Böcker av Nancy Coolidge

From a young girl who cherishes her grandmother's old violin to a woman diagnosed with cancer, Lie Still takes you on an intimate journey through life with all its challenges, joys, disappointments and hopes. Ultimately, we see that victory lies in the way we take on life, the way we love others, the way we love ourselves. "e;The Heartless Words"e; examines the impact of alcoholism, "e;Transports"e; looks at a woman trying to escape a hopeless marriage, "e;Jack Harrington's Word"e; reveals the far-reaching effect of using the wrong word. All of Nancy Coolidge's stories and poems deal with the daunting task of letting go-whether it's love, friendship, dreams, or death.Lie Still is a perfect reminder that a life lived will contain sorrow as well as joy, hope as well as disappointment, success as well as failure. It is our reaction to the many facets of life that determine how we live and how we die. This book is written with humor, candor, and honesty. You won't be disappointed in the journey.

They are What We Teach is the culmination of over four decades of work with thousands of students and their families to help them achieve academic success using specific, step-by-step strategies that are easy to understand and easy to implement. Sure-fire tips for developing good study habits, effective parent involvement, communicating with the school, understanding and using individual learning styles, and eliminating fights over homework - all are presented in an easy-to-read and entertaining way that parents can quickly understand and easily utilize. Separate chapters on building confidence, maneuvering rewards and consequences, and some actual study techniques will guide you so you effectively teach and guide your own students. Whether you are just getting started with the adventure of child rearing or are knee-deep in the drama and trauma of middle schoolers, the strategies in this book will work for you and your children.