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September 25, 2012 Ted Neill picked up a knife to cut his wrists open and kill himself. Post hospitalization and treatment for major depressive disorder, he wrote Two Years of Wonder, a memoir based on his journey towards recovery. In it, he examines the experience that left him with such despair: living and working for two years at an orphanage for children with HIV/AIDS in Nairobi, Kenya. Neill interweaves his story with the experiences of Oliver,...
2) Stuff that sucks: a teen's guide to accepting what you can't change and committing to what you can
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Sometimes everything sucks. For teens that struggle with negative thoughts and emotions, Stuff That Sucks offers a compassionate and validating guide to accepting emotions, rather than struggling against them. By helping teens identify their personal values and what really matters to them, this book will help them take steps towards living a more meaningful life--
Sometimes everything sucks. This unique, illustrated guide will help you move past...
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Philomel Books
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2022.
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208 pages ; 22 cm
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Publisher Annotation: Where does hope live? In your family? In your community? In your school? In your heart? From a family restaurant to a hot-dog shaped car, from an empty road on a moonlight night to a classroom holiday celebration, this anthology of personal stories from award-winning and bestselling authors, shows that hope can live everywhere, even-or especially-during the darkest of times.
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Publisher Annotation: An accessible and beautiful picture book about our universe's most powerful and invisible forces: girls. Light-hearted, I go with the flow. Feel weighed down? Just let it go. Scientific forces are part of your everyday life, but you can't see them! How do you know they are there? Follow seven girls in this unique spin on introductions to STEM, as they personify and explain each force in their own words, bringing science to life. ...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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"The story begins with Yaffa Eliach, a spirited young girl who grows up in a vibrant, happy 800-year-old town in Poland, filled with family life and rich traditions. Yaffa's grandmother, who receives a gift of a camera from America, becomes the village photographer, and takes photos of all the family events: weddings, bar mitzvahs, and family gatherings. And on the Jewish New Year, the villagers send photos to their relatives overseas to wish them...
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Hey there, superstars!
Ever feel like you have amazing things inside you, just waiting to burst out?
We all do!
The Amazing Journal is your secret weapon to unlock your potential and become the most awesome version of YOU!
Become a Super-Student: Boost your brainpower with fun exercises that make learning exciting!
Master math problems, ace your spelling tests, and impress your teachers with your knowledge.
Be a...
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Dear You, Young Girl is a children's version of the poetry book Dear You, I Dare You. It is one long length letter poem written to encourage and empower, young girls to stay true to who they are and dare to be, the best that they can. Living in a world of double standards young girls with dreams need to know that their dreams are more than possible.
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Yolanta invites you to follow Spontendor on his next journey to the unknown, the magic world of love in the name of which Spontendor commits a new brave deed that brings him to his love. Every love story is full of unbelievable challenges that the knights of love must overcome on the path of winning love of the One and the Only. Spontendor is now 16-years-old, and he is on this path, too, inspired with his new motto:
Nothing is impossible if your...
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In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it becomes essential to find a guiding light that leads us on the path of positivity and personal growth. It is within this context that "Embracing the Positive Path: A Journey towards Inner Transformation" emerges as a beacon of hope, inspiration, and guidance for younger individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of life with optimism and purpose.Written with a deep understanding of the...
10) Test It!
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Scientists ask lots of questions. Then, they create tests-or experiments-to find out the answer! Along the way, they make educated guesses on the outcomes. Whether they're wrong or right, they have learned something. In this book, readers explore the ideas behind scientific thinking through puzzles, riddles, and activities. Following each puzzle or activity, the main content highlights important ideas in critical thinking such as objectivity, the...
11) The Sadness
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Have you ever experienced sadness did you know that sadness will always be there and it is coupled with happiness? Every sadness brings a cry, but sadness also teaches us a lesson and maturity. In this book, there are various forms of sadness and a little motivation to deal with that sadness. Sadness is an emotional pain associated with, or characterized by, feelings of disadvantage, loss, despair, grief, helplessness, disappointment and sorrow.
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Loving parents care much and invest quite a lot to make the current and future lives of their children successful. They love to see their children happy and prosper in life.This teaching and practice guide book is the best tool for parents who care for their children and aim high for them. There are simple children awareness training and teaching techniques which are easy to use but highly effective in this book.Model and monitor the behavior of your...
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This is book 4 in the Learning Series with Petey the Chiweenie. The adventure stories are intended to illustrate to children pre-K to elementary age how to respond in certain challenging circumstances. While reading about Petey's encounters with acceptance, patience, sharing, and empathy, they will learn to think before reacting. Hopefully, parents will engage in the story and talk about these important topics with their child so they develop strong...
14) Be Creative!
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Creativity is a way of having an open mind to come up with solutions and ideas that can solve problems in a new way. From teachers to engineers, people who can be creative within their job can often find great success and joy in their work. In this book, readers explore creativity in many ways: solving puzzles, reading helpful tips about using logic and open mindedness in everyday situations, and learning about creative individuals who have made an...
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The book titled "Fearless and Fabulous Woman" is a guidebook that aims to inspire women to discover their inner strength, gain confidence, and live their lives to the fullest. This book includes practical tips and actionable steps to overcome hardships, increase self-esteem, practice self-care, and nurture positive relationships. Its essence lies in embracing one's true self, commending personal strengths, and embarking upon a journey of self-discovery....
16) Get It Right!
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Whether it's during the writing of a school paper or when trying to make an argument to convince caregivers to give permission for something, kids know they need reasons to back up their thinking. But, understanding whether an argument or idea is accurate is a skill that often needs honing. In this engaging book, readers work to solve puzzles and riddles that exercise their accuracy muscle. Each activity or question is followed by more information...
17) Sammy the Snail
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For the curious young minds who like to rhyme!
This book is specially designed for children to love & appreciate themselves and one another, radiate positive energy and cultivate friendships.
Sammy the Snail is on a journey to learn, discover, and explore. The happy-go-lucky snail starts wondering one day - "Where is my Creator?" Not knowing the answer, he reaches out to his friends. Together, Ruby, Mia, Adam, Betty, and Sammy embark on a journey...
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"I Know Who I Am" will teach your child
the ABCs of cultivating a growth mindset, so they can:
-Enhance their critical thinking skills and show courage in facing even the most daunting tasks
-Independently display grit and initiative when they encounter challenging tasks
-Assertively pursue their goals, while keeping limiting, negative thoughts at bay
-Become a self-sufficient, positive, and confident individual as they grow up
And, so much more!
Portia...
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Es una novela de una niña que se enamora del niño del templo, Mientras que en su realidad se presentan condiciones y situaciones complicadas, por parte del niño un exodo y la niña un exceso de trabajo. La vida no une sus caminos para que se amen y en su adultez seencuentran a distancia y comparten sus realidades.Que disfruten este trabajo que se escribe con cariño.
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The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be Educator's Guide is a companion to The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be by Joanna Gaines. This guide can be utilized in the classroom, in a home school setting, or by parents seeking additional resources. Ideal for grades 1st-3rd.
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