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Loved by God: 100 Days with Women in the Word
by ZondervanReady to amp up your daily routine with something truly epic? Meet your new BFF--Loved By God: 100 Days with Women in the Word. This isn't just another book--it's your secret weapon for tackling life's ups and downs with confidence and grace. Feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the craziness life throws your way? Imagine having 100 days of straight-up power, wisdom, and inspiration from some of the bravest women ever. Yeah, we're talking about girls like Ruth, Esther, Mary, and Abigail who totally rocked their world and can help you rock yours.Let's be real, being a young woman today is like walking through a never-ending obstacle course. One minute, you're dealing with peer pressure, and the next, you're wondering why your body image feels like such a big deal. And what's up with all these mixed messages about who you should be? It gets tiring, right? We get it. You've tried a ton of different things--maybe it's scrolling social media for some #inspo, chatting with friends, or even reading a bunch of self-help articles online. But somehow, none of these really hit home. They don't have that lasting impact or give you the real-world applications you need for your unique journey. Enter Loved By God: 100 Days with Women in the Word. This daily devotional isn't just pages in a book--it's a treasure trove of life lessons, all wrapped up in epic stories of incredible women who&’ve been where you are. It&’s like getting advice from your cool, wise older sister, every single day.Here's what you'll get:Confidence Boosts: Through relatable, heartfelt stories that remind you just how special and strong you are.Life Skills: Practical tips and Scripture verses that give you a roadmap for handling everything from friendships to tough decisions.Daily Inspiration: A burst of positivity and motivation to kickstart your day.Self-Reflection: Space to journal your thoughts, helping you connect deeply with yourself and God.Imagine waking up each morning, not with dread or worry, but with a smile and a sense of purpose. Picture yourself navigating school, friendships, and future dreams with a calm assurance that you&’ve got this because God's right there with you, cheering you on. And remember, these aren't just any stories-- they're tales of women who listened to God's voice, stood up against the odds, and came out stronger on the other side. That could be you. Stay curious. Stay inspired. Stay loved.
1, 2, 3 John: Living a Life in Light and Love (New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series)
by Scot McKnightThree Keys for a Revolutionary Way of LivingStep into the timeless wisdom of 1–3 John with a profound exploration of life, light, and love. Though brief in length, these three letters offer rich theological insight and serve as a guiding light for Christians, calling us to embrace the abundant and eternal life found in Christ. They invite us to walk in the light of God's truth while nurturing a life grounded in love—the central theme of the apostle John's writings.In this volume of the New Testament Everyday Bible Study series, Scot McKnight illuminates the communal life we share with the Father, Son, and Spirit. Drawing from personal reflections and the lived experiences of Jesus, McKnight encourages readers to encounter Jesus not merely as a theological concept or historical figure, but as a living and present reality who continues to shape our faith, relationships, and understanding.What you will find in this Bible study is in-depth exploration of these three letters from the apostle John. By immersing yourself in these writings, you will be guided toward a more intimate relationship with the Savior, empowering you to embody his teachings in every facet of your life. Prepare to be spiritually enriched and transformed as you uncover the timeless lessons within these exhortations.In the New Testament Everyday Bible Study series, widely respected biblical scholar Scot McKnight combines interpretive insights with pastoral wisdom for all the books of the New Testament. Each volume provides:Original Meaning. Brief, precise expositions of the biblical text and offers a clear focus for the central message of each passage.Fresh Interpretation. Brings the passage alive with fresh images and what it means to follow King Jesus.Practical Application. Biblical connections and questions for reflection and application for each passage
Devotions for Grandmas: A 40-Day Bible Devotional to Encourage and Inspire Grandmothers – The Perfect Christian Gifts for Women
by ZondervanDiscover the profound joy of knowing that your prayers and wisdom are shaping the future of your family in God's love. Devotions for Grandmas is your companion for a beautiful spiritual journey—a devotional designed specifically for grandmothers, nanas, gigis, and mimis who want to deepen their relationship with God and leave a lasting legacy of faith!For forty days, immerse yourself in hundreds of carefully selected Bible verses that resonate with your unique role as a grandmother. Each devotion covers vital topics like family, prayer, wisdom, health, legacy, and above all, God's unwavering love. Imagine the joy of reflecting on these themes as you start your day, feeling more connected and spiritually nourished.Devotions for Grandmas isn't just about you; it's about the family bonds you cherish and nurture.Reflect on what it means to be a pillar of wisdom and love for your children and grandchildren.Learn how to pray more effectively for them and gain insights into imparting God's wisdom and love from generation to generation.Feel uplifted by stories and verses that speak directly to your heart. Each day offers a moment of reflection and growth, helping you become a beacon of light and love in your family. Your health, both physical and spiritual, is addressed with compassion and care, guiding you to lead a balanced and fulfilling life.Leave a spiritual legacy that your family will cherish forever. Devotions for Grandmas provides you with the tools and inspiration to live out your faith in the most impactful ways.
