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I'm Not Crazy: A workbook for teens with depression and bipolar disorder - Paperback

$15.07

by Linda De Sosa (Author)Teens It isn't fair that you have depression or bipolar disorder. You can continue along the same path, but chances are, if someone gave you this workbook, that path isn't the best. Working through these pages will help you understand what the heck everyone is talking about. You might even see some of your behaviors and thoughts. It has practical suggestions to help you cope. What does it hurt to try? Ultimately, it is your choice to work through the issues. But, it...

STD/HIV Prevention Action: Let's Protect Each Other - Paperback

$22.63

by Mph Samuel Frimpong (Author)Over the past several years, STD/HIV infections have affected millions of people throughout the world. These infections do not discriminate against the wealthy or the poor, but afflict many simply because they are not informed about the diseases and their prevention, in denial or refuse to protect themselves. Dr. Samuel Frimpong draws upon his extensive experience as a CDC certified STD/HIV disease intervention specialist and Human Services Program Specialist fo...

Bibliotherapy: When Kids Need Books: A Guide for Those in Need of Reassurance and Their Teachers, Parents, and Friends - Paperback

$20.47

by Amy Recob (Author)The most important qualification that the author brings to this book is a genuine care and concern for her students. Everyone has dealt with at least one of the issues listed in this book at some point in his/her lifetime. Whether that issue was conquered with the help of a loved one, through therapy, or is still weighing on the individual, the therapeutic power of a book is often overlooked. The reassurance gained when an individual learns that they are not the only one,...

I dream of Angels... Yet I live with Demons: Poetry for the modern teenager - Paperback

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by Tabitha Rabisa (Author)I dream of Angels Yet I live with Demons is a book with poetry for the modern teenager. All teenagers feel the emotions inside this book, but most think they are the only one. After reading it, you will realize that you are not alone. You are not the first to have felt these things, and most certainly not the last. Author Tabitha Rabisa wrote most of these works while still in school as a teenager and has felt all of these emotions. It will definitely be like looking...

Complete Game: The Emotional Dynamics of In-Game Focus - Paperback

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by Rob Crews (Author)Many coaches and athletes will say the game is 80% mental but never spend enough time developing this part of their game. Is it because we don't know how? Or do we love to ignore those things we aren't good at? In sports and competition, mind activity and physical activity occur at the same time. When it is time to perform, we cannot get caught up into whatever emotions are going to distract us from achieving our Full Genetic Potential. So if your mental game is not up to...

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by Amory M. Sommaripa (Author)Amory Sommaripa is a 77 year old retired physician. With a Russian count father and a Boston Brahmin mother his has been an unusual life filled with a variety of events that have been humorous lucky and downright embarrassing. Starting in his first decade he had the following: apparent visits by angels, summers on a ranch with near-drowning, rattlers and arroyos, four mothers, auction angst, and raised and showed a champion Angus steer. His second ten years inclu...

Kids Finance 101: A Guide to Financial Success for Parents and their Children - Paperback

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by Yvonne Brooks (Author)Kids Finance 101 Kids Finance 101 is an outstanding book, designed to assist parents towards becoming more effective financial mentors for their children. "Save when you are young, so that you can enjoy riches when you're older." -Mark, Age 16 This Book Will Teach Parents & Children How To: 1. Become Financially Responsible 2. Establish a Kids Financial Portfolio with Allowance Money 3. Prepare a Simple Kids Budget 4. Invest Wisely 5. Save for College Autho...

The Chicano Bible: Barrio Arte - Paperback

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by Frank J. Alvarez (Author)I write for healing and inspiration, My book is about growing up in Los Angeles, California. My book is about the trials, heartaches, and tribulations that teenagers are faced with. I also include poetry as a way to lift my spirit. My book consists of short easy essays targeted at the young Chicano minds that need God in there lives to help them get through difficult times. I also write about my personal bout with the disease of alcoholism, what I used to be like a...

