For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

'Your smile, your lovely smile / Stirs my senses, as if / Waking to the first rays of an alpine sun / On the ridge of my tent, / I enjoy a spreading warmth........ Richard Smythe's imagery goes straight to the heart of what it is like to be human, simply joyful or sad, expectant or fearful, but above all to feel the natural world, in all its wonder, to be a part of oneself in life and, at the end, in one's frailty and death. His poems span a lifetime's experience of music, mountains, teaching and acting from the dark years of the 1940's listening in bed to his mother playing Chopin to the present time when he wonders himself how he himself should be recalled: 'Carve no stone to remember me by / Lest it bruise you...........I would rather you / See me, feel me, like a child spreading his hands / On a couch of summer grass. Inside this slim volume the reader will find an immense variety of subjects and moods, from quiet, philosophical reflection in the Shropshire countryside to a light hearted playing with words, as in the melodramatic portrayal of the cyclical existence of the common earthworm, written to be performed from within a sleeping bag Truly this is a book to be slipped into the pocket to provide pleasure at odd moments during a busy day.

A picture book for kids and their parents. It follows Roxi and Smee, the singing executioner on a day's journey through Scarborough Renaissance Festival. Because of him she meets entertainers, goes shopping, has a scary moment at the Turtledrome and even meets the king and queen. Filled with delightful color photos, the book is a treat to share with kids and a nice introduction to renaissance festivals.

For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

Idina Menzel's career has been "Defying Gravity" for years now With starring roles in Wicked and Rent, the Tony-award winner has become one of theater's most beloved stage performers. The powerful vocalist has also branched out successfully in other mediums She has filmed a recurring role on television's smash hit Glee and lent her amazing talents to the Disney films, Enchanted and Frozen. A children's biography, Idina Menzel: Broadway Superstar narrates the actress' rise to fame from a Long Island wedding singer to overnight success

Clowning Glory is the ideal resource book for would-be clowns of all ages - from the youngest tot to the most elderly totterer. With over 200 tips and ideas, from acrobats to zoo games, this A-Z of clowning provides a wealth of material for use in churches, youth groups, children's clubs and street theatre.

In this new and updated edition, Patrice Baldwin brings together key findings from brain research and best practice to highlight the benefits that drama and imagined experience can have on learning, creativity, thinking skills, memory, motivation and self-esteem, and explains why and how drama supports learning. Patrice Baldwin advocates an holistic approach to learning based on personal, social and emotional growth, and argues that drama can be a means of developing potential in both the teacher and learner. The book includes sound advice on planning and managing drama across the curriculum from ages 5-14, and carefully annotated schemes of work complete with photocopiable resource sheets and online templates. Both experienced teachers of drama and non-specialists will appreciate the up-to-date research, new pedagogic examples, multisensory drama techniques and links to contemporary developments in education, such as play-based learning, learning outside the classroom and Philosophy for Children (P4C). With Drama in Mind is an invaluable source of inspiration for revitalising your teaching and stimulating pupils' imaginations.

'Drama Start' is a collection of drama activities, including games, role playing ideas, action poems, plays and monologues, suitable for children between the ages of 3 and 8. It can be used in Early Years' settings or in primary schools, up to and including second class. This book is also suitable for people working with children in any setting where drama is used such as community groups, out of school care facilities, therapeutic group work and so on. The book is accessible and easy to follow. It is divided into three parts - Drama Games, Plays and Monologues. Each section provides educators/teachers/leaders with a variety of creative and imaginative ideas for stimulating drama activities in many different settings.

An excellent collection of fun comedic and powerful dramatic one-minute monologues. Written for kids and teens, ages 5 to 18 years old. For professonal and beginner actors alike. A source of monologues that can be used for auditioning purposes, classroom instruction and acting workshops. A great book to have to hone acting skills. The monologues are entertaining and have variety of character choices to choose from.

