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The Story Adult Curriculum Participant's Guide: Getting to the Heart of God's Story
by Randy Frazee Kevin HarneyTo understand the Bible, says author and pastor Randy Frazee, you need bifocal lenses, because two perspectives are involved. The Lower Story, our story, is actually many stories of men and women interacting with God in the daily course of life. The Upper Story is God’s story, the tale of his great, overarching purpose that fits all the individual stories together like panels in one unified mural. In 31 video sessions, The Story video curriculum will open your eyes to God’s master-plan unfolding in the lives of the Bible’s characters-and in your own life. Discover the heart of God’s Upper Story, and the joy that comes as you align your story with God’s. The Story DVD and Participant’s Guide (sold separately) are designed for use by groups of all sizes, including small groups and Sunday school and adult education classes, for each of the 31 weeks of The Story church-wide journey.
The Story Bible Study Guide: Getting to the Heart of God's Story (The Story)
by Randy FrazeeThe Story group Bible study provides groups of all sizes the opportunity to discuss and apply what they experience during the 31-week The Story church campaign.To understand the Bible, says Frazee, you need bifocal lenses, because two perspectives are involved. The Lower Story, our story, is actually many stories of men and women interacting with God in the daily course of life.The Upper Story is God&’s story, the tale of his great, overarching purpose that puts the individual stories together like panels in one unified mural.In 31 sessions, The Story video-based group study opens your eyes to God&’s master plan unfolding in the lives of the Bible&’s characters and in your own life.Discover the heart of God&’s Upper Story, and the joy that comes as you align your story with God&’s. The Story Study Guide and DVD (sold separately) are designed for use by groups of all sizes, including small groups and Sunday school and adult education classes.Designed for use with The Story Adult Curriculum Study DVD (9780310329527) sold separately.
The Story Cure: A Book Doctor's Pain-Free Guide to Finishing Your Novel or Memoir
by Dinty W. MooreA collection of cures for writer's block, plotting and characterization issues, and other ailments writers face when completing a novel or memoir, prescribed by the director of creative writing at Ohio University.People want to write the book they know is inside of them, but they run into stumbling blocks that trouble everyone from beginners to seasoned writers. Drawing on his years of teaching at both the university level and at writing workshops across the country, Professor Dinty W. Moore dons his book-doctor hat to present an authoritative guide to curing the issues that truly plague writers atall levels. His hard-hitting handbook provides inspiring solutions for diagnoses such as character anemia, flat plot, and silent voice, and is peppered with flashes of Moore's signature wit and unique take on the writing life.
The Story I Want To Tell: Explorations In The Art Of Writing
by The Telling RoomThe Story I Want to Tell is a compilation of forty stories, essays, and poems. Half of them were written by young writers who work with The Telling Room in Portland, Maine, and the other half by experienced writers who were inspired by the work of their younger counterparts. This one-of-a-kind collection includes work by Richard Blanco, Richard Russo, Elizabeth Gilbert, George Saunders, Dave Eggers, Ann Beattie, Campbell McGrath, Jonathan Lethem, Bill Roorbach, Betsy Scholl, Ari Meil, Lily King, Melissa Coleman, Jaed Coffin, Gibson Fay-LeBlanc, Lewis Robinson, Monica Wood, Susan Conley, Sara Corbett, and Mike Paterniti. <P><P> By breaking down the barriers of age, experience, education, and knowledge, these authors celebrate the shared act of writing. Through the pairs of writing, a Q&A with the authors, and writing prompts, The Story I Want to Tell encourages writers--young and old--to explore their own writing and make their voices heard.
