House Parent

Written in a frank, fun, no-holds-barred, and incisive first-person narrative, Tusshar reveals interesting childhood anecdotes, the process of raising a child as a single man in India, how the search for the perfect soulmate doesn't stop after having a child, and finally how his son, Laksshya, changed his life forever.

A newlywed couple purchase a much desired haunted house with disastrous results, a young woman may lose her job and mind on the way to Alaska, and a group of high school girls attempt immortality in a last resort to save a friend. Connell takes on patriarchy and culture with a singular voice that will make you think, laugh, and shiver long after you finish listening.

From breakbeat poet and playwright Idris Goodwin and celebrated artist Lorraine Nam comes a whimsical, irresistible rhyming read-aloud empowering kids to embrace their imagination. Perfect for fans of The Year We Learned to Fly and Boxitects.

Estas son las palabras que Sole encuentra en la carta que Stella, su mejor amiga, le escribió justo antes de irse a París, inmediatamente después de la única pelea de sus vidas y pocos días antes de morir en un atentado.

Lead Paint from old homes, toys, imports, antiques, water, dust and soil can make people very sick. Young children who are exposed can have permanent brain damage, reduced IQ, learning disabilities, ADHD and a host of other ailments. For parents and caregivers, this is an opportunity to review or learn the basics: How do we get lead poisoning? What can we do about it? What are the 5 steps we can take to avoid poisoning ourselves and the children in our lives. This book includes information on how to test your kids, and test your house.

A Delsie le encanta saber cuál será el estado del tiempo; últimamente, sin embargo, parece que las tormentas están en su propia vida. Siempre ha vivido con su bondadosa abuela, pero ahora mira su realidad de manera diferente y quisiera poder tener una "familia normal". Delsie también percibe otros cambios en el aire: el más doloroso es la sensación de haber perdido a una amiga.

The jump between primary and secondary school marks one of the biggest transitions in a student's life. It's the point at which a child leaves the relatively safe cocoon of childhood and enters the wide world of adolescence. For both parents and their children, it can be a huge shock, as they encounter a minefield of serious issues to deal with - everything from peer and study pressures to phones, parties and beyond.

This is two stories in one. The first is about my two daughters, Daniela and Selena, living half time with their mother, Anna, and half time with me, their father. The second is about my son, Isaac, also living half time with his mother, Joni, and half time with me, his father. Anna and I broke up before the younger girl was two years old. Joni and I broke up when Isaac was two. Both stories describe the adventures of single parenting.

Ib lives with his schizophrenic father and his "nice" mother negotiating life, not knowing what to do, steered by uncaring winds and pushy people. From his slimy, unmiraculous birth to the tragic death of a loved one, Ib wanders the city, from one thing to another, confused, lost, and alone, all the while reflecting on his predicament. He is searching for something - what he does not know - and must overcome many obstacles: family, religion, love, and finally, death. Will he be defeated by "this wreckage of modern life?" Will a mysterious woman lift him out of the "cement" in his soul?

We, parents, have much more power, freedom and potential than you'd imagine.Times have changed and I intend to help you get out of the rat race by equipping you with the tools and training needed to succeed. Parentpreneur's are making more money from their internet-based businesses than ever before!. Whatever your situation, it’s now completely possible. You’re about to learn how you can join that league with the aid of this audiobook.

Each year, more and more emphasis is placed on achieving good results in the end-of-school exams. This can lead to students feeling extraordinary pressure and having unrealistic expectations. In this all-new and completely revised edition of the best-selling Surviving Year 12, Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, Australia's leading adolescent psychologist, gives advice to parents on how they can help their child cope with the pressure, work smarter and actually enjoy their final years of school.

Are you overwhelmed by your duties as a caregiver? Do you feel as if you are navigating through unchartered territory? Caring for the needs of a dependent loved one can be a long, sometimes frightening task—like rafting through deep canyons filled with treacherous whitewater rapids. Serving as a compassionate and seasoned guide, author Karen Sebastian equips you with hope to help you embrace and even enjoy the ride. You will discover practical ways to empower your loved one with honor and dignity. You can serve them well and complete the journey with no regrets.

Follow me through the life of a Foster Child. It begins at a very young age when doors were shut in my face, and I was standing alone, not knowing why there wasn’t a different path for me. From a life of emotional turmoil and abuse to a life of walking with God. May my journey offer you hope in yours. My path in Foster Care wasn’t easy, but it wasn't always rough times either. My story will offer hope to those who feel alone or just need motivation and spiritual guidance to see their unpaved path as something more. Even those who have been through quitting themselves know that there is ...

Mary Fern’s Monster Under My Bed series of stories is aimed at calming down and reassuring children they are safe and secure when they are tucked up in their beds - and indeed, the monster under the bed is there to look after them and reassure them.

With a quiet compassion for the natural world, a father and daughter explore the meaning of beauty. Land bound Sundees turn into high flying butterflies, and gentle, but endangered Chiru snuggle into their warm Shahtooshi. As father lays his Little One to bed, she is filled with a renewed sense of love and respect for the Earth and all living things, including herself.

Clean in a Flash: Smart Solutions for Parents on the Go is a practical guide tailored for busy parents who need efficient and effective cleaning strategies. This book offers a range of tips and solutions to help maintain a tidy home amidst the chaos of family life.

Mum decides to extend her veg patch which means requisitioning Henry's fort - how is Henry going to persuade her to give up her plans?

A heartwarming tale of a girl waiting for her beloved Papá to return when the monarchs fly south to their home in Mexico. Lucía loves to watch the monarchs' migration from her home in Mexico with Papá. But this year, the monarchs' journey north holds extra weight; Papá is heading north, too, to look for work. He promises her that when "the weather turns cold and the monarcas return, our winged ancestors will guide me home." So while he spends the summer months harvesting produce on faraway farms, Lucía watches the skies for signs of the monarchs'—and her papá's—return.

A sweet story about the immense love of a father who will go to all lengths to make sure his little boy gets a simple request of a goldfish for Christmas. The only gift David wants for Christmas is a goldfish and not even one toy. On the night before Christmas, Mom and Dad discover the fish is not swimming. They get into action to replace the little fishy. Only a blizzard foils their plan and Dad has to hike through snow to find that the pet store is closing.

Un conmovedor y sincero libro ilustrado sobre una joven que tiene dos trabajos, uno como chica aficionada del futbol y otro como intérprete para sus padres hispanohablantes. Cuando Cecilia no está en el campo de futbol marcando goles, acompaña a sus padres a todo tipo de lugares para adultos, como la oficina de licencias de conducir, el despacho del contador y el taller de automóviles. Les ayuda traduciendo del español al inglés y viceversa. Es un trabajo importante e incluso puede ser divertido. También es muy agotador.