Jillian Roberts

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The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues that they may encounter outside their homes, in a way that is accessible. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have...

On the Internet

On the Internet

On the Internet: Our First Talk About Online Safety introduces children to the basics of online safety in a story-based, conversational style.Using real-world examples set within the context of a child who is using the Internet for the first time and...

On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create and how to manage those...

On the Playground

On the Playground

On the Playground: Our First Talk About Prejudice focuses on introducing children to the complex topic of prejudice. Crafted around a narrative between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book will help children shape their...

Under Our Clothes

Under Our Clothes

This illustrated nonfiction picture book by child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts introduces children to the topics of bodies, body safety and body image through a conversation-based story that begins with an observation at the community...

What Happens When a Loved One Dies?

What Happens When a Loved One Dies?

Whether children are experiencing grief and loss for the first time or simply curious, it can be difficult to know how to talk to them about death.Using questions posed in a child’s voice and answers that start simply and become more in-depth, this...

What Makes Us Unique?

What Makes Us Unique?

When it comes to explaining physical, cultural and religious differences to children, it can be difficult to know where to begin.What Makes Us Unique? provides an accessible introduction to the concept of diversity, teaching children how to respect...

Where Do Babies Come From?

Where Do Babies Come From?

An engaging introduction for very young children to the basic facts of life in a way that is gentle, age-appropriate and accessible.Research shows that children are learning about sex at an increasingly young age and often from undesirable sources....

Why Do Families Change?

Why Do Families Change?

Separation and divorce are difficult on the entire family.Often young children blame themselves or are unsure of their place in the family if these events occur. Child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts designed the Just Enough series to empower...