The Story Luke Tells: Luke's Unique Witness to the Gospel
by Justo L. GonzalezAmong New Testament writers, who is the best historian? Without a doubt, says Justo Gonzalez, it’s Luke. Concerned about the particulars of people and events, Luke also gives readers the big picture, positioning the stories of Jesus not just in the history of Israel but in the history of humankind. Luke uniquely tells us the grand story of salvation -- then and now.Gonzalez skillfully highlights key themes in Luke’s storytelling, including his strong emphasis on God’s “great reversals,” his keen interest in shared meals and their intimate connection to worship and communion, and his passionate underscoring of both the saving work of Christ and the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. Writing in a conversational style, Gonzalez draws readers into Luke’s story with fresh overviews and rich details, showing how Luke invites us to continue his gospel witness today.Watch a 2014 interview with the author of this book here:
The Story Maker Motivator
by Frances DickensThe Story Maker Motivator is an inspiring resource for educators and anyone else aiming to help secondary school pupils write and think creatively. Based on tried and tested activities and approaches first presented in the authors' award-winning book for primary schools, this is a unique collection of classroom materials."If I was Head of English I would definitely use it. It is packed with ideas, there are so many lessons a teacher could get out of it. It is different from anything I have seen." Roger Mason retired Head Teacher of Backwell Secondary School, Bristol.Topics covered include narrative planning, beginnings, cliffhangers, suspense hooks, endings, objects, characters, feelings, settings, speech and sound, descriptive story elements and thesauruses.Other key features include:- a mixture of photos, illustrations, and scenarios to inspire creativity;- sample plans to help you devise stimulating lessons;- downloadable resources containing printable versions of activities and lesson plans.Suitable for English teachers, student teachers, EFL teachers, special needs teachers, learning support teachers and parents working at home with their children, this wide-ranging resource provides a unique approach to broadening writing and thinking skills.You may also be interested in the award-winning book for primary schools by the same author: The Story Maker.
The Story Maker: Helping 4 – 11 Year Olds to Write Creatively
by Frances Dickens Kirstin LewisThe Story Maker is an innovative manual designed to help children aged 4-11 write creatively. Packed with original colour illustrations, the book is full of handy tips and guidance that will inspire children of all abilities to write their own stories and broaden their vocabulary. Each chapter focuses on a key element of story writing; for example story types, settings, characters, feelings and time. The chapters contain writer’s tips and easy-to-implement suggestions, as well as interactive activities designed to help children practise using new vocabulary. Introductory material on narrative planning explores story development and guides children to shape their own stories Key features include: a simple layout that will appeal to children photocopiable material that can easily be used in class a separate introduction for older children who can work alone an expanded section on narrative planning with new content on character, setting, plot, conflict and resolution now in larger A4 format for ease of photocopying The updated third edition of this inspiring resource can be used by teachers and parents to develop children’s creative writing and help support National Curriculum Literacy objectives in Key Stages 1 and 2.
The Story Of The USA: America Becomes a Giant (Book Three)
by Franklin Jr. EscherIdeal for developing reading comprehension skills, this series presents basic topics in American history and includes illustrations, vocabulary lists, and questions.
The Story Performance Handbook
by R. Craig RoneyThe Story Performance Handbook provides specific, detailed information to help adults develop basic skills in reading aloud, mediated storytelling, and storytelling. Organized sequentially, each chapter moves the reader from the easiest (reading aloud picture books) to the most difficult (creating your own stories for telling) storytelling experience, cumulatively building story performance skill in selecting, preparing, and delivering stories and poetry to audiences. This structure allows individuals to begin reading at various points depending on their prior experience with story performance. The text includes several features that make learning to perform stories and poetry easy to understand and manage: * Explicit, thorough advice avoids confusion, such as how to select, prepare, and deliver stories and poetry via reading aloud, mediated storytelling, and storytelling. * The sequential chapter organization, progressing from easiest to most difficult, and Developmental and Culminating Activities at the end of each skill chapter, enable this text to be used either independently or in conjunction with courses or workshops in story performance. * Unique among story performance texts, instruction is based not only on the author's own extensive experience but also on empirical research related to teaching adults to tell stories. * Specific information is easily located throughout the text: Processes are presented in bold type, numbered sequentially and, at the end of specific chapters, skill building activities are provided. Figures (which provide additional detailed information) are boxed. Examples of processes are highlighted with background shading.
The Story Retold: A Biblical-Theological Introduction to the New Testament
by G. K. Beale Benjamin L. GladdisThe Story Retold
The Story and Its Writer: An Introduction To Short Fiction (Tenth Edition)
by Ann ChartersAnn Charters has an acute sense of which stories work most effectively in the classroom and knows that writers, not editors, have the most interesting and useful things to say about the making and the meaning of fiction. Instructors look forward to every new edition of her bestselling anthology to see what stories her constant search for new fiction and neglected classics will turn up. <p><p> To complement the stories, Charters includes her signature innovation: an array of the writers’ own commentaries on the craft and traditions of fiction. The six Casebooks provide in-depth, illustrated studies of particular writers or genres, for unparalleled opportunities for discussion and writing. The new, trimmer, tenth edition features many very recent stories and commentaries by up-and-coming writers; a new Casebook on short shorts or flash fiction; and an expanded focus on why we read, study, and write about short fiction.
