"Students Can Help Keep Schools Safe is a timely book that addresses a subject we wish was non-existent. The message of this book enables children to be aware of potential danger as well as how to communicate and respond in a time of crisis." -Darrell Scott, Founder and President of Rachel's Challenge

"All schools are safe havens for students, but it is critically important for students to report threatening behavior from classmates and to take proper steps when their safety is at risk from outside intruders. This book shares some ideas on how to make school environments safer." -Michael Kehoe, Chief of Police, Newtown, Connecticut

"While we continue to work on building a safer and more aware society, this kind of book is important. Students Can Help Keep Schools Safe begins teaching kids what is normal to see at school and what is not, and what they should do if they hear or see something that does not seem 'normal' in the context of school safety." -Laura Fronckiewicz, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Colorado Chapter Coleader

Students Can Help Keep Schools Safe is a much needed guide to promote school safety and violence prevention. This book directs students on recognizing potential danger and preparation if such an event occurs. The book offers students a pro-active approach to violence prevention. As a supplement, staff members are supported by a teachers guide for educators, and bonus student journal section. Parents and educators will appreciate the simple, nonthreatening language that creates a school safety message that every child must hear. This book has the potential to save many lives.

Teachers lie and manipulate. Listen to them, and your life will suck. Their system will fail you and you'll feel disillusioned and betrayed. Fortunately, we do have a way out of all the scams and games in life. Unschooling can save us, so read this book to find out how to dropout of the system and unschool yourself to the life of your dreams.

Attorney Rain Fields A self-help novel about a boy, who wants to become an Attorney, to represent Unborn babies from hospital negligence. Rain also wants to protect unborn babies from malpractice, due to pain and suffering.

This third Illustrate-A-Book (IAB) book is dedicated to Kayla Sadler, who participated in the first three IAB Projects. Front cover by Heidi Schmidt; Back cover by Allan Badger. Guessing the Nursery Song explores the joys of some of our favorite nursery rhymes but includes rhyming clues to engage the reader and help them determine which rhyme is which.

Learn to Spell 500 Words a Day is a book in 6 volumes: A, E, I, O, U, and Consonants. Vowels rule English and they cannot be avoided. Hence, each vowel is dissected and isolated in a volume and The Consonants is the 6th volume. Having 100 Spelling Rules applied in 600 Phonics-based Spelling Lessons, Children and Adults Learn to Spell Hundreds of Words at a Time Guaranteed The Vowel I book is for Children and Adults who can read but cannot spell the words that they read. It can be used in schools from the 4th grade and up, or as a self-help book without the help of a teacher. Dyslexia in spelling and in writing letters in reverse ends, after learning to spell and after slowing down to write words slowly. The vowel "i" has eight sounds we call phonics, which are spelled in 19 ways we call spelling patterns. Every sound and spelling pattern of the vowel "i" is presented in this book, as in these examples: Short i: Jim, gym] Long i: night, sign, child, die, dye, type, icon, by, bypass] Minor sounds of i: bikini, onion, mission, vision, soldier] Schwa sound of i: credible, analyst]. The Vowel I book contains 62 comprehensive and detailed phonics-based spelling lessons. Each lesson begins with a logical spelling rule, followed by a list of nearly all the words that follow that rule, followed by a nonsensical story that contains most of the listed words, and then students are asked to read aloud slowly to memorize the spelling of hundreds of words at a time. Sample of the nonsensical stories to memorize phonics in words: Lyle has a nice style. Lyle takes enzymes mixed with thyme. Lyle types 90 WPM. Lyle needs to analyze before he can memorize. Lyle and Kyle's names rhyme. Lyle and Kyle do not stereotype people. Kyle cares for a tyke-paralyzed dog. Etc. The author, Linguist Camilia Sadik spent 15 years intensely dissecting English, discovering over 100 spelling rules, applying the spelling rules in 600 phonics-based spelling lessons, class-testing her discoveries and preparing 10 breakthrough learning books for children and adults to read and spell hundreds of words at a time. The 30 unique learning features in Sadik's books make learning to read and spell phonics inescapable. Sadik worked hard to make spelling easy and possible for all ages and all types of learners. For sample lessons and much more, visit SpellingRules.com

"No More Cyber Bullying " Cyber bullying is a serious matter that can no longer be ignored. Most kids use cyber bullying because they think that they can get away with it. There are many children who will not tell their parents or a trusted adult about this abuse. That's when things get worst and a lot of these children contemplate suicide. We have lost too many children because of this horrible epidemic. We need to stand together as a unit to put a stop to this and say "No More Cyber Bullying " We don't have to live this way. Parents should talk to their children openly and children should be free to talk to their parents or someone that they can trust. There's no reason why anyone should be bullied.

The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.

Engineering in Space: Adventures of an Astronaut Engineer is an exciting look into space through the eyes of an engineer. From lift-off to touch-down, engineering principles are integrated with a first-hand account of the beauty of space. This fascinating story uses rhyming and rhythm to creatively engage the reader on a journey through space.

