Author: Brenda Woodford
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1780883536
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Kit is a hard-working water gypsy who lives and works on a barge along the Grand Junction Canal. When she sets off across the fields one morning to find a doctor for her father, she becomes privy to a kidnapping – a man whose prey is a young boy, Charlie. His shouts lead her to rescue him and she becomes responsible for his safety; it’s an encounter that will change her life forever.Join Kit and her family as this ‘golden era’ world of Edwardian canals and industrial England comes to life. Kit’s Reward is a pacy, gripping tale, rich with historical context and vivid descriptions, that will appeal to readers aged 11 and older.
Creative Care Imagination Kit
Author: Anne Basting
Publisher: HarperOne
ISBN: 9780062993038
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
A tested, proven way to foster imaginative and story-based activities among diverse groups and families, especially caretakers of loved ones and those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, from pioneering researcher Anne Basting, the author of Creative Care and a MacArthur Genius Grant recipient. Based on Basting's twenty-five years of research, this "imagination kit" makes it easy for families, friends, and caregivers to make meaningful connections with elders and others dealing with physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges, including memory loss. The Creative Care Imagination Kit contains: 15 cards of Beautiful Questions/Thoughtful Actions: Each card poses one "Beautiful Question" on the front side, a question that fosters conversation without relying on the quality of one's memory or knowledge. The flip side includes follow-up questions or instructions to maximize the fun and build deeper bonds through thoughtful actions. 15 cards of Story Prompts: Each card features a picture to jumpstart a group story-creation exercise. The Imagination Kit Journal: A notebook with a letter of introduction from Basting, instructions, and spaces to record sessions as a keepsake. The Creative Care Imagination Kit sparks conversation and encourages active listening, allowing all ages to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details "correct." Basting's years of research have shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination, adding wonder and awe not only to the daily lives of those with dementia but to all family members, and provides them with a means of connection and communication. A simply joyful way for families and groups to play together, The Creative Care Imagination Kit invites users to shift from the expectation of memory to the freedom of imagination.
Publisher: HarperOne
ISBN: 9780062993038
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
A tested, proven way to foster imaginative and story-based activities among diverse groups and families, especially caretakers of loved ones and those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, from pioneering researcher Anne Basting, the author of Creative Care and a MacArthur Genius Grant recipient. Based on Basting's twenty-five years of research, this "imagination kit" makes it easy for families, friends, and caregivers to make meaningful connections with elders and others dealing with physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges, including memory loss. The Creative Care Imagination Kit contains: 15 cards of Beautiful Questions/Thoughtful Actions: Each card poses one "Beautiful Question" on the front side, a question that fosters conversation without relying on the quality of one's memory or knowledge. The flip side includes follow-up questions or instructions to maximize the fun and build deeper bonds through thoughtful actions. 15 cards of Story Prompts: Each card features a picture to jumpstart a group story-creation exercise. The Imagination Kit Journal: A notebook with a letter of introduction from Basting, instructions, and spaces to record sessions as a keepsake. The Creative Care Imagination Kit sparks conversation and encourages active listening, allowing all ages to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details "correct." Basting's years of research have shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination, adding wonder and awe not only to the daily lives of those with dementia but to all family members, and provides them with a means of connection and communication. A simply joyful way for families and groups to play together, The Creative Care Imagination Kit invites users to shift from the expectation of memory to the freedom of imagination.
Creative Care
Author: Anne Basting
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062906194
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient pioneers a radical change in how we interact with older loved ones, especially those experiencing dementia, as she introduces a proven method that uses the creative arts to bring light and joy to the lives of elders. In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to inspire and guide us all—family, friends, and health professionals—in how to connect and interact with those living with dementia. A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, Basting tells the story of how she pioneered a radical change in how we interact with our older loved ones. Now used around the world, this proven method has brought light and joy to the lives of elders—and those who care for them. Here, for the first time, everyone can learn these methods. Early in her career, Basting noticed a problem: today’s elderly—especially those experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s— are often isolated in nursing homes or segregated in elder-care settings, making the final years of life feel lonely and devoid of meaning. To alleviate their sense of aloneness, Basting developed a radical approach that combines methods from the world of theater and improvisation with evidence-based therapies that connect people using their own creativity and imagination. Rooted in twenty-five years of research, these new techniques draw on core creative exercises—such as “Yes, and . . .” and “Beautiful Questions.” This approach fosters storytelling and active listening, allowing elders to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details “correct.” Basting’s research has shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination to add wonder and awe to patients’ daily lives—and provide them a means of connection, both with the world and with those caring for them. Creative Care promises to bring light and hope to a community that needs it most.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062906194
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient pioneers a radical change in how we interact with older loved ones, especially those experiencing dementia, as she introduces a proven method that uses the creative arts to bring light and joy to the lives of elders. In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to inspire and guide us all—family, friends, and health professionals—in how to connect and interact with those living with dementia. A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, Basting tells the story of how she pioneered a radical change in how we interact with our older loved ones. Now used around the world, this proven method has brought light and joy to the lives of elders—and those who care for them. Here, for the first time, everyone can learn these methods. Early in her career, Basting noticed a problem: today’s elderly—especially those experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s— are often isolated in nursing homes or segregated in elder-care settings, making the final years of life feel lonely and devoid of meaning. To alleviate their sense of aloneness, Basting developed a radical approach that combines methods from the world of theater and improvisation with evidence-based therapies that connect people using their own creativity and imagination. Rooted in twenty-five years of research, these new techniques draw on core creative exercises—such as “Yes, and . . .” and “Beautiful Questions.” This approach fosters storytelling and active listening, allowing elders to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details “correct.” Basting’s research has shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination to add wonder and awe to patients’ daily lives—and provide them a means of connection, both with the world and with those caring for them. Creative Care promises to bring light and hope to a community that needs it most.
