Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community

Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community

Author: Born This Way Foundation Reporters

Publisher: Feiwel & Friends

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 278

ISBN-13: 1250245575

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A New York Times Bestseller For Lady Gaga, kindness is the driving force behind everything she says and does. The quiet power of kindness can change the way we view one another, our communities, and even ourselves. She embodies this mission, and through her work, brings more kindness into our world every single day. Lady Gaga has always believed in the importance of being yourself, being kind to yourself, and being kind to others, no matter who they are or where they come from. With that sentiment in mind, she and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, founded Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the world a kinder and braver place. Through the years, they've collected stories of kindness, bravery and resilience from young people all over the world, proving that kindness truly is the universal language. And now, we invite you to read these stories and follow along as each and every young author finds their voice just as Lady Gaga has found hers. Within these pages, you’ll meet young changemakers who found their inner strength, who prevailed in the face of bullies, who started their own social movements, who decided to break through the mental health stigma and share how they felt, who created safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, and who have embraced kindness with every fiber of their being by helping others without the expectation of anything in return. In one story, you’ll read about a young person with an autoimmune disease, who after being bullied at school, learned how to practice self-love and started an organization with the mission of educating others about the importance of self-love, too; and in another story, you’ll meet a young person who decided to start a movement to help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraged others to talk about their feelings openly and honestly, a reminder that kindness and mental wellness go hand in hand. Not only were we moved by these individual acts of kindness, but we were also touched by the many stories of organizations, neighborhoods, and entire communities that fully dedicated themselves to helping those in need and found new, innovative ways to make our world a kinder and braver place. Individually and collectively, these stories prove that kindness not only saves lives but builds community. Kindness is inclusion, it is pride, it is empathy, it is compassion, it is self-respect and it is the guiding light to love. Kindness is always transformational, and its never-ending ripples result in even more kind acts that can change our lives, our communities, and our world.


Pretty & Educated

Pretty & Educated

Author: Jayla Koriyan

Publisher:

Published: 2016-07-01

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 9780991601554

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Pretty & Educated: A College Girl's Guide to Everything is all of the advice that you will ever need to start your journey to college. Branding and Lifestyle Expert Jayla Koriyan shares real stories from her personal journey while exploring topics ranging from selecting a major and time management to internships, relationships and dating. And of course, we couldn't forget fashion, makeup and discovering the real you! No one ever said that it would be easy but in the end, following your dreams and pursuing your education is always worth it. Every girl deserves to be Pretty & Educated.


The Story of Ferdinand

The Story of Ferdinand

Author: Munro Leaf

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1977-06-30

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 0451479025

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A true classic with a timeless message! All the other bulls run, jump, and butt their heads together in fights. Ferdinand, on the other hand, would rather sit and smell the flowers. So what will happen when Ferdinand is picked for the bullfights in Madrid? The Story of Ferdinand has inspired, enchanted, and provoked readers ever since it was first published in 1936 for its message of nonviolence and pacifism. In WWII times, Adolf Hitler ordered the book burned in Nazi Germany, while Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, granted it privileged status as the only non-communist children's book allowed in Poland. The preeminent leader of Indian nationalism and civil rights, Mahatma Gandhi—whose nonviolent and pacifistic practices went on to inspire Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.—even called it his favorite book. The story was adapted by Walt Disney into a short animated film entitled Ferdinand the Bull in 1938. Ferdinand the Bull won the 1938 Academy Award for Best Short Subject (Cartoons).


Leap of Faith

Leap of Faith

Author: Cameron Hamilton

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-06-15

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1982167130

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"The fan-favorite couple from Netflix's Love Is Blind share their ups and downs after two years of marriage, love advice for the modern world, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the pods"--


The Boy Who Couldn't Die

The Boy Who Couldn't Die

Author: William Sleator

Publisher: Turtleback Books

Published: 2005-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781417675678

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For use in schools and libraries only. When his best friend dies in a plane crash, 16-year-old Ken has a ritual performed that will make him invulnerable, but soon learns that he had good reason to be suspicious of the woman he paid to lock his soul away.


