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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal communication & presentation skills
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The singing stone
(Paperback)
Wendy Hartman; Illustrated by Chantelle Thorne, Burgen Thorne
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Storm has a beautiful stone that her parents gave to her when she
was born. When she holds this stone and sings, everyone in the
village stops to listen. But when she is tempted by an old woman to
sing songs that can control the wind, waves and the entire ocean,
things go wrong. With her brothers and all the other fishermen lost
at sea, will she be able to undo the things that she has done?
Discover that skunks don't always stink, with Roald-Dahl Funny
Prize-winning Peter Bently! Nobody wants to be friends with a
smelly skunk, but Sally is desperate to show the townspeople that
she would never let off a stink around friends. When she bumps into
the town robber, it’s time to show everyone how useful her stink
can be! Multi-award-winning Peter Bently teams up with Laurie
Stansfield to teach us not to judge a skunk by its stink!
In this story, Katy Cupsworth, aka The Performance Warrior, takes
us on a journey in which she longs to become a professional women's
footballer. Katy possesses plenty of natural ability, including a
ferocious left foot that can deliver a 'Screamer' of a shot. She
undoubtedly has the potential to make it to the Women's Premier
Football League (WPFL). Her aspirations stretch further as she
wants to be a star player and even win the World Cup for England!
Katy is also introduced to the magical powers of Fred, whilst
trying not to let Doubting Debbie into her head! Through her highs
and lows, successes and stresses, Katy discovers that her
footballing ability will only take her so far; she must get her
attitude right if she is to overcome barriers which are preventing
her from achieving her dream. Every child has a window of
opportunity to develop their potential and be their best. The
Performance Warrior is a simple, yet effective way to enhance a
child's development so each child can make a positive impact in the
world. Every child deserves the opportunity to be a success...are
you going to provide this opportunity? Includes: measurement tools,
activity charts, interactive choices and consequences sections,
video and audio support.
Backed by a child clinical psychologist with years of experience of
helping children with anxiety.
Often Ray would sit and wonder. "What is this cloud I am under?"
But today, as he woke he had a different thought, for it was the
answers that he sought: "What is the key to being happy?" `Finding
Ray’s Key’ is a beautifully simple illustrated rhyming story
for children, with a universal message that can be appreciated by
all - young or old. The story’s young protagonist, Ray (who often
feels quite blue), wonders; `What is the key to being happy?’. He
one day decides to go on a journey to find this key - and is
surprised to find that it is `within him and all around’. The
story is underpinned by Reiki and Mindfulness teaching - readers
need not be familiar with this, but this aspect can be an
invitation to discover more and will be recognisable by anyone
familiar with Reiki.
In today's world, youth are growing up in a society where social
media is an integral part of their sense of self. But what are the
repercussions of this, and how can we teach young girls where their
true worth and identity is found? Jessie sets out to put the record
straight and redefine how girls see themselves. Highlighting the
pervasiveness of selfies, the distortion of beauty on social media,
and the chase after perfectionism, she offers hope amidst the
pressures of internet perfection and reaffirms our identity as
God's masterpiece: original, exquisite, and of infinite value.
Laugh along with the adventures and misadventures of Little Captain
Jack. Great things can come in all shapes and sizes, big or small.
Once upon a time, there was a little pirate. He was so very little
that everyone called him Little Captain Jack. One day, the bad
pirate Badlock, took Little Captain Jack and locked him in a dark
cellar. Our pirate was scared but he was helped by a mouse. And the
mouse was helped by a seagull
---Alicia Acosta is a professional
storyteller from Andalusia (Spain). She works with groups of
children in schools and for Government organizations. She combines
her background as a psychologist to promote the love of reading in
children. She is also a radio announcer and organizes theater
workshops. Mónica Carretero is a renowned illustrator in Spain.
She has published more than 70 books in England, Australia, and the
USA. She was awarded by the London Children’s Book Fair for her
illustrations. She has received five International Latino Book
Awards and one Living Now Award.
Winner at the 2015 International Latino Book Awards. A magical hat
shop arrives in town. However, all the customers who enter leave
somehow changed... Do you dare to discover the mystery?One day, a
hat shop mysteriously appears in the main square of a little town.
The townspeople are surprised by this new arrival. No one knows
where it came from or why it appeared right there, in the middle of
the town square. “Who needs a hat?”, some wondered. Confusion
and mistrust begin to reign in town, but Timid Tim, determined to
reveal the mystery that the hat shop was hiding, decides to enter
and reveal what is it that the shop offers. But then something
happens that nobody expects: the first customers put on their hats,
and make an amazing discovery. A delightful tale about magic hats
and bonnets, but above all about the importance of being yourself
and the hidden treasures we carry within us. Premiado en Estados
Unidos en los 2015 International Book Awards. Una sombrerería
mágica llega a la ciudad. Sin embargo, todos los clientes que
entran salen cambiados… ¿Te atreves a descubrir el misterio?Un
día, sin saber cómo, una sombrerería aparece en la plaza de un
pequeño pueblo. Sus habitantes se sienten inquietos ante tal
novedad. Nadie sabe de dónde ha salido ni por qué se ha
establecido allí. “Pero quién necesita sombreros?”, se
preguntan algunos. La confusión y la desconfianza empieza a
reinar en el pueblo, pero Miguelito el miedoso, decidido a desvelar
el misterio que la sombrerería escondía, decide entrar y
averiguar qué ofrece esa sombrerería. Pero entonces ocurre lo que
nadie esperaba: los primeros clientes se ponen los sombreros y
hacen un gran descubrimiento. Todos los que entran salen cambiados,
de una manera u otra. Una bella historia sobre sombreros mágicos
pero sobre todo que resalta la importancia de ser uno mismo y de
descubrir los tesoros que todos llevamos escondidos en nuestro
interior
A Junior Library Guild Selection! Bogo watched many animals around
him. Some of them were so incredible that they made him feel less
special. One day he decided to invent amazing things so that he
could have everything he wanted. A pair of wings to fly like a
bird. It never worked. A pair of night glasses to see like an owl.