Kit's Reward
Author: Brenda Woodford
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1780883536
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Kit is a hard-working water gypsy who lives and works on a barge along the Grand Junction Canal. When she sets off across the fields one morning to find a doctor for her father, she becomes privy to a kidnapping – a man whose prey is a young boy, Charlie. His shouts lead her to rescue him and she becomes responsible for his safety; it’s an encounter that will change her life forever.Join Kit and her family as this ‘golden era’ world of Edwardian canals and industrial England comes to life. Kit’s Reward is a pacy, gripping tale, rich with historical context and vivid descriptions, that will appeal to readers aged 11 and older.
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1780883536
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Kit is a hard-working water gypsy who lives and works on a barge along the Grand Junction Canal. When she sets off across the fields one morning to find a doctor for her father, she becomes privy to a kidnapping – a man whose prey is a young boy, Charlie. His shouts lead her to rescue him and she becomes responsible for his safety; it’s an encounter that will change her life forever.Join Kit and her family as this ‘golden era’ world of Edwardian canals and industrial England comes to life. Kit’s Reward is a pacy, gripping tale, rich with historical context and vivid descriptions, that will appeal to readers aged 11 and older.
Cara's Land
Author: Elvi Rhodes
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446487458
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
A heartrending but uplifting story unfolds in the Yorkshire Dales when a promising new life instead demands the utmost of Cara Dunning. From multi-million copy seller Elvi Rhodes, this is perfect for fans of Rosamunde Pilcher and Maeve Binchy. READERS ARE LOVING CARA'S LAND 'A fabulous writer, and this Book is brilliant' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'The first Elvi Rhodes book I have read but I've already bought more!' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'EXCELLENT' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'A brilliant story; I couldn't put it down.' - 5 STAR REVIEW ******************************************************************* CAN SHE FIND HAPPINESS IN HER NEW LIFE? Cara Dunning first came to the wild and remote Beckwith Farm in the Yorkshire Dales as a young land girl during the Second World War. When Cara fell in love with Edward Hendry, whose family owned Beckwith, it was not what her family had intended. Edward was fifteen years older than Cara, a pacifist, and a widower with two children, one of whom bitterly resented her new stepmother. Cara was determined to make the marriage work, in spite of the hard life on the farm, in spite of Edward's reserved personality and the shadow of Nancy, his former wife. Her greatest friend on the farm was Edward's mother. Edith Hendry, a loyal and wise Dales-woman, was to see the young bride through many tragedies and vicissitudes. And as Cara's life began to change, so Cara changed too, finding a complete and utter happiness where she had never expected to...
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446487458
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
A heartrending but uplifting story unfolds in the Yorkshire Dales when a promising new life instead demands the utmost of Cara Dunning. From multi-million copy seller Elvi Rhodes, this is perfect for fans of Rosamunde Pilcher and Maeve Binchy. READERS ARE LOVING CARA'S LAND 'A fabulous writer, and this Book is brilliant' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'The first Elvi Rhodes book I have read but I've already bought more!' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'EXCELLENT' - 5 STAR REVIEW 'A brilliant story; I couldn't put it down.' - 5 STAR REVIEW ******************************************************************* CAN SHE FIND HAPPINESS IN HER NEW LIFE? Cara Dunning first came to the wild and remote Beckwith Farm in the Yorkshire Dales as a young land girl during the Second World War. When Cara fell in love with Edward Hendry, whose family owned Beckwith, it was not what her family had intended. Edward was fifteen years older than Cara, a pacifist, and a widower with two children, one of whom bitterly resented her new stepmother. Cara was determined to make the marriage work, in spite of the hard life on the farm, in spite of Edward's reserved personality and the shadow of Nancy, his former wife. Her greatest friend on the farm was Edward's mother. Edith Hendry, a loyal and wise Dales-woman, was to see the young bride through many tragedies and vicissitudes. And as Cara's life began to change, so Cara changed too, finding a complete and utter happiness where she had never expected to...
Masquerade
Author: Kit Williams
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fantasy
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
On his way to deliver a splendid necklace to the Sun from the Moon, Jack Hare is diverted by a series of odd characters and when he finally reaches his destination he realizes that the necklace is missing. The reader is invited to answer several riddles and solve the mystery from clues given in the text.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fantasy
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
On his way to deliver a splendid necklace to the Sun from the Moon, Jack Hare is diverted by a series of odd characters and when he finally reaches his destination he realizes that the necklace is missing. The reader is invited to answer several riddles and solve the mystery from clues given in the text.
