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A Cord of Three Strands: A New Approach to Parent Engagement in Schools
by Soo HongHow can low-income, non-English-speaking parents become advocates, leaders, and role models in their children&’s schools? A Cord of Three Strands offers a close study of the Logan Square Neighborhood Association, a grassroots organization on the northwest side of Chicago, whose work on parent engagement has drawn national attention. The author identifies three elements—induction, integration, and investment—that together capture the dynamic and developmental nature of successful parent engagement. Writing with both optimism and urgency, author Soo Hong offers richly detailed portraits of parents&’ experiences and addresses the complex and sometime conflicting relationships among school, family, and community.
Cordially Uninvited
by Jennifer RoyIt's The Princess Diaries meets Mean Girls when eleven-year-old Claire is invited to the royal wedding of the century!Claire Gross, age eleven, might live in sleepy upstate New York, but she's about to be a junior bridesmaid in the wedding of the century! Claire's cousin Belle is engaged to the Prince of England, and Claire and her mom are heading to London for the royal ceremony. Getting whisked away on a trans-Atlantic jet and thrown into a whirlwind of wedding activities would be a dream for any other girl, but Claire isn't sure this is a match made in heaven. To make matters worse, another junior bridesmaid seems determined to sabotage the event! Can Claire put aside her own misgivings to save the day? What if there's no such thing as happily ever after? From award-winning author Jennifer Roy, this is a hilarious, heartfelt story about a girl who discovers that fairy tales may not exist, but sometimes there's still a little magic to be found in real life.
Cordially Uninvited
by Jennifer RoyEvery girl wishes she was a princess--and Claire's cousin is living the dream! But will this royal romance end in disaster? Eleven-year-old Claire Gross is fascinated by all things royal--especially because her very own cousin Belle is engaged to the Prince of England! Even though Claire is going to be a junior bridesmaid, she's not as excited about the wedding as you might think. For one thing, she can't tell anyone--not even her best friend. And for another, Claire's parents are divorced, so she's not so sure that "happily ever after" even exists.But when Claire gets to England and meets mean-girl Pandora--also a junior bridesmaid--she quickly realizes that whether or not she believes in true love, if she doesn't take action, Pandora could break up Belle's relationship! It may be the royal party of the century--but between the mishaps, the mayhem, and an awful social-climbing princess-wannabe, will there still be wedding bells for the happy couple?
Core 52 Family Edition: Build Kids' Bible Confidence in 10 Minutes a Day: A Daily Devotional
by Mark E. Moore Megan HowertonIn just ten minutes a day, you and your kids can master 52 core Bible verses over the course of a year—and have fun doing so!While there are lots of one-year Bible reading plans and family devotionals, few help kids understand the words that they're reading. In this new addition to the popular Core 52 line of resources, Mark E. Moore and his daughter, former teacher and stay-at-home mom Megan Howerton, coach you and your family through 52 of the Bible's key verses. Each week provides you and your child with a simple 5-day plan:• Day 1—read the Bible verse and explanatory text and start a fun challenge• Day 2—memorize a key verse with the help of an engaging 3-minute video• Day 3—read a longer related Bible passage and answer a question• Day 4—further explore through a second Scripture verse and question• Day 5—answer deeper questions together and assess the results of the week&’s challengeIn just a year, Core 52 Family Edition takes children aged 6 to 12 from biblically curious to spiritually confident and competent. Best of all, it&’s a journey you&’ll take with them!
Core Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care
by Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC) Becky Spencer Suzanne Hetzel Campbell Kristina ChamberlainCore Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Lactation Care continues to be a trustworthy source for lactation-specific information and education in a thoroughly updated second edition. Published in association with the Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC), it presents the core curriculum required to practice as a beginning lactation consultant in an easy-to-read format. Written by an interdisciplinary team of clinical lactation experts, it reflects the current state of practice and offers evidence-based information regardless of discipline or specialty. The updated Second Edition includes new information on scientific evidence supporting breastfeeding, the biochemistry of human milk, breastfeeding multiplies or a preterm infant, lactation and maternal mental health, breast pathology, and more.
