Discover why Elizabeth writes about important family and mental health issues and what has motivated her to become an advocate for talking about life issues with younger children in her series The Elephant in the Room. Click to view on YouTube...
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How To Help Children Have A Healthy Body Image
How To Help Children Have A Healthy Body Image
As a mental and family health advocate and a parent who has supported my daughter through recovery from an eating disorder, I am often asked, “How can I help my child with their body image?” Sadly the parents who do approach me have often waited to speak up about their concerns until their child’s thinking […]
Written by Allison Paterson and Illustrated in Nancy Bevington Allison Paterson is a well-established name in children’s literature. Known for her well-researched and personal non-fiction narrative accounts of life in the past. From the evocative Shearing Time about life on the rural farm to Granny’s Place about 1960’s childhood and intergenerational bonds to her highly […]
Seed Balls How to help fruit and vegetables regenerate through fun seed dispersal activities By: Elizabeth Mary Cummings, Melissa Salvarani (Illustrator) Published: 15th June 2020 ISBN: 978-0994339270 Pages: 36 For Ages: 5 – 8 years old
This beautifully illustrated book introduces the concept of seed dispersal to children. Readers will discover the possibility of new life in the fruit and vegetables they eat every day. Simple graphics demonstrate the process of seed dispersal and children are encouraged to experiment by taking part in seed dispersal themselves. A simple recipe for home made seed balls is explained and a glossary of terms as well as a map or origins of some fruits and vegetables are included at the back section of the book. This books ties in with primary curriculums without being overly didactic and the information is displayed in a colourful fun activity based format.
Elizabeth is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSWElephant In The Room
Elizabeth Cummings is a Clinical Counsellor, Creative Arts Therapist, and published author whose career uniquely bridges therapeutic practice, community arts, and children’s literature. With over 30 years working with young people and families across clinical, educational, and community settings, Elizabeth brings a deep, embodied understanding of how creative practice, in all its forms, can humanise institutional environments and support healing.
Elizabeth’s picture book series, Elephant in the Room raises both family and mental health topics. Elizabeth is an award-winning poet and regularly presents on storytelling as well as family and mental health issues both here in Australia and internationally.
EC Press
At EC Press, Elizabeth Mary Cummings is dedicated to sharing contemporary social issues through narrative. If you are interested in collaborating on educational or literary projects, you can find further details and examples on the EC Press page or contact Elizabeth directly.
