Teach children their history and you will give them a life-long legacy Genealogy is an exiting and rewarding academic challenge that helps to build character, self esteem and self-confidence. This is one of the most interesting adventures parents and their children can take together. This activity & coloring book is filled with a variety of family activities for your child. Here is some of the activities your child will have fun doing as they learn about their family history. Antique Treasure Hunts, Fill in the Blank Questions, Family Pop Quiz, Oral History Interviews.
Now in its second edition. This text has been extensively revised and rewritten to reflect the growth in environmental research during the last decade. Human-induced environmental change is occurring at such a rapid rate that, inevitably, the fundamental processes involved in biogeochemical cycling are being altered. Global Environmental Change considers alterations to the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, sulphur and other elements as a result of industrial/technological development and agriculture, which have significantly altered the natural environment. The book adopts a temporal and spatial approach to environmental change, beginning with the natural environmental change of the Quaternery period and continuing with the culturally-induced change since the inception of agriculture 10,000 years ago.
This is a comprehensive grammar of the Papuan language Bunaq as spoken in the district of Lamaknen. Bunaq belongs to the Timor-Alor-Pantar language family, which comprises the westernmost Papuan languages. Surrounded on all sides by Austronesian languages, Bunaq has developed in isolation from other members of the family, and as a result shows a range of unique morphosyntactic patterns. This grammar provides a detailed synchronic description of Bunaq based on a functional-typological approach. Following additional fieldwork and containing new material and analyses, this book is a thoroughly revised version of the author’s 2010 PhD thesis, which won the Pāṇini Award of the Association for Linguistic Typology.
This book relates in particular to the Javanese inscriptions of the period A.D. 901-929, a time of special interest because of the transfer of royal government from Central to East Java. With the aid of inscriptions from this period, as well as before and after, it is possible to draw tentative conclusions which seek the explanation for this shift not so much in the area of political but of socio-economic history. This is the first study to pay attention to the role of socio-economic factors in early Javanese history. By examining the Old Javanese inscriptions in detail, it is possible to produce valuable information on trade—merchandise and merchants; on the administrative system as it affected the change in the country-side—the sima and the watěk; and on the many officials who were involved in the carrying out the king’s orders as the affected the change in tax-status of a foundation. The book contains full lists of various categories of items from the inscriptions which provide a basis for the renewed study of Old Javanese epigraphic materials.
Mannion is extremely well known author and big name in the field Very popular area of study for students - texts in this area always sell well None of the competing texts are concise introductions Core module on most geography and environment studies, and earth studies modules worldwide Series is very accessible and user friendly for students - lots of student text features
Reading to a child is leading him/her into the world of a particular topic. The interpretations and explanations are fundamental in formulating a mind's image of all that is verbalized. What is read to a child is just as important as how it is read, and once a child steps into the words using his own imagination there is a stimulation that entices their want to hear more. Running alongside a lion in chase, or climbing to the very top of a huge redwood and seeing the entire world below, skipping along the ocean floor, or hearing a voice coming from a tree are just a few of the many trips your child will take in their journey through Isabella's Fables. And through the adventure there is a lesson to be learned. Unlike the fables of old, these stories are written in present day vernacular and the "moral of the story" is easily understood.
When Afrikaans singer and actress Antoinette Pienaar first stood before renowned Griqua healer Oom Johannes Willemse, he said: ‘So you have arrived here at last, Juffrou!’ For almost forty years Oom Johannes had been dreaming of a woman in a red bakkie to whom he would transfer his knowledge – knowledge passed from grandfather to grandson since the dawn of time. After a seven-year apprenticeship, Antoinette now writes about the healing powers of Karoo herbs. About how they can move you – for Oom Johannes’s approach heals not only body, but also soul. In The Griqua’s Apprentice you hear the warm voice of Antoinette as thousands of people have come to know it on radio and on stage. With insight and empathy, and always ready with an anecdote, she shares her knowledge and Oom Johannes’s wisdom compassionately and wholly. Enriched with photographs, stories, advice and indices, The Griqua’s Apprentice is as much a reference as it is a storybook.
* Ideal as part of portfolio of evidence for students of NVQ Levels 1-3 in Construction Crafts, and GNVQ Intermediate and Advanced, in Construction and the Built Environment. * Applies mathematical skills to realistic construction situations. * Companion Teacher's Pack contains a wealth of assessments and tests on all core number skills.
