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Senseless Acts of Beauty offers an organized and thoughtful approach to sharing the joy, play, and health of yoga with children. Step-by-step instruction for basic poses and beautiful illustrations provide guidance for children, families, and those who would like to incorporate children's yoga into...

This is the true story of an interaction between Mimi the caregiver/teacher and six-year-old Dara as it relates to race and ethnicity. While Mimi thought it was easier to describe a child based on her race and ethnicity, Dara focused on the colors they...

This is the true story of an interaction between Mimi the caregiver/teacher and six-year-old Dara as it relates to race and ethnicity. While Mimi thought it was easier to describe a child based on her race and ethnicity, Dara focused on the colors they...

"Adults squirm when the big questions come up, especially the big spiritual ones. They don't want their kids to worry, so they give answers that all say one thing: 'Don't worry. It's all okay.' "And yet the big questions still keep coming up. At...

This book is a poem written by a Montessori teacher and her students. We often hear what peace is not. Not war, not fight. But what is it? This book explains what peace is as understood by children of a preschool age. Perfect for...

Princess Affirmations is one of the first books that targets girls as young as 4 years old when it comes to self-love and using affirmations to manifest the future every little princess deserves. Author: Tempestt AishaISBN-10: 1087801788ISBN-13: 9781087801780Publisher: Tempestt AishaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/24/2019Pages: 66Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Many individuals start relationships without quite understanding what they are getting into. They are ill-prepared for the challenges that present themselves later. This is true for young people, as well as for older individuals. If you think about it, we got to school for...

A Secret or A Surprise? explains the difference between a secret and a surprise from a child's perspective and is accompanied with simplistic illustrations. It explains what children should do if someone asks them to keep a secret; especially if an adult asks them...

An interactive book filled with humor, poetry and photographs, and designed to help children adjust to change, develop strong character and ethics, and navigate the challenges of middle school.Author: Ray SarconeISBN-10: 1500600474ISBN-13: 9781500600471Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/27/2014Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 10.80h x...

Author: Karine WongISBN-10: 1479769126ISBN-13: 9781479769124Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/07/2013Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.11d

It's an exciting story full of fun, learning, and friendship on the first day of school. For kids ages 1-5Mya is a bright little girl. She loves to learn and explore, but most of all, she loves meeting new friends. Could the school be...

"Self-care is about being as kind to yourself as you would be to others..." Becoming a mum made psychologist Dr Alex Barnett realize something: the self-care skills she was teaching her clients to help them thrive in their day-to-day lives could easily be taught...

Miyah Takes Action takes a journey through a typical school day, highlighting several opportunities to promote positive behaviors among daily activities. Readers are encouraged to be helpful when possible, lift others up, challenge norms and be the best version of themselves, even when others...

I am kind! I am happy! I am a lot of things - what are you?I aakoi! I kukurei! Ngngai boni bwaai aika a mwaiti - Teraa ngkoe?Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to...

Sexism is something you learn, not something you are born with. It's at school, at work and even at home sometimes. Movies, books, TV and social media are full of sexist content. It's important to learn how to identify sexism. That way you can...

I Am in Foster Care seeks to answer the myriad of questions a child has when entering the foster care system. By plainly and truthfully answering a foster child's questions, we take one step toward decreasing their fear and establishing trust during a scary...

This must-have volume explores numerous aspects of eco-friendly architecture. Across four fascinating chapters, readers will evaluate whether eco-architecture is financially beneficial, whether it can also be stylish, whether it protects human health, and whether it benefits the environment. Readers will also learn ways that...

Throughout history, tactics such as violent repression, torture, and mass murder, have been used to subjugate and destroy populations. The essays in this anthology detail the atrocities of the 1971 East Pakistan Genocide. Essays reach far and wide, including examining Canadian neutrality on the...

This book explores genocide and persecution in Kosovo, including the historical and cultural background of long-running disputes between Kosovo and Serbia and other territories in the former Yugoslavia, particularly focusing on the 1999 war in Kosovo and the mass killings of Kosovo Albanians by...

This volume explores genocide and persecution in the People's Republic of China, including the historical and cultural background of events from the rise of the communist People's Republic of China in 1949 to the present. Issues surrounding events such as China's Great Leap Forward,...

This collection of essays will get your students revved up, about homework. Debates between the essays include whether college students study less now than in the past, whether the family unit is strained from too much homework, whether life lessons are more important than...

This book discusses whether cameras should be allowed in courtrooms. A diverse collection of viewpoints presents readers with opportunities for analysis and inquiry. Questions such as whether cameras should be allowed in criminal courts, whether they should be allowed in the Supreme Court, and...

This is a unique book of advice and commentary for teenagers, co-written by teenagers. It combines Dr. Wes Crenshaw's nineteen years of clinical experience as a board certified family psychologist with the natural wisdom and empathy of eight really sharp sixteen- to eighteen-year-olds, each...

Male Bulimia: My Dark Demon is a powerful, firsthand account of author Scott Simon's triumph over a lifelong deadly disease-bulimia. After developing bulimia while participating in school sports, Scott learned how to hide his disorder. He continued on a downhill slide into drugs, alcohol,...

- Vocabulary preview and review pages with pronunciations, glossary, and index- Fun, engaging editorial content- Diagrams, graphs, or other educational graphics- Curriculum connections- Beautiful, full-color photographs that support and enhance text- Simple interior design and easy-to-read fonts- Websites for further research and information- Backmatter...

