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Nibi is water = : Nibi aawon nbiish
Par Joanne Robertson. 2020
A board book about the importance of Nibi, which means water in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe), and our role to thank, respect,…
love, and protect it. Written from an Anishinaabe water protector's perspective, the book is in dual language--English and Anishinaabemowin. Babies and toddlers can follow Nibi as it rains and snows, splashes or rows, drips and sipsMuinji'j asks why: The story of the mi'kmaq and the shubenacadie residential school
Par Shanika Jayde MacEachern. 2022
An educational and heartfelt retelling of the story of the Mi'kmaq and their traditional lands, Mi'kma'ki, for young readers, focused…
on the generational traumas of the Indian Residential School System. "The story of the Mi'kmaw people is one that very few truly know, Ladybug. Even fewer understand what happened at the residential schools. It is a hard story to tell, but you must know the truth. Sit and I will tell you the story." When seven-year-old Muinji'j comes home from school one day, her Nana and Papa can tell right away that she's upset. Her teacher has been speaking about the residential schools. Unlike most of her fellow students, Muinji'j has always known about the residential schools. But what she doesn't understand is why the schools existed and why children would have died there. Nana and Papa take Muinji'j aside and tell her the whole story, from the beginning. They help her understand all of the decisions that were made for the Mi'kmaq, not with the Mi'kmaq, and how those decisions hurt her people. They tell her the story of her people before their traditional ways were made illegal, before they were separated and sent to reservations, before their words, their beliefs, and eventually, their children, were taken from them. A poignant, honest, and necessary book featuring brilliant artwork from Mi'kmaw artist Zeta Paul and words inspired by Muinji'j MacEachern's true story, Muinji'j Asks Why will inspire conversation, understanding, and allyship for readers of all agesA New Baby at Koko Bear's House
Par Vicki Lansky. 1987
In A NEW BABY AT KOKO BEAR'S HOUSE, a read-aloud story for young children and their parents, popular parenting author…
Vicki Lansky uses an adorable character, KoKo, the unisex little bear, to help them get ready for a new baby brother or sister. As KoKo learns about MaMa Bear's pregnancy and BeBe Bear's birth and homecoming, children will identify and share the experience. Here children learn what they can expect with the arrival of this new baby.The simple story, written especially for children from two-and-a-half to six years old, describes feelings--jealousy, displacement and sagging self-esteem--that children will come to understand are normal. Charming color illustrations by Jane Prince warmly convey the anticipation and apprehensions of an expanding family.Each page contains a separate box with helpful tips and suggestions for parents to read silently while they read aloud to their child. KoKo's story and the accompanying advice for parents together should help make a new baby's arrival a happy event for the entire family.A Handful of Quiet: Happiness in Four Pebbles
Par Thich Nhat Hanh. 2012
A Handful of Quiet presents one of the best known and most innovative meditation practices developed by Thich Nhat Hanh…
as part of the Plum Village community's practice with children. Pebble meditation is a playful and fun activity that parents and educators can do with their children to introduce them to meditation. It is designed to involve children in a hands-on and creative way that touches on their interconnection with nature. Practicing pebble meditation can help relieve stress, increase concentration, nourish gratitude, and can help children deal with difficult emotions. A Handful of Quiet is a concrete activity that parents and educators can introduce to children in school settings, in their local communities or at home, in a way that is meaningful and inviting. Any adult wishing to plant seeds of peace, relaxation, and awareness in children will find this unique meditation guide helpful. Children can also enjoy doing pebble meditation on their own.Beautiful color illustrations by Wietske Vriezen, illustrator of Planting Seeds (ISBN-13: 978-1-935209-80-5) and Mindful Movements (978-1-888375-79-4).Darling is a young reindoe who lives at the North Pole. When Santa is worried about all the planes in…
the air and whether or not they will see his reindeer and sleigh, Darling the Curly Tailed Reindoe comes to the rescue. Because of the sparkling pail that hangs from the curl in her tail, Darling joins Santa Claus and his reindeer as they fly through the sky on Christmas Eve. It's a night full of adventures for young Darling but the long night has a very happy ending. This delightful Christmas story is a follow-up to Daling the Curly Tailed Reindoe, the first in this series by author Cheryl Campbell. In her second book about this beloved character, the author provides a story that will have youngsters wide-eyed with anticipation as Darling has an adventurous Christmas Eve.Drama Kings
Par Dalma Heyn. 2005
In this field guide to twenty-first century dating, Dalma Heyn gives women the tools they need to find the partners…
they wantWhy are so many strong, vibrant women going out with men who sabotage their strength and vibrancy? In her third book, bestselling author and psychotherapist Dalma Heyn provides the roadmap to lovers she calls "drama kings," men who, still stuck in the man-centric culture of the twentieth century, are emotionally unavailable to these twenty-first century women. Drawing on first-person interviews and case stories of real relationships, Heyn helps women identify the men likely to derail relationships, confront their own expectations about love and relationships, and negotiate the minefields of today's dating world--so that they never again have to choose between having love and staying strong. This ebook features a new introduction by Dalma Heyn and an illustrated biography including rare photos from the author's personal collection.Dolley Madison
