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To Kill a Mockingbird The unforgettable novel of a childhood in a sleepy Southern town and the crisis of conscience that rocked it, To Kill A Mockingbird became both an instant bestseller and a critical success when it was first published in 1960. It went on to win the Pulitzer Prize in 1961 and was later made into an Academy Award-winning film, also a classic. Compassionate, dramatic, and deeply moving, To Kill A Mockingbird takes readers to the roots of human behavior - to innocence and experience, kindness and cru ... |
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Love You Forever A young woman holds her newborn sonAnd looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him: "I'll love you forever I'll like you for always As long as I'm living My baby you'll be." So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide. Since publication in l986, "Love You Forever" has sold more than 15 million copies in paperback and the regular hardcover edition (as well as hundreds of thousands of copies in Spanish and French). Firefly Books is ... |
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Animal Farm Revisit Orwell's classic satire "Animal Farm" As ferociously fresh as it was more than a half century ago, this remarkable allegory of a downtrodden society of overworked, mistreated animals and their quest to create a paradise of progress, justice, and equality is one of the most scathing satires ever published. As readers witness the rise and bloody fall of the revolutionary animals, they begin to recognize the seeds of totalitarianism in the most idealistic organization--and in the most ... |
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The Glass Castle: A Memoir The first book by the beloved author of the new novel "The Silver Star," the extraordinary, one-of-a-kind, "nothing short of spectacular" ("Entertainment Weekly") memoir from one of the world's most gifted storytellers that has been on the "New York Times" bestseller list for more than six years. "The Glass Castle "is a remarkable memoir of resilience and redemption, and a revelatory look into a family at once deeply dysfunctional and uniquely vibrant. When sober, Jeannette's brilliant and ... |
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Of Mice and Men A controversial tale of friendship and tragedy during the Great Depression They are an unlikely pair: George is "small and quick and dark of face"; Lennie, a man of tremendous size, has the mind of a young child. Yet they have formed a "family," clinging together in the face of loneliness and alienation. Laborers in California's dusty vegetable fields, they hustle work when they can, living a hand-to-mouth existence. For George and Lennie have a plan: to own an acre of land and a sha ... |
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The Lightning Thief Now in paperback--the first novel of a new series that mixes classic Greek mythology with modern adventure. After learning he is a demigod, Percy Jackson is sent to a summer camp on Long Island, where he meets the father he never knew--Poseidon, god of the sea. EAN:9780786838653ISBN:0786838655Binding:PaperbackPages:377Author:Riordan, ... |
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The Boxcar Children Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans. Determined to make it on their own, they set out to find a safe place to live. They discover an old, red boxcar that provides shelter from a storm. Against all odds, they make it into their home--and become the Boxcar Children. EAN:9780807508527ISBN:0807508527Binding:PaperbackPages:154Author: ... |
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Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss In this modern-day fable, a woman who has suffered a terrible loss cooks up a special batch of "tear soup," blending the unique ingredients of her life into the grief process. Along the way she dispenses a recipe of sound advice for people who are in mourning. EAN:9780961519766ISBN:0961519762Binding:HardcoverPages:51Author:Schwiebert, ... |
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What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety An interactive self-help book designed to guide 6-12 year olds and their parents through the cognitive-behavioral techniques most often used in the treatment of generalized anxiety. This book educates and motivates children to work towards change. It includes a note to parents by psychologist and author Dawn Huebner, PhD. EAN:9781591473145ISBN:1591473144Binding:Paperback ... |
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The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment Much more than simple principles and platitudes, The Power of Now takes readers on an inspiring spiritual journey to find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality: the discovery of truth and light. In the first chapter, Tolle introduces readers to enlightenment and its natural enemy, the mind. He awakens readers to their role as a creator of pain and shows them how to have a pain-free identity by living fully in the present. The journey is thrilling, ... |
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Workbook Based on his own "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens," this workbook is an engaging companion that allows teens to build on Covey's time-proven principles giving them the tools they need to improve self-esteem, build friendships, resist peer pressure, and strengthen themselves in many other areas. EAN:9781929494170ISBN:1929494173Binding:PaperbackPages:64 ... |
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Pocket Ref Among the many topics covered in this handy, pocket-sized guide are air and gases, carpentry and construction, pipes, pumps, computers, electronics, geology, math, surveying and mapping, and weights and measures. Includes tables, charts, drawings, lists & formulas. EAN:9781885071620ISBN:1885071620Binding:PaperbackPages:864Author:Glove ... |
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Catholic Student Bible-NABRE Uniquely American, this popular translation is the easiest to understand Catholic edition of the Bible. This modern translation was prepared by over 50 scholars to capture the thought and individual style of the inspired writers while still making this translation easy to use for all ages.The New American Bible is the perfect Bible for your Catholic family and friends, and these editions from Catholic World Press will make perfect gifts. It's the official Catholic Bible -- as authorize ... |
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The Fundamental 5: The Formula for Quality Instruction The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality Instruction, shares with teachers and school leaders the five practices that every teacher can, and should, use to dramatically improve instuctional rigor and relevance, and student performance. EAN:9781456491031ISBN:1456491032Binding:PaperbackPages:120Author:Cain, SeanAu ... |
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The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement Written in a fast-paced thriller style, 'The Goal' contains a serious message for all managers in industry and explains the ideas which underline the Theory of Constraints developed by the author. EAN:9780884271956ISBN:0884271951Edition:Revised, 30th ABinding:PaperbackPages:408Author:Goldratt, Eliyahu M. ... |
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Drama Callie loves theater and this year she's determined to create a set worthy of Broadway on a school budget. But how can she, when she doesn't know much about carpentry, ticket sales are down, and the crew members aren't working together? Not to mention the onstage AND offstage drama that occurs and when two cute brothers enter the picture EAN:9780545326995ISBN:0545326990Binding:Paperback ... |
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The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog The popular Hank the Cowdog series is based on the humorous antics of the canine Head of Ranch Security. In this first book, Hank and his little buddy, Drover, set out to solve a series of baffling murders on the ranch. Is Hank a suspect? An Outlaw? Can he clear his good name? EAN:9781591881018ISBN:1591881013Binding:PaperbackPages:127Author: ... |
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33 Days to Morning Glory: A Do-It- Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration EAN:9781596142442ISBN:1596142448Binding:PaperbackPages:195Author:Gaitley, Michael E. ... |
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What Do You Do with an Idea? This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It's a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn't going anywhere. In fact, it's just gettin ... |
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens With more than five million copies in print all around the world, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" is the ultimate teenage success guide--now updated for the digital age. Imagine you had a roadmap--a step-by-step guide to help you get from where you are now, to where you want to be in the future. Your goals, your dreams, your plans...they are all within reach. You just need the tools to help you get there. That's what Sean Covey's landmark book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effectiv ... |
