Big moments can feel huge to a small child
Starting school. Moving home. Parents separating. A burglary at home. These events can feel huge to a small child, and many children find it hard to put their worries into words.
Coping with Growing is a series of magical stories and audio adventures for children aged 4 to 9. Each story gently explores one of these life events. Children from all backgrounds can see themselves in the characters.
Music and sound effects bring every story to life. Your child enjoys the adventure and, without even noticing, begins to understand their own feelings. The positive messages stay with them and help them feel safe, heard and understood.
Why parents trust the series
- Written with Christine Porter, an experienced child psychotherapist
- Shaped by other professionals and education advisors
- Made to suit a child's age and understanding
- Welcomed and recommended by many organisations and charities
When children get the right support at the right time, they can face change with more confidence. Coping with Growing helps you give them that support, one story at a time.
Find the right story for your child
Questions parents ask
What age are the Coping with Growing stories for?
The series is for children aged 4 to 9. Each story is written to suit a child’s age and understanding.
Which big life moments do the stories cover?
Starting school, moving home, parents separating and a burglary at home. Each story gently explores one of these events.
Are the stories books or audio?
The stories are available as Kindle books and Audible audio adventures, with music and sound effects. Why Have We Been Burgled? is coming soon.
Who are the stories written with?
They are written with Christine Porter, an experienced child psychotherapist and shaped by other professionals and education advisors.
How can a story help my child?
Your child enjoys the adventure and, without even noticing, begins to understand their own feelings. The more a child listens, the greater the benefit may be.