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The OWL Project is a programme of activities to enable anybody working with primary school age children to help them to develop essential skills for social and emotional wellbeing through nature and gardening activities.If you want to get children outdoors but don't know where to start, this book is for you. With step-by-step plans, this unique book gives you the tools you need to support children in the natural environment no matter how small your outside space or budget.The session plans include games, gardening activities, social skills starters, and resource suggestions. It is designed to be easy to read and even easier to implement and offers ideas for every season.

Being Me tells the heartfelt story of one child finding the courage to align their outward appearance with their inner gender identity. This inclusive book provides all children space to feel comfortable in their own skin, seen for who they are. Told from a young narrator's perspective, this compassionate tale gives voice to an experience now at the forefront of headlines and policy debates. Being Me brings understanding around transgender and nonbinary identities, addressing the unique challenges these children face amidst the swirling conversations. While introducing new concepts and identities which may seem unfamiliar to some, ultimately Being Me champions the universality of every child deserving equality, acceptance and the freedom to chart their own course surrounded by loving support. By turning compassion into action, we can build a more inclusive world for children of all gender expressions.

Leeches. You know them as vampires, they seem to be normal people. Except the fact that they have ivory skin and blood red eyes. They try to hide in the normal world, but people like me, we can tell the difference. I'm a hunter, one of many. We're all over the world. Right now, they're looking for something, something that would destroy the human population withing days. I must stop them. I must save the human race. Even if it's the last thing I do.

The Adventures of Treacle: The First Day Out is an enchanting rhyming story that captivates both young independent readers and those who love a good bedtime tale. Join the mischievous little rabbit, Treacle, on his unexpected adventure as he finds himself outside his hutch and exploring the world beyond the fence. As Treacle encounters various new friends, young readers are invited to discover the outside world alongside him, experiencing the thrill and excitement of new adventures. Beautiful illustrations bring the story to life, encouraging children to guess who Treacle might meet next on his journey. This story is not just about exploration; it's a tale of laughter, friendship, and the joys of playtime. As Treacle ventures further from the safety of his home, he learns valuable lessons about companionship and fun. The suspense builds as the day draws to a close, leaving readers wondering: will Treacle return to his hutch, or will his newfound friendships persuade him to stay? While not explicitly mentioned in the narrative, there's an additional delightful challenge for young readers: can they spot the items that the hare drops during their adventure? The Adventures of Treacle: The First Day Out is a delightful read that combines fun, friendship, and a hint of mystery, sure to be treasured by children and adults alike.

In the wake of a scandalous string of affairs, a double homicide shatters the peace of an elite secondary school, reigniting interest in an earlier crime that had slipped into the shadows, nearly forgotten.The narrative threads through the life of a man whose daily routine is steeped in the perilous world of arms and drug trafficking, spanning cities with a global reach. His operations cleverly evade legal capture by manipulating racial prejudices, using a black man as a decoy to slip contraband past unsuspecting eyes.Unknown to each other, three women are entwined with the same man, their overlapping relationships hidden until a shocking revelation exposes the complex web of deceit. The ensuing chaos that envelops the philandering protagonist is a fierce storm only scorned lovers can unleash.Amidst the chaos, the true casualties are three innocent boys, swept up in the wake of their elders' actions. As the story unravels, it is their futures that hang in the balance, awaiting the restoration of law, order, and sensibility.

In this colourful alphabet book, intrepid explorer Erik-son joyfully befriends all the dinosaurs - from mighty T-Rexes to cheerful Ceratopsians - on an adventure to unite the feuding prehistoric beasts into one friendly, fun-loving dino family. Follow along in rhyme while Erik-son leads misunderstood Velociraptors, shy Brontosauruses, grumpy Stegosauruses and all the marvellous ABC dinosaurs on a quest to appreciate each other's differences, forge new friendships, and learn that when dinosaur play nice together, there's fun enough for all! Bursting with vibrant scenes of laughing, stomping, chomping dinosaurs, ABC Dinosaurs joyfully shows how understanding and positivity can bring even the most unlikely friends together.

A little girl's transformation through a walk in the woods opens a glimpse into nature's gifts of excitement, peacefulness, and joy. Ava often feels that everyone else knows what they are supposed to be doing except her! She feels alone and doesn't fit in with her classmates. One day she looks for a heron by the stream. Will Ava find the heron and understand the heron's message?The Heron's Message helps children relish observing and being outdoors. It offers a doorway into contentment and connection to nature's creatures. Ava's journey to find the heron releases something deep within herself. Will the heron help her discover her passion and purpose? Will Ava's journey to the stream to see the heron change her life forever?