The McClure Twins: Make It Fashion

The McClure Twins: Make It Fashion

Author: Ava McClure

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2021-06-29

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 0063089661

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Introducing your new favorite children’s book stars: The McClure Twins! This adorable and fun story about embracing differences is perfect for fans of Juno Valentine and Fancy Nancy. Ava and Alexis are twins. So when they find out they were born a whole minute apart and that they don’t agree on what to wear for their fashion show, the girls start to wonder… Can twins be “mismatched"?! Just in time, Ava and Alexis remember their twinship pinky promise to “strut together and make it fashion” as they mix and match their unique styles to create one twintastic outfit. Written by and based on everyone’s favorite YouTube kid-fluencers, The McClure Twins, The McClure Twins: Make It Fashion drives home the very important lesson of embracing what makes us similar and different.


The Book of Light

The Book of Light

Author: Nia the Light

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2021-04-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1788173929

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An empowering guide to embracing your flaws, celebrating your individuality, knowing your worth, and loving your body—with thoughtful self-love journaling activities Nia was an in-demand international model and brand ambassador with a wonderful afro that landed her on the covers of magazines, billboards and international brand ads. Then, in 2018, surrounded by friends and family, she cut it off. It was a bold move, and the first step on her journey to self-love. In this inspiring, illustrated book, Nia explores a range of emotions, from pain to joy, insecurity to confidence, to help you find your own individuality and power. The journaling activities give free rein to your inner queen to document your experiences of self-love, your flaws and life lessons. Nia shares her own path towards accepting her whole self—acne, stretch marks and all! The Book of Light will give you inspiration to love who you are. The Book of Light will remind you to be your own best friend. The Book of Light will help you to reflect on your journey of the past and your ambitions for the future. Are you ready to discover your light?


Be Present in All Things, and Thankful for All Things

Be Present in All Things, and Thankful for All Things

Author: Maya Angelou

Publisher:

Published: 2019-03-16

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781090650580

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You'll love this Maya Angelou Gratitude Journal! It's extremely simple to start: simply write down the things you are grateful for on a daily basis. Stop what you're doing and take 15 to 20 minutes to reflect on your day. If this is your first gratitude journal, it's okay. Check out pages 2 and 3 of the interior to see what made Maya Angelou feel grateful. Journal filled with beautiful and uplifting quotes from Maya Angelou on every page. Take time to revisit your favourite quotes. Why a Gratitude Journal? Gives you a new perspective on what is important to you and what you truly appreciate in your life. Helps you feel calmer and lowers your stress levels. By noting what you are grateful for, you can gain clarity on what you want to have more of in your life, and what you can do without. Helps you learn more about yourself and become more self-aware. TIP: On days when you feel blue, you can read through your gratitude journal to readjust your attitude and remember all the good things in your life.


The Full Plate

The Full Plate

Author: Ayesha Curry

Publisher: Voracious

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 0316496189

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Enjoy family-friendly recipes that are ready in no time, when you've got no time, from New York Times bestselling author, online phenomenon, and TV star Ayesha Curry. Ayesha Curry knows what it's like to have so much on your plate you can barely think about dinner. But she also knows that finding balance between work and family life starts with gathering around the table to enjoy a home-cooked meal. The Full Plate brings the best of Ayesha's home kitchen straight to you, with 100 recipes that are flexible and flavorful and come together in less than an hour. You'll find sheet pan dinners and crowd-pleaser pastas, hearty salads and healthy updates to takeout favorites, and fresh spins on classic dishes-plus kid-friendly meals, desserts, and sides (and a few beverages just for the adults). Recipes include: Mushroom Tacos with Avocado Crema Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches Crab Bucatini Sheet Pan Pork Chops Guava Ginger Ice Cream Spicy Margaritas, and more


Fragrance After Rain

Fragrance After Rain

Author: Jaiya John

Publisher:

Published: 2021-10-26

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9780998780269

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Sensitive, hopeful, intimate, petite stories and devotional messages touching your many seasons of tenderness, and the beautiful meaning and grace growing from that fertile ground. Fragrant medicine words for Lovers of Rumi, Hafez, and Gibran.