The Story and Its Writer: An Introduction to Short Fiction (Ninth Edition)
by Ann ChartersThe author has an acute sense of which stories work most effectively in the classroom and knows that writers, not editors, have the most interesting and useful things to say about the making and the meaning of fiction.
The Story for Children, a Storybook Bible (The Story)
by Max Lucado Randy Frazee Karen Davis HillBestselling author Max Lucado presents The Story for Children storybook Bible, written with Randy Frazee as part of The Story campaign. Geared for children 4-7, this storybook Bible includes over 60 stories that allow readers to discover that God’s story is not just a collection of random adventures—it’s a complete story that tells about God’s great love for his people.
The Story for Little Ones
by ZondervanNow that they know their ABCs and 1-2-3s, are your children ready to start reading? The Picture That! Bible Storybook will help kids ages 6 and under feel like reading is easy-and fun too! This picture reader sprinkles over 90 full-color picture icons into more than 65 Bible stories. Noah and the ark full of animals, David and the giant, Jesus calming the storm, the angel at the empty tomb-these are just a few of the Old and New Testament stories your kids will be reading-yes reading! The icons will encourage them to jump from picture to picture and then try to read some words in between. To help keep things interesting, various layouts with full-page illustrations and some larger picture icons fill the pages of the Picture That! Bible Storybook-readers will be excited to see what's coming next! And at the end of each story, a simple, one-line lesson helps children remember what it teaches and offers to apply what they learn. Based on the New International Reader's version (the Bible translation for beginning readers), the Picture That! Bible Storybook is reading at its easiest. This unique, creative book is bound to become a favorite with children and parents alike. Written by best-selling author Tracy Harrast.
The Story of Charlotte Mason, 1842-1923
by Essex CholmondeleyCharlotte Mason (1842-1923) orphaned and poor at the age of sixteen, nonetheless developed into an inspiring and original educational reformer of the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth century, a period of great intellectual vitality and cultural change. Enabled through the help of friends and colleagues she founded the Parents National Educational Union (PNEU) in 1887 and established the The House of Education, the Teacher Training College for women in Ambleside in 1892. The clarity and coherence of her applied philosophy of education established the foundation for a simple, stimulating and deeply satisfying enjoyment of learning for children of all ages in countless homes and schools in Britain and the world. In her biography, Essex Cholmondeley draws on her own experiences of Mason's teaching, as well as her extensive literary output, to unfold her life and work. Whilst she and Elsie Kitching lacked full details of Mason's family history, a warm and lively personality emerges, able to inspire other people with her own splendid vision.
The Story of Drawing: An Alternative History of Art
by Susan OwensDrawing is at the heart of human creativity. The most democratic form of art-making, it requires nothing more than a plain surface and a stub of pencil, a piece of chalk or an inky brush. Our prehistoric ancestors drew with natural pigments on the walls of caves, and every subsequent culture has practised drawing – whether on papyrus, parchment or paper. Artists throughout history have used drawing as part of the creative process.While painting and sculpture have been shaped heavily by money and influence, drawing has always offered extraordinary creative latitude. Here we see the artist at his or her most unguarded. Susan Owens offers a glimpse over artists&’ shoulders – from Michelangelo, Rembrandt and Hokusai to Van Gogh, Käthe Kollwitz and Yayoi Kusama – as they work, think and innovate, as they scrutinise the world around them or escape into their imaginations.The Story of Drawing loops around the established history of art, sometimes staying close, at other times diving into exhilarating and altogether less familiar territory.
