Education Inspiration

Homeschooling is the fastest-growing form of education in America, and it's here to stay. If you're a homeschool veteran, finishing up your first year, or are just homeschool curious, Homegrown is destined to become a go-to resource. This collection of thirty original, thought-provoking pieces from a diverse group of contributors covers common questions such as What fuels families to educate children at home? How do relationships, culture, and vision affect the decision to homeschool? What roles do spouses, friends, extended family, and communities play in our ability to homeschool?

A deeply personal memoir of the private Ray Charles - the man behind the legend - by his eldest son. Ray Charles is an American music legend. A multiple Grammy Award-winning composer, pianist, and singer with an inimitable vocal style and catalog. Now his eldest son, Ray Charles Robinson Jr., shares an intimate glimpse of the man behind the music, with never-before-told stories. Going beyond the fame, the concerts, and the tours, Ray Jr. opens the doors of his family home and reveals their private lives with fondness and frankness.

This is the book that guides you on your journey to becoming a successful self-help author. It gives you everything you need to write, publish, and promote a book that does justice to your ideas and expertise.

Avoid the fatal pitfalls and mistakes green thumbs make with this essential guide to growing microgreens. Insider grower secrets, strategies, and tactics are shared within. Everything from strategic growing conditions for successfully cultivating your grows (that you may not have yet discovered) to inventive & mouthwatering microgreen recipes are treated in this book. Whatever your goals for microgreens are, you’re looking at the answer.

Have you ever wanted to have a formal afternoon tea, but just weren't sure where to start? This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to host a prim and proper afternoon tea, just like the English have been enjoying for generations. If you have watched Downton Abbey and wanted to make afternoon tea part of your routine or even just wanted to host an afternoon tea for a special occasion, this is the book for you.

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER AUTHOR Breaking Barriers in STEM "Emma’s Code" isn't merely a tale to be told at bedtime. This story unfolds the ambitions of a young girl who refuses to let societal norms dictate her dreams. Through her eyes, readers not only witness the trials and tribulations of a budding scientist but also the broader challenges many face when defying traditional gender roles. Readers are encouraged to explore, dream, and dismantle barriers in spaces often dominated by men. The tale emphasizes virtues such as resilience, self-worth, and the undying spirit of pursuing passions...

Author and artist Nava Atlas presents a treasury of intimate glimpses into the unfolding creative writing process across fifteen brilliant careers in women’s literature and relates their stories to women writers of today. Through their journals, letters, and diaries, we get to know the struggles and triumphs of Louisa May Alcott, Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, Gwendolyn Brooks, Octavia E. Butler, Willa Cather, Madeleine LEngle, Edna Ferber, Zora Neale Hurston, L.M. Montgomery, Anais Nin, George Sand, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Edith Wharton, and Virginia Woolf.

Art has been a staple in most cultures across the world, firmly having rooted itself as a means of communicating one’s understanding of themselves and the world around them. A great number of people in the world develop a natural passion for the act of creation, irrespective of talent. However, most of those who pursue the arts start off self-taught, and when they get to the point where they can take classes, there is a mix of bad habits and misunderstood techniques that they have to unlearn in order to improve.

Jane Austen is one of the most beloved writers in the English literary canon. Her novels changed the landscape of fiction forever, and her writing remains as fresh, entertaining and witty as the day her books were first published. Now, with this illuminating and entertaining new book, you can learn Jane Austen's methods, tips and tricks - and how to live well as a writer. The Jane Austen Writers' Club explores the techniques of plotting and characterisation through to dialogue and suspense.

Now more than ever, the scientific and medical community is under the microscope and in front of the media. Science matters, and in a post-truth world it’s more important than ever for scientists and physicians to be heard. But there’s a challenge. To get people to listen, you can’t communicate in writing alone anymore. You need to speak up and be seen—onstage, online, and on camera. To do this well you need to master the art of influential speaking, which is something you weren’t taught at university or medical school.

