Author: Hollie Rankin
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 0429781016
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
This beautifully illustrated, therapeutic picture book tells the story of Ava the Elephant. Ava lives in a house where she doesn’t always feel happy and safe, but it is a house that Ava loves. One day Ava’s house falls down. Ava is a very determined elephant and sets out in search of a new home. She tries many different houses on her journey, but none seem quite right; none seem stable or safe enough to her. This storybook has been written to support key adults in helping traumatised children to find a way to trust again. The story encourages children to identify with some of Ava’s experience and to explore the feelings she experiences. The book helps promote discussion and reflection; and aims to reassure children that it is possible to find a ‘house that won’t fall down’. The resource Guide to Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children has been written to accompany the picture book, providing information, guidance and ideas for anyone supporting a traumatised child, in school or at home.
The House That Wouldn’t Fall Down
Author: Hollie Rankin
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 0429781016
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
This beautifully illustrated, therapeutic picture book tells the story of Ava the Elephant. Ava lives in a house where she doesn’t always feel happy and safe, but it is a house that Ava loves. One day Ava’s house falls down. Ava is a very determined elephant and sets out in search of a new home. She tries many different houses on her journey, but none seem quite right; none seem stable or safe enough to her. This storybook has been written to support key adults in helping traumatised children to find a way to trust again. The story encourages children to identify with some of Ava’s experience and to explore the feelings she experiences. The book helps promote discussion and reflection; and aims to reassure children that it is possible to find a ‘house that won’t fall down’. The resource Guide to Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children has been written to accompany the picture book, providing information, guidance and ideas for anyone supporting a traumatised child, in school or at home.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 0429781016
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 21
Book Description
This beautifully illustrated, therapeutic picture book tells the story of Ava the Elephant. Ava lives in a house where she doesn’t always feel happy and safe, but it is a house that Ava loves. One day Ava’s house falls down. Ava is a very determined elephant and sets out in search of a new home. She tries many different houses on her journey, but none seem quite right; none seem stable or safe enough to her. This storybook has been written to support key adults in helping traumatised children to find a way to trust again. The story encourages children to identify with some of Ava’s experience and to explore the feelings she experiences. The book helps promote discussion and reflection; and aims to reassure children that it is possible to find a ‘house that won’t fall down’. The resource Guide to Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children has been written to accompany the picture book, providing information, guidance and ideas for anyone supporting a traumatised child, in school or at home.
All the Way Home
Author: David Giffels
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061732567
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
As wry as Bill Bryson’s I’m a Stranger Here Myself, as insightful as Tracy Kidder’s House, here is smart, engaging tale of one man’s stuggle to restore his family’s new home—a decrepit old mansion—and discover himself With his pregnant wife and their 18-month-old son in tow, David Giffels scoured the environs of Akron, OH, in search of the perfect house. But nothing seemed right . . . until he spotted the beautiful, decaying Guilded Era mansion. A former rubber robber baron’s domain, the once grand house does need some repair . . . okay it’s a dump. So what if, there’s “nothing holding this place up but memory,”—the assessment of his father, a structural engineer? It wouldn’t be perfect if it were easy, and Giffels relishes the challenge. He’s a committed do it yourselfer who fears a life without struggle—and Home Depot. All the Way Home follows Giffels’s funny and sometimes frustrating journey as he and his young family turns a decrepit money pit into the the home of their dreams. From outwitting squatters (both four- and two-legged) to rebuilding termite ridden walls, battling wisteria vines and finding $14,000 in Depression-era cash hidden in a bathroom wall, Giffels takes readers along on the ultimate fixer-up trip. Throughout he shows them the heart of a young man on the brink of adulthood, happily struggling with his new roles as a husband and a father—a man trying to find his way without losing himself.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061732567
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
As wry as Bill Bryson’s I’m a Stranger Here Myself, as insightful as Tracy Kidder’s House, here is smart, engaging tale of one man’s stuggle to restore his family’s new home—a decrepit old mansion—and discover himself With his pregnant wife and their 18-month-old son in tow, David Giffels scoured the environs of Akron, OH, in search of the perfect house. But nothing seemed right . . . until he spotted the beautiful, decaying Guilded Era mansion. A former rubber robber baron’s domain, the once grand house does need some repair . . . okay it’s a dump. So what if, there’s “nothing holding this place up but memory,”—the assessment of his father, a structural engineer? It wouldn’t be perfect if it were easy, and Giffels relishes the challenge. He’s a committed do it yourselfer who fears a life without struggle—and Home Depot. All the Way Home follows Giffels’s funny and sometimes frustrating journey as he and his young family turns a decrepit money pit into the the home of their dreams. From outwitting squatters (both four- and two-legged) to rebuilding termite ridden walls, battling wisteria vines and finding $14,000 in Depression-era cash hidden in a bathroom wall, Giffels takes readers along on the ultimate fixer-up trip. Throughout he shows them the heart of a young man on the brink of adulthood, happily struggling with his new roles as a husband and a father—a man trying to find his way without losing himself.
