Teaching Young

Drawing from her experiences as an Indigenous scientist, botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer demonstrated how all living things—from strawberries and witch hazel to water lilies and lichen—provide us with gifts and lessons every day in her bestselling book Braiding Sweetgrass. Adapted for young adults by Monique Gray Smith, this new edition reinforces how wider ecological understanding stems from listening to the earth's oldest teachers: the plants around us.

The award-winning Kids Korps founders present parents with a fresh framework and the tools necessary to shape children into productive, well-adjusted, compassionate individuals. By focusing on the five Touchstones, they offer ways to surround their children with actions and messages designed to strengthen character, build self-esteem, and develop inner contentment.

Phonics instruction shouldn't end when students can decode short words. From an early age, they also need to be able to decode "big words"—words with multiple syllables (sound units) and morphemes (meaning units)—to read proficiently. The key is to teach them systematically and explicitly, in developmentally appropriate ways. That's where this audiobook comes in. Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer shares essential background on how language "works," provides a K-5 scope and sequence to guide practice, and offers abundant research-backed strategies that teachers can put into action immediately.

Once celebrated among London’s glittering elite, Lady Arabella Sinclair finds herself cast out, her reputation in tatters after a scandal she did not cause. With nowhere else to turn, she escapes to the wilds of Scotland, accepting the only post available to a woman of her fallen station: governess to the children of Callum MacLeod, the brooding laird of Glenbrae Castle. Glenbrae is a world apart—rugged, isolated, and governed by ancient feuds and whispered superstitions. Callum, a widower haunted by loss, is determined to keep his heart—and his family—safe from further sorrow. But ...

"The Young Maestro's Guide to Piano Teaching: Techniques for Ages 6-12" is an invaluable resource for piano teachers looking to inspire and nurture young musical talents. Drawing from years of experience, the author, Luna Kunis, provides a comprehensive and engaging approach to teaching children between the ages of 6 and 12. Filled with practical tips, creative exercises, and innovative teaching methods, this guide equips piano instructors with the tools they need to foster a love for music, develop technical skills, and cultivate a strong foundation in piano playing. From lesson planning ...

What if the goal of raising a Christian girl was about more than keeping her virginity intact? What if it was about raising a strong, independent young woman who knows who she is, uses her voice, and confidently steps into the life God has for her? From the authors of The Great Sex Rescue comes this evidence-based book grounded on surveys of over 28,000 women to offer moms a fresh, freeing, and biblically grounded message of sexuality and self-worth for their daughters that is less about the don'ts and more about the dos.

Be empowered and equip yourself with tools to live a full and fruitful life at any age with renowned Bible teacher and #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer. Everything is beautiful in its time. Life is a journey through beautiful and varied seasons, with a dynamic cadence and full of...

Do You Know What To Do When You Are Teaching In Front Of A Bunch Of Kids? Travelling the world is a lot of fun. And if you find a place you would like stay for a while, then teaching kids is the way to go. There is always someone, somewhere who needs a foreigner to teach English. And that is where you come in. But first up you do need to know a little bit about teaching. And that is where this book comes in. This book is an accumulation of my seven years of classroom teaching, face to face with kids from kindergarten to the end of primary school. This is what worked for me, and it has been ...

Are you worried that your teen sees the Bible as outdated or boring?In today’s screen-focused world, how can we ensure teens stay rooted in God’s wisdom?Imagine your teen finding strength in 10-minute, digestible Bible stories packed with meaningful lessons. This book bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern-day challenges, making biblical teachings accessible and engaging for today’s teens.

LEARN TO TEACH KIDS ESL Teaching kids is the way to go if you want to teach and travel. They are a ton of fun and they keep you fit. All this running around singing and dancing keeps you in trim. Anyway this little book will give you the basics' After going through the book, getting a few flashcards and a couple of props, like toys or puppets together you should be able to go into a classroom and teach a class like a pro, at least that is what anyone watching would think. There is nothing in the book about teaching theory, the book is only about doing it. The Beginning Prepare Your Voice ...

