Perez weaves a delightful tale in rhyme for the young reader. Animals of the southwest come alive in this imaginative story of the “Texas Critter Band.” Each critter brings his own spin to the music in the air that is uniquely “Texan.” Perez writes with a charming Texas twang that readers throughout the country will relate to. The writer introduces children to animals that are often found only in the southwest making the book not only entertaining but educational. Beautifully illustrated by Shay Retzlaff, each image brings the character into sharp focus with her realistic renderings. Not only does the young reader experience detailed examples of each “critter,” the landscape of the southwest comes alive in dazzling color!
The ever intriguing Sasquatch is brought to life in brilliant color in Michelle Harvey-Perez’s newest book, “Sneaky Sasquatch.” The story takes place in a classic Black Forest setting as a young boy and his mother return through the woods toward home, stalked by the sneaky Sasquatch who is after the lollipop he holds tight in his hand. Peaking behind trees the Sasquatch follows them home. In delightful rhyme Perez crafts a story sure to become a classic for children. Illustrated by gifted artist and children’s book illustrator, Shay Retzlaff, the story is brought to life in remarkable detail and color. The young reader will fall in love with the illusive sneaky Sasquatch!
Latina/o/x Communication Studies: Theories, Methods, and Practice spotlights contemporary Latina/o/x Communication Studies research in various theoretical, methodological, and academic contexts. Leandra H. Hernández, Diana I. Bowen, Sara De Los Santos Upton, and Amanda R. Martinez have assembled a collection of case studies that focus on health, media, rhetoric, identity, organizations, the environment, and academia. Contributors expand upon previous Latina/o/x Communication Studies scholarship by examining identity and academic experiences in our current political climate; the role of language, identity, and Latinidades in health and media contexts; and the role of social activism in rhetorical, environmental, organizational, and border studies contexts. Scholars of communication, Latin American Studies, rhetoric, and sociology will find this book particularly useful.
Our Anthology is about fiction, non-fiction and realistic fiction. There are sad stories, love stories and fun stories. We used our creative minds and ideas to make this book.
Writing in the wake of neoliberalism, where human rights and social justice have increasingly been subordinated to proliferating “consumer choices” and ideals of market justice, contributors to this collection argue that feminist ethnographers are in a key position to reassert the central feminist connections between theory, methods, and activism. Together, we suggest avenues for incorporating methodological innovations, collaborative analysis, and collective activism in our scholarly projects. What are the possibilities (and challenges) that exist for feminist ethnography 25 years after initial debates emerged in this field about reflexivity, objectivity, reductive individualism, and the social relevance of activist scholarship? How can feminist ethnography intensify efforts towards social justice in the current political and economic climate? This collection continues a crucial dialog about feminist activist ethnography in the 21st century—at the intersection of engaged feminist research and activism in the service of the organizations, people, communities, and feminist issues we study.
It has been a little over thirteen years now since the time my son revealed his secret to me. In the almost four years' time that it has taken to complete this writing so many things have changed in our lives. God in His faithfulness has carried us through a hard time to a place of forgiveness, restoration, and blessing. I invite you to walk with me as I tell the tale of what I have learned along the way.I know the pain and struggles that many of you have faced or may still be facing-- brokenness, rejection, confusion, guilt, shame, lost relationships that weigh heavy on your heart, and so much more. I have walked that path with my own child. It is my heart's desire that in writing this book it will help to: -Bring life, healing, peace and joy back to those who are hurting.-Restore broken and lost relationships within the family and with our Creator.-Show how great the love of the Father is and how valuable we all are to Him.
With a foreword by Gloria Campos, successful news anchor, Elvera Mary is a story for all ages that demonstrates that no matter what obstacles you might be faced with, simply because some might perceive you as different from them and be uncomfortable with those differences, always keep a happy heart and loving spirit and be kind. Because it's what is in your heart that matters. And anything is possible in America!
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