Download or read book Nana Akua Goes to School written by Tricia Elam Walker and published by Anne Schwartz Books. This book was released on 2020-06-16 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 2021 Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award! In this moving story that celebrates cultural diversity, a shy girl brings her West African grandmother--whose face bears traditional tribal markings--to meet her classmates. This is a perfect read for back to school! It is Grandparents Day at Zura's elementary school, and the students are excited to introduce their grandparents and share what makes them special. Aleja's grandfather is a fisherman. Bisou's grandmother is a dentist. But Zura's Nana, who is her favorite person in the world, looks a little different from other grandmas. Nana Akua was raised in Ghana, and, following an old West African tradition, has tribal markings on her face. Worried that her classmates will be scared of Nana--or worse, make fun of her--Zura is hesitant to bring her to school. Nana Akua knows what to do, though. With a quilt of traditional African symbols and a bit of face paint, Nana Akua is able to explain what makes her special, and to make all of Zura's classmates feel special, too.

Download or read book Nana the Great Comes to Visit written by Lisa Tawn Bergren and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This joyous, energetic picture book from the bestselling author of the God Gave Us series celebrates the unique ways grandparents help children gain confidence. It’s always a good time when Nana comes for a visit! Nana doesn’t mind making a mess while building forts. Nana plays checkers to win. Nana encourages climbing high, savoring dessert, and playing hopscotch. In short, everything’s more fun with Nana and her spunky outlook on life! Nana the Great Comes to Visit celebrates the countless ways grownups help children learn to believe in themselves—and assures children that a grandparent’s love stays with them always.

Download or read book Amazing Grace written by Shay Youngblood and published by Dramatic Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although a classmate says that she cannot play Peter Pan in the school play because she is black, Grace discovers her true identity, that she can do anything she sets her mind to do.

Download or read book Amazing Coincidence written by Gloria Otuka Laws and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2005-07 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matt Dickens' substance abuse problem has opened his eyes to things he once took for granted. He feels he's being mistreated, so he becomes irate, terribly rabid and malicious, spewing anger and wrecking havoc in the most ominous ways. Matt sees his family's attitude as a ploy to make life unbearable for him Misery loves company, so he decides to make theirs a living hell as well, with a greater effort to mortify and surly his dad's reputation. He's fed up and eventually wants out. Life abroad isn't milk and honey as he expected. He becomes a caregiver to a 65 years old widow in Australia. He's at his wits end and just then, his life takes a turn for better. The unmistakable impetus to become a cardio surgeon comes pretty handy to him. He pursues after his dream with sheer determination, hard work and undivided attention, the three tools life's experiences away from home had offered him. He achieves his long-term goal, with an unprecedented success in heart surgery. With his history of outstanding breakthroughs in his career, he's confident he can handle any case of heart surgery tossed his way. But now, he's about to perform the most complicated, risk involving and brain-racking heart surgery of his life. And little does he know the gravity of the Amazing Coincidence he's in for.

Download or read book My Nana s Garden written by Dawn Casey and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-11 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grandmother's Garden is tangled with weeds, "Wildflowers, says grandma, food for the bees." A little girl visits her grandmother in summer and winter, and together they explore the wonders of Grandmother's garden. One day, Grandmother isn't there anymore, but as winter gives way to spring, the girl learns that life goes on and so does the memory of those we love.

Download or read book My Nana and Me written by Irene Smalls and published by Xist Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09-15 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A joyful story celebrating the love between a granddaughter and her grandmother. This delightful picture books follows a young girl and her grandmother through a day of tea parties, dancing, hide and seek, pat-a-cake, bath time, story time, and bedtime. At the end of the story the little girl discovers why she is so extra special. Irene Smalls' rhythmic, upbeat text and Cathy Ann Johnson's lush artwork make My Nana and Me the perfect book to share. My Nana and Me is a great opportunity for fabulous hat dress up tea parties, etiquette lessons and a bedtime read aloud. My Nana and Me is also the perfect book for a child’s birthday, Christmas, Kwanzaa, a Grandmother’s birthday, family reunions, family celebrations, Mother’s Day, Grandparents day and bedtime any day of the year. My Nana and Me is ideal for classrooms and parents too!