Devotions for Grandpas: A 40-Day Bible Devotional to Encourage and Inspire Grandfathers – The Perfect Christian Gifts for Men
by ZondervanStart each day with a profound sense of purpose, connected to the wisdom of the ages and the love of God. Devotions for Grandpas is your invitation to a life-changing spiritual adventure that will leave a lasting legacy of faith for your family.Over the course of forty days, you'll explore hundreds of Bible verses handpicked to inspire and uplift. Each day's devotion speaks directly to the unique joys and challenges of being a grandfather while covering vital topics that speak directly to your heart:Family—Strengthen the bonds with your loved ones through faith.Prayer—Discover the power of prayer and its impact on your everyday life.Wisdom—Gain timeless wisdom to guide your actions and decisions.Health—Nourish your body and soul with messages of hope and healing.Legacy—Reflect on the legacy you are building for future generations.God's Love—Feel the unconditional love of God in every devotion. Devotions for Grandpas is tailored specifically for grandfathers who are seeking to enrich their spiritual lives. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or new to faith, you'll find these daily reflections to be a source of comfort, encouragement, and inspiration.You'll find yourself drawn into moments of deep reflection, guided by the timeless truths of Scripture. Picture yourself sharing these insights with your grandchildren, creating a legacy of faith that will last for generations.
The Zondervan 2026 Pastor's Annual: An Idea and Resource Book
by T. T. CrabtreeCountless preachers have turned to the Zondervan Pastor's Annual to save them time in sermon and service preparation. This tried-and-true resource makes your demanding job as a pastor a lot easier. Use its contents as is, or tailor it to fit your unique approach.The Zondervan 2026 Pastor's Annual supplies you with:Morning and evening services for every Sunday of the yearSermon topics and texts fully indexedDefinitive and usable sermon outlinesDevotionals and Bible studies for midweek servicesFresh and applicable illustrationsAppropriate hymn selectionsSpecial-day services for church and civil calendarsMeditations on Lord's Supper observanceWedding ceremonies and themesFuneral messages and ScripturesBasic pastoral ministry helpsMessages for children and young peopleOffertory prayers
The Secret Investigator of Astor Street: A Piper Sail Mystery
by Stephanie MorrillAfter high school graduation, Piper Sail isn&’t quite sure what her future holds—until a possible murder case lands in her lap. Filled with both the glitz and glamor of high society and the dark mafia underbelly of 1920s Chicago, The Secret Investigator of Astor Street is perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Maureen Johnson.Piper Sail knows what she wants: to become a detective. After all, she already solved the case of her missing best friend, and there&’s no shortage of crime in 1920s Chicago. But for an eighteen-year-old society girl—even one who&’s currently dating a police investigator—it simply isn&’t done.That is, until a girl asks her to dig into her brother&’s recent death. The police ruled it a suicide, but she's convinced it was murder. And she wants Piper to help her prove it.In this companion to The Lost Girl of Astor Street, Piper once again grabs her notebook and plunges into the underworld of mafia-controlled Chicago. But she&’ll need all her wits and courage if she wants to become The Secret Investigator of Astor Street.
