Author: Sana Rafi
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943147939
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
When Maya moves to a different country, she feels lonely and lost. Everything--and everyone--seems so unfamiliar here, and she wonders if she will ever find a way to fit in. Longing for her home, she holds tightly to the special seeds her grandmother gave her, afraid to plant them. Can she take the risk that they--and she--might grow and bloom in this new place?
Little Seeds of Promise
Author: Sana Rafi
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943147939
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
When Maya moves to a different country, she feels lonely and lost. Everything--and everyone--seems so unfamiliar here, and she wonders if she will ever find a way to fit in. Longing for her home, she holds tightly to the special seeds her grandmother gave her, afraid to plant them. Can she take the risk that they--and she--might grow and bloom in this new place?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943147939
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
When Maya moves to a different country, she feels lonely and lost. Everything--and everyone--seems so unfamiliar here, and she wonders if she will ever find a way to fit in. Longing for her home, she holds tightly to the special seeds her grandmother gave her, afraid to plant them. Can she take the risk that they--and she--might grow and bloom in this new place?
The Promise
Author: Nicola Davies
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536221716
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
“This tale is a sturdy one that is made even more emphatic by Davies’s terse writing style. The text is heightened in every way by Carlin’s outstanding mixed-media artwork.” — Booklist (starred review) On a mean street in a mean, broken city, a young girl tries to snatch an old woman’s bag. But the frail old woman says the thief can’t have it without giving something in return: the promise. It is the beginning of a journey that will change the girl’s life — and a chance to change the world, for good.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536221716
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
“This tale is a sturdy one that is made even more emphatic by Davies’s terse writing style. The text is heightened in every way by Carlin’s outstanding mixed-media artwork.” — Booklist (starred review) On a mean street in a mean, broken city, a young girl tries to snatch an old woman’s bag. But the frail old woman says the thief can’t have it without giving something in return: the promise. It is the beginning of a journey that will change the girl’s life — and a chance to change the world, for good.
Works
Author: John Locke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
The Christmas Promise
Author: Alison Mitchell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910307472
Category : Bible stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A retelling of the Christmas story.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910307472
Category : Bible stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A retelling of the Christmas story.
Country Gentleman
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 868
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 868
Book Description
The Works of John Locke
Author: John Locke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
The People's Home Journal
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
The Promise Seed
Author: Cass Moriarty
Publisher: Univ. of Queensland Press
ISBN: 0702255645
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
An elderly man, living alone in the suburbs, thinks back on his life—the missed opportunities, the shocking betrayals, the rare moments of joy. When his 10-year-old neighbor hides in his garden one afternoon, they begin an unexpected friendship that gives them a reprieve from their individual struggles. The boy, left to his own devices by his mother, finds solace in gardening and playing chess with his new friend, who is still battling the demons of his past. When a sinister figure enters the boy's life, he has to choose between his burgeoning friendship and blood ties. Can the old man protect the boy he has come to know—and redeem the boy he once was? A poignant novel by a fresh new voice, The Promise Seed will linger long after the last page is turned.
Publisher: Univ. of Queensland Press
ISBN: 0702255645
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
An elderly man, living alone in the suburbs, thinks back on his life—the missed opportunities, the shocking betrayals, the rare moments of joy. When his 10-year-old neighbor hides in his garden one afternoon, they begin an unexpected friendship that gives them a reprieve from their individual struggles. The boy, left to his own devices by his mother, finds solace in gardening and playing chess with his new friend, who is still battling the demons of his past. When a sinister figure enters the boy's life, he has to choose between his burgeoning friendship and blood ties. Can the old man protect the boy he has come to know—and redeem the boy he once was? A poignant novel by a fresh new voice, The Promise Seed will linger long after the last page is turned.
