Creative Instruction

For a quarter century, more than a million readers and listeners—scribes and scribblers of all ages and abilities—have been inspired by Anne Lamott’s hilarious, big-hearted, homespun advice. Advice that begins with the simple words of wisdom passed down from Anne’s father—also a writer—in the iconic passage that gives the book its title.

You can learn to play music, no matter what you've been told about your musical talent or aptitude. With the right instruction and methods, learning to play music can be an endless source of joy and fulfillment. And learning to play music isn't just fun, it's also the ideal brain fitness activity. Dr. Turknett, a neurologist, self-taught multi-instrumentalist, and the founder of Brainjo and the Brainjo Method of instruction, distills the principles of learning to play music down into a set of universal "laws" that can be applied to any instrument.

El camino del artista nos enseña a crear con mayor libertad a través de la utilización consciente de una serie de herramientas que nos ayudarán a terminar con el bloqueo creativo. Su efecto es similar al yoga y la práctica constante de la escritura diaria -páginas matutinas-, los encuentros con el artista, el juego y una exhaustiva introspección guiada harán que modifiquemos nuestra conciencia y nos abramos a un nuevo horizonte imaginativo.

An inquiry into the creative process from philosophical, psychological, spiritual, and practical points of view, The Creative Path is a welcoming work on the creative process. Carolyn Schlam encourages the listener to embark upon his or her own journey of discovery, identity, and wonder through art. This inspirational book examines why we make art, and though it makes primary reference to visual art, The Creative Path will resonate with all creative practitioners, whatever their chosen discipline.

What if your child could understand calculus—not someday, but now? Welcome to Calculus for Kids: Unlocking Advanced Math for Gifted Minds—a groundbreaking guide that redefines what young learners can achieve when given the right tools, encouragement, and opportunity. Written by veteran educator and gifted education advocate James Roden, this book challenges the myth that calculus is only for high school seniors or college students and instead opens the door for younger, gifted learners to explore its beauty, power, and real-world relevance. Whether you’re a parent of a precocious ...

Readers' Favorite Award Winner! "Just Hit The Damn Ball! flies in the face of conventional golfing wisdom. When you stop worrying about the things you are doing wrong, you will become a better golfer! Reader's Favourite Review Have you ever hit a perfect shot? You have the ability. Do you take lessons every year but only see marginal (if any) improvement? Traditional golf instruction is obsessed with proper technique. An obsession with perfect form is the biggest roadblock to improvement for thousands of "average" golfers. How often do you stand over the ball thinking about keeping your ...

In Come as You Are, Emily Nagoski, PhD, revolutionized the way we think about women’s sexuality. Now, in Come Together, Nagoski takes on a fundamentally misunderstood subject: sex in long-term relationships. Most of us struggle at some point to maintain a sexual connection with our partner/s or spouse. And many of us are given not-very-good advice on what to do about it.

Relationship expert and bestselling author Tristan Taormino offers a bold new strategy for creating loving, lasting relationships. Drawing on in-depth interviews with over a hundred women and men, Opening Up explores the real-life benefits and challenges of all styles of open relationships - from partnered non-monogamy to solo polyamory. With her refreshingly down-to-earth style and sharp wit, Taormino offers solutions for making an open relationship work, including tips on dealing with jealousy, negotiating boundaries, finding community, parenting and time management.

Are you ready to bring your outdoor garden patio to the next level? Our homes are our sanctuary, but sometimes, that sanctuary needs an upgrade. Many of us struggle with boring patios or are not sure how to start our gardens. Figuring out what we want, planning to get there, and all the materials and time needed can seem very daunting. That’s where this handy guide comes in. With helpful illustrations and an abundance of information, this book will help you plan your space from start to finish. No more stress, hassle, or worry it’s time to turn your outdoor garden patio into the dream ...

How to Crochet a Warm and Cozy Blanket Revised and Updated Edition. Plus 8 Easy Crochet Blanket Patterns for Beginners The revised and updated version of How to Crochet a Warm and Cozy Blanket includes 8 updated crochet patterns, new revised instructions and more! Learn how to crochet a cozy blanket with guided instructions including the best stitches for crochet blankets, crochet techniques, guides, definitions, abbreviations, and much more! Includes 8 easy to crochet blanket patterns to make for your home in a variety of colors and styles. Information on crochet hooks, yarn, techniques, ...