Download or read book My Singing Nana written by Pat Mora and published by American Psychological Association. This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My Singing Nana is a compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. This story celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories, showing kids that no matter how their loved one might change they always have ways to maintain their special connection. “In a context perfect for the understanding of elementary-aged children, award-winning author and acclaimed literary critic Pat Mora sheds light on the everyday experiences of a family member living with dementia. In My Singing Nana Mora eloquently demonstrates that, despite the hefty toll this devastating disease can take, grandchildren and children alike can still enjoy meaningful and heartfelt relationships with those affected.” —San Francisco Book Review

Download or read book Marrying the Captain written by Carla Kelly and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2008-12-25 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An independent woman is drawn to a handsome naval captain—sent by her controlling father—in this delightful Regency romance. Ever since her father tried to sell her as a mistress to the highest bidder, Eleanor “Nana” Massie has prized her independence above all else—even if it means living in poverty. But her world changes overnight when Captain Oliver Worthy shows up at her struggling inn. Despite herself, Nana is intrigued by her beguiling gentleman guest . . . Oliver planned to stay in Plymouth only long enough to report back to Lord Ratliffe—about Nana. But he soon senses that Lord Ratliffe is up to something, and Oliver will do anything to keep this courageous, beautiful woman safe. He’d even go so far as to marry her!

Download or read book Jack and the Powerful Seven written by Trina C. Bryer and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: JACK BEAN was an adventurous kid with quick wit and a seemingly fearless attitude. Things take a turn for the worst when this sometimes bossy yet mischievous kid and his friends Jamie and Matt make a dangerous decision at the infamous Great Museum. In the small town of Ellerehc, the Great Museum is all the rave, but what happens on that fateful night inevitably changes the course of Jack's life forever. Years later, the choices he and his wife Mercy made while attending The University of Doomsburg, end up having an adverse effect on their future, and the future of their seven children: thirteen-year-old Mia, eleven-year-old Mitchell, eight-and-a-half-year-old Matthew, seven-year-old Halley, six-year-old identical twins David and Andrew, and four-year-old little Mary. The Beans weren't very wealthy but found richness in having a loving family. When Mercy's wicked sister Pigadamus and her family come to stay with the Beans, the esteem of the entire family is hit hard. With the Beans eldest daughter being much like her soft-hearted mother, the kids finally reached their breaking point. While being equipped with special and amazing powers, Mia and the rest of the Bean clan feel the need to turn away from their parents teachings to be passive citizens in the town where Betty Evilly and her family rule. When Mia's arch-nemesis Betty discovers a secret buried deep within the Nimba Mountains of Liberia, more havoc and adventure quickly ensues. The kids overwhelming desire to use their extraordinary powers against their enemies lead them into a world of fantasy, intrigue, and danger; a world known as Dreamecca where the impossible becomes possible. With the evil King Logicome in their way, the kids only hope of survival is to combine their strengths and get a little help from their newfound friends in this magical land.

Download or read book Fatal Circle written by Linda Robertson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Destiny sucks. . . . There was a time when Persephone Alcmedi thought her life was hard to manage, what with wondering how to make sure she took adequate care of both her grandmother and her foster daughter, Beverley, whether she’d end up in the unwanted position of high priestess of a coven, and whether her wærewolf lover, Johnny, would resist the groupies who hang around his band Lycanthropia. But that was before the fairies started demanding that Seph’s frightening, unpredictable ally—the ancient vampire Menessos— be destroyed . . . or the world will suffer. Seph and Menessos are magically bonded, but that’s a secret she dares not reveal to her fellow witches lest they be forced to reject her and forbid her use of magic. And, despite the strain this casts on her relationship with Johnny, as a showdown with the fairies nears, she and Menessos badly need the wærewolves as allies. Life, death, and love are all on the line, but when destiny is calling, it doesn’t help to turn away. With the individual threads of their fates twisted inextricably together, can Seph, Johnny, and Menessos keep the world safe from fairy vengeance?

