The History, Science, and Fun behind Sports Teams' Names
This interactive book compels both reluctant and sports-crazed readers to its pages by examining how various teams from a range of sports received their names. Teen and pre-teen readers will gain knowledge of history, science, literature, math, and a slew of other subjects through the lens of notable sports teams.
How to Handle Stress for Middle School Success: Kid Confident Book #3 defines stress and anxiety, and explains how it manifests physiologically and cognitively. Readers will learn about the mind-body connection and how to keep balance and copy with stress through rest, nutrition, exercise, and relaxation.
Kid Confident (Book #4): How to Navigate Middle School shows readers how to handle the increasing academic demands of middle school, organizational skills and time management, how to be self-determined, have grit, and a sense of agency. It includes tips and strategies for managing learning differences and attentional challenges will be included.
Jeanne Manford-Ally, Activist, and Co-Founder of PFLAG
The Mother of a Movement is a true story of parental support and unconditional love. It tells the story of Jeanne Manford, the co-founder of PFLAG. When her son Morty was beaten by New York City officials for handing out pro-gay leaflets, Manford wrote a powerful letter to the New York Post to complain about how Morty was treated. In the letter ......
Do you know what "social power" is? HINT: You experience every day, you share it with your friends and classmates, and when it is balanced and equal, you feel AWESOME. But when it's unequal or out of whack, you feel All. That. Drama... right? This book gives you a real look at the social life of middle graders and offers expert ways to deal ......
In 1969 Bernice Sandler was finishing her doctorate in Education at the University of Maryland, teaching part-time at the university, and trying to secure a full-time position. Despite her excellent credentials, it became clear she wasn't even being considered. But why? she wondered. "Let's face it," a male colleague said, "you come on too ......
A book for kids about the brain. This book will help children discover more about the brain - how it works, what it needs, and how to love it big so it loves them bigger.
In this age of social media, where so many friendships exist almost solely online, this book explores the greater meaning of friendship as an enduring and emotionally important area of life. It is a valuable resource for teenagers who are struggling to make friends, are in a toxic friendship, or just want to build more meaningful relationships.
Medical Technicians: A Practical Career Guide covers the steps you need to take have a career in this field and includes interviews with professionals currently working in this field.