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Make gospel learning fun, meaningful, and unforgettable! Valiant Primary Children is filled with ideas for engaging games, hands-on activities, and faith-filled experiences designed to help children grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you're a parent, in the LDS Primary presidency or a Primary teacher, this book will help you teach powerful gospel principles in playful and memorable ways. Every page is packed with testimony-building activities to strengthen family bonds and invite the Spirit into learning moments. Inside you'll find: Scripture-based games and ...

In kindergartens these days, children spend more time with math worksheets and phonics flashcards than building blocks and finger paint. Kindergarten is becoming more like the rest of school. In Lifelong Kindergarten, learning expert Mitchel Resnick argues for exactly the opposite: the rest of school (even the rest of life) should be more like kindergarten. To thrive in today's fast-changing world, people of all ages must learn to think and act creatively....

To this day, I see it in my nightmares – the decrepit amalgamation of stone and metal looming in the middle of a barren waste – the place that was supposed to be my tomb. Elian's carefree childhood ends after his older brother gets recruited to serve in one of the five watchtowers overlooking the hostile lands. A grim realization dawns on him of the perils the last human Kingdom has to face. The wild hillfolk of the west, the ferocious beasts of the east, and the vast waters of the southern sea that no ship could ever pass. However, these threats pale compared to the evil looming in the...

I thought the hard part of helping the Helta defeat the rampaging Tevynians would be the fighting. How wrong I was. To the Helta, we Earthers look just like the Tevynians, their mortal enemies. And convincing their government to ally with humans may be even beyond the crew of the starship James Bowie. But the clock is ticking, because the Tevynian fleet is bearing down on the Helta homeworld. If we can’t talk the Helta into accepting our help to fight them off, then Helta Prime will fall.... And Earth will be next.

The devils dance around her bubbling cauldron. The search for his missing son leads retired police chief William and three members of his former crew to a remote town nestled in the shadow of the mountains. They are met by decaying buildings and shady locals whose weathered faces harbor a sinister pact with an evil entity. As they seek to unravel the mysteries of the town, the coming of darkness unveils the true nature of this secluded place. Surrounded by chaos, they find themselves in the ultimate battle for their mortal souls. Will William reunite with his son? Can they escape the ...

Brilliantly exploring today's cutting edge brain research, Mind Wide Open allows readers to understand themselves and the people in their lives as never before. Using a mix of experiential reportage, personal storytelling, and fresh scientific discovery, Steven Johnson describes how the brain works and how its systems connect to the day-to-day realities of individual lives.

Reaching Boys, Teaching Boys challenges the widely-held cultural impression that boys are stubbornly resistant to schooling while providing concrete examples of pedagogy and instructional style that have been proven effective in a variety of school settings. This book offers more than 100 detailed examples of lessons that succeed with male students, grouped thematically. Such themes include: Gaming, Motor Activities, Open Inquiry, Competition, Interactive Technology, and Performance/Role Play.

Former middle school teacher and teachers' advocate Taylor Mali struck a chord with his passionate response to a man at a dinner party who asked him what kind of salary teachers make - a poetic rant that has been seen and forwarded millions of times on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. Based on the poem that inspired a movement, What Teachers Make is Mali's sharp, funny, reflective, critical call to arms about the joys of teaching and why teachers are so vital to America today.

For over 50 years scholars and philosophers alike have attempted to make some sense of the Third Reich and its "Final Solution" campaign. Historian Robert Wistrich takes listeners on a guided tour through the death camps and meticulously details the events that led to this horrific tragedy and the lasting repercussions it had on the world community.

All Progress Starts Here! All successful construction projects rely on the ability of the crew leaders. Full stop. They are the last people in the planning cycle and the first people in the field on the front line. What's more, workers and crew leaders are the only positions that directly earn money in our industry; therefore, they are the most important from a quality, safety, schedule, and profit standpoint. They are our heroes, professionals, and skilled craft. Everything we do in construction should successfully bring materials, information, equipment, tools, and open areas to our crew ...

