Smart Families

She makes him steam. Alicia hates the water that claimed her life and washed away her humanity, leaving her forever changed. Surge is the sea, an enemy who makes her boil. His touch washes away the fear, but can she trust the element that killed her? She’d better decide fast, because there’s a greater threat closing in, and more than one way to be burned by the sea.... Humans feared the power of the elements, so they locked them away. In the process they altered the balance of nature. Eight hundred years later, the elementals have awakened. Maddened by centuries of imprisonment, these ...

If you want your child to develop problem-solving skills, then this book is for you! If your child is gifted or bright it may be practically a must that you work together at solving puzzles, word games, and riddles, and Riddle Me These can make such pursuits laugh-filled and effective.

Smart Parenting is all about making the difficult and often frustrating job of parenting a little bit easier and much more fun.

She’s a suspect. Hyna Blue, an undercover cop posing as a drifter, finds his mission complicated when he falls for Gem, the fiery innkeeper on Polaris. She thinks he’s a drunk. She tells herself it’s pity. He spends his days hanging out in her bar, a man without a purpose. With wild black hair, indigo eyes, and cybernetic strength, he’s far from safe or stable. Yet, Gem can’t resist his rough charm as their undeniable chemistry ignites amidst the dangers of a boomtown. The trainum mines bring both prosperity and crime, including shape-shifting aliens. Can Blue keep his mind on his...

A perfect life, or a perfect lie? Rebecca Giovanni has a beautiful life—a job she loves, a new husband who’s a great deal better than the old one, and two charming daughters from her first marriage. It’s hard not to be smug about how well she’s done for herself. She trusts her new husband. Then she wakes to find him and her sixteen-year-old daughter missing. Their dog is dead, and the front door is wide open. No matter what the police insinuate, Rebecca cannot believe Leroy and Tabby went anywhere together willingly. She’s doing a stellar job, but blended families always have ...

When Xera is stranded on a desert planet with a hostile crew and a cadre of murdering aliens, her friends aren’t who she thinks they are. As the translator, she’s the only one who can forge a truce. As the only woman, she’s the prize they lust for, and when her captain turns on her, she’s going to need the help of her enemies to escape his wrath. Because on this inhospitable world, the warlike Scorpio are her only chance. Looking into the fiery eyes of their handsome leader, Xera saw raw heat; a reaction she knew her fellow humans would despise. A future with Commander Ryven was…...

Riddles for Smart Kids is a book that contains many original riddles. These riddles are all ordered in a simple way. They are entertaining and educational and can help your child develop the skills you want them to have in a world that doesn't encourage people to think outside the box. This book is what your child needs to have if you want him to have a good time while learning.

Parenting: It is every parents desire to give their children a solid educational foundation. After all, we want the best for our children and we want to see them experience success in life. Rebeccah Moss, the author, guides parents through proven studies, research and helpful suggestions to making your children smarter. She also explains the reasoning behind the various success strategies.

In 52 Ways to Connect with Your Smartphone Obsessed Kid, author Jonathan McKee offers just the help you need to have meaningful interaction with your kids instead of always overreacting to their unhealthy consumption of technology and media. In a world where over 80 percent of 12- to 17-year-olds now own a smartphone, parents are searching for ways to pry their kids' eyes from their devices and engage them in real, face-to-face conversation.

Riddles have existed for thousands of years because they don’t just entertain, they help develop brain power and get kids to think more "laterally" and creatively. In this bumper book of brain teasers and riddles for smart kids, you will have a unique collection of riddles split into three different levels: from "easy" to "genius", which get more tricky as you go through the book.

Emma Kate swore she was done being the family screwup, but one night in Vegas and she’s … oh no. She’s always tried to do the right thing—not that it ever works. Now she’s found the one man who won’t quit anything until he’s succeeded at it. Keith doesn’t need a wife and Emma Kate doesn’t need a Vegas wedding she can’t explain to her sisters. Family is what they both crave most but being together means lying to everyone they love. Come back to Breathless, Georgia for this steamy, dreamy southern romance. Fans of Kristan Higgans and Susan Mallery will love this next ...

It's no secret that addictive digital technologies like smartphones and social media apps are harming a generation of kids socially, mentally, and even physically. But a workable solution seems elusive. After all, don't kids need phones, and won't they be vulnerable or socially isolated without tech? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project, argues that the answer is 'no'. She exposes the lies parents have been sold about managing the dangers of tech through parental controls and screen-time limits.

Are you ready to handle the challenges that come with supporting your partner during pregnancy and parenting a newborn? Your partner has announced that she is pregnant! Congratulations! Now what? Becoming a new dad is the toughest thing you will ever do, and there is no perfect way to do it. You may feel overwhelmed, unqualified, and confused about what to do next. With the right knowledge, you can tackle the challenge head-on...and enjoy the journey as well.

101 Funny Riddles is full of hilarious and challenging brain teasers and difficult math riddles for smart kids, teens, and adults. Great for family night and road and plane trips. Try not to laugh! Good for ages six, seven, eight, nine, 10, 11, and 12.

A funny book that makes you cry. A sad book that makes you laugh. A book about two sisters and their family that makes you wish you were part of it - and grateful that you are not. In short, this book is one surprise after another. The only thing that is not a surprise is that Vera B. Williams has created a wholly unforgettable, absolutely wonderful portrait of Amber, Essie, and their world. Listen to the book. You will never be the same again.

Do you have a child struggling in elementary school? Do all of the options to help your child seem too expensive? We know how you feel. We were in your shoes. Our son was struggling at the end of first grade, and we desperately wanted to help him. Yet going through the system seemed to take a long time. Finding private help was so expensive. So we went into action mode. We researched every online and offline tool, strategy, and tip we could find. We figured out what worked.

Whether you are shopping for your kid's first phone, or they've had a smartphone for years...you need Smartphone Sanity. The smartphone is causing a seismic shift in the lives of the rising generation. Smartphone Sanity will give you all the tools you need to keep your family safe and to put the gospel at the center of your family's smartphone conversation. David Eaton and Jeremiah Callihan are the Cofounders of Axis, a non-profit that helps over 100,000 parents and teenagers a month communicate and understand each other.

The Convergence It had been thirty years since the Convergence, when the dimensions aligned and combined Earth and the world of Gwyllon, known in human mythology as “Underhill”. Elven castles and ancient ruins sprouted in vacant lots, on major highways, sometimes merging with existing buildings, twisting into completely new structures. Roads and rail systems reformed, and after the rioting, starvation and death, agriculture finally sorted itself and food began to flow. A new government formed of elves and men had arisen, a society of human tech and elven magic. Cell phones and frost ...

Fast-track your journey through the roller-coaster of parenting emotionally intense children. Are you constantly walking on eggshells, hoping not to trigger another emotional explosion from your extraordinarily bright child? Do you feel overwhelmed with your child's intense emotional reactions and, sometimes, aggression, not knowing how to respond effectively? You're not alone. Raising a brilliant child who struggles with emotional regulation is a unique, often challenging journey.

One of the key aspects of smart parenting is striking a balance between technology and human connection. While AI can provide valuable educational resources and enhance learning experiences, it is essential to create boundaries and encourage face-to-face interactions. This audiobook delves into effective strategies to promote healthy technology usage, fostering open communication, and maintaining strong family bonds in the digital age.