Are you tired of waiting on inspiration to complete your songs? Are you not getting the response you hoped for from your songs? Is the songwriting process painful at times? Song Building will help you write songs faster and avoid getting stuck on second verses.

Have you ever tried using ChatGPT and felt like it didn’t really get what you wanted? You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault. The truth is, most people don’t know how to ask properly, and that turns an amazing tool into something frustrating. But what if you could learn how to ask the right way... using just one prompt? In this clear, practical, and essential book, Ismar Souza — author of more than 30 books on learning, productivity, and digital business — reveals the prompt model you can use for any task with ChatGPT. Yes, one single prompt that can generate texts, ideas,...

DIY Art Projects for the Un-Artist 10 Beautiful Creations from Recycled Objects – No Experience Needed! Have you ever wished you could make art but didn’t have the talent? Maybe you admire handmade gifts from crafty friends, but tell yourself, “I could never do that.” Think again. DIY Art Projects for the Un-Artist is your invitation to pick up a paintbrush, a glue gun—or even a bottle cap—and get creative without fear or fuss. This book is specifically designed for people who think they “can’t” make art. Spoiler alert: you absolutely can. "No art skills? No problem—...

Do you crochet? If so, then CROCHET SECRETS, an inspirational handbook is what you need! Get real solutions to the many not-so-great things that happen during your crochet journey. In other words… it gets you out of a RUT! The easy to apply solutions offers you the Crocheter: • Common mistakes to avoid that so many of us make while crafting a project. • Become even more inspired while finishing a project. • Learn ways to relax during your crochet time and • Gain an appreciation of the importance of instructions Little known fact…crochet as a needle art has been around for more ...

Unlocking Student Potential: Creative Strategies for Systematic and Explicit Instruction in the Elementary Classroom is a practical and inspiring resource for teachers who want to bring clarity, structure, and creativity into their daily lessons. Systematic and explicit instruction is one of the most effective ways to help young learners succeed, but it does not need to feel rigid or mechanical. This book shows you how to combine step-by-step teaching with engaging, imaginative strategies that keep students motivated while ensuring mastery. From setting clear learning objectives to ...

Awareness Sessions are simple, enjoyable group activities with revolutionary results. Easy-to-understand "games" design to bring people closer together and increase sensitivity, creativity, and awareness in positive and permanent ways. By playing these simple games, people have found the happiness and fulfillment of understanding themselves and others. This is not a book of essays. It is not philosophy. It is a carefully planned, detailed program of actions that you and your friends can begin immediately with practical and far-reaching rewards! You begin with such basic awareness “games...

The traditional path to becoming a skilled golfer is not working. Most every Junior golfer starts off with excitement, but the truth is this: Nine out of 10 beginner golfers end up quitting shortly after starting. Why? Beginner golfers are not provided with a fun, motivating plan to follow where they are immersed in an encouraging environment. The traditional introduction to the game is akin to putting a child alone in a school system with no progress checkpoints, curriculum to learn from, standards to strive for, or graduation. Juniors are taking lessons or practicing without a purpose. ...

Calling all crocheters – novices and seasoned veterans alike, are you ready to elevate your crochet game? If so, 'Seamless Crochet' is the resource you've been looking for! This comprehensive eBook is meticulously designed to serve both the purpose of a tutorial guide and a troubleshooter for any possible hitches you may encounter on your crochet journey. The book starts with an introduction to the various methods of joining in crochet, laying the groundwork of fundamental tools, materials, planning, and designing. It comprises a dedicated chapter explaining basic crochet terminology and ...

Sex Begins in the Kitchen shows couples everywhere how to bring more passion into their marriages. Best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman explains how sexual intimacy is an expression of the care a couple shows each other in all areas of life - in communicating, sharing thoughts and feelings, and even in helping out around the house. With insightful - and often hilarious - examples, Dr. Leman shows couples how to create new joy and excitement in their relationships and make their marriages more satisfying both emotionally and physically.

”Hello, World!” is the first line of text every robot ever prints when first being programmed. Just like that robot entering the world for the first time, we’re here to say “Hello, Scratch!” as we enter a whole new world of programming for children. Getting started with Scratch is not only a great way to get a taste for programming, but also the perfect stepping stone to get you or your child on the way to more complex languages like Python or Java. Learning programming languages can also lead down a variety of career paths for your future.