Star Wars: Halloween Greetings from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. . . . (Star Wars)
by Lucasfilm Ltd.May the Force boo with you! This delightful Halloween book collects largely unseen ghoulactically charming artwork inspired by the spooky season.So cute it’s scary, this one-of-a-kind Star Wars greeting-card-in-a-book features beloved characters and heartfelt, funny sentiments, puns, jokes, and illustrations celebrating the fun of Halloween and its ever-expanding season. Featuring Darth Vader, Boba Fett, stormtrooper skeletons, a pumpkin BB-8, Han Solo the candy smuggler, disturbingly delicious dark-side chocolates, Grogu in one adorable costume after another, and much more, you’ll find no tricks—only treats! It also includes new exclusive art by fan-favorite artist Jeffrey Brown, making this the perfect ghoulish gift for the spookiest of Star Wars fans. © & TM 2025 Lucasfilm Ltd.EVERY DAY IS HALLOWEEN: All across the galaxy, the spooky season is celebrated year-round. Bats, boos, and R2-D2’s boooooooo-ps will be with you, always.A SWEET-TOOTH GIFT: This cute little book is the perfect fun and funny present for friends and family who playfully favor the dark side. STAR WARS FAN MUST-HAVE: For anyone who collects and covets all things Star Wars, this art-filled book includes exclusive content and a delightful take on the sweet side of the Star Wars universe.Perfect for:Star Wars fans of all agesReaders who enjoy Darth Vader and Son, The Mandalorian and Child, Star Wars: Jedi Academy, and Yoda One for MeAnyone who loves Halloween and celebrating the season
Talking to My Father's Ghost: An Almost True Story
by Alex Krokus“Shortly after his funeral, my dad started haunting me . . . and it’s been a delight!” —Alex Inspired by real-life experience, Alex Krokus's graphic novel is a heartfelt and humorous story of losing a parent and getting to know him better after his passing.Set over the course of a single year, this book follows Alex and his father’s ghost as they stroll along winter beaches, camp in rattlesnake-infested deserts, and share countless diner meals together. Between fielding fatherly lectures on the importance of doing his taxes, how to properly shovel the driveway, and why he should always tip twenty percent, Alex tries to figure out what he needs to say to his dad. Is this a good time for him to come out as bisexual? Or maybe he should ask his dad why he loved drinking so much when it nearly destroyed his health? With help from his mom, his brother, a whole cast of extended family members, and, of course, the ghost himself, Alex tries to figure out how to say goodbye. In the tradition of Roz Chast's Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant? and Alison Bechdel's Fun Home, this graphic novel uses humor to examine family foibles and eccentricities as well as the experience of losing a parent. Relatable and heartfelt, it speaks to the universal experience of grief and how it ripples through a community.HEALING THROUGH HUMOR: Told in a series of vignettes with illustrated panels, this graphic narrative evokes the nostalgia of Sunday comic strips. Alex casts his family and friends as anthropomorphic animal characters, lending a playful irreverence to their most serious conversations. His insightful and honest exploration of grief and memory is punctuated with moments of levity and warmth, making this a cathartic, funny, and uplifting read. EXCITING COMICS CREATOR: This is the first long-form graphic novel from cartoonist Alex Krokus. His webcomic, Loud & Smart, follows the mundane misadventures of raccoon Alex and his millennial friends as they navigate their arguably "adult" lives in the big city. In Talking to My Father's Ghost, Krokus brings his trademark humor to new narrative terrain, guiding readers through big, scary feelings with expert comedic timing and refreshing honesty.Perfect for: Fans of Roz Chast, Sarah Anderson, Tyler Feder, and Michelle Zauner Anyone looking for a funny, insightful book about grief, memory, and family relationships Readers of Alex Krokus's comic strip series, Loud & Smart People who enjoy unconventional ghost stories
The Grateful Dead by Jim Marshall: Photos and Stories from the Formative Years, 1966–1977
by Jim Marshall David Gans Amelia DavisOne of the greatest bands of all time and one of the greatest music photographers in history meet in this incredible visual archive featuring exclusive never-before-seen photos.Jim Marshall took over ten thousand photos of the Grateful Dead throughout their career—from Woodstock to the last free concert on Haight Street and beyond. Marshall’s magnificent images chronicle the band’s trajectory as hairstyles changed, relationships came and went, and the music evolved into the sound that would become beloved by generations to come. Marshall’s instinctive eye matched the Dead’s improvisational style, and he was welcomed into its family as he immersed himself in San Francisco’s counterculture scene throughout the 1960s and ’70s. He documented casual domestic scenes and transcendent