Within the innermost part of Little Ms. Monda's well-being, feelings of doubt and failure set in. But the stakes are raised when Little Ms. Monda is forced to choose between self-love and loyalty to her family and friends, and pursuing her life with self-worth and value, and recognizing the hurts and issues of other people's opinions.

There is only one known planet Earth with many living and nonliving communities depending on it for their existence. Humans are just a small fraction in a big network we call the web of life. This is home to amazingly diverse and mixed forms of life, shaping an ecological community we understand as the planet Earth. Like other members of this web of life, humans have certain responsibilities to contribute to the sustainable working conditions of these...

During a "show and tell" presentation by one of their classmates, two children hear about a trip to a space camp. They learn about budgets and how to manage with what they have. There is a teaching on the merits of forgiveness and how to accept forgiveness and learn humility when they make a mistake. They learn that if they want to buy something, they need to earn the money. Working with their extended families, they gain insights about rocket building...

“Managing through Strength-Based Interventions” continues to search for solutions to the emotional pain that is present in our children and in the youths' daily life. When in search of practical steps to apply to present problems, it is important to address aspects that can cause a huge change in the lives of many in our community. The author draws from years of personal, one-on-one experiences in the field of helping children, youths, and families....

What is at stake in compromising the Enlightenment ideals of a liberal education with new educational policies engendered by a neo-liberalized, global marketplace? Richly grounding his arguments in the social philosophy of European and American intellectuals, Raphael Sassower explores Western culture's long-standing ambivalence toward 'the life of the mind.' He shows how and why this historical legacy contributes to today's confusion over goals and...

Great and wonderful lessons were learned by our family and everyone in the neighborhood as we were constantly on the move. Our family remained close-knit and adjusted smoothly to many uncomfortable situations. We remained stable and prosperous. Our climb to success and stability wasn't hampered by our circumstances. Moving and living in rental properties is much different than moving into a home that is being purchased. There are difficulties in...

“Be Careful” is a book full of illustrations that children can relate to. The simple words and repetition of words will allow even the youngest beginners to read this book. There is music and words in the book, so it can be read or sung. It illustrates the importance of what you hear, what you see, what you say, what you do, and where you go.

When I looked at Rosalia's face she was pale as a ghost. Her smile was gone and for a brief moment I thought her eyes looked 'dead.' This haunting image would stay with me for years. Eventually I came to understand why I had the haunting image of Rosalia. I had allowed my own unknown prejudice to show through and it targeted her. I condoned the prejudice message that said it was okay to treat Rosalia unworthy simply because she was different from...

They worked hard in school... ...and now you want to help with college. Have you considered the cost? If the answer is, "We'll figure it out when we get there," well, it may not end well for you or your student. To find a university or college that is a fit academically, socially, and emotionally, without breaking the bank, one must consider the best way to Buy College Better. You'll learn: • What colleges look for in a student • How...

High-quality teaching balances knowing, connecting, and applying core knowledge. This enables students to take ownership of their learning process. Using ten learning habits paired with practical tools and relevant templates, teachers can implement rigorous instruction in small and doable ways that drive student learning and create a lasting impact. Discover how to connect the dots between surface learning, deep learning, and transfer learning. This...