"Self-care is about being as kind to yourself as you would be to others..." Becoming a mum made psychologist Dr Alex Barnett realize something: the self-care skills she was teaching her clients to help them thrive in their day-to-day lives could easily be taught...

Actor Michael B. Jordan is known for connecting with his characters, including playing the villain in the Hollywood blockbuster Black Panther. Learn more about his rise to fameAuthor: Celina McManusISBN-10: 1496665872ISBN-13: 9781496665874Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.13lbsSize: 8.80h x 6.60w x 0.30dAccelerated...

The Native peoples of North America are diverse in culture, language, and ecological adaptations to varied environments. This variation is expressed in their attire. "Seasons" colouring book showcases the colourful and different outfits of Native First American Indigenous women.Author: Kahnastatsi Nancy Ann G. JacobsISBN-10:...

This book is the first book to be recommended by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective to be used as a perfect alternative to social skills training. Autistic kids and teens need Neurodiversity-affirming resources and this book provides a space for them to explore the skills they...

This is a drip of paint. She has fun on the blank white paper, but one day she wanted a friend. She searched everywhere. Does her dream finally came true? See the rest in this book. It is a fan story for kids!Author: Jessie...

This is a drip of paint. She has fun on the blank white paper, but one day she wanted a friend. She searched everywhere. Does her dream finally came true? See the rest in this book. It is a fan story for kids!Author: Jessie...

Life Skills for Tweens, by Ferne Bowe (author of Life Skills for Young Adults and Money Skills for Teens), provides everything a tween needs to know to become a confident, happy and successful teenager.Packed with tips, illustrations, and real-life examples, the book covers the...

"Teens explore the history of extreme weather affecting the world today to understand how our changing climate is creating bigger, more destructive storms, the costly effect of these superstorms, and how to stay safe after a natural disaster"--Author: Michael E. GoodmanISBN-10: 1682772667ISBN-13: 9781682772669Publisher: Creative...

Bullying is common in schools across the country, but what can we do to stop it? Are school punishments and new laws the answer? Or can other responses stop bullying? Perspectives Flip Books are like two books in one: Start from one end and...

The Little Flower Bulb tells the story of Jamie, his mom, and his twin sisters, and of how Jamie comes to deal with the death of his father. Suitable for children aged 3-10, this beautifully illustrated book will be helpful for parents when talking...

Brothers laugh. They play. They love. Brothers make everything better. Photos and simple text show how much fun it is to have a brother. Back matter includes a glossary, common core questions, and much more. With an Accelerate Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or...

Grandpas like to teach and play. They give big hugs and lots of love. Using simple text (with an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below) and colorful photos, this book shows how important a grandpa is to every family. Back matter includes...

There are many different names for a grandmother. But no matter what you call her, a grandma is a constant source of love and smiles. Beautiful photos, simple text, and an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below combined with extensive back matter...

Sisters play, giggle, and love. Having a sister is having a best friend for life. Simple text and sweet photos show how great it is to have a sister. Extensive back matter including common core questions, a glossary, index, and more complete this title....

Being just like everyone else is boring, so dare to be different! People look different, think differently, and use different tools. Daring to be different means having the strength to be yourself. With examples including the way we dress, the tools we use to...

Being just like everyone else is boring, so dare to be different! People look different, think differently, and use different tools. Daring to be different means having the strength to be yourself. With examples including the way we dress, the tools we use to...

"I keep hearing grown-ups say that kids are resilient. I don't really know what that means. Does that mean I'm supposed to be OK? I can try to be OK. But I'm not, really."One day Gavin was a pretty typical 8-year-old boy. He loved...

This book focuses on the slave trade that took more than 12 million captured Africans to the Americas to be owned and worked in cruel and inhuman conditions. Stories of resistance and rebellion by enslaved peoples include the Haitian rebellion and the Amistad Revolt....

On a December day in 1955, Rosa Parks changed the course of history when she was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger on a Montgomery, Alabama bus.This simple yet courageous act set into motion a chain of events...

A curious little girl loves to ask questions. Most of all, she loves to hear how she was made with the help of an egg donor! A quirky, funny, and celebratory story that teaches kids about one of the many ways babies join a...

A gentle introduction to the important topic of the environment. Crafted around a conversation between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book using age-appropriate language and tone will help children shape their understanding of the natural world and how they participate in...

Introducing different ways students can help in school, including passing out papers, watering plants, feeding class pets, and cleaning.Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: We the Kids series gives the youngest reader (Ages 6-7) an introduction to being good citizens. Each book includes chapters that help...

Teens explore the history of extreme weather affecting the world today to understand how our changing climate is creating bigger, more destructive storms, the costly effect of these superstorms, and how to stay safe after a natural disaster.Author: Michael E. GoodmanISBN-10: 1640267107ISBN-13: 9781640267107Publisher: Creative...

Have you ever wondered how you can make some extra spending money as a kid?The newest title in the How Do series provides tons of ideas and over 20 tips and facts on how to make some extra cash by doing jobs or selling...

This title takes a simple look at the difference between wants and needs with relation to the places where we live. Shelter and warmth are basic needs but we want a lot more from our homes - how many of our wants are really...