Good books for educators and parents. Some of the things here are simple and commonsensical, but oftentimes those are the ones we forget.

I'm not entirely convinced by this book. Aimed at children aged 8+ and prettily designed, I'm sure some would enjoy the activities it describes - especially those who enjoy arts and crafts projects. However, one of the problems I see is that its always assumed that all children DO enjoy arts and crafts......and they don't.

Aside from this, the book has two main aspects. Firstly, kindness and empathy, turning focus outwards and feeling better by helping others. Then gratitude and mindfulness, which are very popular concepts and again might be of use, but I fear they might be difficult concepts for younger children in particular to appreciate.

Generally, some nice ideas, though I wonder about the effectiveness of both some of the language used and many of the activities suggested when we consider the children who might need most help with being happy. There would certainly need to be close involvement with an adult who could help guide the child so as the individual needs are met as well as possible.

I think it's probably a nice book of activities for the majority of children to dip into as they wish, a bit of fun for a group of friends, but as I say perhaps not for the seriously unhappy who need help most.

I was expecting something more simple since this was for children. However, it had a lot of good ideas and examples on how to carry out each idea. Kids will enjoy it.

Did not know this small British book was geared toward kids until I turned the first page. It’s heavy on the arts and crafts, heavy as in tons. And if you aren’t sick of hearing about mindfulness yet, it pops up here too. Yep, they’re trying to teach that to children now, and not just mindfulness while eating or going for a walk, but to the point of feeling the toothpaste as you brush your teeth. I feel like it’s too early to get kids to think that way; let them be kids for a while! And that doesn’t seem like the best strategy to making them happy, as this book’s title suggests.
There’s a whole section on resilience, but even that’s about making bookmarks and such.
2.5 pushed up to 3/5

Great feel good book with strategies to uplift your spirits. Well done tips and easy to apply rules for every type of context.

I got attracted by the cover at first sight, and was later attracted by the graphics and page design as well --- almost every kid loves fun and colorful books. I love the ideas, and most activities are pretty creative and practical. Definitely a good way to teach kids about finding happiness :)
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Overall: 4.5/5
Cover: 5/5
Writing: 4.5/5
Appealing: 5/5
Content: 4/5
Page Design & Graphics: 5/5

Great book with suggestions for everyone (not just kids) to make life a littler happier every day and instill gratitude and kindness. Lots of great activities, many of them simple and only using things found at home. Teachers and parents can definitely find lessons and activities in here too. A great gift for 8-12 year old.

Thank you Netgalley and Quarto-QED for a copy of this book in exchange for a review.

This book can be an avenue for exploring & building the positives in your life. I could see students choosing ideas to implement individually or with small groups of friends or classmates. The activities are well presented and examples are easy to understand. I plan on adding it, as a resource, to a wellness unit our students do.

This is a really great book that covers the topic of mindfulness, meditation and happiness, both personally and in relation to others. It is both a work book and a guide book, which covers many techniques related to developing happiness and life skills related to this topic. It is about accepting life and also how to be happy, but also how to develop new skills and how to boost your life and make positive changes.

50 Ways to Feel Happy by Vanessa King, Val Payne, Peter Harper is a nice book for kids/teens to do things as reminders to be kind and active citizens.

Thanks for allowing me to read this book it was exactly what i needed to pick me up on sad days

A very good book, full of idea on how to help children to feel happy.
Strongly recommended to parents
Many thanks to Quarto Publishing and Netgalley

Books with suggestions for all type of educators, from parents to teachers, to help kids (and not only them) new ways to be happy or to search for happiness in little things of every day. Well done tips and easy to apply rules for every type of context.

Libro pieno di suggerimenti per tutti gli educatori, dai genitori agli insegnanti, per aiutare i bambini (e non sono loro) ad essere felici o a cercare la felicitá anche nelle cose di ogni giorno. Trucchi facili e regole applicabili in ogni tipo di contesto.

THANKS TO NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!

This is exactly the kind of book that does well in the shop - the tone and nature iwill resonate with many of our customers. It is easy to digest, accessible, and straightforward, making happiness feel achievable!

This wonderfully designed book is a self-help starter guide for kids and I loved it! The organization of information and challenges was done in a unique way that both children and adults can enjoy. I'm beyond happy this exists for a much younger generation and think it's a great tool for parents to utilize too.

I thought this was aimed at adults when I was asked to review it. As I don't know what effect it could have on a child I am unable to review it The idea is good.

Inspiring and insightful, this lovely little book has a wealth of ideas on offer to improve the mental health of children..

I obtained a copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a children's version of 10 Keys to Happier Living by the same author. Lots of ideas and activities for kids to find ways to increase happiness.

This is a dynamic guide to happiness that will strengthen you home, classroom and work work. While this is geared towards children, it is a colorful invitation and reminder for all of us.

Fifty Ways to Feel Happy offers kids ways to manage stress and cope with life when it is difficult. The book is divided into ten sections with each having activities and ideas. I especially liked the chapter on mindfulness with its suggestions for becoming centered when stressed. For a more introverted child, the section on relating could be very helpful. Topics for conversations with friends give some good ideas for initiating and reaching out. One other take away that I particularly liked was the use of the word YET as in I can't do this YET, or I don't understand this YET. There are art activities, inspirational suggestions and all around good ideas throughout the book.This book could provide useful discussion with your child so consider taking a look.