Monster Tales
Author: Alfa-Betty Olsen
Publisher: Twin Sisters®
ISBN: 1625815069
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
The Mother Goose Monsters have brewed up some mixed-up, haunted fairy tales perfect for young readers. These silly, spooky stories, coupled with captivating art, will make Halloween a frightful treat. Find out what happens one dark and stormy night when all of the little monsters take turns telling their favorite tale with a special "monster twist."
Publisher: Twin Sisters®
ISBN: 1625815069
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
The Mother Goose Monsters have brewed up some mixed-up, haunted fairy tales perfect for young readers. These silly, spooky stories, coupled with captivating art, will make Halloween a frightful treat. Find out what happens one dark and stormy night when all of the little monsters take turns telling their favorite tale with a special "monster twist."
Tammany Boy
Author: Dermot Cavanagh
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : New York (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : New York (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Old-House Journal
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Old-House Journal is the original magazine devoted to restoring and preserving old houses. For more than 35 years, our mission has been to help old-house owners repair, restore, update, and decorate buildings of every age and architectural style. Each issue explores hands-on restoration techniques, practical architectural guidelines, historical overviews, and homeowner stories--all in a trusted, authoritative voice.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Old-House Journal is the original magazine devoted to restoring and preserving old houses. For more than 35 years, our mission has been to help old-house owners repair, restore, update, and decorate buildings of every age and architectural style. Each issue explores hands-on restoration techniques, practical architectural guidelines, historical overviews, and homeowner stories--all in a trusted, authoritative voice.
The Mother Is In Village
Author: DIVIK RAMESH
Publisher: INDIA NETBOOKS
ISBN: 8194174325
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Acknowledgments This book of my poems into English translation from original Hindi is a further step in continuation of my earlier book ‘Feather’ ( First edition: 1984 and 2nd edition with added new poems: 1994 published by Writers Workshop, Kolkata). I am sure that this book also be welcomed by the readers like the earlier one. It is a matter of great satisfaction for me that magazines/journals/ anthologies like Chandrabhaga, Illustrated Weekly of India, Indian Author, New Letters (University of Missouri( Kansas City, USA), Pratibha India, The Hinustan Times, Lotus (Edited by Faiz Ahamad Faiz), Indian Poetry Today (ICCR), Korean Indian Culture , New Quest, Kavya Bharati, Continuum, One Yet Many-The Cadence of Diversity, Natural Modernism (Han Media Co. LTd), Skylark, हिndi (Wardha Hindi University) and others have already published my poems. My gratitude is due to my respected translator-friends: Sunita Jain, Santosh Alex, V.K.Joshi, O.P. Kejariwal and Vishwa Mohan Tiwari; To Magazines and sites: Indian Literature, Muse India, The Korea Times, Kalpana, the journal (Editor-in-Charge Manu S Kurup). to family members who have always proved a strength and inspiring force to me. to poet and publisher Dr. Sanjeev Kumar who very kindly gave a rare tempting offer to publish this anthology of my poems which I accepted happily. Divik Ramesh
Publisher: INDIA NETBOOKS
ISBN: 8194174325
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Acknowledgments This book of my poems into English translation from original Hindi is a further step in continuation of my earlier book ‘Feather’ ( First edition: 1984 and 2nd edition with added new poems: 1994 published by Writers Workshop, Kolkata). I am sure that this book also be welcomed by the readers like the earlier one. It is a matter of great satisfaction for me that magazines/journals/ anthologies like Chandrabhaga, Illustrated Weekly of India, Indian Author, New Letters (University of Missouri( Kansas City, USA), Pratibha India, The Hinustan Times, Lotus (Edited by Faiz Ahamad Faiz), Indian Poetry Today (ICCR), Korean Indian Culture , New Quest, Kavya Bharati, Continuum, One Yet Many-The Cadence of Diversity, Natural Modernism (Han Media Co. LTd), Skylark, हिndi (Wardha Hindi University) and others have already published my poems. My gratitude is due to my respected translator-friends: Sunita Jain, Santosh Alex, V.K.Joshi, O.P. Kejariwal and Vishwa Mohan Tiwari; To Magazines and sites: Indian Literature, Muse India, The Korea Times, Kalpana, the journal (Editor-in-Charge Manu S Kurup). to family members who have always proved a strength and inspiring force to me. to poet and publisher Dr. Sanjeev Kumar who very kindly gave a rare tempting offer to publish this anthology of my poems which I accepted happily. Divik Ramesh
Discovering Voice
Author: Nancy Dean
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1625219334
