"e;a little chocolate a little dancing"e; is a delightful tale about a dazzling duet chocolate and dancing, they just go together. The main character Sophia Lesley takes us on a magical journey as she takes on the challenge of learning how to tap dance. Even though it is difficult at first Sophia Lesley finds the courage to listen to the music, finds the rhythm and learns how to tap dance. The rhymes in this magical story just dance right off the page.
Celestine and the Magical Geranium is a folk tale for kids age 5 and up. It recounts the story of a seed that grows into a gorgeous geranium flower, and of a gentle love that flourishes between Geranium and Celestine. It is a symbolic story which embraces the cycles of life, the flowering of seed thought which mirror inner growth as the flower evolves to build her golden castle. It is a spiritual story within which the child's mind soars "e;beyond the first floor, beyond the second floor"e; and beyond the roof of Celestine's house. In reading Celestine and the Magical Geranium, the child understands that "e;I too am growing up and doing great things. I too am a very special person."e;Reviews and commentaries:Barbara Sala's "e;Celestine and the Magical Geranium"e; is about the relationship between a girl and a special flower. The girl tends the flower which in turn nourishes her soul. People unintentionally destroy the flower in their overzealous enjoyment of it. The girl's hope is restored when she realizes that she can grow more geraniums from the seeds left behind. Sala's nave artwork, rendred in acrylic and oil, is rich with bright colours. Carol-Ann Hoyte, Montreal Reviews of Books, Fall & Winter 2004/05, Volume 8, No. 1..... Imaginatively written and colorfully illustrated for young readers 5 through 7 by Barbara Sala, Celestine And The Magical Geranium is the picturebook of a young girl and the geranium seed that will touch her life forever. The flower she raises is a friend and more, growing to touch the skies. All things come to an end, whether natural or hastened, and the girl and the magical geranium must say goodbye... yet their friendship lives on, and can be spread through the gift of seeds. A moving story about bonds to treasure and the cycle of life. Midwest Bookreview...... Reading this charming book is nothing short of an experience. The allure of this book is two-fold. Your eyes are first greeted with folk art on its finest display. Children and adults alike will be transfixed on the minute details that give every page life. The gentle story of Celestine and her magical geranium is also pure joy. Her flower-friend grows ever larger, bringing joy to all who see it. Eventualy the flower fades, as all flowers do. Rather than bringing sadness, the geranium and Celestine gift all those who receive joy with seeds, showing that the gifts of others provide joy long after they have faded. My children and their friends were equally enchanted with this beautiful book. Just as Celestine's geranium brought joy to her community, this book will bring joy to all children. Meg Grooms, homeschooling@bellaonline.com. "e;Without a doubt, this books is beautiful from the first page to the last. The artwork is such a unique and special style. I believe kids would love to read through this book time and again with fascination. The interesting magical story helps the reader walk through the beautiful art."e; Judge's commentary, Writer's Digest, 12th Annual International Self-Published Book Awards 2005 "e;Celestine and the Magical Geranium is a delightful book for young children. Barbara Sala has provided both text and pictures."e;..... The visual impact is particularly striking. The pictures are vividly coloured, and full of lively activity of many kinds. Children tend to like books with many things to look at. Here we have gardens, birds, animals, and a few people. The birds and animals seem in constant movement as the gardens flourish and the sun and sky peer down on an animated earth. The vitality of all this movement is stimulating."e;Sheila McDonough, PHD, Professor emeritus, author of Gandhi's Responses to Islam and other works. Ms Sala, after some years of creative work on individual canvasses, has decided to venture one step further and to combine the written word with her painting. Through this fusion she gives verbal expression, and opens our eyes and minds, to the hidden meaning of her visual creations. It is a book where magic reigns, where material needs and spiritual aspirations go hand in hand, one complementing and necessitating the other. The heroine Celestine (i.e., the "e;celestial"e; in a blue and white dotted dress - sky and clouds) is the conduit for the appearance in this world of the eternal spirit (the magical geranium). Its development and growth to a mythical size, its downfall and destruction by the mindless masses and its rebirth and multiplication from the one to innumerable smaller flower-spirits all over the island clearly demonstrate the author's faith in the invincibility of the human spirit. In the numerous illustrations the geranium is always surrounded by a plethora of plants, trees, animals and people. The whole is watching, bathed in a kaleidoscopic whirl of bright, enthusiastic colours. Rigas Bertos, PHD, Chairman of the Department of Art History, ret'd., McGill University. "e;Barbara Sala's work has opened my eyes to the sophistication inherent in nave art, and the depth of the symbolism in her paintings. Her story "e;Celestine and the Magical Geranium"e; captivates and beguiles the reader - adult and child together - while subtly offering a lesson to treasure."e;Alcida Boissonnault, mother, grandmother, entrepreneur. What a wonderful book to share with children. Can be linked to science, and moral and religious instructions. Thank you for your wonderful vision"e;. Patrizia Ciccarelli, Vice-Principal and teacher.