concerts alike, offering a nuanced and intimate portrait of the band. The striking images in this book—a third of which have never been published—are printed in the rich, high-contrast tones that Marshall favored. They include glimpses of remarkable moments like the Newport Pop Festival, Woodstock, and the Human Be-In. Quotes from contemporaries, collaborators, and members of the wider Dead community bring the images alive, while longer essays contextualize this photographic archive. Whether you were there from the beginning or wish you had been, this is your chance to see a glorious era of music history as you’ve never seen it before, through the eyes of a visionary artist.PHOTOGRAPHY ICON: Jim Marshall is the great rock-and-roll photographer, as his images of the Grateful Dead prove. In addition to being a legendary artist, he was a peer, colleague, and friend to the musicians and documented countless iconic musical moments throughout the 1960s and 1970s. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN IMAGES: From electrifying photos of the band playing live onstage to more intimate portraits of rehearsals, this collection showcases an amazing array of images. One-third of the photos have never before been published, making The Grateful Dead by Jim Marshall an exclusive treat for any Deadhead or photography fan. THE ULTIMATE DEADHEAD COLLECTIBLE: Many books and documentary films have been created about the Grateful Dead, but Marshall's photographs offer an unmatched time capsule of the Dead and their era. Published to coincide with the band's 60th anniversary, this book is a perfect gift for anyone who's interested in music history or nostalgic for the counterculture of the ’60s and ’70s.Perfect for: Fans and followers of the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, and Dead & Company Jim Marshall fans Classic rock devotees and musicians Photographers and photography book collectors Holiday shoppers looking for a great present for music lovers Birthday or any special occasion gift-giving to any devoted fan of the Dead and iconic American rock bands
Taro Gomi’s Big Book of Verbs
by Taro GomiLearn all kinds of playful action words—verbs!—with the help of bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi!In Taro Gomi’s inimitable world, every scene brims with energy. From a bustling marketplace to a lively school to a dazzling amusement park, each illustration is filled with action. How many characters can you spot: Running, riding, or climbing Looking, choosing, or eating Sleeping, screaming, or reading Bumping, twirling, or chatting And, of course, laughing? Just as in Taro Gomi's Big Book of Words, toddlers are introduced to words—this time in verb form—in unforgettable ways. Open the pages of this book to read, play, and learn!ONE-OF-A-KIND CREATOR: From Everyone Poops to My Friends to Spring Is Here, there is no other author-illustrator quite like Taro Gomi. REPEAT READING: Taro Gomi’s irresistible illustrations are chock-full of detail that readers will return to again and again, each time finding something new. ENGAGING HUMOR: Every page captures countless laugh‑out‑loud moments that will make this learning resource book a fan favorite. MAKES LEARNING FUN: The energetic images will motivate young readers to explore the exciting world around them as they learn all about action words.Perfect for: Fans of Taro Gomi’s bestselling children’s books and games Teachers, librarians, and early-learning educators looking for fun, engaging books that teach children about verbs Parents, caregivers, and grandparents Gift-givers looking for books for children entering preschool and kindergarten Readers of Richard Scarry books, First 100 Words, and other popular language learning books for kids
Feasts on the Farm: Seasonal Cheese, Sustainable Farming, and 60+ Recipes from Tomales Farmstead Creamery
by Tamara Hicks Jessica MacLeodFrom the famed Toluma Farms and its award-winning Tomales Farmstead Creamery: an irresistibly lush, illustrated collection of seasonal farm-to-table recipes paired with advocacy, education, and delicious inspiration.Welcome to Toluma Farms, a 160-acre goat and sheep dairy and educational farm in Marin County, California, just a few miles from the Pacific Coast, stewarded since 2003 by Tamara Jo Hicks, her husband, David Jablons, and their two daughters. Feasts on the Farm is a gorgeous cookbook organized by the seasons that captures the nourishing, creative, and positive approach taken by the entire Toluma team. Through 60+ tantalizing recipes ranging from starters to mains to sweets, this book makes it easy to bring Northern California living into your home, sharing practical guidance on how to: Take advantage of your local farmer’s market’s springtime bounty with a Farmers Panzanella Salad. Graze on the Perfect Summer Cheese Board on a lazy summer evening. Whip up some Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Goat Butter to kick off an early Autumn morning. Create a winter feast with a platter of Roasted Dungeness Crab with Herb Butter. And