Favorite Stories by Carole Therese Plum. Children three to six years old love these stories for the cheerful text and bright pictures. Adults love them for the lessons they teach. Peter wants to join the circus, but is that a realistic dream? Is there something else for Peter to do?
When young Margaret L. Smitherman receives a journal as a gift from her husband, she uses it to reflect on her future, not yet knowing what she wants to do with her life. Her writings find a purpose at a family gathering when she realizes that the men discuss war and politics while the women serve refreshments and share recipes. Suddenly, Margaret's years at school take on new meaning. In 1847, Margaret graduated from Oberlin College, a progressive school that allows women and people of color to attend at a time when few other schools do. Throughout her life, she continues to be profoundly influenced by the school, encouraged by her parents' support of education and intellectual pursuits. But more importantly, her mother and father teach her to think independently. In 1848, Margaret travels to Seneca Falls, New York, for the first women's rights convention. She reunites with old college friends who are now advocating for abolition, temperance, and women's rights. She returns home invigorated, prepared to participate in the fight to advance the rights of women. Author Mary Carol Farber spins a compelling tale of history, the strength and courage of women, and the undaunted tenacity of the human spirit.
It can be challenging to feel like you don't belong, like you're on the outside looking in. That feeling of exclusion and loneliness can be so painful. But there is hope, that's what this book is all about. Nine incredible women have come together to share their stories of struggle and triumph. Each story is a pearl in a beautiful string, connected by the thread of belonging. As you read these stories, you'll feel the expanse of human emotion - the expectation, excitement, and joyfulness that comes from finding your place in the world. Through the common humanity that connects us, we see ourselves in others. A reminder we're all in this together. This book is a gift, created with love by women for women. It's written to uplift and inspire, to bring you a sense of hope and joy. Dive in, be entertained, delighted, and share in the personal victories of these amazing women. As you read, may you find your own path to belonging, and know that you are loved and valued just as you are.
Harlequin® Heartwarming celebrates wholesome, heartfelt relationships imbued with the traditional values so important to you: home, family, community and love. Experience all that and more with four new novels in one collection! This Harlequin Heartwarming box set includes: FALLING FOR THE COWBOY DAD Home to Eagle’s Rest by Patricia Johns Grace Beverly is finally over her hopeless crush on Billy Austin…until he returns to Eagle’s Rest, Colorado, with his adorable daughter. Can Grace help Billy adjust to being a dad? Or will she lose her heart—again? A PROMISE REMEMBERED by Elizabeth Mowers He’s a man on the run. She’s the one he left behind. When fate reunites Annie Curtis and William Kauffman on the Lake Superior shoreline, it’s the second chance at love they’ve always wanted. IN THE DOCTOR’S ARMS Seasons of Alaska by Carol Ross Iris James is over her past,or will be once she departs the town that’s left her romantically scarred. Dr. Flynn Ramsey will do anything to convince his secret crush to stay, even winning over Iris’s huge family one member at a time! TENNESSEE REUNION Williamston Wildlife Rescue by Carolyn McSparren Anne MacDonald knew her job as a mini-horse trainer would be hard. But the hardest part isn’t the minis—it’s the stubborn vet, Vince Peterson! Can Anne get Vince to believe in the minis…and in her? Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Heartwarming!
The sixth edition "Essentials of Children's Literature" offers a concise, straightforward presentation of children's literature that engages students and motivates them to share literature with children. Written with a comprehensive, "facts-only" approach, this lucid resource offers an abundance of examples to illustrate how to use children's literature in the classroom.
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