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Gifts of Gratitude: A Journey of Remembrance and Connection - Hardcover

$35.98

by Jennifer Burchill (Author)In Gifts of Gratitude, Jennifer reflects on the profound power of gratitude, weaving together her childhood memories in the Midwest during the 1970s and 1980s. Through a nostalgic lens, she recounts the ordinary moments that became extraordinary thanks to the people who influenced her life. While blending humor and heart, Jennifer's memoir emphasizes the importance of expressing appreciation before it's too late and offers a reminder to seize every chance to say "...

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by Kyle Dow (Author)Benji is excited to go to the park and fly his kite but soon discovers that the car has a flat tire.His dad knows how to change it but needs his help. Benji happily lends a hand and in the process learns how to change a tire. Number of Pages: 40 Dimensions: 0.25 x 10 x 8 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 10, 2025

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by Karen M. Henderson (Author)Sometimes life seems too hard.Before I was married, I had images in my head of how my life would be. I would get married, have a few children, and live in a nice house, with flower beds across the front, with a beautiful red maple tree in the front yard. Life would be, well, perfect. I grew up in a chaotic, dysfunctional home. I knew my life would be different than my parents had been. I believed I was smarter than they were and would make better choices. That tu...

I Don't Want to Talk about It: A Journalist's Essays on Autism, Dementia, Religion and God - Paperback

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by Raphael James (Author), Sarena James (Contribution by)I Don't Want To Talk About It is a poignant memoir that chronicles the remarkable journey of an award-winning journalist Raphael James and his family as they navigate the challenges of living with autism and dementia. In this deeply personal and insightful account, James shares his experiences, triumphs, and the strategies he developed to overcome adversity. James is also transparent about how turning to religion and God did not always ...

Emotionally Healthy Children: A Proven Guide for Educators and Families to Raise Confident, Secure and Resilient Children - Paperback

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by Helen Ober (Author)The emotional health of our children has risen to a critical stage.Imagine a world where consistency exists between home and school, both domainsencourage talking about emotions, what triggers them, what to call them, and the best wayto cope with anxiety and unhealthy stress. No longer would a child repress how they feel, act out with angry outbursts, and struggle with regulating emotions.This book is 2 books in one...for educators and parents. The goal is to equip teach...

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American Impresario: William F. Buckley, Jr., and the Elements of American Character - Paperback

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by Lawrence Perelman (Author)In 1994, William F. Buckley, Jr., the conservative icon, received a letter from an eighteen-year-old aspiring pianist by the name of Lawrence Perelman, the son of Soviet Jewish immigrants. Buckley's response sparked a remarkable cross-generational friendship during which Perelman learned of the timeless elements of Buckley's character, and the central role of classical music in Buckley's American vision. Lawrence Perelman, an eighteen-year-old aspiring pianist and...

In My Boots: A Memoir of Five Million Steps Along the Appalachian Trail - Paperback

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by Amanda K. Jaros (Author)"Amanda K. Jaros's In My Boots does what some of the best works of nonfiction do: it takes the reader on a journey-in this case, a journey that is as much mental and emotion as it is physical." -Amy Butcher, author of Visiting Hours: A Memoir of Friendship and MurderWhen Amanda K. Jaros learns about the 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail after college, she walks away from a sheltered life dominated by an angry and volatile father and does something unexpected: spends six ...

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by Greg Rappleye (Author)Barley Child, Greg Rappleye's fifth collection, draws from family legends, whispered stories, and sworn denials across four generations of Irish American lives-recalled, imagined, and reconstructed from census records, old letters, church registries, yellowed newspaper clippings, and a few odd photographs in which the human figures are often unnamed. The sum of these affidavits, arrayed across the lyric and narrative lines of these poems, is an electrifying human choi...

The Quiet Unraveling of Eve Ellaway - Paperback

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by Melanie Hooyenga (Author)All Eve Ellaway wants is to escape to college, start a life of her own, and finally sever the connection to her twin sister Gen who disappeared when they were babies. Because while the rest of the world moved on from the kidnapping, Gen's still very much alive at home. Most families would grieve their missing child. Some families might create a shrine for their lost daughter. But the Ellaways are not most families.Every night, Eve pretends to be Gen to protect her ...

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La Ciencia de Las Cosas Que Se Rompen / The Science of Breakable Things - Paperback

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by Tae Keller (Author)De la autora ganadora del Premio Newbery es esta novela llena de "coraz?n y acci?n", de acuerdo a Booklist. Con la ayuda de sus amigos, Natalie inicia, sin saberlo, un viaje de autodescubrimiento. La ciencia de la esperanza ser? su mayor hallazgo. Natalie cree que la competencia de ca?da de huevos, sugerida por el se?or Neely, puede ser la soluci?n a sus problemas. Si ella y sus amigos ganan el premio en met?lico, podr? llevar a su madre, una bot?nica apasionada que sufr...

Working with Loss, Death and Bereavement: A Guide for Social Workers - Paperback

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by Jeremy A. Weinstein (Author)This book makes a significant contribution to the literature. The author is to be commended for the huge amount of work he has put into this volume which deserves to be widely used' - Professor Bernard Moss, Staffordshire UniversityAll social workers encounter complex and diverse forms of loss throughout their practice. Working with Loss, Death and Bereavement helps trainee and practitioners navigate these difficult situations by developing the skills and values...

