Self Child

This uplifting tale, which award-winning author Leslie Connor dubbed "a perfectly paced journey of the heart" is perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Cyrus Olson's dad is a hero - Northfield’s former football star and now one of their finest firefighters. Everyone expects Cyrus to follow in his dad’s record-breaking footsteps, and he wishes they were right - except he's never been brave like that. But this year, with the help of a stray dog, a few new friends, a little bit of rhythm, and a lot of nerve, he may just discover that actually...he is.

Mma lives and works in Johannesburg, far from the village 13-year-old Naledi and her younger brother, Tiro, call home. When their baby sister suddenly becomes very sick, Naledi and Tiro know that they need to bring their mother back in order to save their sister’s life. Bravely, secretly, they set off on the long journey to the big city to find Mma. It isn’t until they finally reach Jo’burg that they see up close what life is like for black citizens across South Africa — and begin to really question the unfair and dangerous laws of apartheid.

Brianna Edwards has a big crush on the new boy, David Massey. So when Mrs. Massey asks her to babysit David's younger siblings, Bri sees it as her opportunity to connect with David. In order to get her crush's attention, Bri pretends that she shares his interests. Now she's so busy being someone she's not that she's forgetting to do all the special things that make her a great babysitter. When will Bri figure out that being herself is the best way to get the boy AND the babysitting job?

Meet Elbow Grease, a little monster truck with a big problem! He's smaller than his four brothers, but wants to prove that he has the guts and the grit to do big things. He decides that entering the Demolition Derby is the perfect way to show everyone that what he lacks in horsepower he makes up for in gumption. From multi-talented mega celebrity John Cena comes this exciting story about the importance of believing in yourself and never giving up. With a new character kids will cheer for, this fun and fast-paced book proves that a little Elbow Grease...can go a long way!

For Hart Evans, being the most popular fifth grader has its advantages: kids look up to him and teachers let him get away with everything. But during one choir practice, Hart zones out too far, accidentally flinging a rubber band at his teacher. Mr. Meinert realizes that if Hart is ever going to discover his musical potential, his punishment must march to a different drummer.

Delve into a parenting guide like no other with 10 vital strategies that can improve your child’s resilience and limit meltdowns! Are you tired of having the same conversation 4 times with your child, only to discover they weren’t listening and still haven’t done what you asked? Do you find yourself engaging in an ongoing power struggle, with your child saying no to every suggestion you make?

Are you feeling like anxiety is an unwelcome software running your life's system? Todd L. Shuler's "How Do I Uninstall Anxiety? A Self-Care User's Guide to Rebooting Your Inner Strength" is the comprehensive guide you need to regain control and live a more fulfilling life. Inspired by extensive research and in-depth insights, this book demystifies anxiety, exploring its many faces, its deep-seated roots in our early life experiences, and its significant impacts on our existence. Todd approaches the subject with profound empathy, incorporating personal stories and real-life examples that ...

You’re not a failure and you don’t need to be fixed. You just need to know how to manage your symptoms and make the best out of your strengths. Everyone has positive traits–you just have to look within and realize your potential. With the right strategies, you’ll be able to manage your ADHD and achieve what you want based on your unique personality and abilities.

Faolan's made it back to his clan as a gnaw wolf, the lowest ranking pack member. And the hardships are just beginning. Framed for murder of a wolf pup, he must find the culprit and prove his worthiness in the clan.

A Shattered Girls Revival is a deeply personal and emotional memoir of resilience, healing, and self-discovery. The book explores themes of trauma, grief, and personal growth, recounting Kailee's experiences with childhood abuse, the loss of her mother, and her journey toward reclaiming her sense of self. The chapters cover a range of emotions and coping mechanisms, from battling fear and trauma-induced fight-or-flight responses to finding solace in nature, creativity, and personal reflection. Kailee shares her struggles with triggers, self-worth, and navigating life with a missing piece of...