Corinne: A Novel
by Rebecca Morrow"I was riveted...A modern-day Romeo & Juliet."—Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Two WaysYou want to walk away from the things that are bad for you and never look back.That's what Corinne Callahan wants.Cast out of the fundamentalist church she was raised in and cut off from her family, Corinne builds a new life for herself. A good one. But she never stops missing the life—and the love— she's left behind.It's Enoch Miller who ruins everything for her. It was always Enoch Miller. She'll never get him out from under her skin.Set over fifteen years and told with astonishing intimacy, Rebecca Morrow's Corinne is the story of a woman who risks everything she's built for the one man she can never have.
Corliss (The Girls of Spindrift #1)
by V.C. AndrewsBook One of the Girls of Spindrift. From the New York Times bestselling author of the Flowers in the Attic and My Sweet Audrina series, now Lifetime movies, here begins a haunting new series featuring highly intelligent teenage girls who struggle to survive a specialized high school and find their place in a world that doesn&’t understand them. Such is the burden of being brilliant.Corliss is not like the other girls at her Los Angeles high school. Incredibly intelligent, shy, and a loner, she has difficultly in fitting in. What&’s worse, a clique of girls is out to get her because she&’s not down with their games. On the night of a school party, her refusal to take drugs with the girls leads them to take matters into their own hands—spiking her drink. Quickly, Corliss&’s entire life is turned upside down and no one—not even the handsome valedictorian who had agreed to go out with her—looks at her the same way. Just when she&’s wondering if she&’ll be able to return to her high school, someone mentions a new place: Spindrift. Could that be her way out? The four Girls of Spindrift novellas together form a spinoff to Bittersweet Dreams—available now!
Cornelia frente al espejo
by Silvina OcampoInfancia y madurez, sueño y realidad, prosa y poesía borran sus fronteras en estos cuentos que sintetizan la madurez de la autora. Publicado por primera vez en España en 1988, Cornelia frente al espejo es el último libro que Silvina Ocampo entregó a la imprenta y es también el más libre. Lo integran cuentos en los que la pasión por narrar desborda lúdicamente los límites impuestos por las convenciones del género: tramas reducidas a diálogos inquietantes, un estilo que se libera de todo lastre narrativo y asume una rara intensidad lírica, personajes que mutan y puntos de vista que cambian dentro de un mismo relato. Alejada de toda forma de disciplina literaria, la autora nos invita a regresar a un estado de inocencia sin acudir a lo naif, a reconstruir la sintaxis de los sueños sin recurrir al automatismo. Así, infancia y madurez, sueño y realidad, prosa y poesía borran sus fronteras en la voz inconfundible de Silvina Ocampo. En esta nueva edición, corregida mediante el cotejo con los manuscritos hallados en el archivo de la autora, se añaden versiones alternativas de dos de sus principales relatos, "Diálogos de Narcisa" y "Nos olvidaremos de nosotros". «Los últimos libros de Silvina Ocampo muestran el punto en que un escritor ya no busca asombrar ni entretener, sino que sólo respira con palabras.»Matilde Sánchez
The Corner Booth Chronicles: A Novel
by Mimi TheboNothing ever happens in Eudora, and that's the way this small town likes it. Then a former resident publishes a novel with characters based on a number of townspeople. Suddenly, there are a whole lot of new ideas in town and not all of them are good.
The Corner House: An enthralling and deeply moving saga set in the North West from bestselling author Ruth Hamilton
by Ruth HamiltonIf you like Dilly Court and Catherine Cookson, you'll love this emotional and powerful story of revenge and retribution from the Sunday Times bestselling author Ruth Hamilton. "I believe that Ruth Hamilton is very much the successor to Catherine Cookson. Her books are plot driven, they just rip along; laughs, weeps, love, they've got the lot, and they're quality writing as well" SARAH BROADHURST, RADIO FOUR"Probably the most moving story I have ever read" -- **** Reader review"A fantastic read" -- ***** Reader review"Wonderful author" -- ***** Reader review"Loved it" -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************************************SHE'S VOWED TO TAKE REVENGE, NO MATTER WHAT THE COST...When Bernard Walsh moves his family from Bolton to Liverpool he does not expect the past to pursue him. But Theresa Nolan, consumptive and angry, is bent on revenge and settles within three miles of Bernard's new home, wreaking havoc from the Mersey to the moorlands of Lancashire.Meanwhile, against a backdrop of dissent and violence, two young girls, separated by fate but bound by blood, begin to wend their often troubled way towards the tranquility and comradeship of the Corner House. What does the future hold in store?
