Kyra Karmiloff Knihy

Useful and unique insights into the psychology, behavior, and development of babies—perfect for any new parent   Babies arrive in the world already equipped with many skills, reflexes, and instincts that help them adapt to and influence their environment as well as the people who fill it. This book aims to help parents see the world as their baby does so that they become better equipped to help this learning process along. It explains how babies find out about themselves and their physical and social environments through a combination of interaction, experience, trial and error, and nurturing. It is divided into five sections dealing with different aspects of a baby's life, from birth through to toddler years. Throughout, there are helpful tips and suggestions about how parents can positively influence their child's journey towards independence through a better understanding of the world from a baby's perspective.

Our journey to language begins before birth, as babies in the womb hear clearly enough to distinguish their mother's voice. Canvassing a broad span of experimental and theoretical approaches, this book introduces ways of looking at language development.

PM Gems features the most loved characters from the PM and PM Plus series. The characters featured include Sally, Max, Kitty Cat, Little Chimp and the Bear Family.

Matthew and Mum are worried about their dog, Bear. Bear sits around a lot, and Mum thinks he's overweight. The vet says he needs to go on a diet. But after several weeks, Bear still hasn't lost any weight! And he keeps getting out of the backyard. What is Bear getting up to?

“A big tree has fallen down over the road! BJ and his tow truck, Toby, need to move it so the cars can get past.”--Back cover.

PM is a firm favourite amongst Primary Schools due to its reputation for reading success. Offering over 800 carefully levelled fiction and non-fiction books, PM builds confidence through gradual progression and step-by-step support.

Matthew's dog, Bear, is his best friend. But Bear is very old now. He can't run after a ball any more, and he limps a lot. Mum says that they are going to have to make a hard decision soon.

PM is a firm favourite amongst Primary Schools due to its reputation for reading success. Offering over 800 carefully levelled fiction and non-fiction books, PM builds confidence through gradual progression and step-by-step support.

Bear is a big, brown dog. He belongs to Matthew, who lives next to the school. Matthew is cross when Bear gets out and comes to school. But someone needs Bear's help today!