Young Entrepreneurs: A Kids Guide to Starting a Business Are you ready to turn your big ideas into reality? "Young Entrepreneurs: A Kids Guide to Starting a Business" is the ultimate guide for young dreamers eager to dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship. This inspiring book is packed with great information and practical tips that will help you launch your very own business from scratch. From writing a business plan, to marketing, customer service, overcoming challenges, donating and other resources for kids to thrive as CEO's. Discover how to brainstorm creative ideas, create a ...

¿Ha oído hablar de la crianza positiva? ¿Quiere aprender más al respecto? Incluso si no lo ha escuchado, no tiene de qué preocuparse porque Criar a niños pequeños: Una guía para usar la disciplina positiva y criar a niños con buena autoestima, con consejos para enseñarle a dormir solo, controlar los berrinches, y enseñarle a usar el baño, contiene toda la información necesaria. Este libro será su guía y proporcionará información útil sobre cómo criar a un niño pequeño utilizando la disciplina positiva.

These four bestselling writing and thesaurus guides, “The Writer’s Guide to Character Emotion,” “The Writer’s Guide to Character Expression,” “The Writer’s Guide to Vivid Settings and Characters,” and "The Writer's Guide to Characters, Plots, and Scenes" have been combined to create one remarkable single volume! This comprehensive edition contains over 600 pages of guidance to inspire your creative muse with descriptive ways to craft a riveting novel that instantly grabs a reader’s attention. Writers will get the essential skills needed to significantly enhance their ...

This book was previously published as “The Teaching Assistant’s Lesson” by Reba Bale. She’s about to learn a painful lesson – while everyone in her class watches! Spoiled college student Jenny missed the sign-up deadline for work-study jobs, so now she’s stuck with whatever jobs they have left. She figures she’s looking at a future wearing a hairnet and flipping burgers in the cafeteria, until her advisor tells her about a teaching assistant job with the notoriously stern Doctor Abrams. Dr. Abrams goes through teaching assistants like tissue, but Jenny is good at charming ...

Little Choices, Big Consequences is a story-driven book for boys aged 7–10 that teaches the power of respect, responsibility, and good decision-making. Through 10 engaging, real-world stories, young readers meet boys from different backgrounds facing challenges at home, school, sports, and in their communities. Each story shows how small choices—like telling the truth, keeping a promise, or helping someone in need—can lead to big consequences, both good and bad. This book is not just a storybook—it’s also a practical workbook. After every story, children will find reflection ...

Readers’ Favorite Five-Star Winner — Teachings of a Shaman — a heartwarming, award-winning coming-of-age tale bursting with adventure, humor, and magical realism. When Dwayne Rader gets caught stealing to support his heroin habit, a judge sends him to a drug treatment program in Arizona, but on his second day there, he's knocked unconscious and abandoned by his group in the middle of the desert! Rescued by Rising Water, a Diné (Navajo) shaman, Dwayne is pulled into a life of ritual, discipline, and ancient teachings he never imagined. Under Rising Water’s watchful eye, Dwayne ...

A humorous early chapter book for kids ages 6 and up. Christmas is just around the corner, and Albert is on a mission to find the perfect gifts for his friends. Albert gets off-track and focuses on himself instead. To make matters worse, Parker the Pickle has a trick up his evil sleeve, and is determined to ruin the holidays for everyone. Is Albert capable of finding the perfect presents for his friends, and at the same time, saving Christmas from this sour pickle? Join Albert on his action-packed adventure, including a merry ride on Santa's sleigh. With a little advice from Saint Nick, ...

Teenage life is a rollercoaster of new experiences, struggles, and challenges. No two days are ever the same. From upcoming tests to sports team try-outs and big games, challenging classes, raging hormones, issues with friends, and much more, being a teenager is not easy. New thoughts, new information, new feelings - how are they supposed to know what’s right from wrong?

Marguerite Young commented in an interview that she would not live long enough to write a book about writing. She was being modest since her magnum opus was in itself a masterclass in writing. Inside Miss MacIntosh, My Darling the writer will find examples of every literary device used in writing. Young also said that in a class for her degree the professor required them to read and analyze a book ten times. She read it ten more times than she would have liked but admitted it was a powerful tool to understanding the structure of a novel. It is up to the reader whether they would like to ...

From one of the world's foremost spiritual leaders, an inspiring book that provides young adults and their parents with a game plan for leading a better life. This inspiring, upbeat, life-affirming book shows teenagers and their families how to navigate through the moral minefields of...