My Storied Year
My Storied Year

Author: Katie Proctor

Publisher: Fawkes Press

Published: 2020-10-27

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1945419539

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Dragon Stewart, seventh-grader at Piney Woods Middle school, works hard every day to avoid bullies and his own weird sister. But things change when his mom gets sick and social services steps in to make sure they are safe and well taken care of. (Spoiler: They’re not.) School has always been hard for Dragon; dyslexia is just one of the deep, dark secrets that keep him alone in the school hallways. He is sure that he will never do well in school, never belong, never be enough. (Spoiler: He’s wrong.) Fans of Gordon Korman’s Restart and R.J. Palacio’s Wonder will enjoy Dragon’s inspiring journey to discover that his story matters.

My First Year in the Classroom
My First Year in the Classroom

Author: Stephen D. Rogers

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-07-18

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1440513872

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“When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.” —Lao Tzu But is the teacher ready? That’s the question that haunts every teacher that fateful first day in the classroom. Making it through that day and the 179 school days that follow is how every career in education—and lifelong learning—truly begins. In this collection, fifty teachers share the trials, tribulations, and triumphs they’ve experienced during their first year on the job. Organized along the lines of the school calendar, these touching tales illustrate the learning curve experienced by new teachers: Facing Day One Meeting the Students Surprising the Students Bonding with Faculty and Staff Being Surprised by the Students Watching the Students Bloom Saying Farewell From the hilariously obsessive-compulsive preparation of a rookie English professor to the poignant lesson a bold third grader imparts upon his novice teacher about love and acceptance, this moving collection is sure to motivate new and veteran teachers alike.

Year My Son and I Were Born
Year My Son and I Were Born

Author: Kathryn Soper

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2010-04-13

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 0762762373

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A brutally honest yet beautiful journey of how one mother learned to bond with her disabled son and gained a new perspective on life.

Anne Geddes My First Year
Anne Geddes My First Year

Author: Anne Geddes

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2014-10-07

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13: 1402298153

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This beautiful guided journal chronicles the first year of your baby's life in the unforgettable world of Anne Geddes. Add photos, record family history, favorite moments, and milestones to pass down to future generations as you recant the story of your child's introduction to the world. As one of the world's most respected photographers, Anne Geddes' timeless photographs have appeared around the world in her many books and calendars.

First Year Out
First Year Out

Author: Sabrina Symington

Publisher: Singing Dragon

Published: 2017-12-19

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 0857013033

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From laser hair removal and coming out to her parents, through to dating, voice training and gender reassignment surgery, this intimate and witty graphic novel follows the character of Lily as she transitions to living as her true, female self. Providing support and guidance on a range of issues such as hormones, medical procedures and relationships, the story traces the everyday thoughts, emotions and struggles many trans and non-binary people face and seeks to empower those who are starting to question their gender as well as promoting wider discussion about the complexities of gender and identity. Based on the author's own experiences as a trans woman, this honest and powerful work is a testament to being who you are and a celebration of gender diversity.

My Book of the Church's Year
My Book of the Church's Year

Author: Peter Kwasniewski

Publisher:

Published: 2015-11-13

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 9781519297457

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This is a charming children's book that walks through the traditional Catholic liturgical year in its seasons and symbols, while highlighting some of our most beloved saints. The graphic design is brilliantly done -- no book compares with this one for a striking and memorable overview of the liturgical year. It makes a superb catechetical tool.

A Year Full of Stories
A Year Full of Stories

Author: Angela McAllister

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Published: 2016-10-06

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1847808689

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This treasury of 52 stories collects together a rich resource of myths, fairy tales and legends from around the world, with a story for every week of the year. The book is broken into 12 chapters, for each of the 12 months of the year, and throughout, stories are matched to internationally celebrated dates, including Valentines Day and the International Day of Friendship, as well as seasonal events and festivals. Collected and retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister, and illustrated by internally recognised artist Christopher Corr, this is a book that will be treasured by families and appeal to teachers and librarians around the world.

My First Chinese New Year
My First Chinese New Year

Author: Karen Katz

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780805070767

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A girl and her family prepare for and celebrate Chinese New Year.

The One Year Adventure with the God of Your Story
The One Year Adventure with the God of Your Story

Author: Brian Hardin

Publisher: NavPress

Published: 2019-10-08

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 1631468391

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The Bible is a beautiful and divinely inspired book. From Genesis to Revelation the Bible tells the cohesive story of God’s unwillingness to be left out of the human story—your story. In this One Year devotional, join founder and voice of the Daily Audio Bible, Brian Hardin, on a journey to read it in its entirety. Brian Hardin has been podcasting the Bible to hundreds of thousands for over a decade, leading people through the whole Bible every year. Now he’s putting his love of the daily reading of Scripture on to the page. In this collection of 365 readings, you’ll be surprised by how often what you read in the Bible will be a mirror into your own heart and motives. And you’ll be delighted to understand that God is not a distant and uninterested Being. He is deeply invested in the human story and deeply in love with what He has fashioned. God wants to know and be known by us.