Bookshop

Working with school children

Throughout August we are offering our 'Working with school children' book bundle for £25 (usually £30). Be prepared for the new school year, or top up on your learning throughout the summer. Get your copy of the most popular titles in our Parenting Matters series.

Managing allegations, concerns and complaints against foster carers

Every month we release a free chapter from one of our bestselling publications. For August 2025, we are sharing Chapter 7 from Managing allegations, concerns and complaints against foster carers. Read bout ‘The role of fostering services’. You can download your copy of the chapter, along with the contents page and introduction using the button below.

Essential reading for professionals and practitioners

Discover new titles for social workers and practitioners, from Good Practice Guides to resources on attachment, life story work, direct work, and more.

Read about adoption!

Just starting to think about adoption for the first time? Going through the adoption process and want to know what's coming next? These are the books that will help you.

Read about fostering!

Looking for information and guidance on fostering or caring for foster children? Explore this catalogue for books with the information, insight, advice and support you need.

Starter pack for foster carers

We know that starting out as a foster carer can be overwhelming at times. To help you feel confident in your role and in building relationships with the children and young people in your care, we have designed a bundle to support you in those early stages.

Fundamentals for foster carers

Are you ready for the next step in being a foster carer? If you've explored our starter pack for foster carers and are wanting to learn more, or you're seeking thoughtful reads on parenting, our 'Fundamentals for foster carers' bundle offers a rich collection of essential titles. Dive deeper into practical guidance, emotional support, and everyday wisdom designed to empower you in your caregiving role.

Handbooks for foster carers

Caring for children and teenagers is often not an easy task, but the outcomes can be hugely rewarding when carers see young people making changes to their behaviour, achieving little – or even big – things that matter to them, and starting to live fulfilling lives. Take a look at our handbooks for foster carers to help and support you along the way. We've bundled three of our foster carer handbooks for a discounted price.

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Fostering starter pack

Get 'Fostering now', 'Making good assessments', and 'The child's legal journey through care' for £40 (usually £49.90).

Fostering bumper bundle

Timeless bestsellers that offer invaluable guidance for the vital work of fostering professionals. Dive into these essential resources to gain practical insights and robust guidance, whether you're just starting or a seasoned professional. Get this bundle for £75 (usually £82.80).

Adoption starter pack

Get 'Adoption now', 'Making good assessments', and 'The child's legal journey through care' for £45 (usually £54.90).