"e;WATEH1CA... That Which You Hold Dear..."e; Book II is a larger collection of poems and short stories ...both books are filled with historical, cultural, and humorous stories, some very old, some contemporary...
This book discusses dream work through the lens of art therapy theory. It is written in a personal voice from a perspective of discovery and curiosity toward the unknown. This territory is metaphorically explored in relationship to geography and landscape. It provides a structural foundation for dreamwork within a relational art therapy approach based on phenomenological and existential world views. Approaches to dreamwork include psychoanalytic theory, depth psychology, gestalt theory and phenomenology. Poetry, theory, and praxis are interwoven, demonstrating the process for creatively exploring dreams and artwork. Dreamer and artist are respected in the journey discovering new horizons and footpaths that might be revealed and encouraged to make and remake their own maps along the way. The intention of this writing is to bring a felt sense of an integrated way of exploring dreams honouring the courage it takes to explore the dream's terrain.
From the love of six-toed cats and banyan trees springs this delightful tale set in majestic Key West, Florida. This is a tale of a little girl and her best friend, who happens to be a cat, a six-toed cat at that. This children's picture book will take you from their favorite banyan tree to Mallory Square with points of interest and excitement along the way.
The social and political change that began with the emancipation proclamation from the 1800's thru the 1900's, brought political change and self realization to the Negro's, that education was not just a dream, but a doorway that accessed the stair well to power in America; a clear message Unlocked by President Kennedy in the 1963 and 1964 Voting Rights Act, to young Black Americans that a turning point has been achieved. It began with 40 acres and a mule and has climaxed at the 44th president, a Black American; Barrack-O-bama, proof positive that America has reached her turning point. Envoked by Dr. Martin Luther King I Have a dream, America has more work ahead. Parker Chamberlain has spun a beautiful story of the Achievement of the American Experience not a Fiction, but a true story of his families American experience. Touch by the divine the Real Hunt For Treasure is Education, Political Activeness in The Communities of Our America.
This book is about what many women think about but don't talk about when they are in a relationship and tackles the dynamics of different stages in a relationship.
Kya is a poor girl with big dreams of being a princess. Not knowing her father andhis background story he wants to meet her. But Kya is very hesitant about meetingher father. She has a very terrible image of him but tries to be happy just to pleaseher grandmother. When she finally meets him she in for a big surprise.
Are you a model or are you considering a career as one?Is modeling not for you but you would like to have the body of one?Have you considered that the food you eat is a vital part of the process?Losing weight or keeping trim is a goal that many women have, whether they want to become a famous model or not. The benefits to be gained are enormous, from the positive effects on our health, complexion, energy and body shape, so it's well worth it. The good news is that almost anyone can do it.
The purpose of this book is to reach out to children and families who have experienced loss. Jack's Daddy takes you on a child's journey as he connects with his father throughout life's simplest moments. Jack sees and feels his father's love all around him. No matter where he is or what he does, his dad is always smiling along with him. This book sprung to life as result of the tragedy of September 11th. A very dear friend was eight months pregnant with her first child and lost her husband on that tragic day. How would her son, Jack, know what a wonderful man his Dad was? We hoped this gift would somehow lessen the pain and teach Jack that his dad will always be with him. Enjoy the happy journey and smiles Jack's Daddy may bring!
Saga describing the effects of a medical malpractice suit filed against one of the top cardiovascular surgeons in Chicago and his assistant trainee Resident,The ramifications of that action play out in ways that one would not expect in the everyday drama of the medical world.
The Very Thoughtful Turtle is filled with random acts of kindness, even if they are committed by a turtle. That kindness comes back to our main character in the end, which shows that no good deed goes unnoticed. Kids need to know that kindness spreads quickly and easily, but it has to start somewhere.
Are you ready to let yourself be transported to a world that's sunny and worry-free, where you can dance with your dreams and have your heart's desires? Your imagination is the ticket to the fantasy world created by the author in the beautiful illustrations in this book. Each illustration took over 3 hours to create, using only tiny pieces cut from magazines as the color to create a mosaic illustration. If you are a child, a teenager or just barely remember those carefree days when your imagination could take you anywhere, you'll be dazzled when you read, "e;I Wish..."e;
Phoenix is a young girl who lives in Hawaii. She is there because her father, who is a navy chief, is stationed there. When her school class goes to Volcano Island to see the world's largest volcano, Phoenix encounters Eli-Ela, the queen of the Volcano Island Fairies. No one else can see or hear the queen, but the queen warns Phoenix that the volcano is about to erupt, and they must save the people who are gathered around it. For aiding the fairy queen, Phoenix is made a princess of the fairies. But it is not till later she learns she can fly and why she can never be a fairy princess. From that first encounter with the queen, Phoenix has other adventures with the fairies. She meets President Lin-Con of the Fairy Council. She finds that she must save the fairy city from destruction and she must rescue the fairy children. In the end, Phoenix becomes the first human in centuries to share with the fairies "e;The Festival of the Sun and Stars."e;Parents who have read these stories with their young daughters have noticed that all of the primary and strong characters are women.
