Author: Susan Schubert
Publisher: Lantana Publishing
ISBN: 1913747115
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A fun-filled book of idioms from around the world that will spark the imagination of readers everywhere and encourage them to delight in language. You've probably heard the expression "when pigs fly," but have you heard the Spanish phrase "when frogs grow hair" or the Yoruba saying "when chicken have teeth"? A rib-tickling collection of idioms from around the world. But the question is: will you believe them...? “I loved so much of this book! It's a funny book about idioms for young children and celebrates diversity in a fun way”—Youth Services Book Review, 5 STARS “With a world map, exploration of complex and playful language and inclusive illustrations, there is lots to enjoy in this book. There is certainly a lot that will have little ones giggling!”—Father Reading Every Day “Such a fun book! It will spark the imagination of readers and encourage them to play with language themselves!”—Youth Libraries Group “A very weird and silly book. If you’ve never heard of idioms you should read this book. After you read it you will have fun making up more silly sentences”—Xavier, Age 5, Kids' Book Buzz, 5 STARS
I'll Believe You When . . .
California. Supreme Court. Records and Briefs
Author: California (State).
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
Number of Exhibits: 1_x000D_ Court of Appeal Case(s): B032416
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
Number of Exhibits: 1_x000D_ Court of Appeal Case(s): B032416
St. Nicholas
Author: Mary Mapes Dodge
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen's Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Labor unions
Languages : en
Pages : 1194
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Labor unions
Languages : en
Pages : 1194
Book Description
The Saturday Evening Post
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philadelphia (Pa.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1904
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philadelphia (Pa.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1904
Book Description
Who Will Believe You?
Author: Kim Chown
Publisher: John Blake
ISBN: 1789462231
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Kim Chown was just 11 when her father Bernard Beaumont took her from her mother to Kenya. There, he tormented Kim with extreme sexual and emotional abuse, safe in the knowledge that as a pillar of the expat community his word would be believed over hers. Aged 20, Kim returned to England permanently, where she built a new life and a new family. However, she could not escape her father's influence, and eventually descended into alcoholism. But, after almost losing her life, Kim fought back. With the support of her husband and adult children, she finally faced her father in court and won justice for his shocking crimes. This is one woman's inspiring true story of overcoming horrific abuse to build a happy life - against the odds.
Publisher: John Blake
ISBN: 1789462231
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Kim Chown was just 11 when her father Bernard Beaumont took her from her mother to Kenya. There, he tormented Kim with extreme sexual and emotional abuse, safe in the knowledge that as a pillar of the expat community his word would be believed over hers. Aged 20, Kim returned to England permanently, where she built a new life and a new family. However, she could not escape her father's influence, and eventually descended into alcoholism. But, after almost losing her life, Kim fought back. With the support of her husband and adult children, she finally faced her father in court and won justice for his shocking crimes. This is one woman's inspiring true story of overcoming horrific abuse to build a happy life - against the odds.
First, I Believe You
Author: Carol Boyce
Publisher: Jane Publishing Corp
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
First, I Believe You is an astonishing memoir of resilience and recovery from trauma without any memory. Terrifying flashbacks haunted her for decades despite an affluent, advantaged childhood, resulting in severe depression, food addiction, anxiety, and nightmares. Delving into her deepest fears, and traumas, refusing to give up, she pushed through every barrier with unflinching courage. Don’t miss this compelling and gritty story of the enduring power of love.
Publisher: Jane Publishing Corp
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
First, I Believe You is an astonishing memoir of resilience and recovery from trauma without any memory. Terrifying flashbacks haunted her for decades despite an affluent, advantaged childhood, resulting in severe depression, food addiction, anxiety, and nightmares. Delving into her deepest fears, and traumas, refusing to give up, she pushed through every barrier with unflinching courage. Don’t miss this compelling and gritty story of the enduring power of love.
