Early Days

Cutting-edge research reveals that parents can play a huge role in helping toddlers and preschoolers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) connect with others and live up to their potential. This encouraging guide from the developers of a groundbreaking early intervention program provides doable, practical strategies you can use every day. Nearly all young kids - including those with ASD - have an amazing capacity to learn. Drs. Sally Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie Vismara make it surprisingly simple to turn daily routines like breakfast or bath time into fun learning experiences.

Founders at Work: Stories of Startups' Early Days is a collection of interviews with founders of famous technology companies about what happened in the very earliest days. These people are celebrities now. What was it like when they were just a couple friends with an idea? Founders like Steve Wozniak (Apple), Caterina Fake (Flickr), Mitch Kapor (Lotus), Max Levchin (PayPal), and Sabeer Bhatia (Hotmail) tell you in their own words about their surprising and often very funny discoveries as they learned how to build a company.

Most people are stuck. Every day we seem to just go through the motions, following our usual routine without ever stopping and thinking why we do what we do, or what we'd rather be doing instead. But sometimes, we have that one day - that Perfect Day - where everything just clicks. We feel great. We are unstoppable. And at the end of it we think, "Why can't every day be like this?"

Dumped by her boyfriend and burnt out by her job, Kate Hamilton has returned to Gospel, Idaho, where a Mountain Momma Crafters' original poetry reading is about as good as it gets on a Friday night. Then her first attempted seduction of a hunky stranger is completely rejected. So much for her self-esteem! It turns out that Rob Sutter, former ice hockey madman, owner of Sutter's Sports - and the hunky stranger who told her to get lost - has been more than burned by love and isn't looking for a relationship.

"It was on my 17th birthday that I first heard - or felt - God's voice. In those days, we seemed to have a happy extended family in Anathoth and I was welcome in it. Times are different now...." From a family of priests in the peaceful reign of good King Josiah, came a young man Jeremiah, bringing words from God to his people. It was no message for the fainthearted, either. It was a message of Terror on Every Side! A young king and a young prophet. What could they do together for the people of Israel? Could the disaster be averted?

As did his father before him, Pierce Butler treats his plantation slaves like family. But massive gambling debts force him to sell 429 “family” members. When the auction begins, torrential rain falls - not stopping until the final slave is sold the next day. The ominous rainfall prompts these words: “This ain’t rain. This is God’s tears.” Based on the largest slave auction in U.S. history, this poignant montage is the fictionalized account of that 1859 Georgia tragedy.

Baseball's Golden Age comes alive through the voices of men who were there. Selected from the original tapes on which Lawrence S. Ritter based his classic book of baseball history, The Glory of Their Times is a collection of wonderful tales that paint a vivid and evocative picture of a lively young America and the giants who starred on her ballfields, legends like Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Honus Wagner, Walter Johnson, and many others.

Living off the land and adapting to a changing environment takes a special individual with the unique skills, training, and determination necessary to survive. Gus Berry is not that individual. The former house painter barely made it out of Annapolis as its population underwent a violent transformation, leaving everyone he knew or loved dead—or undead. Now, Gus needs food and booze, weapons and armor, clothing that fits, and above all, toilet paper, preferably two-ply.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Their Most Magical Adventure Yet! When the three friends discover a tiny fairy stuck in Mrs. Henderson's rose bush, they're whisked away to the enchanting Realm of Celebrations – where every special day needs their help! Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this heartwarming chapter book combines adventure, friendship, and valuable life lessons. What Makes This Story Special: Character Development: Watch as curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya use their unique talents to solve magical problems Educational Values: Children learn about ...

Turn Your Child into a Reader in Just 30 Days—No Stress, All Success! Teaching your kid to read can feel overwhelming, but it’s simpler than you think with the right plan. How to Teach Your Kid to Read in 30 Days is your step-by-step, guilt-free guide to helping your child master reading in a month, packed with over 100 practical tips and proven strategies. From sounding out letters to loving books, this book offers a clear 30-day roadmap, fun activities for ages 3-7, and expert-backed methods to build phonics, sight words, and comprehension—without frustration. With insights from ...