It never worked . . . Susanna Isern works as a child psychologist
and writer. Most of her books have been translated into over a
dozen languages. She has been awarded the Silver Medal in the
Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2013 in the United States. Sonja
Wimmer is a renowned international illustrator. Her books have been
translated into several languages. In the United States, she
received the Independent Publisher Book Award and was a two-time
winner of the Moonbeam Children´s Book Award and International
Latino Book Award.
A series of fun and interactive books for toddlers and young
children about how great it is to be different. Every person (and
every cat, dog, fairy, and dinosaur) is special and everybody is
different too - whatever their shape, size, age, or hairstyle! This
series of colourful little books brings a fresh, topical approach
about how our differences make us special - whether we are talking
about dogs, dads, birthdays, bodies, families, or anything else.
Every One is Special: Dogs explains that every dog has different
traits which make them unique and special, in a humorous and gentle
way. Among the fun, there is a serious point to be made. At the
moment, the differences between us can seem wider than ever. This
series of bright little books for babies and toddlers aged 0-3
provides a way to encourage young children to accept and embrace
the idea of difference. Celebrate your little one's differences, as
they discover: - The second book in a colourful new series that
embraces how great it is to be different, and how differences make
us special. - Adorable illustrated pages accompanied by simple,
age-appropriate and warm text. - Clear and simple read-aloud text
will engage young ones as they follow the story. - A safe and
sturdy board book format making it easy for little hands to hold.
This board book series provides a celebration of differences for
little readers and will make great little handbooks for every
child. There is one for every occasion and every important person
in their life. Each one providing a handy little slice of
life-affirming positivity and fun! More in the series Every One is
Special is the perfect first baby board book for early learners and
is a wonderful celebration of our differences. With bright
illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this awe-inspiring
series is sure to delight. If your little one loves Every One is
Special: Dogs then why not try Every One is Special: Babies, and
celebrate all the different types of babies there are!
A vibrant, joyful, and powerful story about a little girl with a
LOT of strength trying to find her place in the world. Harriet
isn't just strong - she's the strongest girl in the whole world!
And though her super-strength is mostly wonderful, it does make
things like bouncing on trampolines, mixing cake batter, and
putting the cap on the toothpaste a bit, well... tricky. So when
the Seriously Strong Touring Circus comes to town, Harriet thinks
she might POP with excitement to see other people just like her!
Hans the Hairy and Betty Biceps show her that being strong should
be celebrated - and when Muscleman Max prepares to break a world
record, Harriet suddenly finds herself taking a starring role in
the performance- one she could never have dreamed of... This
humorous and empowering read features a brilliant cast of
larger-than-life characters, and a heroine that you can't help but
root for. A true celebration of strength, difference, and finding a
place where you truly belong.
Learn healthy ways to cage your rage. Deal positively with your
anger and maintain respectful relationships. Ages 12 & up, 101
cards, 3" recyclable plastic screwtop jar.
When little Adri sets out to explore the ocean, he has no idea how
colorful the world is. He quickly discovers that there are all
kinds of fish in the deep blue sea—big and tiny, smooth and
spiny, colorful and plain, different and the same. In this
companion book to the best-selling Only One You, Kranz uses her
famous rockfish to convey the message of beauty in difference in a
vibrant and engaging way that will get kids hooked. Now in board
book for younger children.
A beautiful weaving of old age wisdom and knowledge within the
circle of Truth. Reaching out magically to touch a young heart
willing to learn.
School-leaver Skye plays guitar in her all-female Chronic Cramps
band. Making her name in the competitive punk/indie scene is easier
than FTM (female to male) transitioning: from Skye to Finn, from
girl to man. Uncovering genetic mysteries about family heritage
tear the family apart. Trans gender identity is more than
injections and surgery, it's about acceptance. Going public, Finn
sings ftm lyrics on TV. With a little help from bemused mates and
family who don't want to lose a daughter, but who love their
teenager, Finn is transitioning. f2m has appeal to teen readers
(both boys and girls) through its: Compassionate, candid and funny
'coming of age' via punk music and family history genetic clues
Accessible facts in story format on a little-understood medical
situation. FTM means female to male. MTF means male to female
International first; female to male gender transition YA fiction
NOT autobiographical, but co-writer Ryan has experienced the
medical sequence of gender reassignment from female to male, which
is less common than MTF Insight into genetic inheritances.
There is a great need for transformation in the youth of America
today. It can be done by conscientiously educating our young people
with a program like Gracian de Paul, Transforming America's Youth.
This program was created to entice Gracian de Paul students to take
a closer look at themselves, their behaviors and the world around
them. Throughout this conceptual study they will learn the
importance of etiquette, valuable social skills and develop in
character by studying God's Word. We now have an exciting approach
with a new program, which offers children ages 8 to 12 and
teenagers 13 to 17 a six and twelve week study coving twenty five
important topics. These topics begin with self image and address
Attitude, Eye to Eye Contact, Being a Good Friend, Modesty Is in,
Being a Lady, Being a Gentleman, Telephone Etiquette, Formal Table
Setting and so much more. The focus of this book is to show young
children and teens the value of being a true "Quality Person" and
how to be one. Gracian de Paul, Transforming America's Youth is a
workbook by nature with answers, questions, inter- active role
playing, improvising, imagining, thinking, probing and creating.;It
is a jam-packed curriculum filled with Christian values and
spontaneous fun!
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