004

This DVD helps parents understand the specific cognitive skill deficits that can impair a child's capacities for flexibility and frustration tolerance and provides step-by-step guidance on their approach for teaching these skills.

Webster-Stratton, Carolyn. Toronto, ON: Umbrella Press , 2005. (Book) — 1 copy, 0 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GK 600 WEB 2005

Practical guide for parents of children aged 3-8 years with behavior problems. It is filled with examples of everyday problem situations and concerns, and provides step-by-step suggestions on how to handle such situations, including time-out, behaviour in public, bedwetting, lying, stealing, night-…

Cain, J. (Author, Illustrator). Seattle, WA: Parenting Press, Inc. , 2000. (Book) — 2 copies, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 720 CAI 2000

This hard cover picture book teaches young children about emotions. It uses illustrations, text, colour and type font to describe happy, disappointed, angry, jealous and other feelings that kids experience.

Davis, Ronald D., Braun, Eldon M. New York, NY: Penguin Group (USA) Inc. , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 0 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

FM 265 DAV 2003

Through a series of mental and physical exercises called "Orientation Counseling" and learning tools called "Symbol Mastery," those suffering from ADD, ADHD, math deficiency and handwriting problems can learn how to correct their conditions, embrace their gift, and enjoy learning.

Harris, Robie H., Emberley, Michael (Illustrator). Somerville, Massachusetts: Candlewick Press , 2006. (Book) — 2 copies, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 305 HAR 2006

Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. What makes me a girl? What makes me a boy? Why are some parts of girls' and boys' bodies the same and why are some parts different? How was I made? Where do babies come f…

Van Dijk, Monique. Rotterdam, [Netherlands]: , 2004. (CD, Audio)

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

FM 800 VAN 2004

This instructional CD-rom demonstrates how 'the COMFORT behaviour scale' for postoperative pain assessment in neonates and infants works in practice.

Loyie, Larry, Brissenden, Constance. Penticton, BC: Theytus Books Ltd , 2005. (Book)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR FF 500.5 LOY 2005

Robert, a young man with HIV, returns to his Native community to attend a gathering and to speak to his people about his disease. The two children in the story learn about traditional Native culture while they learn about Robert's disease.

Robinson, David J. London, ON: Rapid Psychler Press , 2005. 2nd. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Professional

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Study & Learning Commons

Call Number

CA 216 ROB 2005

American Psychiatric Association. Text is condensed from Three Spheres: A Psychiatric Interviewing Primer, 1 ed., c2001. Pocket-sized reference provides an introduction to psychiatric interviews. Topics include family history, personal history, medical history, mental status, review of symptoms, an…

Ford-Martin, Paula. Avon, MA: Adams Media , c2005. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

BB 420 FOR 2005

This book offers an insight on what causes children to become overweight and how to help them to change their eating habits and become more physically active. Topics: Preventing emotional overeating; Increasing family awareness and sensitivity; Beating fat and calories when dining out; Incorporatin…

Brott, Armin A. New York, NY: Abbeville Press , 2004. 2nd ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GK 605 BRO 2004

This handbook offers advice and encouragement to help new dads become effective, involved fathers. Illustrated with cartoons that underscore the joys and challenges of parenting, this book includes month to month tips to help new fathers during the baby's first year.