For sixteen years, Josie Gardner and her mom, Kate, have been a team. It's been the Gardner Girls against the world, and that's how Josie likes it. Until one day, they find out that Paul Tucci, Kate's high school boyfriend-the father Josie has never met-is back in town. Josie's mom suddenly turns back into the heartbroken teenager she was when Paul moved away. Meanwhile, Josie's on the verge of having her first real boyfriend. And when Josie learns some surprising truths about Paul Tucci and the past, she begins questioning what she thought she knew, and finds out what happens when a girl gets the guy she always wanted and the dad she never knew she needed.

At last In book form A collection of some popular Jewish children's plays, known also for their fund-raising successes PLAYS FOR JEWISH CHILDREN written by Paulette Fein Lieberman-"pioneering author" of THE ADVENTURES OF TORAHMAN AND MITZVAHBOY, TORAHWOMAN AND MITZVAHGIRL and other unique projects- have been used to inspire and involve large or small groups of children and adults, worldwide The urgent themes make these 9 plays of special interest to: teachers, educators, youth workers, community groups, yeshivas, Hebrew Schools, and camps. A must to engage young people and delight readers Help Jewish children explore their traditional problems, educational issues and subjects through an interactive blend of adventure and fantasy with humor and drama. During private or open group readings, or/and performances, Jewish children also explore and learn the true value of friendship, kindness and making important decisions. Provide instant assemblies fostering inspiration and community-requiring minimum preparation The 9 plays' escapades motivate a need for reflection time, with additional interest in resources and activities to follow up with

If you love Oi Frog and Friends, you'll adore this madcap animal alphabet story, guaranteed to get kids giggling - and learning! Dog's looking for animals to star in her new alphabet book. But she doesn't want 'ordinary animals'. No cats, dogs or lions. She's looking for animals who are different. Animals who are special. Animals who have ... the ABC Factor. Stick Insect is sure he has got the ABC factor - but will Dog and her fellow judges agree? From anacondas and aye-ayes to manatees, lemmings and naked mole rats, only the weirdest and more wonderful animals need apply. Britain's Got Talent meets Oi Frog - perfect for anyone who loves hilarious picture books and TV talent shows from Strictly to X Factor! Winner of the Hampshire Picture Book Prize!

The dead body found in the river has nothing to do with Todd. Sure, a murder is big news, but what would really interest him? A paying job. Then he meets Rat, who's already been to Vietnam. And when he offers Todd a gig at the drive-in theater, Todd takes it. But hanging out with Rat leads to a host of perplexing questions. More and more, that corpse from the river is on Todd's mind, and no matter how he shifts the pieces around, Rat is always part of the puzzle.

Like any other sixteen year old girl, Kiera Kipper dreams of being a Hollywood starlet-much to her parent's dismay. When she decides to run away, the independence and freedom that follow give her a chance to accomplish her acting dreams. She unexpectedly runs into Darius, a blind man with whom she forms an unusual bond, not unlike that between parent and child. After enduring life-changing hardships together, Darius and Kiera struggle through their overwhelming problems and learn to depend on each other. They learn to face their fears and find that dreams really do come true.

Do you or someone you know want to become a professional actor? If yes, then this is the book for you. One actor profiled in this text has become very famous Young people with an interest in theater will find this book full of information about how young performers got their start, how they handle school and their personal lives, how they study and work, and much more. Written by a professional actor, the book profiles a number of professional young performers on the live stage and encompasses many facets of theater-how to become qualified as a member of Actors' Equity, how auditions are handled, the different types of theater, and the functions each fills. From regional and community theater to dinner theater, from Broadway to off-Broadway, from summer stock to school plays, Walter Williamson brings deep personal knowledge to an intimate look at this entertaining and exciting art form. With appendixes, a glossary, and many photos, it will be eagerly sought by young aspirants to a career in acting.

Love, Honor and Cherish Until Marriage Do Us Part is the long awaited follow-up to So You Want To Be A Rock n' Roll Bride . It's for teens, young adults and anyone who loves stars. . What the admiration of her favorite males star says about her. . Preparing to travel in the social circles that lead to hanging out with her cherished star. . Introducing techniques to help teenage girls and young adult women get over the heartbreak of a favorite male star marriage. . Tips on getting show business careers, nonshow business careers, and how to write a job resume. . Plenty of entertaining stories about celebrities.