Beyond the Chalk Box
Beyond the Chalk Box

Author: Theresa Kathryn Kulikowski

Publisher: Gatekeeper Press

Published: 2024-08-20

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 1662953259

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Embark on a unique journey into the realm of elite gymnastics with the unfiltered and heartfelt interviews presented in Beyond the Chalk Box. This exceptional book not only uncovers the challenges and triumphs of former elite gymnasts but also provides an authentic and unvarnished depiction of life in high-level competition. From the exhilarating highs of victory to the crushing lows of injury and retirement, these athletes share their personal journeys with unflinching honesty. Their resilience in the face of adversity is a testament to the human spirit, inspiring readers to overcome their own challenges. Through their stories, readers gain insight into the intense pressures of elite competition and its profound impact on athletes' lives. Beyond the Chalk Box is not just a chronicle of athletic accomplishments. It's a valuable resource for athletes, shedding light on the often-neglected aspects of athlete well-being. It underscores the significance of a comprehensive approach to health, longevity, and joy in sports. The book explores tools such as mindfulness, spirituality, self-compassion, visualization, and introspection, providing practical insights on how athletes can navigate the intricacies of their sport and cultivate resilience in the face of challenges. Beyond the Chalk Box is more than a compilation of interviews. It is a powerful catalyst for understanding and connection within the elite gymnastics community. It underscores the strong sense of support and camaraderie that permeates among athletes. By sharing their stories, these athletes not only invite readers to deepen their empathy but also to broaden their perspectives on the realities of elite competition. Moreover, the book stimulates deep reflection on how to better support athletes—both during their careers and as they transition out of sport—so they can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether you're a gymnastics enthusiast, an athlete grappling with the challenges of competition, or someone seeking inspiration and insight, Beyond the Chalk Box offers a captivating journey into the heart and soul of elite gymnastics.

The Chalk Box Kid
The Chalk Box Kid

Author: Clyde Robert Bulla

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

Published: 2015-06-17

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 1101939184

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A classroom favorite about the power of art and creativity. A new neighborhood. A new school. A lonely birthday. Life isn’t easy for nine-year-old Gregory. Then he finds an abandoned chalk factory behind his house. It’s a secret place, just for him! Now he can draw anything he imagines on the dark brick walls. What amazing thing will Gregory draw first? Two beloved classics—The Chalk Box Kid and The Paint Brush Kid—get a vibrant new look!

It's Your Time You're Wasting
It's Your Time You're Wasting

Author: Frank Chalk

Publisher: Ebury Australia

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 9781741666953

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Frank Chalk is a teacher in a fairly poor inner city school - a school where the kids get drunk, take drugs and beat up the teachers... when they can be bothered to turn up. He confiscates their porn, booze and trainers, fends off angry parents and worries about the few conscientious pupils. Terrifying and hilarious, IT'S YOUR TIME YOU'RE WASTING is Chalk's real-life diary from the front line of the modern edukashun system. This book is a real word-of-mouth title. Think of comic genius Chris Lilley's "SUMMER HEIGHTS HIGH meets WASTING POLICE TIME by PC David Copperfield! Frank Chalk is a pseudonym for a disgruntled teacher in an inner city school in the UK - "a school where the kids get drunk, take drugs and beat up the teachers when they can be bothered to show up". Just like PC Copperfield in WASTING POLICE TIME, it's blackly and bleakly humorous. It's the diary of life on the front line but in this case, it's in the modern edukashun system. Fighting apathy, Frank has to battle the tearaways, their parents, and he worries about the few conscientious pupils. He muses on the shortcomings of the staff (including his own) while confiscating porn and booze and even spots the odd spark of hope amid all the despair. The appalling decline of education in the UK is very much mirrored here in Australia and this book is perfectly timed for the "Back to School Year". Frank Chalk was discovered via his popular blogsite: www.frankchalk.blogspot.com Frank taught for 16 years in state schools. He left the profession in late 2005 while still in his early 40s, having grown impossibly frustrated with working in the public sector education. He now runs his own business and is no longer involved in education (sensible bastard!). He's married to a teacher (poor bastard).

The Chalk Man
The Chalk Man

Author: C. J. Tudor

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2018-01-09

Total Pages: 315

ISBN-13: 1524761001

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“Want to read something good?. . . If you like my stuff, you’ll like this.”—Stephen King • WINNER OF THE ITW THRILLER AWARD • WINNER OF THE STRAND MAGAZINE AWARD FOR BEST DEBUT NOVEL A riveting psychological suspense debut that weaves a mystery about a childhood game gone dangerously awry, and will keep readers guessing right up to the shocking ending In 1986, Eddie and his friends are on the verge of adolescence, spending their days biking in search of adventure. The chalk men are their secret code, stick figures they draw for one another as hidden messages. But one morning the friends find a chalk man leading them to the woods. They follow the message, only to find the dead body of a teenage girl. In 2016, Eddie is nursing a drinking problem and trying to forget his past, until one day he gets a letter containing a chalk man—the same one he and his friends saw when they found the body. Soon he learns that all his old friends received the same note. When one of them is killed, Eddie realizes that saving himself means figuring out what happened all those years ago. But digging into the past proves more dangerous than he could have known. Because in this town, everyone has secrets, no one is innocent, and some will do anything to bury the truth. Praise for The Chalk Man “Wonderfully creepy—like a cold blade on the back of your neck.”—Lee Child “An assured debut that alternates between 1986 and 2016 with unpredictable twists. The Chalk Man fits well with other stories about troubled childhoods such as Stephen King’s novella Stand by Me. . . . Tudor never misses a beat in showing each character as both a child and an adult while also exploring the foreboding environs of a small town.”—Associated Press “Utterly hypnotic. The Chalk Man is a dream novel, a book of nightmares: haunted and haunting, shot through with shadow and light—a story to quicken the pulse and freeze the blood. A dark star is born.”—A.J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window “If you can’t get enough of psychological thrillers with sharp twists and turns, you need to read The Chalk Man”—Hello Giggles “I haven’t had a sleepless night due to a book for a long time. The Chalk Man changed that.”—Fiona Barton, New York Times bestselling author of The Widow

Save Me a Seat (Scholastic Gold)
Save Me a Seat (Scholastic Gold)

Author: Sarah Weeks

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-05-10

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 0545846625

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A new friend could be sitting right next to you. Save Me a Seat joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!Joe and Ravi might be from very different places, but they're both stuck in the same place: SCHOOL.Joe's lived in the same town all his life, and was doing just fine until his best friends moved away and left him on his own. Ravi's family just moved to America from India, and he's finding it pretty hard to figure out where he fits in.Joe and Ravi don't think they have anything in common -- but soon enough they have a common enemy (the biggest bully in their class) and a common mission: to take control of their lives over the course of a single crazy week.

Savant
Savant

Author: Nik Abnett

Publisher: Solaris

Published: 2016-10-04

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 1849979278

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HIS MIND COULD SAVE THE WORLD... IF SHE CAN SAVE HIM FROM THE HUMAN RACE. The Shield is Earth’s only defence. Rendering the planet invisible from space, it keeps humanity safe – and hidden. The exceptional minds of the Actives maintain the Shield; without them it cannot function. When an Active called Tobe finds himself caught up in a probability loop, the Shield is compromised. Soon, Tobe’s malady spreads among the Actives and Earth becomes vulnerable for the first time in a generation. Tobe’s assistant, Metoo, is only interested in his wellbeing. Earth security’s paramount concern is the preservation of the Shield. As Metoo strives to prevent Tobe’s masters from undermining his fragile equilibrium, humanity is left dangerously exposed...