Family Learning

Centuries ago in middle Europe, a coded language appeared, scrawled in graffiti and spoken only by people in the know. This hybrid language, dubbed Rotwelsch, facilitated survival for people in flight - whether escaping persecution or just down on their luck. It was a language of the road associated with vagabonds, travelers, Jews, and thieves that blended words from Yiddish, Hebrew, German, Romani, Czech, and other European languages and was rich in expressions for police, jail, or experiencing trouble, such as being in a pickle. This renegade language unsettled those in power.

With creative and simple activities that cover essential topics to get the learning process started and practical tips from both personal experiences and lots of successful homeschooling parents, this book will give you plenty of research-based guidance and step-by-step activities to homeschool your kids.

Jede Familie hat ihre hellen und ihre dunklen Seiten - und mit diesen müssen wir irgendwie leben. Wir sind geprägt von den Erfahrungen unserer Eltern und Großeltern und oft ziehen sich Konflikte, Verletzungen und Geheimnisse wie ein roter Faden durch mehrere Generationen. Die Auseinandersetzung mit der familiären Vergangenheit ist lohnenswert, denn je mehr wir über unsere Familie wissen, desto eher können wir uns aus den alten Fallstricken befreien und ein selbstbestimmtes und glückliches Leben führen.

For the estimated 20 million Americans with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder comes the third edition of All About ADHD by Dr. Thomas W. Phelan, an internationally renowned expert and lecturer on child discipline and ADHD. Completely updated with the latest research and treatment information, All About ADHD is a comprehensive guide to ADHD's symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment in children and adults.

Scrap quilts, bridal gowns, and a hidden family heirloom. What more could you want in a Minnesota winter romance? Penny Anderson has a dream. She's going to be an exclusive bridal gown designer, and she won't be held back by her dyslexia, a rural location, or the doubts of others. Brian Michaels has waited seven years for Penny to see him as a man instead of just a childhood friend. Can he work up the courage to speak before the tall, dark and handsome business consultant sweeps her off her feet? Great-aunt Violet chronicles the family history in a series of patchwork quilts. When an ...

At 70, Claire and Libby have found unexpectedly happy, fulfilling—though very different—lives. But all that changes in 2020 when they face profound personal challenges against the backdrop of a global pandemic. Their emotional journey, as they navigate health concerns, aging parents, family obligations, and death makes for a brief but compelling sequel to Schaefer’s first book, US, NOW & THEN. Grab a tissue and settle in for a few hours with these two Nevada girls.

Vivimos en una sociedad caracterizada por la rapidez, las exigencias y el poco tiempo para disfrutar de nuestros hijos. Disponemos de menos tiempo del que quisiéramos para estar con ellos. Tenemos un mundo cada vez más conectado tecnológicamente pero menos conectado emocional y socialmente. Los estudios científicos han demostrado que para desarrollar vínculos de seguridad en nuestros hijos y fomentar su autonomía, empatía y autoestima se necesita tiempo de calidad.

Should you really read to your baby? Can teaching a baby sign language boost IQ? Should you pipe classical music into the nursery? Dr. Jill Stamm translates the latest neuroscience findings into clear explanations and practical suggestions, demonstrating the importance of the simple ways you interact with your child every day. It isn't the right edutainment that nurtures an infant's brain. It is as simple as attention, bonding, and communication, and it's within every parent's ability to provide.

Begin your journey in learning with a fresh perspective. For many, exploring Maria Montessori's philosophy has greatly changed the way they parent, teach or even view children. This is especially true for children with autism, who require even greater understanding from those who care for them. Whether you're a parent or an educator, this audiobook was designed to help you learn about both autism and the Montessori method.

Inspirational words on parenting from the beloved Fred Rogers, showing appreciation for parents whose children are grown as well as giving advice to those parents raising young ones.