Welcome to the whirlwind adventure of parenthood! "The Early Days of Parenthood" is your essential guide to navigating the exhilarating and overwhelming journey of life with a newborn. This comprehensive eBook is meticulously designed to support new parents through every precious moment and unexpected challenge that early parenthood brings. From the very first seconds you spend with your baby to the delicate task of balancing baby care and self-care, this book covers it all. It begins with those initial bonding moments and the inevitable emotional rollercoaster, guiding you through the ...

In this entertaining and enlightening guide, best-selling historian Philip Matyszak introduces us to the people who lived and worked there. In each hour of the day we meet a new character - from emperor to slave girl, gladiator to astrologer, medicine woman to water-clock maker - and discover the fascinating details of their daily lives.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most delightfully imperfect adventure yet! When ice cream starts floating upward and paper airplanes rain from the sky, the three friends know another magical journey awaits. Armed with Maya's mysterious Serendipity Spoon, they're whisked away to an extraordinary kitchen realm where happy accidents are celebrated and mistakes lead to wonderful discoveries. Perfect for young readers who love: Magical adventure stories with relatable characters STEM learning through cooking and problem-solving Growth mindset lessons about perseverance and resilience ...

Does time heal all wounds? Or do some last forever? Pennsylvania, 1971: Graham Davidson is a young man with survivor’s guilt after the death of three siblings. Estranged from his father and seeking a direction in his life, Graham learns about vision quests from a Crow Indian. He secures seasonal employment in Yellowstone National Park and embarks on a spiritual journey. Wyoming Territory, 1871: Under a full moon at a sacred thermal area, Graham finds himself in Yellowstone a century earlier - one year before it was established as a national park.

The dramatic inside story of the first four historic flights that launched SpaceX - and Elon Musk - from a shaky startup into the world's leading-edge rocket company.

i>39 Years of Short-Term Memory Loss is a seriously funny, offbeat, and irreverent memoir that chronicles the early days of Saturday Night Live and features some of its greatest personalities---Al Franken, Lorne Michaels, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Bill Murray, Michael O'Donoghue, and Chris Farley.

In July 1972, the 512th MAW was deactivated at Carswell Air Base in Fort Worth, Texas and replaced by the 301 Tactical (TAC) Fighter Wing (FW). The unit then began the tough transition from huge C-124 Globemaster transports to then state of the art F-105 Thunderstick II (Thuds), which were replaced by newer F-4 Phantoms ten years later, and F-16 Fighting Falcons ten years after that. Over forty years have passed since that day in July 1972 when Lt Col Robert (Col Bob to most) Johnston landed our first Thud at Carswell and delivered it to the newly formed 301st TFW. A good number of us from ...

🌟 DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP AND ADVENTURE! Perfect for Early Readers Ages 6-9 Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an Enchanting Journey Through a World of Sweet Expressions and Digital Magic! When floating golden letters start dancing around their favorite meeting spot, three best friends know another magical adventure awaits. This time, they'll discover a fantastical realm where expressions of joy have been trapped Amazon Kindle SEO: How to Grow Traffic & Book Sales, and only their friendship, kindness, and problem-solving skills can save the day. Perfect for young readers who love: ...

How would you like to spend quality time with your kids or grandchildren? Read together Little Monster’s first adventure! It's all about unconditional love, realizing family values and building strong self-esteem! “Little Monster Saves the Day” is the first in a series of books about a boy who is small in size, but big in personality. Your kids will delight in this imaginative and colorful story, joining Little Monster as he discovers that who he is, is more important than his size. Little Monster is the newborn to a family of giant monsters. Because he is so much smaller than ...

Discover the Magic of Learning Through Adventure in This Enchanting Children's Chapter Book! When the morning air starts wiggling and wobbling on Maple Street, young readers know something magical is about to happen! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya—three best friends who've mastered the art of turning ordinary days into extraordinary adventures—as they tumble through a golden portal into the most wonderfully topsy-turvy village imaginable. Perfect for Young Independent Readers (Ages 6-9) This delightful 3,000-word chapter book combines the excitement of fantasy adventure with valuable life ...