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by Don Roberts (Author)"Don, writing the letter to my dad was very cleansing. I actually cried as I was finishing it. I have never cried emotionally over my father before. I actually felt closer to him than I have ever felt. Thanks for giving me that gift." Wally "Famous" Amos. "Dear Dad, I wanted to always tell you that I hate you because you left me when I was only three." Shameka-age 12. You will likely see yourself and your father in this book. Roberts' unique idea of having the writer ta...

When the Grass Was Blue: Growing Up in the South - Hardcover

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by Phillip Shabazz (Author)"Phillip Shabazz is the children's grist.this collection of story poems invite the reader to clap, cheer, sing, dance, mourn, but never forget." -Jaki Shelton Green, poet, winner of the North Carolina Award for Literature "In this, his third collection of poems, Phillip Shabazz has created a novel in verse that explores the joys, mysteries, and challenges of childhood.Shabazz's poems reach us like raindrops on the skin, some warm, some stinging, but all reminders of...

A Clean Street's a Happy Street: A Bronx Memoir - Hardcover

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by James McSherry (Author)"To say McSherry has lived a 'hard knock' life is an understatement, but the Lehman High School teacher and Brio Award winner has crafted a Bronx version of Angela's Ashes that resonates with hope, wit, and perseverance." -Derek Woods, host of the television program, Bronx Magazine Told through a series of striking vignettes, A Clean Street's A Happy Street: A Bronx Memoir is a masterful coming-of-age tale brimming with heartache, forgiveness, and redemption. Growing...

The Independent Learner: A Student Resource Book for Independent Study - Paperback

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by Starr Cline (Author)Aimed at helping both teachers and students understand the concept of independent study as a means of developing independent learners and at providing the insights for implementing that concept. Number of Pages: 52 Dimensions: 0.11 x 11 x 8.25 IN Publication Date: March 26, 2008

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by Sabir K. Muhammad (Author), Toni Scott Daniel (Illustrator)Although he's no stranger to the swim community, Sabir Muhammad is a novice writer who knows how to tell a story which just happens to be his own. This inspirational children's picture book tells of a little boy and his fantasy of becoming a great swimmer. A fantasy which becomes a reality larger than he could have ever imagined. Each page features beautiful, vibrant watercolor illustrations from artist Toni Scott Daniel, which bri...

Sounds in the House - Sonidos en la casa: A Mystery (In English and Spanish) - Paperback

$17.53

by Channing Jones (Illustrator), Karl Beckstrand (Author)Have you ever been scared by strange noises-sounds that seem to happen all by themselves? What causes those squeaks and bumps? A scaredy-cat dog faces his fears and finds out in this picture book with full text and a pronunciation guide in English and Spanish. Get this funny bedtime story on courage and friendship (with finding activity: sounds, nouns, and verbs). Humorous illustrations by Channing Jones aid language comprehension (for ...

Natali's Journey, The True Story of a Rhythmic Gymnast - Paperback

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by Fran Victor (Author)A modern day ugly duckling, Natali finds herself frustrated with gymnastics until she discovers rhythmic gymnastics. Once she finds a sport that works with her strengths, she thrives and accomplishes more than she ever had imagined. Her determination and training allow her to overcome her fears and finally succeed, changing her life forever. This book is based on a true story about my daughter who began rhythmic gymnastics at age eight and went on to win a junior olympi...

Pretty, Pretty Peacock: The Great Peacock Rescue - Paperback

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by Jessica Laurianne D'Agostino (Illustrator), Jessica Laurianne D'Agostino (Author)This is a children's story about how a family helped to rescue hundreds of peacocks in a local neighborhood. Based on a true story, this heroic tale was featured in the Palm Beach Post. This full color book is full of hand-painted illustrations, designed to teach children to love and respect all creatures, demonstrating how people can truly make a difference when they do the right thing. Number of Pages: 36 Di...