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Discovering Voice is a collection of classroom exercises that helps students deeply understand the reading and writing of complex text. The lessons, which cover diction, detail, figurative language, imagery, syntax, and tone, help students understand voice in what they read and encourage them to develop a strong, personal voice in their own writing. Every voice lesson includes a quotation selected from a wide range of fiction and nonfiction text, two discussion questions, and an exercise that encourages students to practice what they have learned about the elements of voice. These lessons are specifically designed for students in middle and high school. The lessons provide focused practice for a specific element of voice and take only 10 to 20 minutes of class time. Discovering Voice lessons fit well with any curriculum. As students work with the elements that comprise voice, they will improve their ability to critically analyze text. Students will also learn to apply the elements of voice to their own writing, creating a clear voice of their own.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1625219334
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Discovering Voice is a collection of classroom exercises that helps students deeply understand the reading and writing of complex text. The lessons, which cover diction, detail, figurative language, imagery, syntax, and tone, help students understand voice in what they read and encourage them to develop a strong, personal voice in their own writing. Every voice lesson includes a quotation selected from a wide range of fiction and nonfiction text, two discussion questions, and an exercise that encourages students to practice what they have learned about the elements of voice. These lessons are specifically designed for students in middle and high school. The lessons provide focused practice for a specific element of voice and take only 10 to 20 minutes of class time. Discovering Voice lessons fit well with any curriculum. As students work with the elements that comprise voice, they will improve their ability to critically analyze text. Students will also learn to apply the elements of voice to their own writing, creating a clear voice of their own.
Harper's New Monthly Magazine
Author: Henry Mills Alden
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 992
Book Description
Harper's informs a diverse body of readers of cultural, business, political, literary and scientific affairs.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 992
Book Description
Harper's informs a diverse body of readers of cultural, business, political, literary and scientific affairs.
Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children & The House that Wouldn't Fall Down
Author: Hollie Rankin
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000397998
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
At time children are unable or unwilling to access or engage with emotional and mental health support services. Often members of a child’s support network are therefore required to provide this emotional guidance and support to children. This set, consisting of a guidebook and accompanying story book, is intended to be used as a guide by families and friends, school staff, and any other adults supporting children who have experienced trauma, to help them to provide the emotional guidance these children need. Guide to Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children aims to educate the reader about trauma and the impact of an insecure attachment, how it may impact a child, how to support a child, as well as understanding different behaviours. The accompanying story book, The House That Wouldn’t Fall Down, been written to support key adults in helping traumatised children to find a way to trust again. The story encourages children to identify with some of Ava’s experience and to explore the feelings she experiences. This set was designed to be used by any person supporting a child who has experienced trauma or an insecure attachment no matter their previous understanding of these issues. It is specifically written to be as accessible and as user friendly as possible to help rather than hinder the user, and the books can be used separately or together.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000397998
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
At time children are unable or unwilling to access or engage with emotional and mental health support services. Often members of a child’s support network are therefore required to provide this emotional guidance and support to children. This set, consisting of a guidebook and accompanying story book, is intended to be used as a guide by families and friends, school staff, and any other adults supporting children who have experienced trauma, to help them to provide the emotional guidance these children need. Guide to Re-building Trust with Traumatised Children aims to educate the reader about trauma and the impact of an insecure attachment, how it may impact a child, how to support a child, as well as understanding different behaviours. The accompanying story book, The House That Wouldn’t Fall Down, been written to support key adults in helping traumatised children to find a way to trust again. The story encourages children to identify with some of Ava’s experience and to explore the feelings she experiences. This set was designed to be used by any person supporting a child who has experienced trauma or an insecure attachment no matter their previous understanding of these issues. It is specifically written to be as accessible and as user friendly as possible to help rather than hinder the user, and the books can be used separately or together.
The Macdermots of Ballycloran
Author: Anthony Trollope
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Families
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Families
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description