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From the acclaimed author of Afterlove comes a sapphic love story
about the call of the sea, and the power of home. New Year's Day: A
girl is brought to shore by fisherman - wild dark eyes, dark curls
made darker and wilder by skin so pale she looks like an unfinished
canvas. She knows she is called Nico, but other than that, she has
no memory of why she was in the sea, or what came before. Reunited
with her ex-girlfriend Mara, the pair try to uncover the mystery of
what happened to lead to the accident. But there could be a reason
Nico has locked everything behind a door. One day, she's going to
be brave enough to open it, and what will happen to her then? What
will happen to them? A beautiful YA mystery about two girls finding
out the truth about the past... and the start of a brand new story
together... 'I want everyone to read Ash and Poppy's love story.'
Holly Bourne on Afterlove 'A book to make you feel and think' Terri
Terry on Afterlove
Written in clear, straightforward language, this book looks at why
people go to war and whether it is ever right to kill another
person. It explains different attitudes to warfare and why wars are
such a major part of history. It also looks at peace keeping
organisations and conflict resolution. Contents: What is war?; A
brief history of war; Why do wars start?; Why do people fight?; Why
do children fight?; Wars and new technology; Colonialism;
Exploiting fear; War crimes; Civilians and war; Refugees; After the
war; Can war ever be justified?; Are wars reported accurately?;
Preventing war and negotiating peace; Resolving conflicts.
Archie, a snarky genderqueer artist, is tired of people not
understanding gender neutral pronouns. Tristan, a cisgender dude,
is looking for an easy way to introduce gender neutral pronouns to
his increasingly diverse workplace. The longtime best friends team
up in this short and fun comic guide that explains what pronouns
are, why they matter, and how to use them. They also include what
to do if you make a mistake and some tips-and-tricks for those who
identify outside of the binary to keep themselves safe in this
binary-centric world. A quick and easy resource for people who use
they/them pronouns, and people who want to learn more!
A calming activity book to help children explore their emotions and
focus on the things that make them feel happy and confident.
Written by Ellen Bailey, bestselling author of the 'All About Me'
series. This fun, friendly book is filled with mindful activities
and prompts to encourage readers to express their emotions on the
page, including drawing pages, breathing techniques and
inspirational quotes. It also provides a safe space for the reader
to explore feelings such as low self-esteem and anxiety, with
practical tips and information presented in a supportive and
affirming way. The book has been developed in consultation with a
children's mental health charity, Blue Smile, and a royalty of UK
sales will be donated to the charity.
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Apprentice
(Hardcover)
Rachel E Carter
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R799
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In the Wisdom On ... series, you'll find case studies, personal
inventories, interactive activities, and helpful insights from the
book of Proverbs, which will show you what wise living looks
like.Wisdom On ... Friends, Dating, and Relationships shows how
wisdom plays a part in nearly every decision we make. In this book
students will learn how to gain more wisdom and apply it to every
aspect of their relationships---from being a good friend to dating
relationships to handling conflict. They'll find the stories and
lessons in this book will help them become wise in their
relationships.Wisdom On ... Making Good Decisions examines how
teens get to make a lot of decisions in their lives--- even
decisions that can have a big impact on their future. There's no
'magic' formula to getting it right. Making good decisions takes
wisdom, and in this book students will learn how to gain more
wisdom and put it to use in the choices they make.
Rory loves his dad, but he also really likes his step-dad, Tony. He
has weekends with Dad in the park and makes imaginary dens with
Tony, so when Father's Day comes, who should he make his card for
at school? Spotting his frustration, Tony spends his 'rainy-day
pennies' to take Rory somewhere new - an ART GALLERY, full of
wonders. As they pause to reflect in a huge room of rectangles,
Rory sees his conflicting feelings glistening back at him in many
powerful colours. Afterwards, a 'chance' encounter with Dad, under
a red sky, helps Rory realise that he doesn't have to feel torn at
all,
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Fated
(Paperback)
Karen Lynch
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R413
Discovery Miles 4 130
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This book offers valuable information and support for teenagers who
have a family member with dementia. It addresses the challenges
they may face, provides practical advice, suggests ways to interact
positively and assist the family member, and features stories from
other young adults who know and care for people with dementia.
When Teddy Anderson's little sister Tina is gunned down randomly in
a drive-by shooting, the gangstas who rule the streets in the
Anderson family's rapidly deteriorating neighborhood dismiss the
incident as just another case of RP, RT-wrong place, wrong time.
According to gangsta logic, Tina doesn't even count as a
statistic.
Teddy's family is devastated. Mrs. Anderson sinks into deep
depression while Pops struggles to run both the household and his
declining laundry business. The Andersons are shocked still further
when Teddy is arrested and thrown in prison for attempted homicide
after his elaborately laid plans for revenge against his sister's
killer are foiled by the cops.
Teddy soon finds himself out of prison on house arrest, and in the
capable hands of Officer Mariana Diaz, the smart, tough probation
officer assigned to oversee his endless hours of community service.
As part of the innovative rehabilitation program Diaz runs, Teddy
is assigned to tutor Micah, a twelve-year-old orphan and would-be
gansta.
As Teddy goes through the motions of complying with the terms of
his probation, Diaz has no idea that he is using his genius-level
computer hacker skills to plot his final vengeance and to defraud
the state education system of hundreds of thousands of dollars. But
even though Teddy thinks he knows it all, he fails to see how
Micah's desperate need for love and trust just might have the power
not only to pierce all Teddy's defenses, but to save his
family.
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Lali's Feather
(Paperback)
Farhana Zia; Illustrated by Stephanie Fizer Coleman
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No one can jump as high as the very boastful kangaroo. But the
littlest kangaroo challenges him to a jumping contest anyway. Even
the very boastful kangaroo has to laugh when the very little and
very clever kangaroo outsmarts him and wins the competition.
Bernard Most's resourceful kangaroo hilariously illustrates one of
life's basic lessons--that any problem can be overcome if only you
put your mind to it.
The award-winning, bestselling verse novel is now a stunning
graphic novel with illustrations by Danica Novgorodoff. SHORTLISTED
for the CILIP Carnegie Medal WINNER of the Yoto Kate Greenaway
Medal and UKLA 'A masterpiece from beginning to end.' Angie Thomas,
author of The Hate U Give AND THEN THERE WERE SHOTS Everybody ran,
ducked, hid, tucked themselves tight. Pressed our lips to the
pavement and prayed the boom, followed by the buzz of a bullet,
didn't meet us. After Will's brother is shot in a gang crime, he
knows the next steps. Don't cry. Don't snitch. Get revenge. So he
gets in the lift with Shawn's gun, determined to follow The Rules.
Only when the lift door opens, Buck walks in, Will's friend who
died years ago. And Dani, who was shot years before that. As more
people from his past arrive, Will has to ask himself if he really
knows what he's doing. This haunting, lyrical, powerful verse novel
will blow you away. 'A heartrending and convincing blank verse
narrative.' Sunday Times, BOOKS OF THE YEAR 'Astonishing.' Kirkus
Reviews 'A tour de force.' Publishers Weekly 'Will attract
teenagers who don't consider themselves 'readers'.' The Inis
Reading Guide
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Haven
(Paperback)
Karen Lynch
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R382
Discovery Miles 3 820
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Branded a traitor, betrayed by a friend, hunted by the vampire
clan-Darren Shan, the Vampire's Assistant, faces certain death. Can
Darren reverse the odds and outwit a Vampire Prince? Darren's
initiation on Vampire Mountain draws to a stunning, bloody
conclusion-but the Saga continues ...
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