Growing Up Yoruba: A Teen Guide Book for Practicing the Yoruba Lucumi Tradition - Paperback

$21.60

by Kemba McHawi (Author)What exactly does it mean to grow up Yoruba? For author Kemba Mchawi, it meant juggling the vastly different worlds of being a teenager in Brooklyn with the curious practices of a religion that started in Africa. While she sometimes felt like she needed dual personalities to live in both of these worlds, she definitely succeeded at mastering them both, and even became an initiated priest of Yemonja. Now, she takes her childhood experience and her teachings to help teen...

The Dream Book: A Young Person's Guide to Understanding Dreams - Paperback

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by Patricia Garfield Ph. D. (Author)People have long been fascinated by the meaning of dreams. In fact, young people around the world have similar dreams. World-renowned dream expert Patricia Garfield has gathered together the common types of dreams - dreams of being chased, of unfinished homework, of falling, and even of being undressed in the most awkward places - and helps young people analyze their dream lives. She gives excellent suggestions to help young readers remember, understand, an...

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by B. Robbins (Illustrator), Angel Anderson (Author)Parker's Peek-A-Boo Moon is an educational children's book. For anyone studying the moon and phases grades K-5. It is a great way to read to your children or students while teaching them about the moon and the phases of the moon. Number of Pages: 40 Dimensions: 0.1 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: April 15, 2013

Rooftop Rascals: A true story about a raccoon family who lived on a neighbor's rooftop in Alexandria, Virginia - Paperback

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by Lynn B. Sauls (Author)Rooftop Rascals is a true story, illustrated children's book, about a raccoon family that lived on a neighbor's rooftop for a summer, in Alexandria, Virginia.Author BiographyLynn Sauls has also written, Through Big Brown Eyes, reading at second grade level. Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 04, 2013

Stranger Danger - How to Talk to Kids About Strangers - Paperback

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by Kristi Porter (Author)Stranger Danger - How to Talk to Kids About Strangers is a guide to help parents and caregivers of children ages 3-8 teach kids about strangers in a fun, interactive, and age appropriate way - without scaring them. Kids want and need to know what to DO in dangerous situations, but are usually only told to what NOT to do. (Don't talk to strangers; don't get in the car with strangers, etc.) Even the multitude of children's picture books about strangers (most aimed at th...

Juventud! Growing up on the Border: Stories and Poems - Paperback

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by Erika Garza-Johnson (Editor), Rene Saldana Jr. (Author)Borders are magical places, and growing up on a border, crossing and recrossing that space where this becomes that, creates a very special sort of person, one in whom multiple cultures, languages, identities and truths mingle in powerful ways. In these eight stories and sixteen poems, a wide range of authors explore issues that confront young people along the US-Mexico border, helping their unique voices to be heard and never ignored....

Sea Life Funny & Weird Marine Animals: Learn with Amazing Photos and Facts About Ocean Marine Sea Animals. - Paperback

$21.53

by P. T. Hersom (Author)Discover Amazing Sea Marine Life Animals, Funny Sharks to Weird Yeti CrabsWhile working with my grandson on a school, marine life project, we discovered strange and funny sea life creatures that we didn't even know existed Like the shark that looks like an oriental rug, or the chameleons of the sea that change their color at will.Come discover with your children inside this book funny and weird marine animals that will keep your young readers interested in reading thi...

Shark Life Funny & Weird Sea Creatures: Learn with Amazing Photos and Fun Facts About Sharks and Sea Creatures - Paperback

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by P. T. Hersom (Author)Discover Sharks from Around the World with Funny Shark Pictures and Weird Shark FactsLearning new things can be fun and humorous, join bestselling children's book author P. T. Hersom as he uncovers funny shark facts and sometimes weird shark behavior, with stunning full color photos with descriptions of the sea creatures, what they like to eat, where they live and their behavior.Explore parts of the ocean to find sharks that have tools like the Hammerhead Shark, or the...

