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72 symmetrical poems encapsulate the lives of historical characters, as revealed in the Bible. At the center of each 7-line poem lies a semi-colon, at which the person's life makes a turn for the better, or in some cases the worse, following an encounter with God. An hour-glass icon is repeated throughout the book. Scriptural references allow for further study, and questions at the end invite a response. In the Old Testament, meet Adam, Eve, Lucifer, Cain, Noah, Abraham, Melchizedek, Lot, Hagar, Rebekah, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Miriam, Joshua, Deborah, Gideon, Samson, Ruth, Hannah, Samuel, David, Mephibosheth, Elijah, Elisha, Cyrus, Esther, Job, Solomon, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Nehemiah, Ezekiel, Shadrach, Daniel, and Jonah. New Testament: Zechariiah, Mary, Joseph, Herod, Simeon & Anna, John the Baptist, Yeshua, Peter, Levi, Madman, a 12-year-old girl, .a boy who shared, Mary Magdalene, Zacchaeus, Nicodemus, a woman at the well, a cripple, a blind man, Mary & Martha, Judas, Pilate, Stephen, an Ethiopian, Paul, Dorcas, Cornelius, Barnabas, Lydia, a Philippian jailer, Timothy, Apollos, Felix, Onesimus, and John the beloved.. Here's the basic format for a "diamante" shaped poem: Line 1. nounL2. two or three word description, fact or eventL3. three verbs (ing words)L4. two amplifying words + semi-colon + 2 "shift" words L5. three verbs (ing words)L6. two or three words description or developmentL7. noun EXAMPLES (EACH POEM WOULD BE CENTERED ON THE PAGE FOR SYMMETRY): SolomonDavid's sonruling, wisdom-asking, proverb-writingtemple complete; turned to idolsexpanding, importing, harem-buildingkingdom splitapostate.................................................................Estherbeauty contestpurifiying, primping, pamperingcrowned queen; Haman's plot fasting, interceding, banquetingscepter extendedchampion................................................................CarpenterDavid's lineagelaw-abiding, agonizing, ponderingMary's state; divine assuranceshielding, marrying, refrainingearthly fatherJoseph.................................................................SaulTarsus tent-makerChrist-cursing, threatening, arrestingself-righteous Pharisee; struck blindsurrendering, corresponding, seafaringlight to the GentilesPaul...............................................................Lydiafrom Thyatiradyeing, buying, sellingpurple cloth; women at riverworshipping, welcoming, talkingfirst Europeanconvert................................................................

Growing up on the Isle of Wight (England) author Hazel Spire was captivated by songs and folklore about the sea. THE BALLAD OF CAPTAIN JACK SCURVY is dedicated to her grandfather, a stoker in the Royal Navy. It features the personalities, hazards, superstitions, and appeal of a life on the ocean wave, with the promise of finding buried treasure in true pirate tradition -- although the crew of the Mary Jane would more accurately be described as privateers or adventurers.

32 Party games that have stood the test of time, suitable for a range of ages and settings, from home to church to school. Inspired by the author's childhood in England, this book includes for each game: What you Need; How to Play; Origins; and Variations.

Readers who met the talented young Margaret Coda in Madame Archelon's Art Room Mysteries (as well as newcomers to the series) will enjoy the humorous and weird happenings in the music room of Coyote Creek Elementary. Again we journey through the school year, and up through the grade levels. While the kids help their teacher solve six mysteries, they also gain musical knowledge, skills, and insights that will enrich their lives and round out their education. Two pen-and-ink drawings by the author accompany each of the eight chapters - perfect for kids to color. "Hazel Spire has written unique short stories that take you on a musical journey through many countries and cultures. Along the way, she weave musical terms throughout the stories to give the reader an understanding of musicality while enjoying the mysteries that unfold. Her creativity keeps a reader wanting to read more to see what happens to the characters and how they maneuver through each experience. As a former music teacher, I can say that many of the events in this book are very realistic. You will enjoy Miss Coda's Music Room Mysteries." - Rosie Sweaney, retired K-12th grade Vocal./Instrumental Instructor, Sedan, Kansas. "Miss Coda's Music Room Mysteries is a charming story of the quirky, unpredictable, and often hilarious events that occur in the music classroom. A must read for all music teachers and their students!" - Marissa Rick, Music Teacher, Mill Street Elementary School, Lewisville, Texas.

My life on three continents - as a British firstborn daughter, sister, friend, cousin, wife, divorcee, traveler, mother, American, aunt, Christian, teacher, writer and grandmother. Island to Desert to Prairie in Seven Decades. Each section/era bears the title of a Beatles song: All Those Years Ago; I Want To Tell You; Ticket to Ride; Think For Yourself; With A Little Help From My Friends; Golden Slumbers; Eight Days a Week; Hello Goodbye; Long And Winding Road; Tomorrow Never Knows.

Catching the Trade Winds: Poetry of Time and Tide takes you on a voyage of discovery and delight. Here are sonnets, haiku, limericks, terza rima, blank verse and free verse, all embracing the beauty of words and life's changing scenes. The range of poetic forms, as well as tributes to Keats, Tennyson, Shakespeare, Ginsberg, and others make this book a handy resource for teachers of Language Arts at all levels. Even readers who have not enjoyed poetry before will be drawn in by the rhythms and sensory descriptions on a variety of subjects. The contents are divided into six sections: Youth and Childhood; Here and There; Arts and Letters;Poems of Loss; Poems of Faith; Time and Tide. This collection combines three chapbooks published over several years by Raemark Press.Individual poems were previously published in British and American magazines such as Quartos, Christian Poetry, Runnymede Arts Newsletter, Forces (Collin College), The Reading Room (TWU), Quilt World, and Mature Years. Many of the poems have won awards in regional (Southwest Writers, Kansas Voices) and national (Writers Digest, Byline) writing contests. They have also been performed at open mic venues in London, Texas and Kansas."Hazel seeks to amaze...she accomplishes with her deft arrow-words penned to the page." - Janice Rose, Author of MAGNOLIA MOON, TEXAS SAGE, North Texas Book Festival finalist."Her poetry is peppered with vivid images of seaside towns, island seasons, childhood, and aspects of her life in Texas. She strings words together in sequences and patterns an amateur dreams of." - Jillian A. Hutcheon, The Colony Times"Remarkable musicality.... Spire, a fine wordsmith, manages many poetic devices. These never seem forced, but work together with rhythm and tone to create a longing in the reader."- Nedra Rogers, Poet, Teacher, Kansas Voices judge."Poets Corner was honored to have Hazel as the guest host... a local favorite within poetry circles for more than a decade." - Kathy Steinkopf, Placid Press, Little Elm, TX

Fun, read-aloud stories for boys and girls to read with a parent or babysitter. Illustrated by the author with 2 pen-and-ink drawings per chapter, which kids may like to color. "Hazel brings many stories to life in her collection TALES TO READ BEFORE I SLEEP. This book requires you to use your imagination from beginning to end. From magical skates to hibernating tortoises, this book is perfect for a good night-time read! - Kayla Ford, Sedan Public Library, Kansas. "Join in the bedtime delight with whimsy and surprises and heart-warming tales of teddy bears, dolls, magic skates, hide-and-seek tortoises, a special robot, and more! With nine stories and fantastic illustrations sure to send your little ones to sleep with sweet dreams! - Jan Peck, author of WAY DOWN DEEP IN THE DEEP BLUE SEA and GIANT PEACH YODEL.