Par Catherine Allgor. 1975
First Lady of the United States and America's "Queen of Hearts," Dolley Madison fashioned an unofficial role for herself in…
the new administration of the United States, helping to answer the nation's need for ceremony and leaving footprints for centuries of presidential wives to follow. Assisting her husband, James Madison, she helped to promote national unity, modeling a political behavior that stressed civility and empathy. Together, their approach fueled bipartisanship in a country still assembling a political identity. About the Lives of American Women series: Selected and edited by renowned women’s historian Carol Berkin, these brief biographies are designed for use in undergraduate courses. Rather than a comprehensive approach, each biography focuses instead on a particular aspect of a women’s life that is emblematic of her time, or which made her a pivotal figure in the era. The emphasis is on a "good read," featuring accessible writing and compelling narratives, without sacrificing sound scholarship and academic integrity. Primary sources at the end of each biography reveal the subject’s perspective in her own words. Study questions and an annotated bibliography support the student reader.A Man Worth Waiting For: How to Avoid a Bozo
Par Jackie Kendall. 2008
So many men, but which one is worth the effort? And how do I know that waiting around for the…
"best" will actually pay off--that I'm not just letting the already shallow dating pool evaporate? Jackie Kendall believes that waiting will bring greater satisfaction. When you find the right man--a man like Boaz, found in the biblical book of Ruth--you'll be incredibly glad you didn't settle for one of your earlier options. But what will he be like, and how does a gal know that he is the right man, not just another bozo?Drawing on real-life stories that will have women laughing and crying in empathy, Jackie Kendall tells about the Mr. Wrongs she dates on her way to Mr. Right, what told her that her husband was "the one," and what she learned along the way. Women will learn how to avoid common dating pitfalls and how to know when they've met A MAN WORTH WAITING FOR.The Gift of Nothing (Little Brown Picture Books)
Par Patrick Mcdonnell. 2005
What can Mooch the cat give Earl the dog when Earl has everything? The answer, of course, is nothing. This…
simple picture book story features characters from McDonnell's popular comic strip, "Mutts." Illustrations.A Man Worth Waiting For: How to Avoid a Bozo
Par Jackie Kendall. 2008
So many men, but which one is worth the effort? And how do I know that waiting around for the…
"best" will actually pay off--that I'm not just letting the already shallow dating pool evaporate? Jackie Kendall believes that waiting will bring greater satisfaction. When you find the right man--a man like Boaz, found in the biblical book of Ruth--you'll be incredibly glad you didn't settle for one of your earlier options. But what will he be like, and how does a gal know that he is the right man, not just another bozo?Drawing on real-life stories that will have women laughing and crying in empathy, Jackie Kendall tells about the Mr. Wrongs she dates on her way to Mr. Right, what told her that her husband was "the one," and what she learned along the way. Women will learn how to avoid common dating pitfalls and how to know when they've met A MAN WORTH WAITING FOR.The Gift of Nothing
Par Patrick Mcdonnell. 2005
What can Mooch the cat give Earl the dog when Earl has everything? The answer, of course, is nothing. This…
simple picture book story features characters from McDonnell's popular comic strip, "Mutts." Illustrations.Me ... Jane
Par Patrick Mcdonnell. 2011
The "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Gift of Nothing" presents an inspiring story of the young Jane Goodall and…
her special childhood toy chimpanzee. With anecdotes taken directly from Goodall's autobiography, McDonnell makes this very true story accessible for the very young.Me . . . Jane
Par Patrick Mcdonnell, Emma Walton Hamilton. 2011
In his characteristic heartwarming style, Patrick McDonnell tells the story of the young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy…
chimpanzee named Jubilee. As the young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, she dreams of "a life living with and helping all animals," until one day she finds that her dream has come true. One of the world's most inspiring women, Dr. Jane Goodall is a renowned humanitarian, conservationist, animal activist, environmentalist, and United Nations Messenger of Peace. In 1977 she founded the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), a global nonprofit organization that empowers people to make a difference for all living things.With anecdotes taken directly from Jane Goodall's autobiography, McDonnell makes this very true story accessible for the very young--and young at heart. Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these. There is a scanned version of this book available at: https://www.bookshare.org/browse/book/527103/ While there are no images, there are image descriptions.Me . . . Jane
Par Patrick Mcdonnell, Emma Hamilton. 2011
In his characteristic heartwarming style, Patrick McDonnell tells the story of the young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy…
