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Have you ever wondered what mysteries the ocean holds? Prepare to explore the ocean from sunlit shallows to the deepest, darkest depths. Along the way, you'll meet many incredible creatures that are brand new to science. Dive to a coral reef and spot a new species of pygmy octopus. Travel deeper and discover fragile, nearly transparent jellies as they drift past. Then head down into a world of eternal night. You'll encounter animals that make their own light and zombie worms that feast on the bones of dead whales.

A selection of magical stories to entertain your children whilst you are waiting at the airport and are flying to your holiday.

Hey, Sport! It’s Me, Your Dad. isn’t a self-help audiobook: it’s advice from one man to any son, regardless of age, that could use some fatherly perspective. Created from real conversations with the authors’ sons and nephews, it’s the kind of talk a dad has with his son over some pizza and chicken wings when the truth matters more than good vibes. It’s not going to lie to you about “the system” or belittle you for being a man and going through some stuff in your life.

Elmaran Cherlmin spent the last eight years rising through the ranks in the Thaurian military . . . for nothing. After Thaurir successfully conquers the western half of Vathkeras, a foreign continent where tremors tear countries apart, he is arrested for treason. His accusers send him to a brutal work camp across the eastern divide where attacks from a mysterious, violent woodspeople are a constant threat. In an act of desperation to clear his name, Elmaran reaches out to Athira Delanor, a woman who sees him as the enemy.

🎙️ The Insight Introduction "Welcome back to The Rectitudes: From Character to Conduct. If the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) revealed who God has blessed—the 'poor in spirit' and the 'pure in heart'—then the Rectitudes are where the rubber meets the road. These are the external commands of Jesus, describing not who we are, but what we do with the transformed character God has given us. Jesus takes the law of Moses and brings it from the public square right into the hidden chambers of the human heart. He doesn't come to abolish the standard, but to raise it, showing us true righteousness...

A Black woman’s experience in a fly-over state.

This book describes and demystifies the factors that have helped accomplished schools generate successful and equitable outcomes for all their students, regardless of racial/ethnic background, language, or income. Grounded in observations of award-winning schools and high-functioning teams that have achieved impressive results, this practical resource explores success from the perspective of leadership teams. As a K-12 educator at any level of leadership or within a leadership team, you can influence the success of all groups of students!

Around the Table With the AOTR is a biweekly commentary series featuring Authors of the Resistance Founders, Sai Marie Johnson and Beverly L. Anderson, discussing important intersectional topics relevant to activism, advocacy, and being an author.

An assumption nearly everyone makes is that the best a teacher can hope for is to get most of their students to learn the concept they are teaching. In fact, in the segment of education that prepares people specifically for work (CTE, apprenticeships, and corporate training), many instructors believe that a 70-80 percent success rate is satisfactory. But based on his nearly forty years of experience preparing thousands of workplace instructors, Dr. Johnson believes we can obtain a 100 percent success rate.

Blood-Bought Promises Too is a daily devotional taken directly from the Word of God that will provide insight, encouragement, and clarity regarding the promises of God in the bible. These daily meditations are topical and speak briefly but in-depth to the heart of God’s Word in this season. Understanding the rightly divided Word of God should be the highest aspiration of every blood-bought believer. The quality of our lives is a byproduct of what we understand and apply from the Word.

Human rights should protect the dignity and well-being of all people. But in today's deeply divided world, some argue that cultural differences and economic inequality undermine their universality. In Human Rights in a Divided World, David Hollenbach offers a comprehensive and cohesive analysis of the challenges to human rights, suggesting that today's global realities call for important developments rooted in Catholic ethics.

A gentle moment of calm, just when little ones need it most. This heartwarming collection of 20 relaxing 5-minute stories is designed to soothe, settle, and bring a sense of peace to young listeners. Whether it’s winding down before bed, taking a quiet break during the day, or creating a calm atmosphere after playtime, these short and gentle tales provide the perfect escape into a world of kindness, imagination, and relaxation.

Teaching is becoming increasingly difficult. No, there's a better way to put it. Our precious profession is unpredictable. Each year is more challenging than the last. Students are more unhinged under the influence of influencers who subscribe to selfishness and irresponsibility. Parents, whether affluent or under the influence, have yet to develop a real sense of cooperation with the humans who agreed to build a solid academic foundation for their children. Yet, these are only some of the worst obstacles teachers must navigate.

Tired of dating games? It's time to ditch the B.S. and find the love you deserve. Geared towards mature individuals in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, Dating With No B.S. is your no-nonsense guide to navigating love and relationships without losing yourself.