Focusing on the agency of enslaved Africans and their descendants in the South, this work argues for the systematic unveiling and recovery of subjugated knowledge, histories, and cultural practices of those traditionally silenced and overlooked by national heritage projects and national public memories. Jackson uses both ethnographic and ethnohistorical data to show the various ways African Americans actively created and maintained their own heritage and cultural formations. Viewed through the lens of four distinctive plantation sites—including the one on which that the ancestors of First Lady Michelle Obama lived—everyday acts of living, learning, and surviving profoundly challenge the way American heritage has been constructed and represented. A fascinating, critical view of the ways culture, history, social policy, and identity influence heritage sites and the business of heritage research management in public spaces.
The literary presence of Harriet Martineau pervades 19th-century English and American culture. This edition makes her work available, and focuses on her writings on imperialism. It should be of interest to scholars of colonialism, women's writing, Victorian studies, sociology and journalism.
This collection of Tibetan poetry and lyrics is accompanied by extensive commentary and offers a great insight into a rich literary culture. Tibet, remote and inaccessible, is less known to the western world for its literary than its artistic contributions to world culture. Nevertheless, it has produced a literature of enduring beauty and significance, the supreme achievement of which is the poetry of Milarepa, its greatest poet and saint. This Tibetan poetry book indicates in its poetic exaggeration that, to the Tibetans, his poetry contains all earthly and celestial wisdom. It is from this masterpiece that the selections for the present volume have been made—songs in which Milarepa describes his life in the solitude of mountain glaciers, his yogic attainments in self-discipline, his encounters with demons who try to obstruct his meditations, and his arrival at enlightenment and spiritual freedom. Presented here in skillful translation—in a volume decorated with original Tibetan woodcuts and motifs from Tibetan art—these poems shiningly reflect the genius of Tibet's "Old Man, Storehouse of Songs.
The literary presence of Harriet Martineau pervades 19th-century English and American culture. This edition makes her work available, and focuses on her writings on imperialism. It should be of interest to scholars of colonialism, women's writing, Victorian studies, sociology and journalism.
The death of a significant person in Allison Cane's life changes her forever and this tragic death causes Allison to regret a decision she made long ago. She begins a quest to right the wrong and in doing so, she will destroy the people closest to her. Allison's aunt, Sarah Holland, knows the sorrow that death can cause, because she also has been scarred by death. Since her childhood, Sarah has put the needs of others before her own and she is determined to save her niece from making the biggest mistake of her life. Allison would like nothing more than to rid her aunt from her life forever. Since childhood, she has always felt her aunt was trying to control her and also believed Sarah was the obstacle that destroyed an important relationship in her life. From early on, she decided never to allow her aunt to get close enough to manipulate her. Allison will soon discover that blood is indeed thicker than water. This book will follow two women from childhood to adulthood, beginning in 1944 to present time. During their journey you will come to know how death has played such an important role in their lives. It is assumed that death arrives when a person has lived a long and, hopefully, happy life. Death doesn't always choose the old and it comes when you least expect it. Often, the young is its prey and it leaves the old behind. Discover how one moves forward when you have no control over death. Travel this journey of love, lost love, sorrow, laughter, and friendship.
About the Book Justification of an Insurrectionist portrays the harsh realities of the world today, such as racism, prejudices, violence, and a broken justice system. It also portrays the hopes and inspiration of correcting such a corrupt system. When Ambiance’s bookstore is found vandalized and her coworker, Chelsea, missing, Ambiance and her friends, Neema and Miguel, set out to find what happened to their friend. The fight is not over once they save Chelsea from the clutches of Officer Chump and his officers—who are known for their racist and violent tactics. It will take not only Ambiance and her friends, but others in the police department and community to fight the forces of evil, and bring Officer Chump and his officers to justice. About the Author Antoinette L. Wells has a huge passion for writing; it is very therapeutic for her. She also enjoys nature in its full capacity. She lives with her adult autistic son, Demitri, who is her world. She recently lost her oldest son, Sebastian Daniel Wells-Reines, tragically. He was intelligent, caring, and a big-hearted young man, and remains in her heart. This book is dedicated to her beautiful son.
More and more Christians are embracing the concept that they have been created for a divine purpose. Many are proclaiming their sense of call to some form of ministry or business for the building of Gods Kingdom. However, one question lingers; If God has created every individual with purpose, graced each with gifts and ordained vision, why are we not seeing the Kingdom of God manifest in healthy, powerful, mature, and abundant fruit-bearing outcomes? Well, Jesus gave the answer: ...narrow is the gate and difficult is the way that leads to life, and there are few who find it. Matthew 7:14 NIV The Narrow Gate is a work suited to both the growing believer and those who lead. Once a new believer has been discipled, this work provides a detailed explanation and encourages the believer to begin the personal work of transformation in preparation for healthy and meaningful service. For those who serve in leadership, this work will help you discover a means to identify and transform growth areas into solid qualities of excellence with which to improve mentoring and leadership skills. Everyone can utilize this work to assess personal wholeness and promote effective kingdom building. The Narrow Gate provides a comprehensive guide and exploration into the internal work of transformation. Believers are invited to enter through The Narrow Gate to discover Gods purposes in breaking, melting, and molding believers in preparation for divine destiny. Herein is an opportunity to journey with God through the wilderness of transformation.