The Story of God's Love for You: Every Story Whispers His Name (Jesus Storybook Bible Ser.)
by Sally Lloyd-JonesIt&’s an adventure story about a young Hero who comes from a far country to win back his lost treasure. It&’s a love story about a brave Prince who leaves his palace, his throne—everything—to rescue the one he loves. The best thing about this Story is—it&’s true! And at the center of the Story, there is a baby. The Child upon whom everything would depend.All the stars, mountains, oceans, and galaxies were nothing compared to how much God loved his children. He would move heaven and earth to be near them. Always. Whatever happened, whatever it cost him, he would always love them. And so it was that the wonderful love story began.The Story of God&’s Love for You:Is for teenagers and adults who want to read and learn about the story of God&’s love for themIncludes 44 short chapters that lead you through the beautiful story of the Bible—Genesis to RevelationMasterfully shows how all the individual Bible stories fit together into one cohesive narrative that points to JesusMakes the big picture of Scripture clear to new believers, and helps seasoned believers fall in love with the Bible all over againFeatures text from bestselling author Sally Lloyd-Jones that brings the truths of the Bible into a new light for today&’s worldThe beauty and peace that only God&’s love can provide pulses through every page. Just as The Jesus Storybook Bible is an essential book for the library of every child, The Story of God&’s Love for You is an essential book for the library of every adolescent and adult.
The Story of God, the Story of Us: Getting Lost and Found in the Bible (Forge Partnership Bks.)
by Sean Gladding"The ever present ache of exile rises above the comforting sounds of the river, as the image of the house of the LORD in ruins breaks the peace. . . . Despite the warmth of the fire, he feels a chill. He wraps his cloak around him and looks into the eager faces of his people, then closes his eyes. 'Picture this scene . . .'" Before the Bible was a book, it was flesh and blood. In this book, you can travel with Sean Gladding between the lines of the Scriptures to listen in on the conversations of people wrestling with the Story of God for the first time. Whether sitting around a campfire in Babylon, reclining at table in Asia Minor or huddled together by candlelight in Rome, you'll encounter a tale that is at once familiar and surprising. The Story of God, the Story of Us can be read alone but is especially rich shared with a group. Sean Gladding presents an account of the Bible that pays attention to its audience as well as its message. He introduces you to people who may remind you of yourself or your family, friends and coworkers. As much as the Bible is a story about God, it's also a story about you--and all of us--as we encounter God in a new way.
The Story of Harriet Tubman: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers (The Story Of)
by Christine PlattDiscover the life of Harriet Tubman—a story about about courage, bravery, and freedom for kids ages 6 to 9Harriet Tubman became a celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery. Before that, she was a determined young girl who believed that everyone deserved to be free. Harriet Tubman bravely used the Underground Railroad—a network of secret routes and safe houses—to free herself and many other enslaved people. Explore how Harriet Tubman went from being enslaved on a plantation in Maryland to one of the most important figures in American history.Independent reading—This Harriet Tubman biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Harriet's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.A lasting legacy—Find out how Harriet fought to make the world a better place in this African American history book for kids.How will her Harriet Tubman's courageous spirit inspire you?Discover activists, artists, and athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Sojourner Truth, Martin Luther King Jr., John Lewis, Ruby Bridges, and Barack Obama.
The Story of Heaven Study Guide: Exploring the Hope and Promise of Eternity
by Max Lucado Randy FrazeeThe Story of Heaven small group video Bible study is a three-week exploration into the hope and promise of Heaven, adapted from God’s Story, Your Story and The Story Adult Curriculum. Pulled straight from the pages of the Bible, this study provides individuals and groups of all sizes the opportunity to learn, discuss, and apply biblical teaching about heaven to their everyday lives. These three video sessions will open your eyes to the glorious finale of God's masterfully-told story. Discover the heart of God's Story and the joy that comes as you align your story with God's. This Participant’s Guide is designed for use with The Story of God DVD (sold separately) which can be utilized by individuals as well as groups of all sizes, including small groups and Sunday school and adult education classes. SESSIONS Session 1: “Your Final Chapter Becomes a Preface” (Lucado) Session 2: “You Will Finally Graduate” (Lucado) Session 3: “The End of Time” (Frazee) Max Lucado and Randy Frazee offer a hope-filled perspective of heaven, showing groups: • The power of the words “Christ has risen” and the hope that they provide • How Jesus promises this same type of resurrection to those who follow Him • The promise of new bodies without sickness and without the struggles of the flesh • A picture of what the kingdom of God will be like from the book of Revelation How we can participate in God’s ultimate story • How Jesus will return to earth and live with us in a new earth forever
The Story of Jesus Continues: A Survey of the Acts of the Apostles
by Douglas S. HuffmanA unique introduction to the Acts of the Apostles, focusing on the book of Acts as an extension of the Jesus story.With full-color photographs, maps, and sidebars about history, ancient literature, and archaeological finds,?Douglas Huffman takes readers through different introductory and interpretive issues in the study of Acts, including the genre, purpose, history, culture, and geographical setting of the story.Equipped with these behind-the-scenes details, in broad strokes the author traces Luke's well-told recounting of the ongoing story of Jesus. Sensitive to the purposes Luke had for his text - as well as its connection to the Gospel of Luke - Huffman concludes by demonstrating how the Jesus story is intended to continue into the present.Specifically designed as a textbook, the volume includes chapter overviews and summaries discussion questions and assignments, lists of key terms, and a glossary.