Mack the Mouse is a sad field mouse. Each night before he goes to sleep, he sings a song that tells how he wishes he had a home where he could be safe and warm, especially in the winter. But alas, each morning there still was no place for him. One day, with nothing better to do, he follows Ryne and Carene as the children go to Farmer Chapman's orchard. Farmer Chapman has a special box, and the children hear him singing about all the interesting things that are in his box. Naturally, they want to know what is in the box and, disobeying Farmer Chapman not to open the box, they lose the key when it falls through a crack in Farmer Chapman's cabin.Mack was chased by a cat and found safety under Farmer Chapman's cabin. He wants to help the children, but the key is too heavy. Could he talk the cat into helping him? Could he ever have a cat for a friend or find a home where he would be safe?

There comes a time when you must put things in writing before they are forgotten and lost forever. That even applies today in spite of the highly advanced society we live in. In this rural community on the river banks of the Rio Grande in the early 1900s when illiteracy predominated, the history and identity of its residents were preserved by story-telling. These "cuentos" often left much to the imagination but still were very entertaining, vivid and memorable (not to be confused with tall-tales).One of the very first stories that I remember hearing was that of a bigger-than-life character who happened to be my grandfather, Don Juan. We were all fascinated by how this man was able to win the admiration and respect of his neighbours at least enough to have stories told about him. Although they were all survivors, they were also all interdependent, and looked for an orientation that could make them believe in themselves.In spite of the many and varied challenges they confronted, many like Don Juan provided a perspective of right and wrong, of commitment to family, of surviving untold suffering, but also of purpose to continue. This story provides a sampling of how this rural community in "El Capote" ranch sought its own destiny from the bare essentials that the river lands could provide. Don Juan may not have been a legend, but he was a pilar of strength, faith and loyalty to a way of life many had no choice but to embrace.

Join us on a journey towards redemption as we explore the depths of our emotions and the lessons they can teach us. Through moments of tragedy and joy, we invite you to look within and discover the hidden beauty within yourself. Along the way, we'll find moments of levity and introspection that will leave you feeling inspired and ready for self-discovery. Discover how old tragedies and ghosts can sometimes be the most beautiful blessings in disguise! So come along for the ride and get ready to be transformed by the power of introspection and self-reflection.

Young and old alike find snow globes irresistible. It's so tempting to hold these glass domes in your hands, to shake them gently or turn them upside down. They call to mind winter wonderland scenes, favorite childhood toys and most of all, the places we have visited around the world.In Snow All Over the Globe, Shelley Harwayne and her grandson Ben Harwayne pay tribute to these treasured collectibles. By sharing the history and science connected to snow globes, they have enriched the role snow globes play in our lives. Readers will discover what snow globe makers have done to prevent the water in the globe from freezing, how they experimented with different materials to make realistic fake snowflakes, and how they managed to make those snowflakes fall slowly. Additionally, readers will learn about the very first snow globe and the changes in the production of snow globes over the years. Along the way, readers will delight in learning which presidents collected snow globes, when snow globes have popped up in movies and television shows and some of the more surprising uses of snow globes. Salt and pepper shakers, pencil sharpeners, and music boxes are among the many novelty snow globes that have been manufactured.Whether you own dozens of snow globes, just a few or even long to purchase your very first one, this book will make you proud to be an admirer of snow globes.

Still reeling from her family's execution during the Salem Witch Trails and her own unnatural extended lifeline, in the present day, Margaret Baker is a twenty-two-year-old witch. She finds herself falling in love in the big apple while also trying to come to terms with and overcome her survivors' guilt. A ghost from her past re-emerges and shakes up her world. In a story of love, loss, betrayal, and grief, Margaret must rise above all her demons in order to truly be happy. Will she finally be able to accept her family's death? Will she find the courage to love herself and accept the love of another?

Throughout our history Americans have embraced the myth that our national debt is immoral and destructive.This deeply rooted belief goes back to our Founding Fathers: Jefferson excoriated debt as "the greatest of dangers to be feared." Andrew Jackson demonized debt as "a national curse." Current political leaders continue to endorse this negative view of our national debt. Obama said that incurring debt was "irresponsible" and "unpatriotic." John McCain condemned it as "generational theft." In this book, the prize-winning economics professor Arthur Benavie, demonstrates in clear and non-technical language that belief in this myth has repeatedly blocked our federal government from creating jobs and investing in our children's future.Benavie describes the many occasions, including from the administrations of FDR to Obama, where our leaders were faced with severe political retribution at the mere suggestion that their policies would increase the national debt.Belief in this myth presents a continuing danger to the wellbeing of our children and grandchildren. Benavie examines several ways to disempower it.

An outbreak of twelve gruesome, unsolved murders from the 1800s seems an excellent choice for Jay Dalton to try out his hand at writing. Doing so as he is starting life over after a painful divorce in a peaceful, rural farmhouse, in which he had recently moved, seems delightful. All would not stay as it seems for long.The quaintness of his old farm house quickly fades as he becomes more aware that he isn't alone in his new abode. A series of journals Jay discovers provide unexpected research results for his book, even as they seem to come more and more ominously to life. But it is a series of "accidents" that are most troublesome, as it seems that someone intends for Jay to never finish his book.As Jay digs deeper, he begins to suspect that the unsolved murders, the hauntings in his house, and his current peril may be more closely connected than he would have ever suspected. How good he is at putting the pieces together may just determine if he lives to write about it.

