Download or read book The Sharing Tree written by Sean Thompson and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-21 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Saving" The Giving Tree As part of my Bachelor of Education degree (over twenty years ago now!) we were asked to write a children's story. I chose to rewrite Shel Silverstein's classic, The Giving Tree, in a brighter light. I always felt this touching story was a little too sad. I also felt it missed the opportunity to impart an important perspective; the messages of stewardship and symbiosis, central to First Nations and Aboriginal cultures the world over. This is the message I hope this book can share with new generations of young people. As a Canadian of Metis heritage, I feel it is an important message. There are other parts of First Nations culture touched upon as well. I have taken literary license in their incorporation. Tobacco and smudging are sacred rites, and they are meant to show respect, just not necessarily in the way they are portrayed here. Flutes and love songs are also a part of many cultures as are canoes and the use of lodge poles. I hope this book can also act as a springboard for further study. This story offers a different perspective on the friendship that can exist between human (the boy Meekwun) and nature (as personified through the tree). Informed from the First Nations' perspective of stewardship over the Earth, this re-imagining is one that offers a view of interdependence and encourages young readers and adults alike to be more thoughtful in their interactions with our living home. It is meant to be read and enjoyed by individual readers and as a sharing opportunity for discussion between children and their care-givers, teachers, friends and classmates as they define their own relationship to our home. It has been particularly rewarding to use this book as a comparative literature study with my students over the years when read in contrast to Mr. Silverstein's book as well. Sean Thompson, 2020

Download or read book Sean of the South written by Sean Dietrich and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-11-30 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first volume of a collection of short stories by Sean Dietrich, a writer, humorist, and novelist, known for his commentary on life in the American South. His humor and short fiction appear in various publications throughout the Southeast.

Download or read book The Masseur written by J.M. MARTIN and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Sean S Super Surprise written by Sandra C Addis and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2016-11-23 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the beginning of the book, sixteen-year-old Sean discovers, by accident, that he can fly. Sean keeps his gift of flying a secret until he is caught with evidence. Many of his interests and accomplishments are a high IQ, best runner on the senior track team, enjoying the study of birds and their habitats, loving the beach, and having a great family and a girlfriend. ISWIT is his biggest problem until they discover Seans gift of flying. Sean is hired by the FBI with demands from ISWIT. Its a delightful story that youll want to read to the end with a super surprise.

Download or read book Sean Donovan written by Lori Wick and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sentenced to hang for his part in a bank robbery, Sean Donovan is saved from execution when Charlotte Cooper, owner of the livery, agrees to marry him

Download or read book In a Heartbeat written by Leigh Anne Tuohy and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 2010-07-13 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the first time, the remarkable couple depicted in The Blind Side tells their own deeply inspiring story First came the bestselling book, then the Oscar-nominated movie—the story of Michael Oher and the family who adopted him has become one of the most talked-about true stories of our time. But until now, Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy have never told this astonishing tale in their own way and with their own words. For Leigh Anne and Sean, it all begins with family. Leigh Anne, the daughter of a tough-as-nails U.S. Marshal, decided early on that her mission was to raise children who would become "cheerful givers." Sean, who grew up poor, believed that one day he could provide a home that would be "a place of miracles." Together, they raised two remarkable children—Collins and Sean Jr.—who shared their deep Christian faith and their commitment to making a difference. And then one day Leigh Anne met a homeless African-American boy named Michael and decided that her family could be his. She and her husband taught Michael what this book teaches all of us: Everyone has a blind side, but a loving heart always sees a path toward true charity. Michael Oher's improbable transformation could never have happened if Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy had not opened their hearts to him. In this compelling, funny, and profoundly inspiring book, In a Heartbeat, the Tuohys take us on an extraordinary journey of faith and love—and teach us unforgettable lessons about the power of giving.

Download or read book Live Like Sean written by TJ Nelligan and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2021-01-19 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When my son Sean was born with special needs, his mother and I were told he would never be “normal” and we mourned for the life we had imagined for him. We thought we would have to be his teacher and protector, more so than the typical child. However, we quickly learned that lessons can come from the most unlikely places and that our world would be changed for the better in ways we could have never envisioned. . . all because of Sean. Before he died on Father’s Day 2019, Sean taught me valuable life lessons that only became more pronounced upon his passing. He taught me how to build strong, authentic relationships. He taught me how to live in the moment. He taught me how to feel gratitude. Mostly, he taught me how to live like Sean, and these lessons are his legacy.

Download or read book Sean written by Victoria Pinder and published by Love in a Book. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sean hates Gigi. She hated what she did to him years ago too. Now he’s her boss. Why would a billionaire buy a local school? If she quits, she can’t take her class to Paris. If she stays, she’s sure he’ll see her as the one that broke both their hearts. Near him though, she still aches for what might have been. And his kisses burn through her. She’s not ready to fall in love though. Not with Sean. But what happened in the end was unexpected. Get it now and find out if happily-ever-after is possible.