much more. Filled with full-color photographs, charming illustrations, and short informative essays on topics such as slow living, agritourism, and raising happy goats and sheep, this sumptuous volume will instantly transport you to beautiful Toluma Farms and inspire you to embrace a year of seasonal, sustainable, cheese-filled eating and living!FOR CHEESE LOVERS: Tomales Farmstead Creamery is known for its prize-winning artisanal goat and sheep cheeses. In these pages, decades of cheese knowledge are poured into the recipes, which go well beyond what you might imagine a cheese-y dish would be. Decadent, yes, but also fresh, plant-based, filling, and wholesome. A CELEBRATION OF SUSTAINABLE LIVING: Tamara and the Toluma Farms team have spent over twenty years learning and practicing sustainable farming. Sprinkled throughout are stories about their journey on the land and the unique people they’ve worked with along the way.Perfect for: Home cooks who focus on local and seasonal ingredients Anyone who loves to eat and cook with cheese Vegetable-forward but not exclusively vegetarian eaters Foodies who collect regional cookbooks Fans of regenerative/farm-to-table approaches Armchair travelers who dream of visiting the California farming coast Readers who enjoyed Six California Kitchens, The French Laundry Cookbook, and Alice Waters’ We Are What We Eat: A Slow Food Manifesto
Cripping the Archive: Disability, History, and Power (Disability Histories)
by Jenifer L. Barclay; Stefanie Hunt-KennedyHow do we explain the conspicuous absence of disability from the histories we write? What forces and factors create this dynamic? How can disability be everywhere and nowhere, present and absent, and obvious and overlooked in both the historical record and historians’ interpretations of the past? Jenifer L. Barclay and Stefanie Hunt-Kennedy edit a collection of interdisciplinary essays that consider how and why physical, sensory, intellectual, and psychological disabilities are underrepresented, erased, or distorted in the historical record. The contributors draw on the methodology and practice of cripping to uncover disability in contested archives and explore ways to build inclusive archives accountable to, and centered on, disabled people and disability justice. Throughout, they show ableness informing the politics of the archive as a physical space, a discriminatory record, and a collection of silences. An essential contribution to research methods and disability justice, Cripping the Archive offers a blueprint for intersectional and interdisciplinary approaches that bridge disability studies, history, and archival studies.
Sandhill Cities: Metropolitan Ambitions in Augusta, Columbus, and Macon, Georgia (Making the Modern South)
by J. Mark SoutherSandhill Cities is a comparative history of Augusta, Columbus, and Macon, Georgia, in the twentieth century. Weaving together southern, urban, and environmental history, J. Mark Souther narrates urban boosters’ hopes and actions in their pursuit of metropolitan stature in three midsized cities situated along the fall line running through the middle of the state.
The Sunshine Project (The Book Uncle trilogy)
by Uma KrishnaswamiIn the final book in the Book Uncle trilogy, Anil faces a dilemma when the city decides to build a solar panel factory on the site of a mangrove forest. Anil loves karate, his friends and the solar power project he has been championing in his community. He doesn’t love having to speak up — as his karate sensei says, best fight, no fight. Still, Anil wishes his classmate Mohan would stop picking on him. Then Anil learns where the city is planning to build a new solar panel factory. More sustainable energy is good news — but this factory will threaten plant and animal species and force the village people who live on the land to move. Maybe staying quiet isn’t an option anymore … A class assignment nudges Anil into action. Now he’s a Young Reporter, so why not ask questions about the factory? With help from his friends Yasmin and Reeni, support from his classmates and neighbors, and the right book picks from Book Uncle, can Anil help the city find a solution that works for everyone? And just how loudly will he have to speak up? A triumphant finale to the Book Uncle trilogy about the power of asking the right questions and listening when change comes to your community. Key Text Features chapters dialogue illustrations Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.9 Compare and contrast the themes, settings, and plots of stories written by the same author about the same or similar characters (e.g., in books from a series) CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3 Describe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., a character's thoughts, words, or actions). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.6 Describe how a narrator's or speaker's point of view influences how events are described. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3 Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.