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by Bridget Gongol (Illustrator), Bridget Gongol (Author)"All About Vaccines" is a book designed to educate children and parents alike about vaccines. Using fun cartoon dinosaur illustrations, this book explains what vaccines are, how they work, and their importance in easy-to-understand language. To aid further exploration and understanding of vaccines for older children and adults, "All About Vaccines" also contains a more detailed explanation of vaccines, a glossary of terms, and a list of ...

The Polygraph Investigators of Luna Pier - Paperback

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by Richard E. Ankony (Author)This non-fiction novel is about the real every day life of professional state licensed Private Investigators and Polygraph Examiners from the front lines of our profession. Despite the myth, our work is not done in the safe sanctuaries of Corporate America. On the contrary, we work alone without backup on the dark streets, prisons and homes under dangerous and hostile conditions. Our work ranges throughout multi-state regions to the politically vilified and ethnic...

The New First Dictionary of Cultural Literacy: What Your Child Needs to Know - Paperback

$18.99

by E. D. Hirsch (Author)From child education expert E. D. Hirsch Jr., the national best-selling author of How to Educate a Citizen, The New First Dictionary of Cultural Literacy gathers together all of the essential facts that youngsters should have at their fingertips for school success. The perfect one-stop homework helper and family reference for children cuts through the wealth of information available to highlight terms that a child should be familiar with from the beginning of the first...

A Weed Is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver - Paperback

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by Aliki (Author), Aliki (Illustrator)Discover how George Washington Carver went from a slave to an innovator of agricultural science in this luminously illustrated picture book. Born a slave, George Washington Carver went on to become the most prominent black scientist of the early twentieth century.Author BiographyAliki is the author and illustrator of more than fifty books for children that are treasured by readers all over the world. Her many well-loved titles include My Visit to the Zoo,...

Hopscotch, Hangman, Hot Potato, & Ha Ha Ha: A Rulebook of Children's Games - Paperback

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by Jack Macguire (Author)PLAYING RULES FOR MORE THAN 250 GAMES AND SPORTS FOR CHILDREN OF EVERY AGE, INCLUDING INDOOR, OUTDOOR, PARTY, TRAVEL, WATER, MEMORY, AND CARD GAMES Games galore! From Capture the Flag to Stickball and Volleyball, from Jacks and Old Maid to Word Lightning, here are easy-to-use instructions, recommendations, and scoring for more than 250 popular games and sports for children. Presented in quick-access format, this unique guide is ideal for parents, teachers, adult refer...

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by William Berman (Author)A beginner's guide to dissecting everything from an earthworm to a frog to a feral pig, perfect for a middle school classroom. This 214-page manual features over 821 step-by-step illustrations providing a perfect introduction to the art of dissection. Updated and easy to follow, these guided projects cover everything from simple earthworms to the complex fetal pig. Ages 12+.Author BiographyWilliam Berman is a Simon & Schuster author. Number of Pages: 223 Dimensio...

Roberto Clemente: Young Ball Player - Paperback

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by Montrew Dunham (Author), Meryl Henderson (Illustrator)Roberto Clemente Walker was a Puerto Rican professional baseball player. He played 18 seasons at right field for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was a National League, Most Valuable Player once, All-Star twelve times (15 games), batting champion four times, and Gold Glove winner twelve times. In 1972, Clemente got his 3,000th major league hit. Clemente was very involved in charity work in Puerto Rico and Latin American countries during the o...

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by Ntozake Shange (Author), Kadir Nelson (Illustrator)Featuring luminous art by Coretta Scott King Award-winning illustrator Kadir Nelson, this reflective picture book by poet Ntozake Shange looks back at the great Black thinkers and innovators who visited her father's house. A close-knit group of Black innovators formed their own community in the early to mid-twentieth century. These men of vision lived at a time when the color of their skin dictated where they could live, what schools they ...