Download or read book Fire in the Heart written by Hailey Turner and published by Hailey Turner. This book was released on 2019-08-13 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A marriage forged in battle. Alexei Dvorkin has come a long way since being turned into a metahuman, and all he wants to do is marry the man he loves. A wedding is easy, but it’s the honeymoon where his and Sean’s past unexpectedly catches up with them. All Sean Delaney wanted was a romantic honeymoon with his new husband. When he and Alexei stumble into a fellow operative’s mission on a luxury gambling resort island, they get more than they bargained for in their newly-minted civilian lives. Forced to choose between staying and joining the mission or leaving to stay safe and postpone their honeymoon, Alexei and Sean make the only decision they can—to fight. Fire in the Heart is a companion novella to the Metahuman Files series, an M/M military science fiction fantasy series full of found family themes and spicy romance for fans of Vicious by VE Schwab and Marvel’s X-Men and Avengers. It is best enjoyed after New Horizons and before In the Solace.

Download or read book Engaging in Narrative Inquiries with Children and Youth written by Jean Clandinin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-03-24 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned scholar and founder of the practice of narrative inquiry, D. Jean Clandinin, and her coauthors provide researchers with the theoretical underpinnings and processes for conducting narrative inquiry with children and youth. Exploring the unique ability of narratives to elucidate the worldview of research subjects, the authors highlight the unique steps and issues of working with these special populations. The authors address key ethical issues of anonymity and confidentiality, the relational issues of co-composing field and research texts with subjects, and working within the familial contexts of children and youth; include numerous examples from the authors’ studies and others – many from indigenous communities-- to show narrative inquiry in action; should be invaluable to researchers in education, family relations, child development, and children’s health and services.

Download or read book Tide written by Brian Beacom and published by Black & White Publishing. This book was released on 2013-02-21 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sarah Midnight is no ordinary teenager. She is a demon hunter, caught up in one of the deadliest wars unknown to man. Orphaned at the age of sixteen, Sarah learned the family trade of hunting without her parents to guide her but under the watchful eye of her 'cousin', who was revealed to be Sean Hannay, no relative at all, but a dear friend of the real Harry Midnight. Now, in the exciting sequel to Dreams, the fight continues. Sarah and Sean may have defeated the Scottish Valaya, but the rest of the war still rages on, and Sarah, Sean, Nicholas and their companions must unearth the identity and location of the Enemy - the leader of the demons - before the world plunges into the Time of Demons once more. Their quest leads them to Sarah's family home, the Midnight mansion in Islay, and there they discover horrible truths about the demon ruler, his plans, and Sarah's own personal history. Along the way, Sarah must battle not only the demons but her hurt toward Sean and her feelings for the enigmatic Nicholas, who has plans of his own.

Download or read book Enduring Questions written by David Bloome and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-11-28 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This accessible guide to Jewish children’s literature explores many of the enduring questions of the Jewish tradition: What is Jewish history? What are love, wisdom, humor, ritual, evil, and justice? Jewish children’s literature matters for all children, and with this practical guide parents and teachers will be empowered to choose and discuss books and stories with Jewish or non-Jewish children. Jewish children’s literature is often absent in school classrooms and when it is available, it presents a picture to children of Jews as victims. Enduring Questions provides teachers with guidance in the use of Jewish children’s literature in the preschool and elementary school classroom. Enduring Questions includes extensive bibliographies of Jewish children’s literature, digital resources for teachers, and suggestions for further reading. With summaries of suggested books and texts, honest recommendations from teachers who have used these texts in the classroom, and practical curricular connections, this comprehensive book is suited for those looking for an introduction to teaching Jewish children's literature and those familiar with it. The book provides a framework about the use of Jewish children’s literature as an opportunity for all children, both Jewish and non-Jewish, to be philosophers and engage in dialog and debate. The enduring questions thoughtfully explored through Jewish literature are important for all students growing up in a diverse multicultural world.

Download or read book Dawn Light written by Harvey L. Nowland, Jr. and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2010-04-02 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the first accounting of Sean OConnells life, Dawn Light: On the Chesapeake, he journeys from Dublin, Ireland to the New World to become owner of his familys manor, Dawn Light. Facing an attempt on his life, intrigue, and deception he struggles with Colonial culture and the brutality of slavery. Nevertheless, God provides Sean with true friendships and the love of Julia Wells. In the second novel, Dark Shadows at Dawn Light, Sean and Julia marry. However, their dreams begin to unravel as unexpected tragedy and dark shadows begin to fall at Dawn Light. God, in His wisdom, allows us only imagined glimpses of the future. And now, Sean must begin anew and he finds himself beyond the pale