The Story of Jesus Participant's Guide: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story
by Randy Frazee Kevin HarneyThe Story of Jesus Bible study is a seven-session exploration into the life and ministry of Jesus. Pulled straight from the pages of the Bible, this study provides individuals and groups of all sizes the opportunity to learn, discuss, and apply Jesus’ life, work, and teaching to their everyday lives. Pastor and author Randy Frazee teaches how the story of Jesus intersects with the story of our modern day lives. Designed for use with the video.
The Story of Joseph: How God Can Redeem Imperfect Families - An 8-Week Bible Study
by Erin DavisThe hope of redemption—for your family and mine.Family. Few words stir as much affection, and as much angst. You have hopes and dreams for your family. Everyone does. And yet each family tree holds gnarled branches of sin, disappointment, rebellion, and grief. There is brokenness in every family, but because no brokenness is too big for God, God can do a redemptive work in every family. In this 8-week study, Bible teacher Erin Davis guides you through the genealogy of Joseph. It&’s a messy story to be sure. But, ultimately, it&’s a shining example of beautiful, lasting, God-ordained redemption.As you dig into Joseph&’s family tree, you&’ll discover that even in the face of dysfunction, deceit, and deep pain, God is at work. He has a good plan.Family is God&’s idea. He wants to bless your family from generation to generation. As you gather with your family or friends and participate in this study, you&’ll find strength and hope—the Lord is building a beautiful family for His glory.
The Story of Kamala Harris: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers (The Story Of)
by Tonya LeslieDiscover the life of Kamala Harris—a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about fighting for justice. The new edition, updated to reflect her vice presidency and 2024 presidential run!Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States—and now she is running for president! Before she made history, Kamala was a passionate kid who enjoyed traveling and attended civil rights protests with her family. She always wanted to help people, so she worked hard to become a lawyer, a U.S. senator, vice president, and run for president twice! Explore how Kamala went from being a young girl to an American leader, role model, and presidential candidate in this updated edition.Independent reading—This Kamala Harris biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Kamala's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.A lasting legacy—Watch Kamala progress from a little girl to a presidential candidate with a visual timeline marking the major milestones in her life.How will Kamala's belief in a better world inspire you?Discover activists, artists, and athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Princess Diana, and Eliza Hamilton.
The Story of More (Adapted for Young Adults): How We Got to Climate Change and Where to Go from Here
by Hope JahrenThis young adult adaptation of acclaimed geochemist and geobiologist Hope Jahren's highly respected nonfiction work is the perfect book for those interested in learning about climate change and how they can contribute to creating a more sustainable future.Hope Jahren, acclaimed geochemist and geobiologist, details the science behind key inventions, clarifying how electricity, large-scale farming, and automobiles have both helped and harmed our world. Jahren explains the current and projected consequences of unchecked global warming, from superstorms to rising sea levels, resulting from the unprecedented amounts of greenhouse gases being released into our atmosphere. The links between human consumption habits and our endangered existence are very real, with consequences leading to a crossroads of survival and extinction. Still, Jahren maintains that our ever-broadening science-based knowledge can help us counter this dilemma. The eye-opening information provided in The Story of More will help readers understand the path we must take. If we collectively make informed choices now, Jahren reassures us, our future can be as bright as we imagine it can be.