The Good Daughter
Author: Jane Porter
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101619260
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Love was given to all, except herself . . . Kit Brennan has always been the most grounded of her sisters. A Catholic school English teacher for seventeen years and a constant giver, her decisions have been sound—just not very satisfying. Her fortieth birthday is right around the corner, causing Kit to consider some wilder notions, like skipping right past the love and marriage to raising a child all by herself . . . A girls’ weekend away is just the reprieve Kit needs from school, Mr. Wrongs, and life-changing decisions. It’s there that she meets a man who’s dangerous; a man who challenges who she thought she was, or rather should be. Kit wants to indulge herself this once, but with one of her students in crisis and the weight of her family’s burdens weighing heavy on her heart, Kit isn’t sure if now is the time to let her own desires take flight . . .
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101619260
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Love was given to all, except herself . . . Kit Brennan has always been the most grounded of her sisters. A Catholic school English teacher for seventeen years and a constant giver, her decisions have been sound—just not very satisfying. Her fortieth birthday is right around the corner, causing Kit to consider some wilder notions, like skipping right past the love and marriage to raising a child all by herself . . . A girls’ weekend away is just the reprieve Kit needs from school, Mr. Wrongs, and life-changing decisions. It’s there that she meets a man who’s dangerous; a man who challenges who she thought she was, or rather should be. Kit wants to indulge herself this once, but with one of her students in crisis and the weight of her family’s burdens weighing heavy on her heart, Kit isn’t sure if now is the time to let her own desires take flight . . .
Transparent Art
Author:
Publisher: Stampington & Company
ISBN: 9780971729650
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Publisher: Stampington & Company
ISBN: 9780971729650
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
BOSS
Author: Katy Evans
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488046417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
The boss’s son stirs up trouble and temptation when he takes over in this sexy romance from a New York Times and USA Today–bestselling author. We play by my rules now. —Kit, the new boss Who does Kit Walker think he is? The trust-fund heir waltzes in and wants to boss me around, but if I catch him misbehaving, his father will yank his inheritance. Stalemate, right? Not when our chemistry is irresistible! Ironically, we run the top dating app. Could this be my “perfect match” or the perfect scandal? —Alexandra, the one in charge
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488046417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
The boss’s son stirs up trouble and temptation when he takes over in this sexy romance from a New York Times and USA Today–bestselling author. We play by my rules now. —Kit, the new boss Who does Kit Walker think he is? The trust-fund heir waltzes in and wants to boss me around, but if I catch him misbehaving, his father will yank his inheritance. Stalemate, right? Not when our chemistry is irresistible! Ironically, we run the top dating app. Could this be my “perfect match” or the perfect scandal? —Alexandra, the one in charge
The Roman's Shield
Author: Cate Dean
Publisher: Pentam Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Welcome back to Holmestead ~ where a Roman shield, a centuries-old murder mystery, and an unseen threat rock this picture postcard village. When Kit Martin joins a local dig with his father, he never expects to find a rare shield ~ or the ghost of the soldier who owned it. That find pulls him into an ancient murder mystery, and the location of a once mythical Roman city. With Casey's help, he digs in, determined to find the truth. But when his family is threatened, they change their focus, following scant clues that Kit will hope leads him to the threat ~ before someone he loves becomes a victim.
Publisher: Pentam Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Welcome back to Holmestead ~ where a Roman shield, a centuries-old murder mystery, and an unseen threat rock this picture postcard village. When Kit Martin joins a local dig with his father, he never expects to find a rare shield ~ or the ghost of the soldier who owned it. That find pulls him into an ancient murder mystery, and the location of a once mythical Roman city. With Casey's help, he digs in, determined to find the truth. But when his family is threatened, they change their focus, following scant clues that Kit will hope leads him to the threat ~ before someone he loves becomes a victim.
The Return Of The Cat
Author: Caroline Noe
Publisher: Caroline Noe
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
It was always going to end up epic. Just when my mixed pack have simmered down and entered into a tentative alliance, the unthinkable descends. Over the mountain, clasped in the claws of mesmerised eagles, comes the Serpent Hoard, led by their monstrous, fire breathing king, intent on grabbing The Storyteller and my cremated magic book. Our pack’s only hope of survival rests on a barking mad mage cat with nifty jazz paws. If it’s not dilapidated castles and homicidal mould, it’s portals and vortexes. If I don’t figure out the difference, I’ll be thrown back to Earth and a showdown with my own imagination, because… The greatest battle is in the mind.
Publisher: Caroline Noe
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
It was always going to end up epic. Just when my mixed pack have simmered down and entered into a tentative alliance, the unthinkable descends. Over the mountain, clasped in the claws of mesmerised eagles, comes the Serpent Hoard, led by their monstrous, fire breathing king, intent on grabbing The Storyteller and my cremated magic book. Our pack’s only hope of survival rests on a barking mad mage cat with nifty jazz paws. If it’s not dilapidated castles and homicidal mould, it’s portals and vortexes. If I don’t figure out the difference, I’ll be thrown back to Earth and a showdown with my own imagination, because… The greatest battle is in the mind.