All Men takes readers on a thrilling journey through the challenges faced by Mr. Alex Tremont, a Congregational minister who has recently transferred from the Midwest to a small New England community. In this new community, Alex soon discovers that perceiving the enemy is no longer a simple task. He is faced with a litany of problems, including investigating the sighting of a mysterious 'monster' that he cannot comprehend, and his church being designated a 'sanctuary' status.As he navigates through these problems, Alex finds himself increasingly drawn to a young lady who is the driving force behind the sanctuary movement. However, opposing her could lead to dire consequences. And as if that wasn't enough, the 'monster' that Alex has been investigating becomes the prime suspect in the gruesome murder of his predecessor, a murder that resembles a terrorist attack common in the Middle East.Despite being only 28 years old, Alex is expected to earn his stripes and overcome these challenges. But as he faces the trials and tribulations of his new community, he realizes that not all men are equipped to handle the weight of the world on their shoulders.All Men is a gripping tale of mystery, love, and self-discovery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

A Widow's Awakening tells the story of how Krista triumphed through a fairy-tale love that quickly became a toxic, turned fatal marriage at an early age, and how losing a husband at 23 years old transformed her outlook and attitude on life. With the many highs and lows of any marriage, she had to learn to live with the physical and emotional abuse that came with being married to an addict. As she coped in a marriage based around alcohol and drug addiction, she had to overcome her own battles of misuse to regain her life.Struggling through battles of addiction and mental health issues, with not only herself but loved ones, her journey through the years taught her a great deal on healing, self-awareness, and self-love. After shutting out many emotions for years throughout her childhood, she had to relearn to be vulnerable and open with herself and others.Krista spent her childhood lacking the emotional guidance most children learn which left her fighting to understand her emotions for many adolescent years. Feeling empty for so long, she searched for any relationship that would make her feel whole but found it in all the wrong places. Learning to rely on her own individual capabilities was something that took years to adapt to as she went through many obstacles to find her inner strength.Krista wrote this book in hopes that other people struggling with similar situations would be able to relate to the hardships that can happen in life and to gain a spiritual perspective to become resilient.

For as long as the little girl could remember, the hill was always her happy place. A place she could be herself, the only place for her inquisitive heart to get the answers it was looking for. This is where she has always felt and will always feel closest to God, as if He handcrafted this secret paradise with solely her in mind. As the little girl grows up and life changes, she can always rely on one thing that will never change or fail her - the one thing waiting on top of the hill - God and His promise to be with us from the very beginning until the very end.

Les Appels du Vide is a collection of short poems honouring the jarring, shocking and thought provoking nature of grief. Grief intrudes the stitching of the fabrics that make up our lives.These thoughts provoked within us are as revolutionary to our characters as they are shocking, and instinctively we repress them.This book honours them and brings them into the light instead.

"Women like myself!" I saluted to a rousing reception."We are here!" the women chorused. I stood in the middle of the women. They gathered around me on all sides at the square entrance of Eke-oha market."Women like myself!!""We are here!!""Women like myself!!!""We are here!!!" They responded a third time."Today, the wind has blown, and we can now see the behind of the fowl. We now know that these white rulers do not like us, and our men do not like us too.""Who bears nine months of labor pains?""We do, we do.""Who bears all the labor of housework and raising the children?""We do, we do.""Who tends the men and nourishes all their desires?""We do, we do.""Women like myself!""We are here!""We shall not be counted. We will not pay tax. We will not pay tax because we bear the children and we bear the fire of kitchen coals on our palms.""It is the truth, it is the truth.""Where the rat eats is where it falls. The men must tell us why the hen must always be spread-eagled for the randy cockerel.""Today, we will burn down the courthouse, and we will have their red caps."The women needed no more prodding. My last statement had aroused their anger.

When the rodeo comes to the small town of Hollister, Texas, Kyllie Wayne was hoping for a little fun. She had no idea that bull rider Wade Cline was going to turn her world upside down - in more ways than one. Will Kyllie be able to overcome her secretive past to trust him enough to find love? Or will Wade's own past come back to haunt him? When the Mayor's son is murdered, all the past secrets come crashing together in the Texas Rain.

Do you love to play outside with your friends, or would you rather play video games on a computer? Well, a young girl named Sophie loved her fun childhood of active play. She loved going to parks, playing outdoors with friends, riding bikes, and playing sports. She also loved reading, coloring, and playing games. But what happens when she first sees a glowing screen in her house and continues to see more and more of these, both in her home and eventually school? Everyone seems to have a screen to look at! Will she spend more time staring at a screen or playing video games all day, instead of playing with her friends? Find out how Sophie learns that technology and devices have a time, place and day, but this needs to be balanced with family, friends, study, and play. This book is a good reminder for everyone how important balance is in life!