The Time Traveler's Apprentice is a young adult novel set in 12th century England. The novel is a story of adventure and mystery set against an authentic backdrop of medieval Britain. This workbook offers a history or language arts activity for each chapter of the book. Both book and workbook are designed to engage students in an interdisciplinary fashion, using language arts and social studies content and skills to guide students through the entire novel. Beyond learning about life in the Middle Ages, students will engage in research, note taking and graphic organizers, QAR activities, analyzing a primary source, short and extended answer, reading for content, predicting, summarizing, and questioning as just some of the activities designed for each chapter of the book. The book can stand alone as a young adult historical adventure, or be used in conjunction with the workbook for a more thorough and guided learning experience. This workbook can be used in a classroom setting, to support homeschool lessons, to build skills for a reluctant reader, or to enrich the reading experience of an advanced reader. Look for the YA novel, The Time Traveler's Apprentice as a companion to this workbook.

Many students desire a college degree, or a vocational certification. The problem is planning in advance, believing in oneself, and being told "you can continue studying after high school." Get In Gear: College Knowledge Book delivers a guide that enables students to believe in themselves, understand how to continue their education after high school, and most importantly allow students to discover the array of options available to them upon graduating from high school. Every student deserves an opportunity to better him or herself via an education. This book's goal is to provide students with a simple step-by-step guide to achieve overall educational success. From understanding why college is important to making that all important college decision, this book will engage and guide students in their educational journey to success. Helping them get in gear.

A book young ones will not forget. Anita has a beautiful life where playing the piano and music surrounds her. Her family lives in Brno, Czechoslovakia. She is nine years old when her town is invaded by German military forces. She sees her world slowly crumble. As the family is displaced again and again, she tries to come to terms with the horrible years that follow. An orphan at age 15, she is left to fend for herself. Awards: Anita has received many recognitions, including 'Movers and Shakers.' More recently, she was awarded the 'Exceptional Leader Award' by Senator Richard Blumenthal, the 'Distinguished Community Leadership Award' by Governor Nancy Wyman, and the State of Connecticut General Assembly Official Citation. These recognitions were celebrated during the ADL Centennial Gala. Reviews: "Her narratives reflects a positive attitude and touches the hearts of all." "Echoes and Reflections" - Anti-Defamation League. "If someone is being bullied or marginalized, she says: 'Step in, Be a Hero. Don't stay silent. Speak out. This takes guts, but it is what we must do as people." - University of New Haven. "She was driven by a relentless need to survive so that she could share her story and ensure that the nightmare of prejudice and violence would never happen again." - Josh Sayles, The Weston Forum - "Anita Shorr has come forward to tell her incredible story as she survived the concentration camps during the Holocaust. It is her goal to ensure history does not repeat itself by sharing history's example of its most extreme form of bullying." Kirsten Schuder, M.S., Contributor.

Once upon a time, in Somalia, there was a kingdom ruled by a strong and beautiful queen. The Queen's name was Ebla Awad, but everybody knew her "Queen Arraweelo." The Queen came to power around AD 15 after a long war between Somali clans.

"Why Can't I Hear Their Whistles Anymore?" introduces children to the jobs and responsibilities of police officers. The book teaches, with a gentle sensitivity, about the attacks of September 11, 2001, on New York City. The author's goal is to pay tribute to police officers everywhere and for children to realize that heroic individuals will always triumph over the evil doers of the world.

The Director Dionne Fields Author, Director, Publisher. I enjoy being the director of, my very own movies on paper. I have created a new line of books for children's and young adults. I wanted to encourage kids of all ages to read more movie

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.

Find out what happens to a teacher's mood as different things happen throughout the school day. Follow along with one little girl as she realizes her teacher has feelings too and they aren't so different from hers.

This is a book about one boy's struggle with dyslexia. It is told from the child's perspective to help other children and their parents understand and deal with the frustrations, shame, and despair of not being able to read, to ultimately overcome the obstacles to reading, and become proud of the fascinating dyslexic brain. This book should be read by children, parents, teachers, and anyone who has a loved one struggling with a learning disability. It's a story of resilience and hope.

This is a book about learning the alphabets and making them rhyme.

When Alex's mom yells, "Come and eat!" he turns in the other direction and tries to retreat. Young Alex will do anything to get out of eating what his mother cooks. Read along and laugh as Alex eats food that doesn't agree with him just so he can spare his well-intentioned mother's feelings in Don't You Wish Your Momma Could Cook Like Mine? Children will see Alex's point of view as he observes his cheerful mother cooking. But why do all the others, including his brother, seem to enjoy her food? Maybe Alex can talk her into taking cooking lessons! Colleen H. Robley Blake has written four books and is working on a CD. She is inspired by her sons, Stephen and Alex. Born in Trinidad, West Indies, the author now lives in Connecticut. Publisher's website:http://sbpra.com/ColleenHRobleyBlake