How to be successful in 2020 is a self help leadership book for professional or personal use. If you work with others in any capacity whether personal or professional, you are capable of exerting leadership. The book is loaded with thought provoking ideas and strategies about leadership in a seemingly busy and chaotic world in the only way that brings out the best out in everyone. 2015 offers a paradigm shift to the conventional view of leadership as "e;being out front."e;
Meet Sandy Gull is a rhyming picture book about a self-assured if not cockyseagull who prides himself on being a bit of a rascal! Sandy spends a dayon the beach with his new friend, a young boy named Mickey. He shareshis philosophies of life near the sea, particularly his love of food. In Sandy'senthusiasm for treats he gets himself into a bit of a bad situation when heattempts to steal a bag of potato chips from a sleeping sunbather. Mickeymakes it clear that he cannot remain friends with anyone who would steal andSandy learns his new friendship is important to him.
This is a must-read book. This will show you that God has a purpose and plan for your life. In this book there are several inspirational writings along with special poems to encourage you to move forward in life. Life struggles often weigh us down, but please know adversity builds character. You are created for a reason. Your career is not your purpose, and your talent is not your purpose. Inside you will find ways to discover the reason you exist. Also in this book will be inspirational writings on love, relationships, and much more. Thank you for supporting me in this God-given project!
The universe is Nicky's home and his friends are the planets and the stars, though his very best friends are the children of planet earth. He whispers softly to them, "e;DON'T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK."e;The US Review of Books"e;If only you believe, you can achieve anything."e;Nicky Moonbeam, The Man in the Moon, has two very important tasks he must perform each night. First, he gives all the children of the world a giant hug with his long moonbeam arms. Then, he works as the "e;Big Night-Light"e; in the sky so children won't be afraid of the dark. When Christmas Eve arrives, Nicky receives an emergency signal from the North Pole. Rudolph has come down with a cold and can't guide Santa's sleigh. The snow is falling faster and thicker by the minute while the mischievous Dream Stealers are playing practical jokes and pranks on Santa's elves and reindeer. Nicky must help save Christmas. Yet, he worries that his moonbeams won't be bright enough to guide Santa's sleigh. He is entering his "e;new moon"e; beam phase. Nicky quickly realizes he must overcome his fear and find a way to have the Dream Stealers and elves work together. Children cannot be disappointed on Christmas morning. Cavaliere created the Nicky Moonbeam character when she was a little girl to help deal with her fear of the dark. Fast forward years later and the result is a heartwarming story with an important lesson children can take to heart. Beautiful illustrations accompany the story, helping Nicky and his friends come to life. It's the first in a series of twelve planned books, which is sure to delight children who are looking forward to discovering Nicky's next adventure. RECOMMENDED
It was one more defeat in our long and losing battle to keep the Sun perfect, or, if not perfect, constant,and if inconstant, regular. Why we think the Sun should be any of these when other stars are not ismore a question for social than for physical science. John A. ("e;Jack"e;) EddyDelineator of the Maunder MinimumOn the human Ide fi xe as to why the Sun must be seen energetically as a linear entity. Around 1904, Kapteyn noticed that the stars did not move randomly through space, but that theirmovements had preferential directions... there was regularity in something astronomers had alwaysthought to be chaotic. Adriaan Blaauw, emeritus director of the Kapteyn Institute, Groningen, NetherlandsOn Jacob Cornelius Kapteyn's discovery of star streaming: the concept of galactic rotation and so, proofof some regularity in stellar behavior.
A little Christmas Story about a little Christmas Goat!
"e;We are so happy The Love Pigs finally made it into a book! We look forward to the animated version!"e; Lucy and Aunt Mabel (friends of The Love Pigs) It's The Three Little Pigs, all over again, only this time they're female from the pigs to the wolf. A fun new take on a classic story. Recommended for ages three to eight. And an enjoyable romp for the adult reader as well.