The Golden Daughter: My Mother’s Secret Past as a Ukrainian Slave Worker in Nazi Germany
by Halina St JamesSecret wartime letters, a volatile love triangle, an unmarked grave, a noble heritage—a revelatory mother-daughter memoir about discovery, love, and forgiveness. Sorting through her late mother’s possessions, Halina St. James found a secret stash of letters. They told how her mother, Maria, was abducted as a teenager in Ukraine by Nazis and sent to Germany as a slave. After the war, Maria found herself pregnant in a displaced persons camp. She married the father, an older man from a noble Polish family. But her life changed when her husband introduced his friend, a young Polish freedom fighter. In Canada, the younger man betrayed his friend and ran off with Maria and Halina. The letters made Halina realize how little she knew of her mother or her heritage. The Golden Daughter is the gripping story of a mother and daughter shaped by forces they had no control over. After uncovering truths hidden for a century, Halina was finally able to make peace with her mother, her father—and herself.
Maggie Lou Meets Her Match (Maggie Lou)
by Arnolda Dufour BowesIn this sequel to Maggie Lou, Firefox, the irrepressible Maggie Lou acquires a new cousin, and a horse — both of whom have minds of their own. When Uncle Bobby gets married, Maggie Lou suddenly finds herself with a new cousin, Rosie. Rosie is the same age as Maggie. She also has a fabulous head of curls, although hers are red. And Rosie knows everything about horses and riding — something Maggie Lou has longed to do. A rivalry sparks between the girls from the start at Uncle Bobby and Aunt Bonnie’s wedding, which features an all-you-can-eat dessert table, as well as lots of energetic dancing. On Rosie’s horse farm, Maggie experiences her share of humiliations as she learns how to ride on a pony so short that her feet can touch the ground. Eventually the cousins become allies and wreak some hair-raising mischief, including a secret midnight horseback ride. And in the end they are joined by friends and family to train, hilariously, for the famous Otipîm'sowak Race — a Métis voyageur relay — carrying on a family tradition. Throughout it all, Maggie remains stubborn and enthusiastic, as she navigates the new challenges of defeat, rivalry and family change. Key Text Features chapters character drawings dialogue glossary illustrations
King of the Dump
by Tim Wynne-JonesTeddy is the king of the dump! Teddy and his dad are going to the dump. At the rural waste management center, Teddy helps to sort the recyclables, using a garbage claw to rescue a missorted bottle, chasing scrap paper and watching (and hearing!) the compactor at work. “Got to make it as small as possible,” Dad says as they watch forklifts and bulldozers moving garbage into piles that stretch as far as the eye can see, “because there’s soooo much.” Finally, it’s time to visit the “As Is” store, where Teddy is sad to be leaving his beloved ride-on dog toy. Teddy is too big for the toy now, but will he be able to part with it? A fun, thoughtful story about big machinery, recycling and learning to let go of the things we no longer need. Key Text Features dialogue illustrations speech bubbles Correlates to the Common Core States Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7 With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.4 Identify words and phrases in stories or poems that suggest feelings or appeal to the senses. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7 Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.
The Tufted Puffins of Triangle Island (Wild by Nature)
by Deborah HodgeThousands of beautiful tufted puffins arrive each spring to lay their eggs on the remote and rugged Triangle Island, a rare and protected habitat. In this lushly illustrated first book in the Wild by Nature series, young readers will meet a pair of puffins preparing a burrow on the steep cliffside of Triangle Island, off the northwestern tip of Vancouver Island. In this remarkable place, they will lay a single egg and raise their baby. Here, the birds are protected, and there is ample space to nest, and fish to eat. At summer’s end, the puffins, young and old, fly away to live at sea. The young puffins will live on the ocean until they are mature enough to return to their birthplace and lay their own eggs. If Triangle Island remains undisturbed, and the ocean stays cool, clean and full of fish, the new baby puffins will continue to thrive and grow. Includes an author’s note about Triangle Island and other sea birds that nest there. WILD BY NATURE A series for young readers that explores the unique links between ecologically sensitive species and their habitats, and encourages the preservation of the world’s wild places. Key Text Features illustrations author’s note further information further reading facts Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.3 Describe the connection between two individuals, events, ideas, or pieces of information in a text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.6 Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.7 Explain how specific images (e.g., a diagram showing how a machine works) contribute to and clarify a text.
