Child Learning

As diagnosis rates continue to rise for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other developmental differences, parents face a maze of medical, psychological, and educational choices—and a great deal of emotional stress. With compassion, clarity, and an emphasis on practical solutions, Dr. Rita Eichenstein walks listeners through the five stages of acceptance and helps listeners understand their own emotional experience, so that they can embrace their child with acceptance, compassion, and joy.

Founder Ellie Laks started The Gentle Barn after adopting a sick goat from a run-down petting zoo in 1999. Some 200 animals later (including chickens, horses, pigs, cows, rabbits, emus, and more), The Gentle Barn has become an extraordinary nonprofit that brings together a volunteer staff of community members and at-risk teens to rehabilitate abandoned and/or abused animals. My Gentle Barn weaves together the story of how the Barn came to be what it is today with Ellie's own journey.

20 Fundamental Life Skills Every Child Should Learn Before Middle School "Life Skills Playbook for Elementary Kids" is an educational life skills book tailored for elementary-aged children, designed to prepare them for the exciting journey of increased independence. A collection of 20 essential life skills are individually presented through heartwarming and engaging animal stories that resonate with young readers, making learning both fun and memorable. These stories introduce skills and embed valuable lessons in teamwork, kindness, and perseverance. Following each short story, the book ...

Could griffins have been real? When Adrienne Mayor carefully read the ancient Greek and Roman descriptions, this mythic hybrid of a lion and an eagle sounded like something people had actually seen. What could explain that evidence? After a decade of hunting through myths, poring over old maps, and tracing the discoveries of modern dinosaur hunters, she found the answer: awesome dinosaur fossils observed by ancient gold hunters in the Gobi desert.

From best-selling author Paul Tough, an indelible and explosive book on the glaring injustices of higher education, including unfair admissions tests, entrenched racial barriers, and crushing student debt. Now updated and expanded for the pandemic era. Combining vivid and powerful personal stories with deep, authoritative reporting, Paul Tough explains how we got into this mess and explores the innovative reforms that might get us out.

Do you want your kids to learn maths in an easy and fun way? Well now you can. Either at home or in the car, the kids will have so much fun while learning, this book is full of humor to keep the little ones entertained. There is plenty of interaction throughout, so your kids will feel empowered, followed by positive encouragement. After all those questions, the little ones will listen to a funny, jungle-themed story with problem-solving followed by a positive meditation, where your kid will feel relaxed and confident by the end.

The decisive moments in life—even in the life of a young person—are those pivot points when we’re called on to push past our fears and act courageously in the face of injustice and bullying. In How We Learn to Be Brave, Bishop Mariann Budde shows listeners examples of how to respond even in the toughest times. Bravery is not a singular occurrence; it’s a journey that we can choose to undertake every day and it begins when we're young.

Every child deserves to know that a path to a successful life exists and that they have the power to follow it. But many never set foot on that path because they grow up hearing the message that systemic forces control their destinies, or that they are at fault for everything that has gone wrong in their lives. Yet this phenomenon is not universal. Some children thrive where others do not. Why? Are there personal behaviors and institutional supports that have proven to make a difference? Agency answers with a loud and clear "yes!"

"Where are the lions?" Jack wonders when the Magic Tree House whisks him and his sister to the vast plains of Africa. Before he can find out, Annie starts to help hundreds of wildebeests cross a rushing river. Next they follow a honey of a bird and meet an awesome Masai warrior. Jack hopes any lions will just stay away. Jack is about to be very disappointed.

A great recurring character in a series you love becomes an old friend. You learn about their strange quirks and their haunted pasts and root for them every time they face danger. But where do some of the most fascinating sleuths in the mystery and thriller world really come from? What was the real-life location that inspired Michael Connelly to make Harry Bosch a Vietnam vet tunnel rat? Why is Lee Child's Jack Reacher a drifter?

Swinging from tree to tree, a lonely monkey named Sony looks onto the rainforest where he lives with amazement at the beautiful colors. When his friend Terrain, the tiger, sees Sony marveling at the sight before his eyes, he offers to teach Sony the name of each of the colors in Spanish. Through the innovative story of Sony’s eagerness to learn colors in Spanish, your child will also delight in learning the names of the colors as well as how to pronounce them through a family color vocabulary song.

Discover the magic of May Day with your child in this heartwarming educational adventure! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on a delightful journey to learn about the dual celebrations of May 1st. When Maya arrives with news of a community celebration, the three friends discover the colorful traditions of May Day and the important history of International Workers' Day. 🌸 Perfect for children ages 6-9, this engaging story teaches young readers about: The ancient spring tradition of maypole dancing The historical significance of International ...

A child's mind is hungry for knowledge, stimulation, the excitement of learning which school should provide, yet most American schools fall far short. From kindergarten through high school, our public educational system is among the worst in the developed world.

For kids, the unfortunate consequences of growing up in our busy, tech-connected society is that human connection suffers, focus suffers, mental health suffers, and sleep suffers. Mindfulness practices are a scientifically proven method for improving all of the above and a tool your child will carry with them for the rest of their life. There are three 20-minute stories in this book. Each story combines mindfulness/meditation research with professionally written children’s stories to help your child get lost in their imagination while reconnecting with the present moment.

Young Linguists lets kids learn essential Serbian language skills fast. That means short lessons to help kids stay engaged, and daily repetition to reinforce learning. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases so that you are learning what you can apply. These books also included detailed sections on English on effective strategies for learning new languages and ideas to carry on learning and applying what you know once the course is complete. In addition, there are complete review sections for learning, comprehension and speaking repetition.

Hospitals are busy places filled with sick and injured people and their caregivers. Who are the people who keep hospitals running? From schedulers to doctors and nurses to IT staff, many people work together to serve the needs of a hospital. Learn about their important work in this book from the Wonderful Workplaces series.

The Jeffersonian Republicans examines various events between 1800 and 1823 that helped to shape the United States. The Louisiana Purchase, the War of 1812, and important Supreme Court decisions are among the discussed events.

Young Linguists lets kids learn essential language skills fast. That means short lessons to help kids stay engaged, and daily repetition to reinforce learning. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases so that you are learning what you can apply. These books also included detailed sections on English on effective strategies for learning new languages and ideas to carry on learning and applying what you know once the course is complete. In addition, there are complete review sections for learning, comprehension, and speaking repetition.

An introductory course in the Croatian language made accessible for young learners through games, sound effects, music, activities, and a focus on vocabulary that can easily be put to use. The content is organized over 28 daily sessions, with progressively more complex material and review of past material to aid memory using the proven technique of spaced repetition. This is an ideal way to introduce your young linguist to the Croatian language and start to build their understanding of key words and phrases.

What Shall We Do Today? The Community Center Mystery A Fun and Educational Adventure for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an exciting adventure at their local Community Center! When Maya arrives with mysterious invitations, the three friends discover that five special celebrations are happening on the same day. Perfect for classroom reading, bedtime stories, and independent readers who love learning while having fun! What makes this children's book special: Educational Value: Children learn about five real special days ...