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by Wendy Orr (Author)★ "A novel that will sink into readers' bones....This is a wonderful, unique family survival story with a majestic herd of horses....Orr's latest will delight middle grade readers searching for escape and home simultaneously."--School Library Journal ★ Starred ReviewThe valley of horses has been a safe haven for Honey and her family for seven peaceful years, but this seemingly perfect valley has also become their prison. Trapped by a mysterious magic, and fearing for her ...

Around the World in Family Days - Paperback

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by Charles Achampong (Author)It's possible to do something different-and this inspirational story will leave your mind buzzing with possibilities.Do you ever feel like life is so busy that you're missing out on actually living it?Perhaps you traveled when you were younger, but now life feels stagnant-tied to a desk job with endless responsibilities keeping you from following your dreams.Maybe you worry your children are missing out on real-world experiences because daily demands leave little ...

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by James Ballentine (Author)A fascinating insight depicting the reality of Black boys, Black men, and a disenfranchised family through a lens told from two different geographical perspectives. A memoir that ignites conversations regarding underprivileged realities, depression, success, love, and strong opinions. A story told about the author that gives a fresh perspective on an old, common story. Learn about how the author navigated life through a childhood filled with obstacles that not many...

They Even Took My Shoes: How a journalist overcame betrayal, an abusive court system, and kept her promise - Paperback

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by Paula Fidalgo (Author)They Even Took My Shoes is a powerful and inspiring story that draws on the collective experiences of countless women whom Paula Fidalgo has encountered throughout her career. Through the journey of Maria, a woman who loses nearly everything, this book reveals the strength that emerges from life's hardest trials. Blending themes of Positive Psychology, manifestation, and resilience, They Even Took My Shoes serves as a tribute to the enduring strength found in women's ...

Spectrum of Independence: How to Teach Your Neurodiverse Child Daily Life Skills - Hardcover

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by Kristin Lombardi (Author), Christine Drew (Author), Peter F. Gerhardt (Foreword by)As a parent of a neurodiverse child, milestones that many families take for granted--like seeing your kid graduate from high school or college, get a rewarding job, and, eventually, leave the nest--may be fraught with uncertainty. How can kids who need loads of support to get through the day ever learn to take care of themselves? This motivating, practical book gives you concrete strategies for maximizing th...

The Adventure to the Ancient Iceberg - Hardcover

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by Axi Mok (Author), Jay Goldman (Illustrator)Set sail for the first of many incredible adventures with Axi, Brandon, and their talking dogs as they save a beautiful, ancient kingdom from evil forces in a young author's debut novel.For fans of the Magic Treehouse series comes a new adventure with just as much heart, adventure, and thrills!Meet the debut release of author Axi Mok: The Adventure to the Ancient Iceberg, featuring a courageous brother-sister duo, their talking dogs, and a quest b...

Al Borde del Oscuro Mar de Las Tinieblas: La Saga Wingfeather: Libro 1 - Hardcover

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by Andrew Peterson (Author) Hab?a una vez, en una caba?a al borde del oscuro mar de las tinieblas, tres ni?os y su fiel perro, Nugget. Janner Igiby, su hermano Tink, y su hermana con habilidades especiales Leeli, son ni?os talentosos como los son todos los ni?os, amados por su madre que es noble y su abuelo que era pirata. Pero necesitar?n todos sus dones y todo lo que aman para sobrevivir a la malvada persecuci?n de los venenosos Colmillos Malditos, que han cruzado el mar oscuro para gobern...

Brain Games - Puzzles for Mom: More Than 170 Puzzles to Brighten Mom's Day - Spiral

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by Publications International Ltd (Author), Brain Games (Author)Give Mom a fun and engaging puzzle book for Mother's Day or any day! Puzzle types include crosswords, anagrams, cryptograms, grid fills, sudoku, logic puzzles, mazes, brain teasers, elevator words, and more. A wide range of puzzle topics include TV Moms, women authors, geography, food, actresses, spring, and love. Answer key is located at the back of the book. Spiral binding, 192 pages. Number of Pages: 192 Dimensions: ...

How to Be Loved Like Paddington - Hardcover

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by Michael Bond (Author), Peggy Fortnum (Illustrator)A book of love and friendship - the perfect gift for Paddington Bear fans!This uplifting collection of inspiring - often hilarious - quotes reveals the extraordinary impact that Paddington Bear has on everyone he meets, and just how much they love him . . . even if there are a few well-intended mishaps to take into account!Author BiographyMichael Bond was born in Newbury, Berkshire on 13 January 1926 and educated at Presentation College, Re...

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by Barbara Dee (Author)"Both relatable and inspiring...an entertaining and heartfelt read." --Janae Marks, New York Times bestselling author of On Air with Zoe Washington From critically acclaimed author Barbara Dee comes a middle grade novel that's "this generation's Dear Mr. Henshaw" (Kirby Larson, Newbery Honor-winning author of Hattie Big Sky) about a girl whose struggles with anxiety and writer's block set off unexpected twists and turns, both on and off the page. Lyla is thrilled when h...

