Family & Relationships - Education

The carpenter thought about how spectacular his creation would be. It would be larger than anything he had made before and it would make the villagers smile-he was sure. And they would ask him, How did you make it? Where did you get the...

Even though my childhood could be described as underprivileged, I always felt rich because of the upbringing and values instilled in me as a child. I have had many obstacles in my life but being a mother has never been one of them. I...

The Beauty of R.A.M. Deepening Human Connections through Relationships, Accountability and Mentoring Dr. Aaron L. Horn-teacher, counselor and coach-continues his life-long passion for serving those in underserved communities. In his personal account of strategies for making deep human connections, Dr. Horn vividly illustrates the...

Does the idea of organizing and cleaning your home seem like an impossible dream? Homeschooling mother of six Tami Fox shares how she uses routines in her home to make it a haven for her family. She's taught her children these routines, so they'll...

In an annotated list including movies such as High Noon and Glory, and books such as The Giving Tree and To Kill a Mockingbird, therapist and educator Gurian highlights the particular ethical lessons two hundred great stories can impart to boys and young men.Author:...

Are children empty boxes into which we pour knowledge and wisdom? Or are they naturally predisposed to acquire these things? David H. Albert presents a collection of articles laden with gems, -including the single most important lesson to teach a child. -Topics include: How...

Wishing your child will one day establish a rewarding career is every parent's hope. Taking steps to accelerate and aim your child's academic performance in a highly rewarding direction is uncommon. Our world has already changed in ways that negate traditional approaches to college...

Sherry and Lee are the experts in the area of single parent adoption. They have studied the issue intensely, listened to both adoptees and parents, and most importantly they have lived it. This is an important book for all those impacted by single parent...

Across the country, millions of parents are deeply dissatisfied with the education their children are receiving and see that too many bright, creative, and energetic children are falling through the cracks, losing interest in learning, or developing "behavioral issues." They know intuitively that if...

Why do I have to go to school before the show that I am watching is over? Why do I have to wear shoes and a jacket when I go outside? Rules like these can be really frustrating - but they don't have to...

This alphabet book is a book primarily designed for young children. It presents letters of the alphabet with corresponding images and words. It is bright and simple and a great way to recognise and sound out the letters of the Alphabet. Great bedtime readingAuthor:...

There may be days when you want to give up. There may be days when you want to do something but your mind is telling you, do not do it. There may be days when you want to be with a boy and you...

Teach Baby to Talk ... and Make Reading Fun: The Importance of Speech and Language in Learning to Read begins by recounting author Sandra Jean Smith's experience as a teacher of illiterate adults, and also examines the possible causes for the ever-growing number of...

Always busy and on the move? Slow down and take a moment to meditate on the Word of God. Start your day off with God before getting too busy, rushing from one event or meeting after another. God desires to speak to you: He...

Working with parents and families can be a challenge, especially when there are contradicting expectations. However, it can also be a joyful and empowering experience for both the program and the family if partnering with families is built into the program's culture. Following a...

Let children experience the learning power of play Let's Play is a handbook full of child-led, open-ended learning adventures. The 39 fresh, fun, and budget-friendly activities (plus more than 225 play variations) are packed with learning that helps children develop important motor, cognitive, language,...

Richard Selznick is a child psychologist who has helped parents with their children's struggles in school for more than 25 years. His first book, The Shut-Down Learner, identified the problems faced by spatial learners and recommended ways that parents and teachers can help them...

"No Thank You I Can't Eat Those " is a book for children with food allergies. This book helps to identify peanut, dairy, milk allergies & more. Reading with and to your children early, can help them remember foods they may be allergic to....

From two internationally recognized experts in the field of gifted education comes this timely exploration of how best to nurture a child's unique gifts, and set them on a path to a happily productive life -- in school and beyond.What is intelligence? Is it...

Book Two in the series, How To Help Your Children Learn What Their Feelings Mean, is a read-along activity book designed to build communication between adults and young children. This book series helps build a child's Feelings Vocabulary in storybooks that follow the adventures...

"Dream openly, boldly, and courageously in front of your children." Have you given up a God-given dream in the name of motherhood-martyrdom? Did you know that motherhood and living your dreams can co-exist? Karla shares her experience and heart as she kicks against the...

Black Girl Shine is a children's book to motivate and encourage the youth to be confident in all of the gifts that they contribute to the world. Beauty, confidence, character, intelligence, and self love are key topics that are depicted in the book with...

This book is for you if the thought of planning for college is a concern, and is a great challenge that awaits you. Believe it or not, choosing and paying for the right college doesn't have to be as daunting as it may seem....

The My Friends Book is colorful and has a magical fairy theme with beautiful illustrations throughout. Kids will enjoy handing this book from one friend to another as they put the true magic of friendship into this book by filling in the blanks and...

Raising Peacemakers tells a twenty-two year story of kids growing up with peacemaking as their foundation. At Downtown Alternative School (DAS), a small public elementary school in Toronto, child-to-child conflicts were understood as opportunities. Children and adults worked hard to create a warm inclusive...

Are You Ready for the 9th Grade. . . Again? A Family's Guide for Success High school is a hard proposition for most of our students. High school is also the pinnacle of their education. The problem is that high school is hard. The...