Download or read book Drew written by T. Cooper and published by Akashic Books. This book was released on 2014-01-13 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First in the “imaginative” series—“a moving story about gender, identity, friendship, bravery, rebellion vs. conformity, and thinking outside the box” (School Library Journal). Changers Book One: Drew opens on the eve of Ethan Miller’s freshman year of high school in a brand-new town. He’s finally sporting a haircut he doesn’t hate, has grown two inches since middle school, and can’t wait to try out for the soccer team. At last, everything is looking up in life. Until the next morning. When Ethan awakens as a girl. Ethan is a Changer, a little-known, ancient race of humans who live out each of their four years of high school as a different person. After graduation, Changers choose which version of themselves they will be forever—and no, they cannot go back to who they were before the changes began. Ethan must now live as Drew Bohner—a petite blonde with an unfortunate last name—and navigate the treacherous waters of freshman year while also following the rules: Never tell anyone what you are. Never disobey the Changers Council. And never, ever fall in love with another Changer. Oh, and Drew also has to battle a creepy underground syndicate called “Abiders” (as well as the sadistic school queen bee). And she can’t even confide in her best friend, who can never know the real her, without risking both of their lives . . . Winner of the 2015 Westchester Fiction Award A New York Public Library Summer Reading Pick “A thought-provoking exploration of identity, gender, and sexuality . . . an excellent read for any teens questioning their sense of self.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Download or read book Unexpected Cowboy written by Debra Clopton and published by DCP Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Falling for the cowboy—or on him! Lucy Calvert came to Dew Drop to find a way to begin again—falling from the top of the barn into her gorgeous neighbor’s arms is not where she expected to be. Or wanted to be or needed to be…at least she didn’t think so. But her broken, burned heart went on a rampage for a few seconds before she slammed a lock on it and hauled herself out of his strong…comforting arms and raced toward her house. She has secrets she’s trying to live with and no place in her life to expose them to anyone…especially this unexpected cowboy. Rowdy McDermott had a plan—stay on the straight and narrow, help the foster boys on Sunrise Ranch and forget about love. The last thing he expects after his pretty new neighbor falls into his arms, locks gazes with his and his pulse kicks up like a stampede of wild horses. He’s so drawn to her but doesn’t need to be…not now, anyway. Lucy is glad Rowdy broke her fall, but she isn’t ready for the feelings he stirred instantly in her heart. She’s heard rumors about his past, and is steering clear of the kind of man he used to be. However, he and the boys from his ranch next door come to help tear out walls in her old home and while doing it, some of the walls she’s built around her heart and soul begin to chip away. With a little help from the foster boys, can Rowdy show Lucy that a man can change? Will he want to show her this when she reveals how deep her scars are… Can the loving people of Dew Drop, Texas help them see love can prevail through anything? What readers are saying: 5 Stars: Debra Clopton is at her usual height of expertise when she wrote the #2 in her series "Cowboys of Sunrise Ranch". She makes her reader feel as if s/he is seated in the bleachers watching the actions in the lives of her characters. Her writings are riveting, clean, morally edifying and FUNNY!!!!!!!! All the things I like in an author. Reviewer

Download or read book Single Dads Club The Complete Series written by Piper Rayne and published by Piper Rayne, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-08-16 with total page 818 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a small town called CLIMAX COVE lives a bunch of SINGLE DADS. THIS BOX SET INCLUDES: Jailbait (Single Dads Club #0.5) Who is Marcus Kent other than the first single dad to find his one true love? This is a prequel to Real Deal where Marcus first meets Caterina which spurred their enemies-to-lovers relationship six years before. Real Deal (Single Dads Club #1) She’s too young. She’s my client’s daughter. She’s my five-year old’s camp counselor. When we’re together all the complications fade away and I have to keep reminding myself, even if I can have her— I can’t keep her. Dirty Talker (Single Dads Club #2) She might say she can handle being friends-with-benefits, but I’m not sure she can. Unfortunately for her, I’m too selfish of a prick to care—until I do. Sexy Beast (Single Dads Club #3) There’s a list of reasons why I shouldn’t give into what I feel—she’s my best friend’s little sister, she’s seen me at my most vulnerable, and the biggest one—she’s the first person in eleven years who has the potential to break me. Sex Weeks (Single Dads Club #3.5) Get a glimpse into Charlie and Garrett’s life years after we left them. Now a family of five, they’ve waited the dreaded six weeks since their last blessing entered the world. Too bad nothing goes as planned when you have a house full of kids. PLUS a Halloween BONUS SCENE in DANE’S POV! But you get a snapshot to where all the single no more dads are now! "Piper Rayne completely blew me away.” ~ The Romance Bibliophile “ Ava and Dane are on fire together!! I mean I was sitting by the pool reading this beauty and I was getting hotter than just having the sun beating down on me!” ~ Amazon Reviewer " Piper Rayne is just awesome! These two authors have come up with a magical formula for marvelous books.” ~ Amazon Reviewer