The Unbreakable Boy: A Father's Fear, a Son's Courage, and a Story of Unconditional Love (Now a Major Motion Picture Starring Zachary Levi) - Paperback

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by Scott Michael Lerette (Author), Susy Flory (With)Discover a heartwarming true story of joy, hope, and resilience...Now a major motion picture starring Zachary Levi.The Unbreakable Boy is the raucously tender story of the life of a teenage boy with autism and a rare brittle bone disease who joyfully embraces life's tragedies and triumphs.Like any other teenage boy, Austin loves pizza, movies, dancing, and girls. But unlike most other eighteen-year-olds, he has a rare brittle bone disease, w...

The Adventure to the Ancient Iceberg - Paperback

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Playing Loteria /El Juego de la Loteria (Bilingual) - Paperback

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by Rene Colato Lainez (Author), Jill Arena (Illustrator)Together a little boy and his grandma discover a world of language and realize that loved ones have special ways of understanding each other. Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.11 x 10.42 x 9.08 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 25, 2009 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Playing Loteria Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3 ...

Setting Limits, Revised & Expanded 2nd Edition: How to Raise Responsible, Independent Children by Providing CLEAR Boundaries - Paperback

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by Robert J. MacKenzie (Author)Start Setting Effective Limits -- Now Do your children misbehave? Do they repeatedly ignore or refuse your requests for proper behavior? Are you constantly fluctuating between permissive and authoritarian parenting, with little or no success? Are you convinced there has to be a better way? There is. Setting Limits will help you establish the positive, respectful, and instructional groundwork your children need for proper ethical and behavioral development In th...

I Love Dad: 200 Great Quotes & Reasons Why Fathers Are Awesome - Hardcover

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by Jackie Corley (Author) I Love Dad is an inspirational compilation of over 200 timeless quotes for and about fathers, celebrating the essence of fatherhood. What words best describe a father's love? Strong, supportive, fiercely protective, comforting. I Love Dad celebrates fatherhood in all its aspects. Through the timeless words of poets and artists, celebrities and scholars, this book expresses the strength and power of a father's love in the most meaningful way: the positive effects dad...

Why Is this So Easy For You? - Paperback

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by Susan Senowitz (Author), Lizzy Senowitz (Author)Stella is an exceptionally smart eighth grader from a poor family. She and her friend Liza attend an exclusive all girls' private school on scholarship. Together they navigate the challenges of being the "poor" girls in a world of the ultra rich, while also figuring out how they are ever going to meet boys. Stella is an only child and a gifted ballet dancer. She yearns to know more about her family, but her parents shut her down every time sh...

The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization - Paperback

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by Mark J. Russ (Author)A comprehensive and compassionate guide to help families understand and navigate psychiatric hospitalization.Each year, millions of Americans face psychiatric hospitalizations, yet this process often remains shrouded in stigma and mystery. In this indispensable guide, Mark J. Russ, MD, offers patients and families essential support and vital information to navigate this challenging process, from admission to discharge. The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization pr...

Good Morning! Momma Read to Me? - Paperback

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by Ruthann Plata (Author)The "Good Morning" series invites the reader to enjoy the adventures of the day."Momma, will you read to me?" the author's son would ask first thing in the morning. With a stack of books, they would curl up in a rocking chair under a warm heirloom quilt both curious and excited to read the stories of new and favorite characters.Starting with "Momma Read to Me," readers can wake up to possibilities that lie ahead for the day. This first book honors the many titles that...

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by Susan Quinn (Author), Sarah Mathew (Illustrator)My Mom is a beautifully illustrated, stereotype-busting celebration of all the everyday things one child's mum does to make her so wonderfully awesome! My Mom says that when I arrivedI was like a stardriftingdownfrom the skyand into her life. The story follows mother and child from before the child is born, celebrating the bond between mother and child even when the child is just a dream. With a wonderful inclusive feel, all mother and child ...

The Gentle No: Wanting What Wasn't for Me - Paperback

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by Syreeta L. Carrington (Author)As the eldest child born to a single mother, I was parentified at a young age. On the weekends when my mother worked as a nurse at the local hospital and all I wanted to do was be a kid, I was responsible for my younger brother and sister. That included everything from getting them dressed to feeding them and making sure they were safe. Growing up, I became increasingly more and more convinced that I never wanted children of my own. Instead, I concentrated on ...

Healing from Parental Abandonment and Neglect: Move Beyond Insecure Attachment to Build Safety, Connection, and Trust with Yourself and Others - Paperback

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by Kaytlyn Gillis (Author), Elaine Miller-Karas (Foreword by)A powerful approach to heal from abandonment trauma, break free from self-blame and shame, and rebuild trust--with yourself and the ones you love. Do you blame yourself for being abandoned or neglected as a child, or suffer from poor self-esteem, anxiety, or depression as a result? Do you have deep feelings of shame, defectiveness, and insecurity that impact your life and relationships? If so, you are not alone. These are common exp...