Today is Maelaniis first day in her new school and she is very nervous. With hopes that this experience will be better than the disappointing one she had at her old school, Maelanii meets her teacher, settles into her classroom, and soon notices that everyone seems happy. At the end of the day, Maelanii writes a heartfelt note to her teacher, Ms. Clarke, about how much she hates school and leaves it on her desk. The next day when Maelanii arrives at school and finds a thoughtful note from Ms. Clarke to her, she feels super special. With encouragement from her teacher, Maelanii begins to embrace learning, finds new friends, and discovers she has untapped capabilities that allow her to achieve big goals and receive an unimaginable award at the end of the school year. In this inspirational book for children, a dedicated and kind-hearted teacher helps lead an insecure student to realize that she can do anything she sets her mind to and, most importantly, to believe in herself.
Introducing a fresh, fabulous and oh-so-fashionable new series that follows four girls from four countries as they find their way in the big, bright, blink-and-you'll-miss-it city of New York during a summer internship at the hottest magazine around - Flirt. Now a series of six titles, each offers a six-page full-colour magazine insert. Flirt is a wonderful new concept in a fresh magazine format that will appeal to girls 14+. Go on, Flirt a little! In volume 2 Alexa Veron is the Argentine on scholarship who's been given one mission: to drop the funny girl act this summer at Flirt. Is she ready to get serious behind the camera?
Most people recognize hockey superstar Bobby Clarke as the tough guy with the toothless grin. This fast-paced and energetic new book tells the story of Clarke's fights on and off the ice -- not with rival hockey players, but with diabetes. Long-time sports editor Nicole Mortillaro examines how Bobby was almost shunned from the league because of the disease, and recounts the impact of the important medical discoveries made about the disease since his time. [Fry Reading Level - 4.1]
The offices of "Flirt" magazine are abuzz with talented new interns, including a divaesque former child star and a budding literary genius--and the pace in the office is frantic. Full-color insert.
The second edition of The Sociology of Katrina brings together the nation's top sociological researchers in an effort to deepen our understanding of the modern catastrophe that is Hurricane Katrina. Five years after the storm, its profound impact continues to be felt. This new edition explores emerging themes, as well as ongoing issues that continue to besiege survivors. The book has been updated and revised throughout—from data about recovery efforts and environmental conditions, to discussions of major social issues in education, health care, the economy, and crime. The authors thoroughly review the important topic of recovery, both in New Orleans and in the wider area of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This new edition features a new chapter focused on the Katrina experience for people in the primary impact area, or "ground zero," five years after the storm. This chapter uncovers many challenges in overcoming the critical problems caused by the storm of the century. From this important update of the acclaimed first edition, it is apparent that "the storm is not over," as Katrina continues to generate political, economic, community, and personal controversy.
Alexa, Kiyoko, Olivia and Melanie are all in on New York¿s biggest event of the year¿Fashion Week. But soon the girls realize that their cool jobs come with some less cool responsibilities. Includes full-color newsletter insert. Chapter Book: 12 chapters.
Kiyoko is a Japanese maven of all things pop and looks forward to her summer interning at Flirt. She¿s sure she has the couture beat nailed¿until she is asked to shadow the entertainment editor instead. Includes full-color newsletter insert. Chapter Book: 11 chapters.
Media mogul Josephine Bishop was so impressed with Melanie, Alexa, Olivia and Kiyoko that she asks them to stay on for another year. But will financial woes, time-consuming jobs, school and parental pressure get in the way of the Flirt girls¿ dreams? Includes full-color newsletter insert. Chapter Book: 14 chapters.
Invited to England to meet Olivia's parents, Mel gets the brushoff for her hippie ways but when Liv, pining for her New York boyfriend, finally stands up to her controlling mother, the result is unexpected.
Twenty-one-year-old college student Alexis Nicole (Full Figured 2) proves once again a talent and insight beyond her years, with an intriguing story of three best friends trying to make their dreams come true in New York City. Fashion editor Skye's living the life, but she's got more than she can handle when a wealthy businessman and romantic artist both vie for her affections. Hairdresser Devin works at the hottest salon in the city, but life gets complicated when he becomes infatuated with a lover keeping dangerous secrets. And Cheyenne's been dating her boss for the past four years, but she doesn't know he's married. . .until she gets pregnant. It's a good thing these friends have each other to get them through!
Greenspan examines a selection of Cromwell’s conflicts, policies and imperial ventures to explore the ways in which the media was instrumental in developing, promoting and legitimizing government actions.
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