chimpanzee named Jubilee. As the young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, she dreams of "a life living with and helping all animals," until one day she finds that her dream has come true.One of the world's most inspiring women, Dr. Jane Goodall is a renowned humanitarian, conservationist, animal activist, environmentalist, and United Nations Messenger of Peace. In 1977 she founded the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), a global nonprofit organization that empowers people to make a difference for all living things.With anecdotes taken directly from Jane Goodall's autobiography, McDonnell makes this very true story accessible for the very young--and young at heart. Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. To explore further access options with us, please contact us through the Book Quality link on the right sidebar. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these. There is a scanned version of this book available at: https://www.bookshare.org/browse/book/527103/ While there are no images, there are image descriptions.Silent Observer (Awareness And Caring Ser.awareness & Caring - Sign Language)
Par Christy MacKinnon. 1993
Rendered in lovely, full-color illustrations, Silent Observer traces the early life of author Christy MacKinnon in Nova Scotia at the…
turn of the century. Born in 1889, the author lost her hearing from “the Winter fever” at the age of two. Her story tells of a simple, charming life on her family’s farm by the bay and in the schoolhouse where her father taught her in their hometown of Boisdale. Silent Observer is an affectionate, poignant memoir of childhood as seen through the eyes of a vivacious young girl. Teachers, parents, and children will share in their enjoyment of this beautiful, sensitive story of a harder but wonderful time that has passed.Heroes, Horses, and Harvest Moons Illustrated Reader: A Cornucopia Of Best-loved Poems (A Cornucopia of Best-Loved Poems #0)
Par Jim Weiss, Crystal Cregge. 2018
Releasing in time for Father's Day, Made With Dad features fifty unique, fabulous projects for fathers to make with their…
children. Projects include everything from samurai swords to pocket-size dolls, wizard wands to paper zoos. All projects can made from affordable, easy-to-find items--often regular household ones already owned. Full-color photographs, line drawings, and detailed instructions provide an easy, visually lush, and family--friendly manual. This is a book for fun and bonding, one boys, girls, and adults will enjoy. It will allow families to create objects to play with everyday or display in their rooms, and to create memories that will last a lifetime.Lights! Camera! Alice!: The Thrilling True Adventures of the First Woman Filmmaker
Par Mara Rockliff, Simona Ciraolo. 2018
Meet Alice Guy-Blaché. She made movies—some of the very first movies, and some of the most exciting! Blow up a…
pirate ship? Why not? Crawl into a tiger's cage? Of course! Leap off a bridge onto a real speeding train? It will be easy! Driven by her passion for storytelling, Alice saw a potential for film that others had not seen before, allowing her to develop new narratives, new camera angles, new techniques, and to surprise her audiences again and again. With daring and vision, Alice Guy-Blaché introduced the world to a thrilling frontier of imagination and adventure, and became one of filmmaking's first and greatest innovators. Mara Rockliff tells the story of a girl who grew up loving stories and became an acclaimed storyteller and an inspiration in her own right.Leave It to Abigail!: The Revolutionary Life of Abigail Adams
Par Barb Rosenstock. 2020
In this inspiring tribute, award-winning author Barb Rosenstock and New York Times bestselling artist Elizabeth Baddeley tell the true story…
of one of America's greatest founding mothers: Abigail Adams.Everyone knew Abigail was different.Instead of keeping quiet, she blurted out questions. Instead of settling down with a wealthy minister, she married a poor country lawyer named John Adams. Instead of running from the Revolutionary War, she managed a farm and fed hungry soldiers. Instead of leaving the governing to men, she insisted they "Remember the Ladies." Instead of fearing Europe's kings and queens, she boldly crossed the sea to represent her new country. And when John become President of the United States, Abigail became First Lady, and a powerful advisor.Leave it to Abigail--an extraordinary woman who surprised the world.Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Big Words)
Par Doreen Rappaport. 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is a trailblazer. A fighter. And a public servant who has dedicated her life to the pursuit…
of equality.When Ruth was a young girl, her mother encouraged her to read, be independent, and stand up for what she thought was right. Ruth graduated first in her class at Cornell University and tied for top of her graduating class at Columbia Law School. But she faced prejudice as both a woman and a Jew, making it difficult to get a job. Ruth eventually found work as a law clerk, and her determination, diligence, and skill led to a distinguished career as a lawyer. In 1993, she became the second woman ever appointed to the United States Supreme Court. As a Supreme Court justice, Ruth has inspired fierce admiration and faced fervent opposition for her judgments in high-profile cases, many of which have involved discrimination. She has been lauded for her sharp wit and boldness, even when her opinions differ from that of the majority.As a student, teacher, lawyer, and judge, Ruth often experienced unfair treatment. But she persisted, becoming a cultural icon, championing equality in pay and opportunity. Her brilliant mind, compelling arguments, and staunch commitment to truth and justice have convinced many to stand with her, and her fight continues to this day.This installment of the award-winning Big Words series brings a legendary figure into focus with Doreen Rappaport's incisive prose combined with Ruth's own words. Eric Velasquez's dynamic illustrations infuse every scene with life in a moving tribute that will inspire young justice seekers everywhere.