Tree Wise: The Signing Branches is a delightful story about a boy who learns how to help his new friend and classmates understand more about deaf culture. A wise old tree teaches sign language to the children through games, while colorful pictures and simple diagrams make it easy to pick up sign language.
This is the inspiring story of Mother Benedict Duss and the famous Benedictine monastery she founded in Bethlehem, Connecticut, the Abbey of Regina Laudis, a large flourishing community of contemplative Benedictine nuns.
In this one-of-a-kind resource, a seasoned educator guides primary teachers through planning and managing a cohesive, balanced literacy program. She begins by asking them to consider district requirements, national standards, and our individual goals. From there, she demonstrates how to map out plans for each month, week, and day. Chocked full of organizational tips, sample plans, and model lessons, this book will make teachers feel empowered and in control. For use with Grades K-2.
From seclude outcast, to undying beauty and eternally evil, socially inept Carrie Carter has been a pariah for most of her life. Rumors about her family ranging from the fanciful to the utterly ridiculous have been the bane of her existence. But, what her classmates don’t know is how close to the truth the rumors really are. As Carrie nears her eighteenth birthday, she starts to experience subtle changes. Confused and frightened, she thinks that she is going to die from the some illness horrible condition that caused all the males in her family to meet their untimely demise. Nothing could have prepared her for what would happen next. Change is only the beginning…
The theft of strategic and nuclear weapons from a GRU arsenal in the Ukraine gets prompt and full attention at the highest levels of the U.S. and Russian governments. But their respective intelligence communities are having considerable difficulty identifying the perpetrators, much less accurately assessing their motivation and intent. Nations known to be seeking nuclear weapons capability top the list of suspects, together with likely sub-national groups of terrorists and fanatics, and perhaps even the GRU itself. A Russian Admiral, hero of the former Soviet Union, and his KGB friend and colleague turn up unexpectedly in the Caribbean. A Vieques island innkeeper called "The Frenchman," a stunningly beautiful Puerto Rican doctor, a Chinese majordomo, a captivating San Juan socialite, a British artist, and an outspoken priest all appear to be enmeshed in the resulting web of subterfuge. Who has the weapons? And why? Who will be targeted? And when? The nuclear theft is the first move in what becomes an international chess game of intrigue, espionage and deception against the most unlikely opposition.
During the Progressive Era, a time when the field of design was dominated almost entirely by men, a largely forgotten activist and teacher named Louise Brigham became a pioneer of sustainable furniture design. With her ingenious system for building inexpensive but sturdy “box furniture” out of recycled materials, she aimed to bring good design to the urban working class. As Antoinette LaFarge shows, Brigham forged a singular career for herself that embraced working in the American and European settlement movements, publishing a book of box furniture designs, running carpentry workshops in New York, and founding a company that offered some of the earliest ready-to-assemble furniture in the United States. Her work was a resounding critique of capitalism’s waste and an assertion of new values in design—values that stand at the heart of today’s open and green design movements.
“This set of essays analyses the work of Isabel Hofmeyr, globally recognised as one of South Africa’s foremost literary and Indian Ocean scholars. The essays elucidate Hofmeyr’s path-breaking studies of transnational histories of the book, African print cultures, and cultural circulations in the Indian Ocean world. This book draws together reflective and analytical essays by renowned intellectuals from around the world who critically engage with the work of one of the global South’s leading scholars of African print cultures and the oceanic humanities. Isabel Hofmeyr’s scholarship spans more than four decades, and its sustained and long-term influence on her discipline and beyond is formidable. While much of the history of print cultures has been written primarily from the North, Isabel Hofmeyr is one of the leading thinkers producing new knowledge in this area from Africa, the Indian Ocean world and the global South. Her major contribution encompasses the history of the book as well as shorter textual forms and abridged iterations of canonical works such as John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim’s Progress. She has done pioneering research on the ways in which such printed matter moves across the globe, focusing on intra-African trajectories and circulations as well as movements across land and sea, port and shore. The essays gathered here are written in a blend of intellectual and personal modes, and mostly by scholars of Indian and African descent. Via their engagement with Hofmeyr’s path-breaking work, the essays in turn elaborate and contribute to studies of print culture as well as critical oceanic studies, consolidating their findings from the point of view of global South historical contexts and textual practices.”--Publisher’s description.
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