Bad Juliet
by Giles BluntAt a tuberculosis sanitarium in the Adirondacks, a young tutor falls in love with a mysterious woman who survived the Lusitania disaster.“Bad Juliet will hold you in its grip from its opening pages, combining the pacing and twists of a thriller with the compelling characterizations and masterful prose of a writer at the top of his form.” — Nino Ricci, award-winning author of The Origin of SpeciesRecently jilted by his fiancé, Paul Gascoyne takes a job as a tutor to the patients at the Trudeau Sanitarium in upstate New York. There, in the icebound beauty of the Adirondack Mountains, he finds himself drawn to Sarah Ballard, a beautiful but enigmatic young woman, traumatized by her past aboard the ill-fated ship Lusitania. To rouse her out of her gloom, Paul encourages her to write a memoir.As Paul reads her words, it gradually becomes clear that Sarah’s memories are a tangle of truth and fiction that he can’t begin to unravel. And yet he cannot overcome his attraction to her. When a terrible relapse leaves Sarah worried that she has little time left, she begs Paul to be the one person in the world who will truly know her.
Bioarchaeology of the Southwest: Volume 2 (Bioarchaeological Interpretations of the Human Past: Local, Regional, and Global Perspectives)
by Clark Spencer LarsenA wide-ranging synthesis of research illuminating the lives of ancient people who lived in the deserts, mountains, and river valleys of the North American Southwest The two volumes of Bioarchaeology of the Southwest bring together more than 100 years of research into the lives of the ancient people of the Southwest United States and Northwest Mexico. Featuring contributions from specialists working in academic, museum, and cultural resource management settings, these books make available knowledge from a variety of unpublished sources that have been difficult to access until now. Chapters in volume 2 include northern and southern Arizona, southwest New Mexico, and northern Mexico. The contributors summarize findings about people of the Sinagua, Kayenta, Mimbres, Hohokam, and Trincheras traditions and the Casas Grandes region. Four topically focused chapters discuss evidence of cancer in the Southwest, biological distance in Colonial-era populations, stable isotope studies, and archaeoparasitology. The concluding chapter reviews the strengths and challenges in the field, and some avenues for progress. With chapters representing hundreds of ancient communities dating from the Archaic to the early Historic period, Bioarchaeology of the Southwest demonstrates the range of topics that can be addressed through the contextualized study of human remains, the insights this field offers into the everyday experiences of people in the past, and the challenges and promise of collaborative approaches to this research. Together, these volumes constitute an unparalleled resource for understanding the history of bioarchaeology and critical issues impacting the future of the discipline in the region. Contributors: M. Anne Katzenberg | Teresa Rodrigues | M. Elisa Villalpando | Lorrie Lincoln-Babb | Lara K. Noldner | Adrianne Offenbecker | Karl Reinhard | Kimberly Spurr | Chris Loendorf | Jeffrey Boyer | Heather J.H. Edgar | Dawn M. Mulhern | Rebecca J. Hill | Catrina Banks Whitley | Corey Ragsdale | Korri Turner | Morgana Camacho | Jessica I. Cerezo-Román | Kathryn M. Baustian | Debra L. Martin | Darrell G. Creel | Kyle Waller | Penny Dufoe Minturn | John McClelland | Courtney McConnan Borstad | T. Michael Fink | Claira Ralston | James T. Watson | Ann L. W. StodderA volume in the series Bioarchaeological Interpretations of the Human Past: Local, Regional, and Global Perspectives, edited by Clark Spencer Larsen
Replace the State: How to Change the World When Elections and Protests Fail
by Sasha DavisA practical call to action against oppression Across the globe, millions of people have participated in protests and marches, donated to political groups, or lobbied their representatives with the aim of creating lasting social change, overturning repressive laws, or limiting environmental destruction. Yet very little seems to improve for those affected by rapacious governments. Replace the State brings new hope for social justice movements by looking to progressive campaigns that have found success by unconventional, and more direct, means. Sasha Davis, an activist and scholar of radical environmental advocacy, focuses on the strategies of movements, many of them Indigenous, that have occupied contested sites and demonstrated their effectiveness at managing or governing them. Including case studies of resistance to development on Indigenous lands in Hawai&‘i, nuclear testing in the Nevada desert, and the U.S. military occupation of Okinawa, he offers insight and direction for activists, students, academics, and others dedicated to protecting and improving the well-being of their communities and beyond. It would be easy to succumb to pessimism and political apathy in the face of governing institutions that are increasingly unresponsive to calls for change and repressive in response to protest, even as they violate human rights, ignore existential climate catastrophes, and concentrate power into fewer and fewer hands. Instead, Davis finds inspiration for genuine political change through social movements that are successfully &“replacing the state&” and taking over the day-to-day governance of threatened places. From contesting environmental abuse to reasserting Indigenous sovereignty, these social movements demonstrate how people can collectively wrest control over their communities from oppressive governments and manage them with a more egalitarian ethics of care. Retail e-book files for this title are screen-reader friendly with images accompanied by short alt text and/or extended descriptions.