This book looks directly at the peer pressure monster and shows how it influences decisions in the workplace, in society, and in families. It describes how the monster assigns the level of success for individuals, the limit on productivity in the workplace, and the quality of relationships in families. In This Book: Individuals learn how to free themselves from the peer pressure monster to achieve greater success. Parents discover how they can defeat the negative influence of the peer pressure monster to provide more effective guidance to their children. Teachers discover a tool to gain ...

Are you someone who has wondered what the fuss is about with crochet? Did you see your grandma or aunts crochet and you wanted to know more? Are you looking for a new hobby and wondering if crochet is it? 50 Things to Know About Crochet by Elizabeth Reichlin offers an approach to the basics of crochet from the perspective of a true artist who can follow a pattern but chooses to let the yarn guide her. In these sections you'll discover the tools needed, array of fibers, and basics to get you started.

If you’re a coach, consultant, or speaker who makes a living from your expertise, this is for you. It’s the guide you need to help you plan, write, and promote the book that elevates your authority, increases your visibility, and gets more clients saying "Yes". Because creating such a book is a challenge. Where do you start? How do you keep going until the end? And what do you do when you’ve finished? Don’t let your book stay in your head - allow it to come to life and make a positive difference to both you and your readers by following the guidance you’ll find in here.

Explore the life and legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola, a transformative figure known for his profound spiritual insights, educational innovations, and founding of the Society of Jesus. This book provides an in-depth look at the life of St. Ignatius, from his early years as a soldier and his dramatic conversion to his establishment of the Jesuit Order and enduring impact on Christianity and the world. St. Ignatius of Loyola was a man of extraordinary vision, determination, and spiritual depth, whose actions and teachings continue to shape millions. This book takes a deeper look at his ...

The Canine Chronicles are a series of books geared to help shape children's views of themselves and how they relate to others around them. The inspiration for writing these books came from my late uncle, Michael Landon who was well known for his writing and acting. His television shows encouraged people to treat each other with respect and dignity, and not with hatred or judgment. I want to follow in his footsteps and help the children of the world become more loving and caring for one another. Book 1: Shih Tzu P.D. is about a small dog named Chanel who shows that she can do everything the ...

Explore the extraordinary life of Thomas Jefferson, a man whose visionary ideas and tireless efforts helped shape the United States of America. Thomas Jefferson was a unique statesman and a revolutionary thinker whose work and philosophy laid the groundwork for the American democracy we know today. This book goes beyond the surface, delving into Jefferson’s thought processes, his innovative approaches, and the principles that guided his actions. From the drafting of the Declaration of Independence to the transformative Louisiana Purchase, Jefferson’s legacy is a testament to the power ...

Entrepreneur and educator Frances Valintine has spent her life trying to untangle why some people don't embrace change even when they know their future depends on it. Future You shares insights from Frances's own extraordinary career to show how breaking away from expectation and routine is integral to living a full and successful life. Frances inspires and empowers listeners to make bold self-discoveries: to take risks, step off the conveyor belt, open your heart to chance, overcome self-doubt, foster generosity, pass less judgement, think originally, and lead with possibility.

TEENAGER ADVICE.Autobiographical piece from person in search of a career, only to discover the writer she has been, all along. A story of education, discipline, failed attempts, and triumphs. A motivational piece about looking within, trials and errors and tribulations. Willing to reach out, willing to attempt, searching for answers, the author shares her insights into the journey of life, and guides the reader with suggestions as to how to navigate. A very inspiring piece, for anyone who has stopped to ask his or herself, where am I going, how to I get there, and why do I want to embark on...

Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952) developed a method of education over a hundred years ago, yet her philosophy and methods remain more relevant today than ever. One thing lacking in today's society is a sound method for preparing children for the world that they live in. The main principle of the Montessori Method is that children learn to manage their own lives while experiencing the joys of the world around them in a safe and well-prepared environment.

As of 2018, human existence is at a precarious point in history. Most of us are living in a state of scarcity, continually experiencing worry, drama, and fear. Our existence reflects the old-paradigm story of constrictive, 20th-century living. There is a better way. Are you ready to disconnect from this old-paradigm story? Are you ready to discover your truth and take back your power to choose? Essence invites us all to break free from this constrictive story by awakening our sleeping souls. As we do so, we learn to see from a much broader perspective.