Sheila is the girl who lives inside this book! She does some typical little-kid things, like learning to walk, saying her first words, eating pizza . . . starting school and making new friends. But Sheila knows people are reading her book, and she wonders if she really is interesting enough to have a book written all about her. Then one summer, Sheila becomes very interesting indeed . . . in a BIG, BIG way! One thing is sure—SHEILA WILL GROW ON YOU!

With no word from Kyja, the people of Farworld are beginning to face the possibility that she is truly dead, and the quest to save Farworld and Earth has failed. In an effort to find a way to bring Kyja back, Marcus must enter the most dangerous place possible, the Realm of Shadows. Meanwhile, Kyja wakes up in a world of lost souls and memories. With no idea who she is, she wanders Fire Keep, home to the most quick-tempered of the elementals. The other spirits around her have given up hope.

Turning the traditional notion of parenting on its head, Dr Tsabary shifts the epicentre of the parent-child relationship away from the standard parent-to-child 'know it all' approach to a mutual 'parent-with-child' relationship in which the parent learns alongside the child. Parents unwittingly pass on an inheritance of psychological pain and emotional rigidity to their children.

Embark on a Journey of Inner Child Healing Today! Positive affirmations for inner child healing are gentle reminders of the unconditional self-love, acceptance, and happiness that you deserve. Through these powerful affirmations, you will acknowledge, speak to, validate, comfort, and love your inner child. Heal your inner child, foster personal growth, and fully embrace your authentic self through nurturing reparenting. Unlock the transformative power of positive, healing affirmations through the law of attraction today. Embrace the person you were always meant to be, and live life with ...

Discover a forbidden love story that defies the boundaries of time and tradition in the untamed American West. Shattered Dreams. A Promise Kept? 1910. Blackfoot, Idaho. Leo, a young man yearning for more than the life laid out for him, finds his world turned upside down by the arrival of Sean, a ruggedly handsome cowboy. Their connection is undeniable, a spark that ignites amidst the frontier's vast landscapes and rugged beauty. As their bond deepens, Leo and Sean must navigate the challenges of a society that refuses to accept their love. Secrets, prejudice, and the ever-present threat of ...

Thirteen emotionally gripping short stories of loss and self-discovery told in both traditional and experimental forms, set in times ranging from the seventies to the near future, yet resonating today. In “Indian Land,” a thirteen-year-old’s family is ordered to leave a Mohawk reserve, the only home he’s known. A woman spends Thanksgiving at her partner’s childhood home in “Through the Woods,” only to find the concept of family may be more elusive than she thought. On the last bus back home to the suburbs, a recently demoted executive is harassed by a menacing thug who sits ...

To solve the mystery of the disappearing stones, Conn goes back to his beginnings - gutterboy, chimney sweep, mudlark, and, yes, thief. It's the only way he can clear his name and find the culprit. But turning back is not easy, and old enemies don't disappear. Can Conn pull himself out of the gutter one more time?

A great cold has seized the Beyond. The warmth of summer, the smell of sweet grass, and the great caribou migrations are distant memories. Now the wolves know only ice, dark, snow, and endless cold. The order that kept the wolf clans strong for thousands of years has broken down completely. The wolves have only one chance for survival. They must find their way to a new land, a land of warmth and summer. But the journey will take them over a frozen sea and through thousands of miles of perilous territory. Will the wolves trust young Faolan to lead them?

The Story of Ferdinand has enchanted readers since it was first published in 1936. All the other bulls would run and jump and butt their heads together. But Ferdinand would rather sit and smell the flowers. And he does just that until the day a bumblebee and some men from the Madrid bullfights give gentle Ferdinand a chance to be the most ferocious star of the corrida - and the most unexpected comic hero.

Growing up in the shadow of his football star brother, Chris, Newt Newman has never felt particularly special. When Chris is knocked into a coma, Newt's two best friends decide that taking him out for Halloween is the best way to cheer him up. Using some of Chris's old, oversized clothes, Newt creates his best costume ever - Captain Nobody!