Urban Republican Mayor: My Story
by Greg BallardA midwestern urban Republican mayor reveals the success of his moderate approach to governing.Throughout his eight years as mayor of Indianapolis, Greg Ballard did what he thought was right, looking out for the long-term health of his city with political implications being the last of considerations. This included a pointed critique of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act signed by then governor Mike Pence. Relying on his well-trained and efficient staff, he ensured that the city moved aggressively forward with little political interference. Never taking a poll to see which way the winds were blowing, Ballard was not a normal politician. He was a Marine who had traveled the world, been to war, and had returned to his hometown to serve again. Ballard was that rarity in American politics, an urban Republican, moderate in views and practical in governing, and always completely dedicated to his city.Thoughtful and brimming with insights, Greg Ballard's inspirational story offers a compelling blueprint for American politics going forward.
Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Chinese and Chinese American Women: Racisms, Feminisms, and Foodways
by Ziying YouImpacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Chinese and Chinese American Women examines how Chinese and Chinese American women in the United States experienced and responded to the double threat of the COVID-19 virus and anti-Asian racism from 2020 to 2021 and how the global pandemic changed their daily lives, foodways, and identities.Ziying You addresses the social and cultural impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Chinese and Chinese American Women in the US through the four key themes of racism and anti-racism efforts, foodways, gender construction, and community building. Drawing on virtual ethnography, interviews, surveys, social media analysis, and personal experiences of professional women, mothers, Chinese international students, lay Buddhist women, and Chinese adoptees, You shows that the racism triggered by COVID-19 echoes longstanding racist tropes such as " the yellow peril" and discriminations faced by Chinese people in different parts of the world throughout the history of the Chinese diaspora. You further explores how individuals relating to one or more identities can form communities in which folklore helps them bond and express shared, unique cultural values.Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Chinese and Chinese American Women highlights women's agency in response to the pandemic and racism as well as the dynamic process of their identity construction through foodways, religion, and community building in a time of crisis.
Missouri Railroads: A Modern Crossroads 1921-2023 (Railroads Past and Present)
by Don L. Hofsommer Carlos Arnaldo SchwantesMissouri Railroads: A Modern Crossroads 1921-2023 delves into the rich history of Missouri's railroads during their second century. From the roaring 1920s, when opulent "Limited" passenger trains crisscrossed the state, to the tumultuous times of the Great Depression and World War II, this book captures the essence of an era.As the postwar years unfolded, Missouri's railroads faced realignments and challenges. The mid-twentieth century witnessed shifts in routes, technologies, and passenger preferences. Against this backdrop, the book explores how the railroads adapted in the face of uncertainty. Stunning historical images—over 100 in color—breathe life into this transformative period and bring the story to the present day. Missouri Railroads goes beyond the history of a single state and its railroads to illustrate Missouri's vital role in shaping American railroading. These railroad companies mirrored national trends, yet each twist and turn carries a distinct local flavor. Authors Don L. Hofsommer and Carlos A. Schwantes weave a captivating narrative that celebrates Missouri's contribution to the broader American story.
Railroads in the Midwest: An Epic History (Heartland History)
by H. Roger GrantDiscover how railroad companies in America's heartland developed a monumental network that spanned nearly 70,000 route miles. Over a century, a wide array of carriers ranging from short lines to trunk roads spread through the Midwest and represented over 35% of the country's rail mileage in the 1920s.Railroads in the Midwest is a portrait of two premier rail hub rivals, Chicago and St. Louis, and of Iowa and Ohio, which boasted the highest line densities. Before World War I, Iowa railroad officials bragged that the Hawkeye State had a depot and agent located no farther than thirteen miles from any point within its borders.In Railroads in the Midwest: An Epic History, renowned historian H. Roger Grant draws on fifty years of research into America's celebrated railroad history to examine what effect railroads had in the heartland and what has happened to them since the early twentieth century.