Living a Loved Life
Author: Dawna Markova
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642501271
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
A collection of uplifting stories meant to show readers the potential they possess and to inspire them to live a better life. Instead of hugs, Dawna Markova’s grandmother used to kiss the unique marks at the very end of her fingertips, calling them “promise prints.” She said that the moment each of us are born, life makes a promise to the world that only we can fulfill. If you are convinced you really can’t and don’t make a difference, this is the book for you. Dawna Markova has been a teacher, psychotherapist, researcher, executive advisor, and organizational fairy godmother. She has given empowerment, creativity, and spirituality presentations around the world to various corporate and non-corporate audiences. Living A Loved life is an uplifting collection of stories woven from Dr. Markova’s own experience as well as those of her clients. These stories can help you find an untapped reservoir of capacity within—a connective force, a steady light in the depth of darkness. Living A Loved Life will leave you committed to never again diminish your mind or limit the capacity of your heart. If you liked I’ve Been Thinking . . . by Maria Shriver, On the Brink of Everything by Parker Palmer or Becoming Wise by Krista Tippet, you’ll love reading Living A Loved Life. “[Markova] insightfully shares how . . . to braid our strengths from even our most difficult life lessons. Her teachings guide us to reclaim our voice, redefine our story and create the life of our dreams . . . A rare jewel and a life-affirming literary masterpiece.” —Robyn Spizman, New York Times–bestselling author of Loving Out Loud: The Power of a Kind Word
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642501271
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
A collection of uplifting stories meant to show readers the potential they possess and to inspire them to live a better life. Instead of hugs, Dawna Markova’s grandmother used to kiss the unique marks at the very end of her fingertips, calling them “promise prints.” She said that the moment each of us are born, life makes a promise to the world that only we can fulfill. If you are convinced you really can’t and don’t make a difference, this is the book for you. Dawna Markova has been a teacher, psychotherapist, researcher, executive advisor, and organizational fairy godmother. She has given empowerment, creativity, and spirituality presentations around the world to various corporate and non-corporate audiences. Living A Loved life is an uplifting collection of stories woven from Dr. Markova’s own experience as well as those of her clients. These stories can help you find an untapped reservoir of capacity within—a connective force, a steady light in the depth of darkness. Living A Loved Life will leave you committed to never again diminish your mind or limit the capacity of your heart. If you liked I’ve Been Thinking . . . by Maria Shriver, On the Brink of Everything by Parker Palmer or Becoming Wise by Krista Tippet, you’ll love reading Living A Loved Life. “[Markova] insightfully shares how . . . to braid our strengths from even our most difficult life lessons. Her teachings guide us to reclaim our voice, redefine our story and create the life of our dreams . . . A rare jewel and a life-affirming literary masterpiece.” —Robyn Spizman, New York Times–bestselling author of Loving Out Loud: The Power of a Kind Word
Serafina's Promise
Author: Ann E. Burg
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545549949
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
A luminous novel in verse from the author of the Jefferson Cup award winner ALL THE BROKEN PIECES. Serafina hasa secret dream. She wants to go to schooland become a doctorwith her best friend, Julie Marie. But in their rural villageoutside Port-au-Prince, Haiti,many obstaclesstand in Serafina’s way--little money,never-ending chores,and Manman’s worries. More powerful eventhan all of theseare the heavy rainsand the shaking earththat test Serafina’s resolvein ways she never dreamed. At once heartbreaking and hopeful,this exquisitely crafted storywill leave a lasting impressionon your heart.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545549949
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
A luminous novel in verse from the author of the Jefferson Cup award winner ALL THE BROKEN PIECES. Serafina hasa secret dream. She wants to go to schooland become a doctorwith her best friend, Julie Marie. But in their rural villageoutside Port-au-Prince, Haiti,many obstaclesstand in Serafina’s way--little money,never-ending chores,and Manman’s worries. More powerful eventhan all of theseare the heavy rainsand the shaking earththat test Serafina’s resolvein ways she never dreamed. At once heartbreaking and hopeful,this exquisitely crafted storywill leave a lasting impressionon your heart.