Download or read book Unleashed written by Ethan Jones and published by Knightsville Books. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When anger’s unleashed… Assassin Tom Maverick thought he had left his troubled past behind. But a threat against his young son drags Tom back into the life he’d been trying to escape. He is forced to accept a contract, the assassination of a high-ranking Chinese politician hiding deep inside Iran. As Tom gets closer to his target, he realizes the assignment is not what it seems. Those he trusts have been paid to betray him. And those he loves die. Just when he thinks it can’t get worse, it does… But if they think they can corner him, they’re wrong. With his anger unleashed, how will Tom execute the contract, get out of Iran alive, and save his son? Find out in book two of Tom Maverick’s adrenaline-drenched series. Reviews ★★★★★ “I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It was action packed from the get go and provided tremendous on the edge of your seat action.” ★★★★★ “Don't mess with his family. A lesson Tom thought his enemies were learning… I read this book perched on the edge of my seat, madly flipping pages, desperate to discover what would happen next. And now that I finally know, I'm equally as desperate to discover what the future has in store for Tom Maverick.” ★★★★★ “Loved it! Full of twists and turns with lots of action. Ethan Jones is one of the best thriller writers today... you won't be disappointed!” The Tom Maverick Assassin Series International bestselling author Ethan Jones brings a fast-paced series that will leave you breathless and rooting for the bad guy. Check out the latest clean, clever and captivating book that will have you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. A novel that promises to deliver non-stop action and is as addicting as it is exciting. Click to experience Unleashed now.

Download or read book The Great Ice Cream Scheme written by Billy St. John and published by Pioneer Drama Service, Inc.. This book was released on 1996 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book What I Love about Nan written by Lotus Press and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-26 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This little book is a beautiful gift for Nan. It has fill in the blank lines to describe why your Nan is the greatest. Kids young and old can easily complete each line and produce this entirely unique gift that will Nan will treasure forever. With 25 prompts there are not too many to make it hard to fill out - just the right amount to show your love and appreciation, and maybe bring a tear to Nan's eye! This book is perfect as: Grandparents Day Gift Mother's Day Christmas or Birthday Gift This gift book will help your child express thankfulness and gratitude for Nan - a win for your child and an amazing gift for Nan that she will treasure forever.

Download or read book The Christmas Crush written by Noelle Douglas and published by Crooked Lane Books. This book was released on 2024-10-08 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A small-town baker and a career woman working for a cookie conglomerate get all mixed up in this Christmas rom-com, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Maggie Knox. Marketing executive Elena Voss’s newest assignment for Sparkle Cookie, a large cookie conglomerate, was meant to be a much-needed break from her toxic boss and the stressful city. She never expected to get into a public—and embarrassing—argument with a sexy baker in New Hope, Pennsylvania. But the townsfolk aren’t exactly thrilled about a corporate chain bakery coming in to ruin their small-town feel. Lawrence Higgins–and his dog Sugar–have been a beloved staple in New Hope for years. Their bakery specializes in cookies, but with Sparkle Cookie’s upcoming grand opening, he’s worried about rent spikes and stolen customers. Elena wants to write Lawrence off as an opponent she can crush, but his good looks and passion for baking make it difficult to stay professional. Elena and Lawrence immediately butt heads at a town hall meeting. When a cookie competition makes them join forces, sparks fly, and they find first impressions are often wrong. Can their blossoming connection survive the ensuing cookie war?