A compilation of ten articles, Montessori Topics of Interest explores a variety of themes pertinent to anyone interested in learning more about the Montessori Method of education for children two-and-a-half through six years of age. Topics covered include Montessori’s holistic integration of mathematics, how geography gives a face to humanity, the outdoor environment as an extension of the indoor classroom, and the presentation of fact-based literature rather than fantasy for young children. Written in a conversational tone, Montessori Topics of Interest is an enjoyable reading experience...

What Shall We Do Today? Tales, Treats, and Flying Feats Ignite curiosity and learning through adventure with Imani, Tommy, and Maya! Join three best friends—curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic eight-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable eight-year-old Maya—as they embark on an unexpected Saturday adventure filled with learning, friendship, and discovery. When Maya arrives with news of a special Saturday School Day, the children find themselves immersed in a day celebrating literature, science, and culinary arts all at once! Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this engaging children's...

Paula Lillard, director of a Montessori school ranging in age from 18 months to 15 years, provides a clear and cogent introduction to the Montessori program for the elementary and later years. In detailed accounts, Lillard shows how children acquire the skills to answer their own questions, learn to manage freedom with responsibility, and maintain a high level of intellectual stimulation by using the Montessori method. This is an essential handbook for parents and teachers who have chosen the Montessori alternative for the older child.

This book is about churn or patient turnover. This is for those DPC doctors, not only those in mature practices, but also for those newbies who are just starting out. Everyone needs to worry about losing patients. It’s not only a blow to your ego when people are going out the door seemingly as fast as they are coming in but also a blow to your bottom line. And it could put you out of business.

Have you ever wondered what Montessori is? Many of us have heard the name "Montessori" but do not know what Montessori teaches. For over 100 years, the Montessori Method, based on the scientific observations of Maria Montessori, one of the first female physicians in Italy, has universally educated preschoolers in Practical Life Skills, Sensorial Awareness, Language Development, Art, Music, Science, and Mathematics. It is a natural way of learning through modeling, freedom of choice, and self-discovery with the aid of manipulatives and trained guides to facilitate absorbent minds in becoming...

February, 1945. Eight months have passed since the D-Day landings, when the Allies gained their foothold in North-West Europe. Since then the British Army has fought near continuously against the German military. Now, they stand ready for their greatest test: the battle for the German homeland. Drawing on the archive of the Imperial War Museums, this often-overlooked period of the war is brought vividly to life in the words of British soldiers who were there, from war-weary men who have survived many months of combat to new recruits facing Hitler's fanatic Panzer divisions for the first time.

You might be beginning your career as an elementary school teacher, and you’re both excited and a little nervous to get up to get started. But this is a big step forward, so you’re secretly a little worried. Or you might be an experienced elementary school teacher. You’re feeling a little overwhelmed, burnt out, and wondering if teaching is still the right vocation for you. The good news is that you’re in the right place. This book will share with you the proven tips and strategies to help you confidently manage your classroom.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an exciting educational adventure perfect for readers ages 6-9! In this delightful installment of the "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three diverse friends discover the wonders of English language and traditions during a special school celebration. When curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya arrive at school, they're thrilled to find it transformed for an "All Things English" day! Your child will learn alongside our characters about: World Book and Copyright Day - fostering a love of reading and respect for authors International English ...

Many people who have dated or chosen to marry narcissistic people come to me for help. They need to know how to relate to their narcissists. They must learn how to stay out of the lines of fire of the narcissists. They are stuck in cycles of abuse and manipulation, with seemingly no end in sight. They are distraught at the possibility of continuing the relationships, but they are also at a loss as to how to continue on without their partners.

(Sequel to The Race) It's every reporter's dream. And every political party's worst nightmare. A national convention with no clear nominee for the Oval Office. When the incumbent President who is a stone cold lock for re-election suddenly drops out due to health reasons at the last minute, both political parties are thrown for a loop. With the ultimate prize up for grabs, all sorts of candidates scramble to throw their hats in the ring. Some qualified, some not. And once the infighting starts, decorum goes out the window. Political dirty tricks are raised to an art form, as nothing is off ...