According to author Ilchi Lee, every child possesses a marvelously capable brain. Using its full capacity is simply a matter of accessing and supporting the rich potential that lies beneath the surface. In Power Brain Kids, you will find a child-appropriate and parent-friendly guide...

Getting into college has become an obsession -- and not just with anxious students. Parents, too, are intensely involved in all aspects of the search and application process. "Expert" advice is easy to find, but nothing beats the hard-won wisdom of those in the...

How to Improve Reading Comprehension Quickly by Knowing Your Personal Reading Comprehension Style: Quick, Easy Tips to Improve Comprehension through the Brain's Fastest Superlinks Learning Style Ricki Linksman Improve your reading comprehension to remember everything you read and learn quickly. Discover your unique way...

Rare edition with unique illustrations and elegant classic cream paper. The Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian Hindu 1] 2] text widely considered to be the standard work on human sexual behavior in Sanskrit literature written by Vatsyayana. A portion of the work consists...

A volume in Family School Community Partnership Issues Series Editors: Diana B. Hiatt‐Michael, Pepperdine University Effective schools engage a wide range of families and community members to support their award‐winning programs. This monograph highlights exemplary examples of communities, including foundations, community organizers, non‐profit organizations,...

How can this book about marriage, "Heart and Soul Connection," assist us in obtaining the ultimate goal of life-spiritual obtainment or God realization, which for Gaudiya Vaishnavas (devotees of Krishna in the Hindu tradition of Shri Chaitanya and his followers) means eternal loving service...

A COLORING BOOK FOR TWO Choose your favorite crayons or colored pencils for this keepsake-coloring book featuring high-quality illustrations. Grandma and grandchild sit across from each other to blend fun and relaxation while they color at the same time. This carefully designed coloring book...

This is a book written for both children and adults. There is a wonderful story written just for children and interesting facts and information for the adults. In the children's story, learn how a puppy has a dream to be a police dog and...

The Social Studies Book is brought to you with a variety of learning experiences for children between the ages of two to six. The key focus is teaching children about the world they live in. Kristin gives enjoyable and purposeful activities for the children...

Mr. WORD will teach your children how to write the ABC's with easy and simple steps.Author: Sivan PittISBN-10: 1499136099ISBN-13: 9781499136098Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/21/2014Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.36lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.21d

Confidence is Beautiful no matter your size, no matter your weight be confident in who you are and you'll be BEAUTIFUL. Beauty is skin deep because you can have the "perfect body" and have an ugly soul and spirit. I pray this book touches...

A book about counseling written by a marriage and family therapist. Christian counseling. Seeking answers in counseling. What are the characteristics of the ego? What are the characteristics of the soul? What gives us our characteristics? Personality and physical appearance give us our characteristics....

In the Jack and Jillian book series, Jack and Jillian write about learning new things. When Jack goes to School, he writes about his first day back to school and his experiences during the day. The book is intended to make students feel comfortable...

There are dozens of books claiming the author has the secret to success with online dating. Most of them are a joke and use manipulation tactics to sucker people in. Who would want someone that had to be manipulated into liking him or her?...

Does your current mealtime routine consist of eating on the run, picking up fast food at the drive-through, or grabbing food "cafeteria style"? Do the members of your household dash away from the kitchen each night and gobble a microwave meal alone in their...

The adolescent years are often challenging for young people. As they embark on the transition from childhood to adulthood, many changes naturally occur in the mind and body. These changes often upset the balance within the family. Many times parents wonder what happened to...

In Surviving the "Business" of Healthcare--Knowledge Is Power , author Barbara Galutia Regis, MS, PA-C, shares a uniquely useful perspective with readers facing chronic illness and those caring for loved ones who are ill. Regis has been a healthcare provider and patient advocate for...

Faith Challenge Bible Activity Book Love is the most fulfilling of all of God's law. Faith Challenge Bible Activity Book was created with the intention of restoring the breach in family relationships, helping readers young and old view themselves through a wealth of knowledge...

Winner of the 1999 Margot Marek Book Award, which is given by the New York Branch of the International Dyslexia Association for "the best book, fiction or nonfiction, written for parents and their children that will further their understanding of learningAuthor: Daphne M. HurfordISBN-10:...

This book is a tool for helping teachers and parents of musical kids work together to provide young people with music learning experiences that are meaningful and lasting.Author: Robert H. WoodyISBN-10: 1475849966ISBN-13: 9781475849967Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/11/2019Pages: 144Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.00h x...

Mindful Parenting helps parents raise children who will be calmer, more enlightened, and happier.Author: Catherine DepinoISBN-10: 1475843216ISBN-13: 9781475843217Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/30/2018Pages: 232Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.50w x 0.90dReview Citation(s): Booklist 11/15/2018 pg. 7

This book will teach students the things they need to succeed in the real world.Author: Chris PalmerISBN-10: 147583893XISBN-13: 9781475838930Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/16/2018Pages: 206Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.70d

This book for parents describes how elementary-aged kids are learning mathematics today, why this new way of learning is beneficial, and what they can specifically do at home to support their child's math education and engagementAuthor: Hilary Kreisberg, Matthew L. BeyranevandISBN-10: 1475833571ISBN-13: 9781475833577Publisher: Rowman...

Learning from the Inside-Out: Child Development and School Choice is the first book of its kind to marry child development, educational psychology, neuroscience, and pedagogy. This book goes beyond the now banal conversation of differentiating students based upon gender, race, and class. This book...