A Corner in Glory Land (A Glory Land Novel #1)
by Janie DeVosIn turn-of-the-century Florida, a family comes of age, and a daughter finds her destiny entwined with a land as full of promise as it is danger. The steamy, sweltering banks of Florida’s Ocklawaha River don’t look much like Glory Land to young Eve Stewart, despite her father’s proclamation. But it’s here that Eve, her three siblings, and their parents will settle in July, 1875. Within a few years, Eve’s father, Hap, has made good on his assurances. They have a large, weathered clapboard house and a comfortable life, thanks to Hap’s job on a steamboat. Eve and her twin sister, Ivy, are blossoming into young women. Yet as Ivy grows more involved in medicine making under the tutelage of a neighboring black woman, her path leads away from the family. Eve, an aspiring writer, loves her home though she longs to see the wider world beyond its swamps and shores. But when she discovers a secret Ivy’s been keeping, Eve must decide between protecting the family name or saving her sister. With the help of a half-Creek Indian tracker, Max Harjo, Eve sets out to find Ivy, beginning a journey that will dare her to follow her ambitions and her passion wherever they lead.
Corner Kick
by Bill SwanMichael Strike is captain of both the school soccer and chess teams. He's got his eye on fellow soccer player and overachiever Miriah, the founder of the youth organization War Orphans of the World. Miriah is quick to befriend a new student, Zahir Jamiat, who has recently moved from the Middle East, but Michael sees the newcomer as a rival. When Michael works up to confronting Zahir, he discovers they have more in common that he initially thought. Corner Kick is a much-needed story of tolerance and friendship.
Corner of a Small Town (A Pendragon Island Saga)
by Grace ThompsonIn an idyllic Welsh tourist town, a local family struggles with dark secrets amid the cheerful summer festivities . . . Pendragon Island is the perfect place for summer holidays, with a stretch of clean golden sand and plenty of amusements nearby. Yet for one local family, the happy atmosphere risks becoming a cruel joke, as the unusually named Lewis Lewis&’s affair with close friend Nia Martin threatens to tear his marriage apart. The irritation of Lewis&’s wife, Dora, is channeled towards their daughter, Rhiannon, who works at Nia&’s sweet shop, Temptations. With his family at war and the gossip beginning to spread, it can only be a matter of time before Lewis&’s misadventures catch up with him . . .
The Corner of Bitter and Sweet
by Robin PalmerGilmore Girls meets Postcards from the Edge crossed with L.A. Candy! Sixteen-year-old Annabelle Jacobs never asked to be famous, but as the daughter of Janie Jacobs, one of the biggest TV stars in the world, she is. Growing up is hard enough. Having to do it in public because your mother is a famous actress? Even harder. When your mom crashes and burns after her DUI mug shot is splashed across the internet? Definitely not fun. Then your mom falls for a guy so much younger than she that it would be more appropriate for you to be dating him? That's just a train wreck waiting to happen. From Robin Palmer, author of Geek Charming and Wicked Jealous, this is a novel about the most complicated relationship a girl ever has: that with her mother.
The Corner of Forever and Always (Everland, Georgia #2)
by Lia RileyFairy tales aren't ever what they seem . . . Tuesday Knight's dream of Broadway stardom has flopped, leaving her unemployed and brokenhearted. Ready to quit kissing frogs and make her own happily-ever-after, she takes a job as a princess in Everland, Georgia's historical amusement park. Mayor Beau Marino lives an unenchanted existence-all work, no play-which is fine by him. After his marriage ended in disaster, the last thing he wants in his life is more drama. But Everland's new free spirit has a talent for getting under his starched collar. When the town's beloved but bankrupt park might be shut down, Tuesday and Beau face a choice. Can they join forces, save the day-and each other? Or will their fierce battle of wills destroy any chance of a fairy-tale ending?In the tradition of New York Times bestselling authors Kristan Higgins, Jill Shalvis, and Marina Adair, comes the second book in Lia Riley's Everland, Georgia series about two city sisters finding love in a small town.
