Offers you, the reader, a glimpse of the subject's background and family structure as it relates to the social and economic pressures that existed during their lifetime. Knowledge is power and by learning about the accomplishments of so many people who were not born privileged, perhaps it will , among other things, help to eradicate many racial stereotypes. It is important that we adults teach the children to understand from whence we came by devoting some time to the study of the history, culture, sociology, religion, and politics of  black ...

A guidebook to the four seasons, calling attention to many of the more striking objects and phenomena which reveal themselves to the country rambler. The awakening of nature dominates the discussion in Spring. In Summer the focus shifts to the various habitats—woods, hedgerows, wastes, streams, heaths, bogs, marshes, fields, and meadows—and what can be found there. Fruits and seeds and preparation for winter are the main topics in Autumn. The condition of plants, animals, and trees in Winter round out the year. The 171 illustrations depicted ...

Following a familiar story line, Ox's journey with opioids distills this complex topic into a consumable message of prevention for adolescents growing up during a prescription drug abuse epidemic.

The incredible story of one of the finest Indian actors of our generation. Since its publication in 1937, Napoleon Hill's seminal Think and Grow Rich has inspired generations of readers to develop their skills and become masters at anything to do. Inspired by Andrew Carnegie himself, Hill's easy-to-follow guidebook to success is based on thirteen simple 'steps': 1. Desire 2. Faith 3. Autosuggestion 4. Specialized Knowledge 5. Imagination 6. Organized Planning 7. Decision 8. Persistence 9. Power of the Master Mind 10. The Mystery of Sex Transmutation 11. The ...

The First Book of Plants by Alice Dickinson is a wonderful science book that targets upper elementary/middle school readers. It is very thorough in its presentation of plants as organisms, discussing the different types of plants (annuals, biennials, and perennials and various examples of each, bacteria and fungi),  The book discusses the many ways that plants reproduce, a discussion of seeds and fruit, and the parts and components of plants, from the cellular level to their structure.  Beautiful illustrations by Paul Wenck are contained throughout ...

The Friends' Guide emerged when our newcomer students attending our tutoring sessions expressed a need to understand not just their school material, but their school itself. It became solidified when students said they did not feel like they belonged in their school, and felt alone in their struggles, unsure of what solutions might help or were available to them.  This book is a collection of the best advice, experience, and resources our nonprofit multilingual tutoring and enrichment group, led by teens, has provided to our newcomer students ...

 This is definitely not your standard Gratitude Journal! Who wants a one-page format that is repeated, day after day after day? That's right, nobody does, let alone a young boy! If you are looking for a great variety of 1-minute gratitude entries then 'Gratitude with Attitude' is the ideal journal for any 10-15-year-old boy. The journal is the perfect way for boys to record feelings of gratitude in a straightforward and prompted question format. Designed by International Best-Selling Author and former Junior School Teacher Romney Nelson ...

How did the universe really begin? Is the latest science proof God might not exist? The verdict is in. In The Case for a Creator Student Edition, Lee Strobel investigates the latest scientific discoveries from physics to biology and discovers they point convincingly toward a creator God.

Kolejna niezwykła propozycja dla fanów Minecrafta stworzona we współpracy ze studiem Mojang! Wyrusz na niesamowitą wyprawę w świecie Minecrafta. Chwyć ulubioną broń, załóż najwytrzymalszy pancerz i bierz się do rozwiązywania zadań zawartych w tej pełnej wyzwań książeczce z naklejkami! Staw czoło najgroźniejszym mobom, zdobywając surowce, budując bezpieczną bazę, tworząc niezbędną broń. Baw się, używając ...

What if someone told you that you had the power to change your life? Grasping your emotions, understanding your health and body, building deeper connections with others, overcoming anxiety, and discovering your self-confidence… it’s all attainable. You just need some guidance to get there. In The Book Every Teen Should Read, Nicole Gonzalez introduces you to the power of personal development along with dozens of strategies on how to grow into your best self. Being a teen can be a really challenging time without the tools to enhance your ...