Download or read book What s the Buzz written by Mark Le Messurier and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2011-03-28 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some children and young adolescents find it much harder to learn and flexibly use social skills. They can struggle with making friends, joining in, reading others' feelings, bouncing back constructively following an upset, coping with put-downs or just dealing appropriately with day to day frustrations. "What's the Buzz?" is an easy-to-implement, 16 lesson play-based social skills training program that will improve student confidence, relationships and reduce conflict. Written for teachers who support children and adolescents who may struggle with life for a variety of reasons, this book will help them to: expand their socialisation skills, for example, 'how-to' meet people and be friendly, gain attention in positive ways, follow instructions, give compliments and maintain conversations; understand their feelings and develop an emotional resiliency to better cope with the inevitable emotional highs and lows life offers; learn 'how-to' read the feelings of others and appropriately respond to their needs; value positive thinking, for example, how-to stay calm under pressure, deal with worry, handle disappointment and best respond to put-downs and bullying; and, participate in play-based activities and games, so that they acquire skills incidentally. Designed for use in schools by teachers, school counsellors, special needs co-ordinators, teaching assistants, parents and allied health professionals, the role plays, games and team building activities presented in each lesson will help to build class unity and cohesion, whilst the template format allows students to experience success, feel confident and be ready to develop more complex skills.

Download or read book Mistress to her Husband written by Penny Jordan and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kate arrives for a regular day at the office--only to get a major shock! The new managing director is none other than her ex-husband! Billionaire businessman Sean Howard is still smarting because his marriage to Kate ended. But when he sees her again he realizes their mutual physical attraction can be re-ignited with just one touch.... Soon Kate's not just sleeping with the boss--she's become mistress to her husband!

Download or read book Not Stupid written by Anna Kennedy and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2009-04-06 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Anna and Sean Kennedy discovered that one of their sons had asperger's syndrome and that their other son was autistic, they were truly devastated - but their family's troubles were just the beginning.Turned away by no fewer than 26 special needs schools when searching for appropriate educational facilities for their boys, Anna and Sean were down - but not out. Anna was determined to prove that for children like their sons, the challenges of growing up with autism - to demonstrate to the world that they were simply Not Stupid - did not have to end in defeat. Through sheer guts and determination, they turned their situation into a victory by establishing a centre of excellence for the care and support of those with autism. With more than half a million people in Britain affected by autism, it is little wonder that their school quickly became over-subscribed - proof that educational provision in this field is inadequate in the United Kingdom today, and proof also that it is still possible to transform a vision into reality through simply not giving up. Anna's story, and that of her ever-improving sons, is a beacon of inspiration for parents of special needs children all over the country. Not Stupid offers a readers a rollercoaster of emotions but most of all it offers a real sense of hope for those whose lives are affected by autism.

Download or read book The Language of Stars written by OJ LEIGH and published by OJ LEIGH. This book was released on 2023-09-10 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world where the night sky holds more than just its twinkling beauty, "The Language of Stars" weaves a captivating tale of destiny, love, and the power of belief. Here, the alignment of stars is not a mere spectacle but a profound force that determines the course of one's life. In this extraordinary realm, an astronomy enthusiast and a skeptical astrologer find themselves entangled in a web of fate, drawn together by a connection they cannot explain. Meet our protagonist, an ardent lover of celestial wonders, who spends nights gazing at the stars and decoding their secrets. This astronomy enthusiast cherishes the knowledge of the universe and revels in the scientific precision it offers, finding solace in the laws that govern the cosmos. On the other side of the celestial spectrum stands the skeptical astrologer, a person who scoffs at the idea of destiny being dictated by the positioning of the stars. This individual relies on reason, dismissing the notion that the universe can dictate human connections and affection. Despite their opposing beliefs, a chance encounter brings these two souls together, and as if guided by some cosmic force, they feel an unexplainable pull toward each other. As they embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind the stars and the ancient belief of soulmates, they are thrust into a world of enchantment and mystery. Their quest takes them through hidden observatories, ancient legends, and practitioners of celestial magic. Along the way, they find themselves questioning their beliefs and embracing the possibility that there may be more to the universe than they ever imagined. "The Language of Stars" is a tale of exploration, not only of the night sky but also of the depths of the human heart. As they stargaze together, sharing dreams and fears, their friendship blossoms into something extraordinary, defying the boundaries of their opposing ideologies. But their path is not without obstacles, for there are those who seek to protect the status quo, keeping the truth about the stars hidden from the world. As they push forward, they must confront their own doubts, face adversaries, and challenge the very foundations of the belief system that has shaped their society for generations. In this extraordinary journey of self-discovery, friendship, and love, our protagonists will unlock the secrets of an ancient prophecy and rewrite the very fabric of their destinies. As they dare to question the stars themselves, they discover a love that transcends the limits of the heavens, proving that sometimes, the true language of stars is written not in their positions but in the beating of two hearts drawn together by an inexplicable cosmic force. Join them on this remarkable odyssey and immerse yourself in a world where the skies hold more than just wonder, they hold the key to rewriting their own tale of love and destiny.