On a frozen winter's night in a remote northern fishing village, a young boynamed Nicholas is orphaned when his father is drowned at sea. His mother bravesthe raging storm to get medical help for Kati, the younger sister, and leavesNicholas to sit by her bedside. When the villagers arrive at the cottage inmorning, he learns that Kati has died of a fever, and his mother is killed by afalling tree as she passes through the forest. The fishermen's wives gather to discuss how Nicholas will be cared for, anddecide that if each family takes him in for one year, he will reach an age tocare for himself. So it is that Nicholas moves in with his firstfamily-for-a-year on Christmas Eve. He hides in a closet and cries himself tosleep. The next day, Christmas, is sorrowful for Nicholas but brightened by the companyof the family's children, two girls and especially Otto, who becomes Nicholas'life-long friend. Nicholas has learned to carve by watching his father repairfishing gear and as his father's knife is his only inherited possession, he usesit to repair Otto's broken Christmas toy. When a year passes and it's time for Nicholas to move on to another family, hecarves a doll and a chair for the girls and a toy sleigh with beautiful carvedrunners for Otto. The children are so pleased with the toys that Nicholaspromises, "e;Next year, I'll know how to make better toys and I'll make you somenext Christmas, too."e; That is how every home where Nicholas the wandering orphanstayed, he left gifts for each child and each child in every family came toexpect a Christmas gift from Nicholas. The story proceeds to weave an incentive for hanging the first Christmasstocking; for designing the first red suit; for replacing his old horse withreindeer; for resorting to go down the chimney to leave gifts; for the occasionof the first Christmas tree; and other favorite legends and traditionssurrounding Christmas.
This cookbook is a collection of 161 authentic Italian Recipes, written by an authentic Italian chef. This cookbook has a variety of recipes, starting from appetizers all the way through to desserts, with Chef Pasquale's version of the famous Tiramisu. Most of Pasquale's recipes are inexpensive, simple and easy to follow. Most of his recipes can be prepared in 30 minutes. Most of the pasta sauces can be made a few days in advance. After a long day at work, all that is needed is 10 minutes to cook the pasta and dinner is ready.
YOUR SACRED PLANTS [OR FLOWERS], IF PLANTED [ONLY]HERE BELOW, ONLY AMONG THE PLANTS [OR FLOWERSHERE BELOW] WILL GROW. "e;THE GARDEN"e;-ANDREW MARVELL
"e;Tom Ribe's clear, scrupulous and thorough account of the Los Alamos/Bandelier fire of 2000 is a white-knuckle narrative, yet meticulously accurate."e;-Roger G. Kennedy, Former Director, U.S. National Park Service; Director Emeritus, National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution and author of Wildfire and AmericansInferno by Committee tells the story of America's worst prescribed fire disaster, the Cerro Grande Fire of 2000 which burned 250 homes in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The fire started with a National Park Service prescribed fire that went out of control and ended up burning 42,000 acres of the Santa Fe National Forest. A thorough review of the investigations of the fire and the policy changes that resulted from this seminal event in American fire history are also an integral part of this examination. Prescribing fire on the landscape involves risk. Sometimes, as with the Cerro Grande Fire, the risk taken results in disaster. For land managers, there really is no option but to prescribe fire and take risk-to restore fire to a landscape where fire is native and necessary for the survival of biological systems. Cerro Grande showed us both the consequences of taking a risk with fire and more dramatically, the consequences of avoiding that risk.
The 2/1 Game Force System is an improvement over the Standard American System that has been played by bridge players for years. The clear advantage of 2/1 is that it allows a partnership to know that game is possible with only a single bid by the responder. However, a significant disadvantage is that the opener may have between 12 and 21 high card points (HCP) when opening one of a suit, obviously a very wide range. To remedy this situation, one may employ the strong club system in contract or duplicate bridge know simply as Precision.
Chiropractic Peace marks the beginning of the end for infighting between mixers (broad-scope) and straights (focused-scope). The three refreshing essays by Drs. Reed Phillips, Ashley Cleveland, and Gerry Clum introduce chiropractic leaders, students, faculty and practitioners to a new, less contentious, dialogue on the political, sociological, philosophical and historical issues of our profession. After years of polemical argumentation, reading Chiropractic Peace is like getting a new pair of glasses or a much-needed spinal adjustment. Uplifting relief! Instead of seeking peace by trying to hammer out compromises, which many do not find successful in the end, the three writers utilize the concept of pluralism to construct a big tent which will accommodate all ethical chiropractors who adhere to basic chiropractic principles. The three contributors bring a much-needed respectful tone to the discourse. And in an important turn for the profession, each writer acknowledges that all of the campsfocused-scope, middle-scope, and broad-scopeare committed to ethical and skillful practice.
At age 5, Eliza was her father's losing bet and Chris lost his lego forever. A dark story filled with brutal humour, unfortunate love and tragically raw, honest dreams.
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