Enhancing Primary Science: Developing Effective Cross-Curricular Links
There is more to listening than just hearing. A miraculous process that begins in the womb, learning to communicate is a vital part of expressing oneself and of understanding and interacting with the world. A child's ability to listen well affects every aspect of his or her life. But for some 1.5 mi[...]
"It's never too late for second chances in Lois Richer's heartwarming romances"
His Winter Rose
Piper Langley knows that she's just the woman to bring sleepy Serenity Bay back to life. But her impossible boss, Mayor Jason Franklin, isn't fully convinced. Will Piper's dream job quickly become[...]
To fulfill a promise made to her twin, Dr. Jaclyn LaForge opens a children's clinic in Hope, New Mexico. She's determined to prove to the community that she's the doctor they need. But it's not just the children of Hope who need healing. It's the fractured town itself, including handsome widowed ran[...]
The Soldier's Homecoming Back home to heal, army veteran Kyle Loness can't wait to leave the town that holds such sad memories. He never expects beautiful newcomer Sara Kane to enlist his help with the town's new youth center. What does he know about helping kids? But the more time he spends with th[...]
Engineer Small takes the little train on its run from Tinytown to the big city, passing farms, traveling over a bridge, and going though a tunnel along the way.[...]
This winner of the Hugo Award for Best Novel of the Year takes readers to a land threatened by war and beset by demons. A royal dowager, released from the curse of madness and manipulated by an untrustworthy god, is plunged into a desperate struggle to preserve the endangered souls of a realm.[...]
Lois Lowry's "Messenger" continues the quartet beginning with the quintessential dystopian novel, "The Giver," and "Gathering Blue," followed by "Son."
For the past six years, Matty has lived in Village and flourished under the guidance of Seer, a blind man, known for his special sight. Village [...]
At the age of twelve, Jonas, a young boy from a seemingly utopian, futuristic world, is singled out to receive special training from The Giver, who alone holds the memories of the true joys and pain of life. An ALA Notable Book for Children & Newbery Medal Winner. Reissue.[...]
While learning to bestow dreams, a young dream giver tries to save an eight-year-old boy from the effects of both his abusive past and the nightmares inflicted on him by the frightening Sinisteeds. Reprint.[...]
Lois Lowry's "Messenger" continues the quartet beginning with the quintessential dystopian novel, "The Giver," and "Gathering Blue," followed by "Son."
For the past six years, Matty has lived in Village and flourished under the guidance of Seer, a blind man, known for his special sight. Village [...]
Natalie Armstrong, an attractive, happy teenager about to enter college, sets out to discover the parents who gave her up at infancy. "A sad and funny book about [a] . . . teenager who learns the meaning of loneliness and enters adulthood with the knowledge that one can indeed inherit the best of tw[...]
As the German troops begin their campaign to "relocate" all the Jews of Denmark, Annemarie Johansen's family takes in Annemarie's best friend, Ellen Rosen, and conceals her as part of the family.Through the eyes of ten-year-old Annemarie, we watch as the Danish Resistance smuggles almost the entire [...]
Drawing on their own considerable experience of the syndrome, as well as current research findings, the authors help teachers and other education professionals to genuinely understand the needs of a dyspraxic child.[...]
Relates the discoveries and insights of Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky. This book presents a challenge to the underlying distinctions and boundaries of psychology, most significantly to the presumption of a cognitive-emotive divide. It is suitable for researchers in psychology, psychotherapy, cul[...]
This thoroughly updated third edition of Critical Theory Today offers an accessible introduction to contemporary critical theory, providing in-depth coverage of the most common approaches to literary analysis today, including: feminism; psychoanalysis; Marxism; reader-response theory; New Criticism;[...]
Explaining both why theory is important and how to use it, Lois Tyson introduces beginning students of literature to this often daunting area in a friendly and approachable style. The new edition of this textbook is clearly structured with chapters based on major theories that students are expected [...]
Psychoanalysis and the Artistic Endeavor offers an intriguing window onto the creative thinking of several well-known and highly creative individuals. Internationally renowned writers, painters, choreographers, and others converse with the author about their work and how it has been informed by the[...]
Museums may not seem at first glance to be engaged in social work. Yet, Lois H. Silverman brings together here relevant visitor studies, trends in international practice, and compelling examples that demonstrate how museums everywhere are using their unique resources to benefit human relationships a[...]
This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the heritage of Coptic Christians. The contributors combine academic expertise with intimate and practical knowledge of the Coptic Orthodox Church and Coptic heritage. The chapters explore historical, cultural, literary and material aspects, including[...]