Nobody Will Believe You
Author: Mary Manning
Publisher: The O'Brien Press
ISBN: 1847177514
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
'Over and over again he warned me he would kill me if I told anyone. I was completely isolated. He made sure of that.' Mary was ten years old when she first met her stepfather, Sean McDarby. From the very beginning he seemed to pay her special attention; his praise and compliments quickly won her trust. Then he started touching her in ways she didn't like. When she was twelve, he raped her. The next twenty years were filled with harrowing abuse as McDarby continued to rape Mary, leading to the birth of five of her children. Finally, after years of abuse – years when justice was denied at every turn – Mary found the strength and courage to break free. Against the odds she created a safe place for her children and reclaimed her life. This is Mary's inspirational story of courage and survival.
Publisher: The O'Brien Press
ISBN: 1847177514
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
'Over and over again he warned me he would kill me if I told anyone. I was completely isolated. He made sure of that.' Mary was ten years old when she first met her stepfather, Sean McDarby. From the very beginning he seemed to pay her special attention; his praise and compliments quickly won her trust. Then he started touching her in ways she didn't like. When she was twelve, he raped her. The next twenty years were filled with harrowing abuse as McDarby continued to rape Mary, leading to the birth of five of her children. Finally, after years of abuse – years when justice was denied at every turn – Mary found the strength and courage to break free. Against the odds she created a safe place for her children and reclaimed her life. This is Mary's inspirational story of courage and survival.
I Can't Believe You Went Through My Stuff!
Author: Peter Sheras
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416588604
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Do you really need to know if your daughter has tasted beer or your son has had his first kiss? Probably not. Teens keep secrets. They need this privacy to resolve their own dilemmas, make their own decisions, and start down the road to becoming independent, responsible adults. Although parents can't (and shouldn't) know everything, they are right to worry about giving their children too much freedom, since teens can be attracted to dangerous behaviors. Parenting teenagers means allowing them the freedom to explore, make mistakes, learn, and keep moving forward. Dr. Peter Sheras, an expert in adolescent development, has taught countless parents how to know when to step back, when to ask questions, and when to take definitive action. In I Can't Believe You Went Through My Stuff! he explains how pushing for information or attempting to keep teens confined in too small a box will undoubtedly result in anger, resentment, and worst of all a penchant for trouble. The book includes solid, practical advice on: How you can learn more about your teenager's life without invading his privacy or losing her trust How to start a conversation when your teen won't talk What to do about lying, whether it's infrequent or often How to discuss family rules and establish consequences that really work How to tell if your teen needs professional help and where to find it I Can't Believe You Went Through My Stuff! will give you the key to keeping your teenager safe while building a trusting, warm, and communicative relationship.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416588604
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Do you really need to know if your daughter has tasted beer or your son has had his first kiss? Probably not. Teens keep secrets. They need this privacy to resolve their own dilemmas, make their own decisions, and start down the road to becoming independent, responsible adults. Although parents can't (and shouldn't) know everything, they are right to worry about giving their children too much freedom, since teens can be attracted to dangerous behaviors. Parenting teenagers means allowing them the freedom to explore, make mistakes, learn, and keep moving forward. Dr. Peter Sheras, an expert in adolescent development, has taught countless parents how to know when to step back, when to ask questions, and when to take definitive action. In I Can't Believe You Went Through My Stuff! he explains how pushing for information or attempting to keep teens confined in too small a box will undoubtedly result in anger, resentment, and worst of all a penchant for trouble. The book includes solid, practical advice on: How you can learn more about your teenager's life without invading his privacy or losing her trust How to start a conversation when your teen won't talk What to do about lying, whether it's infrequent or often How to discuss family rules and establish consequences that really work How to tell if your teen needs professional help and where to find it I Can't Believe You Went Through My Stuff! will give you the key to keeping your teenager safe while building a trusting, warm, and communicative relationship.
Everybody's Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 934
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 934
Book Description