The monograph deals with the topic of ghosts in universal literature from a polyhedral perspective, making use of different perspectives, all of which highlight the resilience of these figures from the very beginning of literature up to the present day. Therefore, the aim of this volume is to focus on how ghosts have been translated and transformed over the years within literature written in the following languages: Classical Greek and Latin, Spanish, Italian, and English.
Whether used for thematic story times, program and curriculum planning, readers' advisory, or collection development, this updated edition of the well-known companion makes finding the right picture books for your library a breeze. Generations of savvy librarians and educators have relied on this detailed subject guide to children's picture books for all aspects of children's services, and this new edition does not disappoint. Covering more than 18,000 books published through 2017, it empowers users to identify current and classic titles on topics ranging from apples to zebras. Organized simply, with a subject guide that categorizes subjects by theme and topic and subject headings arranged alphabetically, this reference applies more than 1,200 intuitive (as opposed to formal catalog) subject terms to children's picture books, making it both a comprehensive and user-friendly resource that is accessible to parents and teachers as well as librarians. It can be used to identify titles to fill in gaps in library collections, to find books on particular topics for young readers, to help teachers locate titles to support lessons, or to design thematic programs and story times. Title and illustrator indexes, in addition to a bibliographic guide arranged alphabetically by author name, further extend access to titles.
Christmas is a major holiday celebrated in many different ways from culture to culture, and even from family to family. This book takes readers on a colorful adventure through the way different countries in Latin America celebrate this holiday. The text especially highlights the unique tradition that honors the Three Wise Men and the nine-day celebration that honors Mary and Joseph's search for a place for Jesus to be born. Beautiful, vivid photographs and engaging subject matter guide readers in learning about the special traditions in a Latin American Christmas.
God has spoken hundreds of promises over your life through his Word. From compassion to confidence, provision to protection, and forgiveness to freedom, his promises are for all people and all time. They reflect his character and his ultimate plan for you. Prayers & Promises for Life incorporates seventy different themes to help you find inspiration in the promises of God’s Word. Uplifting prayers and questions offer an opportunity for deeper reflection. When you’re so busy you can hardly think straight or you’ve lost your joy, peace, or purpose in life’s uncertainties, let the promises of God breathe life into your lungs and hope into your heart. Experience underlying joy and peace as you connect with your Father who cares deeply and loves unconditionally.
Do you ever sit down to pray and struggle to find the right words? You want to spend time with God, but you don’t know where to begin? 365 Days of Prayer for Women is a beautiful book of topically arranged, guided prayers and complementary Scriptures that will enhance your prayer life and offer you peace, joy, and strength every day. God hears your voice when you direct it to him. He will step into every struggle and be your very present help in trouble. He will give you the words to say even when you find yourself lacking. "He is able also to save forever those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them." Hebrews 7:25 NASB
