Primary and Pre-School Teachers, Early Childhood Workers, Psychologists and Parents: here are solution-focused approaches adapted especially for children. This radical book is based on the notion that practically all problems can be seen as skills that need to be developed. The book is buzzing with ideas, stories and suggestions to inspire adults and invite children to become active participants in skill-building and solution-finding.

Author: Ben Furman. First published by Innovative Resources in Australia 2004. Softcover, 165 x 245mm, 144pp.

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They are designed to open up conversations about meaning, significance, thoughts, feelings and experiences. Some speak of difficulty and challenge; some speak of possibilities and dreams.

Published by Innovative Resources 2007. Booklet authors: Linda Espie & Russell Deal, Designer: Brad Welsh. 100 laminated, full-colour cards, 105 x 105mm, full-colour tin. 48-page booklet.

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Author: Mundy Fox. Published by Innovative Resources 2005. 26 Full-colour, laminated cards 160mm x 160mm with 28-page booklet presented in a full-colour polypropylene box. Booklet author: Russell Deal, Illustrator: Katie Jardine.

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A symbol is a metaphor–something that means something else. Metaphors and symbols work as short cuts–cosmic ‘worm holes’ to understanding and feelings. Symbols is a set of simple, free-hand line drawings of everyday objects that can suggest layers of meaning to the observer. Therapists who work with those struggling with grief and loss suggested this particular set of symbols. They have resonance with people grappling with the big questions in life.

Published by Innovative Resources. 100 laminated, full-colour cards 105mm x 105mm. Full colour tin, 48 page booklet. Booklet authors: Linda Espie & Russell Deal, Designer: Brad Welsh.

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Here are 80 full-colour storytelling prompts for people of all ages. From classrooms to discussion groups; a family game to a therapeutic tool. Perfect for anyone who works with people who have a story to tell. Whatever the application, Storycatching provides opportunities to reflect upon our thoughts, feelings, memories and attitudes to life.

Published by Innovative Resources 2008, 80 full-colour, laminated cards 80mm x 110mm, 2-part cardboard box, 24-page booklet. Author: John Holton, Illustrator: Ray Bowler

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Published by Innovative Resources 2001. 32 laminated, full-colour cards, 210 x 100mm, polypropylene box, 24-page booklet.

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From evaluating the effectiveness of a program to mapping sensitive personal responses to noticing change, The Scaling Kit is a versatile measurement tool that is simple to use and suitable for myriad applications. The simple illustrations in The Scaling Kit make the scaling concept more concrete and accessible, particularly for people who have a preference for visual styles of learning. It is true that a picture, however simple, can have more power than words alone.

Published by Innovative Resources 2007, 10 different pads each with 25 A5 tear-off sheets in full-colour polypropylene box.

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Reflexions is a set of cards that use contemporary street and techno style photo collage and graphics to deepen conversations on the issues that concern young people. A single word accompanied by graphics guide participants to identify and name reactions to their circumstances. Especially important for boys struggling to express their emotions.

Published by Innovative Resources 2001, Booklet author: Russell Deal, Designer & photographer: Tim Lane, 32 laminated, full-colour cards, 210 x 148mm, polypropylene box, 24-page booklet.

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These 75 original, diverse and eclectic photographs offer opportunities for people of all ages to reflect on their experiences. Here is a powerful conversation – stimulant for oiling the juice of imagination, memory and emotions.

Some of these full – colour images are poignant, some are heart – warming and others are tinged with humour. This highly interpretive tool can open up conversations, storytelling and creative writing about feelings, goals, and points of view.

Published by Innovative Resources 2007, 75 laminated, full – colour cards, 170 x 125mm, full – colour polypropylene box, 48 – page booklet. Booklet author: Russell Deal, Designer: Brent Seamer.

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Our Scrapbook of Strengths can be used with families, community groups, work teams, support groups, school children, and pretty much any other gathering of people.

It provides an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the existing strengths and to identify ways in which these strengths can contribute to the resilience of the group. Open doors to alternative stories about the group’s relationships–and re-instigate hope in a problem-saturated story. Restore faith in a group’s capability to overcome issues, undertake new projects and successfully achieve their goals.

New ed. published by Innovative Resources 2009, Booklet authors: Russell Deal & Simone Silberberg, Artist: Carolyn Marrone. Designer: Tim Lane 42 A5 full-colour, laminated cards in a full-colour polypropylene box.

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