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Too Many Stones is the story of Evelyn Toraason. It begins in 1930 when Evelyn is a bright, promising eleven-year-old girl with the potential to go far beyond the poor, rural, but beautiful and almost spiritual Wisconsin coulee farm where she lives. The bond between Evelyn and her father, Olav, cannot quite fill the void created by her failing mother who continues to retreat within herself over several years. Evelyn's teacher and mentor, Miss Johnson,...
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Harry is in a hurry to catch the school bus. After he gets on to the bus, he realizes, "Oh no! I forgot my coat."
His mom told him not to, but he did. He starts to think what is going to happen throughout the day without it and how his mom is going to be mad. Harry goes through many emotions--surprised, scared, sad, and happy--all because he forgot his coat.
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"Raíces del Amor: Cultivando Valores en la Paternidad" es una obra inspiradora y profunda que se adentra en el universo de la crianza, explorando la importancia de cultivar valores sólidos en la crianza y nos lleva a reflexionar sobre la importancia de la comunicación abierta y empática. con padres e hijos, creando un ambiente de diálogo saludable donde se sientan seguros para expresar sus pensamientos, emociones y preguntas.Partiendo de la metáfora...
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In the enchanting pages of Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child: What It Actually Takes, a transformative journey unfolds-a journey that transcends traditional parenting and delves into the profound realm of emotional intelligence. This captivating guide navigates the intricate art of nurturing emotionally intelligent children, unveiling the depths of insight and wisdom required to guide young hearts and minds towards a future of resilience, empathy,...
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I wrote this as a tribute to my mother, a humble and gently unassuming housewife and mother who loved and understood everything about life and all of its great mysteries. Although Alzheimer's disease relentlessly and ruthlessly ravaged both her mind and body, her soul remained untouched and pure. This book chronicles her struggles, which certainly impacted the lives of everyone for both the better and the worse. In the end, though, her final lasting...
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Insights on Caring for Any Aging Parent• Timely guidance for the challenges• Encouragement for the journeyYou had plans for this time in your life, but now a parent needs care. It's a confusing, stressful, and exhausting time. But it can also be a time of remarkable spiritual growth. Loving Your Parents When They Can No Longer Love You helps you navigate your role as caregiver with God's grace and guidance. And it alerts you to the difficult issues...
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Kivuli Farley is an East African teen who has already suffered a tumultuous childhood when she arrives in America to meet the Roses who had been patrons and friends of her great-grandfather for four decades. Spirited and generous, Kivuli is anxious to learn more about her Maasai ancestor buried in Nevada before she was born. But the present journey proves to be as challenging as the past when she discovers a secret the old African had kept that led...
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In a world dominated by technology, "Parenting in the Digital Age" explores the challenges and opportunities that arise when raising children in the digital era. This book delves into the intricate balance between screen time and real-life experiences, offering practical advice on how to foster healthy relationships with technology while strengthening the parent-child bond. Drawing on the latest research and expert insights, it provides strategies...
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Powerful parenting strategies grounded in polyvagal theory to help you stay connected with your teen, reduce conflict, and set limits with love.
When it comes to your teen, do you feel like you're walking on eggshells? Do they lash out at you when you try to set limits, or stomp off to their room and slam the door at the slightest criticism? Welcome to the teen years! Emotions and hormones are running high, everything feels like a crisis, and you're...
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Are you confident that your parenting style is the perfect match for your family? Prepare to be captivated by "Parenting Styles: Finding the Right Approach for Your Family," an empowering guide that will take you on a profound exploration of your parenting journey, unveiling the secrets to discovering the most effective style tailored specifically to your family's distinctive dynamics.
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Are you struggling to navigate the daunting process of potty training? Do you feel confused by too many conflicting sources of potty training advice? Have you attempted potty training and ended up feeling frustrated and discouraged? You are not alone. Begin a Google search with "why is potty training…" and it autocompletes with:why is potty training so difficult?why is potty training so stressful?why is potty training so frustrating?why is potty...
12) Rescuing Our Sons: 8 Solutions to Our Crisis of Disaffected Teen Boys (A Psychologist's Roadmap)
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Parenting Teen Boys with Love and Confidence
"John is the real deal… He knows what kids are dealing with, what their struggles are, where their strengths lie, what they know, and what they need."-Giuliana Rancic, journalist, television personality, and infotainer
#1 New Release in Parenting Teenages, Parenting Boys, and Popular Adolescent Psychology
Dr. John Duffy; bestselling author of Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety, clinical psychologist,...
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These essays - moving, engaging, and deeply personal - explore the themes of family responsibility, growing up, and growing older. As the author, a divorced single mother beginning a new life and career in her forties, delves into the details of her own situation, she illuminates universal truths about what matters most: love, fulfillment, and the pain and necessity of huge change.These pieces about a woman in midlife struggling...
14) Baskets of Fruit
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Baskets of Fruit is a relatable collection of poems depicting moments in my life. My life has never been easy, but God has always been good. He gave me fruit to put in a basket to give you. Baskets of Fruit,Baskets of Fruit.One for meAnd one for you. Baskets of Fruit,Baskets of Fruit.I made it for you.To give to you.
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It is easy to find alarming statistics on escalating violence, addiction and economic inequality in developed countries and stubborn poverty in the third world. The fascinating question has to do with cause. New York Times #1 bestselling authors Richard and Linda Eyre's new book The Turning: Why the State of the Family Matters and What the World Can Do about It contends that the social and economic challenges faced not only in the United States, but...
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In The Beautiful Afternoon, award-winning poet and short-story writer Airini Beautrais plumbs history, literature, Star Wars, sea hags, beauty products, tarot, swimwear, environmentalism and pole dancing to deliver a virtuoso inquiry into how we become, and change, who we are.Beautrais surveys the many influences on her life, from Lord Byron and Dante to Dolly magazine and 90s R&B, with intense curiosity and a fierce intelligence. Whether saving the...
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Unlock the magic within you-it's time to turn self-doubt into self-love and become your biggest cheerleader. Dive into the heart of self-love with "How to Embrace Your Spark", the ultimate guide for teen girls to navigate the rollercoaster of growing up with confidence and self-assurance. Your teenage years can be tough, filled with challenges ranging from social pressures and body image issues to the complexities of relationships and search for...
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The way we communicate with our children has a direct impact on their development and well-being. Positive communication is an essential tool for parents who want to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for their children to grow and thrive. In this subchapter, we will explore the impact of positive communication on a child's development and provide practical strategies for parents to implement in their daily interactions with their children....
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This ebook delves into the enigmatic world of love and offers a unique blend of scientific research, and expert insights to unravel the mysteries of successful relationships. You will embark on a captivating journey through the intricate maze of romantic relationships, exploring the science, psychology and secrets behind the human heart's desire. Topics include the psychology of attraction, communication techniques, strategies for maintaining passion...
20) The perfume
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Dawn doesn't want to try the perfume because she doesn't like it's scent, or its name--Venom. But something inside her is forcing her to try it.
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