Wendy has moved on with her life after Brent moved to Idaho with his family, and it's been years since she's seen or talked to him. Russell has become the love of her life until Brent unexpectedly shows up at her door one evening when she's on a date with Russell, leaving Wendy totally confused. What should she do? Sometimes being hit with snowballs by boys and having them pull your hair was a lot easier. Being grown-up was challenging...with so many choices! Should she choose Brent or Russell? See who Wendy chooses in book 3 of the continuing series of Wendy!

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent condition affecting millions of children globally. Boys are more prone to this condition than girls, so this workbook’s tone is mostly masculine. Children with ADHD are hyperactive and often show impulsive behavior. They can’t maintain their focus for a longer duration, which is why these children are often lagging back in their schools.

A Weed in the Church: How a culture of age segregation is harming the next generation, fragmenting the family, and dividing the church. While almost everyone involved in youth ministry agrees there is a crisis, not everyone agrees on its severity nor has the same diagnosis. A Weed in the Church suggests that this well-recognized crisis has a specific cause, which will surprise many. Brown argues that while scripture defines and wholeheartedly encourages youth discipleship, the premises of modern youth ministry are at odds with biblical teaching and must be reformed.

Become a master of Spades and dominate every game! Have you always been enthralled by the game of Spades? Do you wish you could find a resource to explain it in detail? Are you sick and tired of losing and prepared to take over every game like the boss you know you can be? This clear and concise guide will take you by the hand and show you the A to Z of Spades. It will demystify every concept and show you how to walk away from most tables holding your head high because you’ve won a game for the umpteenth time. In this book, you will: Discover the fascinating origins of the game of Spades....

The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide puts at parents' fingertips the developmentally appropriate prevention science they need to set children up for success from elementary school to college. Filled with tools, activities, contracts, and scripted talks for 18 high-risk behavior topics, such as alcohol, marijuana, technology overuse, vaping, pornography, body image issues, self-injury, suicide, dating violence, risky sexual behavior, and more.

Are you a people pleaser? Do you feel guilty while saying no? Do you feel good when you say, "yes," to everyone for everything - even by sacrificing your priorities? If you somehow relate to the above, it means you are suffering from "being nice disease". If your life priorities have suffered badly, if you’ve taken a toll on your health by taking unnecessary stress due to every avoidable "yes", you need to be ready for becoming "not nice". You have to become more assertive in your life and work. Here is your practical blueprint.

Add some kick to your characters with some quick and simple dialect training. Paul Meier has been training actors for over 25 years and now offers his experience to the casual pretender in these entertaining presentations. You will find accent tips, colloquialisms, and charismatic character concepts that will add to your storytelling, roleplaying, or cosplay.

In The Gadwall Incident, listeners get a glimpse into James' life a mere 24 hours before the tipping point - before life as he knows it changes irrevocably and his childhood slips into the shadows. Listeners will come to know the dangers that surround the Moriartys before James and Moria are sent off to the hallowed halls of Baskerville Academy, where they first meet the insufferable, inexhaustible Sherlock Holmes.

Whether your child has only been recently diagnosed with ADHD or you’ve been living with their condition for quite a while, it’s normal for parents to feel worried, overwhelmed, and exhausted most of the time. However, keep in mind that ADHD is a condition, not a life sentence. It’s entirely possible for your young one to succeed because of their condition–not despite it. The key is learning how to address your child’s condition properly and consistently at the soonest time possible–the earlier you manage it, the higher their chances of success and happiness.

This is a story filled with passion and mistrust. A lovely spinster and a tall, dark stranger ignite a spark of true love that could unite two lonely hearts. Kathleen Kathleen Parker was the picture of primness and propriety. She was a thirty-year-old beauty with big green eyes that could look straight through a person’s soul. In town, they called her the old spinster lady. Kathleen wasn’t a stranger to their ridicule, because she knew that men only wanted her five hundred–acre cattle ranch—not her. At eighteen, she was heartbroken by her first love. Thereafter, she vowed to never ...