This work examines early twentieth-century literature about women immigrants in order to reveal the differing ways that American racial categories and identities, particularly that of whiteness, were textually and socially constructed at the beginning of the twentieth century.

This work examines early twentieth-century literature about women immigrants in order to reveal the differing ways that American racial categories and identities, particularly that of whiteness, were textually and socially constructed at the beginning of the twentieth century.

The life of Joyce Brown and how God's design for her life was already planned and became known to her through time and experiences.

A book of joy in knowing God is our provider. Gods presents is in our everyday lives. God loves us and wants us to enjoy life everyday. The book is easy reading and shows God is interested in the every day things in our lives. About the Author: Brenda Joyce was born in California, raised in Marysville California, graduated from Marysville High School and attended Emmanuel Faith Tabernacle married and had four Children and six grandchildren. Brenda moved to Southern Oregon in 1968 and raised her children in Southern Oregon working as a hairdresser for 15 years. When Brenda Joyce was forty eight she decided to go back to college. Brenda attended Shasta College and received her AA in Residential Care Counselor Training. Brenda transferred to Chico State University and graduated with BA in Sociology. Brenda worked as a social worker for twelve years at Yuba County Housing. She loved people, loved life, and loved God her maker. She helped hundreds of families get degrees and jobs as well as showing them they had the ability to over come things that this world gives and be an over comer of disappointments.

Developing a community service project for middle school students can be a daunting task, and coordinating the large number of contacts necessary for the project to be successful is often overwhelming. .Building Character through Community Service: Strategies to Implement the Missing Element in Education provides materials and guidance to simplify this process and ensure its success. Included are sample letters, worksheets, lesson plans, and other documents needed to set up a community service project, whether it is a one-day event or a yearlong activity. Suggestions for the timing of the activity, making connections with agencies, grouping students, recruiting chaperones, arranging for transportation and evaluation are presented, along with in-house activities, strategies for publicizing an event, and useful websites and references. This workbook is designed for middle and high school educators and administrators in public and private schools.