A Corner of the Heart: The Hooper Family Saga Book One (The\hooper Family Saga Ser.)
by Jessica StirlingThe first novel in Jessica Stirling's enthralling saga series is set in 1930s England, where an East End girl with ideas of her own makes a surprising journey from the back streets of Shadwell to the salons of Mayfair. Susan Hooper is private secretary to bestselling author, Vivian Proudfoot. Well-spoken and well-read, she soon learns how to hold her own with London's literary sophisticates. But the attentions of Mercer Hughes, a handsome agent with a notorious reputation and a shady past, are more than a docker's daughter can cope with and she finds herself falling reluctantly in love. She is soon cut off from her father and at loggerheads with her idealistic brother Ronnie and his gadabout wife Breda. Even her old friend, newspaperman Danny Cahill, is shocked at the circles in which Susan finds herself where pimps and gangsters rub shoulders with wealthy fascist sympathisers in support of the war in Spain.As the threat of world war grows Susan is torn between loyalty to her family and a lover who will not let her go. But when the time comes to choose she finds a solution that surprises everyone.Susan's story continues in The Wayward Wife.
A Corner of the Heart: The Hooper Family Saga Book One (The Hooper Family Saga)
by Jessica StirlingThe first novel in Jessica Stirling's enthralling saga series is set in 1930s England, where an East End girl with ideas of her own makes a surprising journey from the back streets of Shadwell to the salons of Mayfair. Susan Hooper is private secretary to bestselling author, Vivian Proudfoot. Well-spoken and well-read, she soon learns how to hold her own with London's literary sophisticates. But the attentions of Mercer Hughes, a handsome agent with a notorious reputation and a shady past, are more than a docker's daughter can cope with and she finds herself falling reluctantly in love. She is soon cut off from her father and at loggerheads with her idealistic brother Ronnie and his gadabout wife Breda. Even her old friend, newspaperman Danny Cahill, is shocked at the circles in which Susan finds herself where pimps and gangsters rub shoulders with wealthy fascist sympathisers in support of the war in Spain.As the threat of world war grows Susan is torn between loyalty to her family and a lover who will not let her go. But when the time comes to choose she finds a solution that surprises everyone.Susan's story continues in The Wayward Wife.
A Corner of the Universe (Scholastic Gold)
by Ann M. MartinAnn Martin's phenomenal Newbery Honor book, now in paperback The summer Hattie turns 12, her predictable smalltown life is turned on end when her uncle Adam returns home for the first time in over ten years. Hattie has never met him, never known about him. He's been institutionalized; his condition invovles schizophrenia and autism. Hattie, a shy girl who prefers the company of adults, takes immediately to her excitable uncle, even when the rest of the family -- her parents and grandparents -- have trouble dealing with his intense way of seeing the world. And Adam, too, sees that Hattie is special, that her quiet, shy ways are not a disability,
A Corner of White: Book 1 Of The Colors Of Madeleine (The Colors of Madeleine #1)
by Jaclyn Moriarty“[A] fantasy series opener unlike anything else out there . . . Quirky, charming, funny, sad: another winner from this always-surprising author.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor BookA Kirkus Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Horn Book Fanfare BookThis is a tale of missing persons. Madeleine and her mother have run away from their former life, under mysterious circumstances, and settled in a rainy corner of Cambridge (in our world).Elliot, on the other hand, is in search of his father, who disappeared on the night his uncle was found dead. The talk in the town of Bonfire (in the Kingdom of Cello) is that Elliot’s dad may have killed his brother and run away with the Physics teacher. But Elliot refuses to believe it. And he is determined to find both his dad and the truth.As Madeleine and Elliot move closer to unraveling their mysteries, they begin to exchange messages across worlds—through an accidental gap that hasn’t appeared in centuries. But even greater mysteries are unfolding on both sides of the gap: dangerous weather phenomena called “color storms”; a strange fascination with Isaac Newton; the myth of the “Butterfly Child,” whose appearance could end the droughts of Cello; and some unexpected kisses . . . “Startlingly original fantasy.” —E. Lockhart, #1 New York Times–bestselling author“A marvelous novel—in every sense of the word.” —Deborah Harkness, #1 New York Times–bestselling author “[A] genre-blending feat of stylistic energy.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Moriarty’s marvelously original fantasy is quirky and clever.” —Booklist
A Cornish Inheritance: a captivating, heartwarming Cornish saga (The Fox Bay Saga #1)
by Terri NixonThe perfect treat for fans of Poldark, Downton Abbey and Dilly Court - discover the first in a heartwarming new series set in the 1920s in a glamorous hotel on the Cornish Riviera . . .Welcome to Fox Bay Hotel, where family fortunes rise and fall.1920, Bristol. Helen Fox is happily married to the love of her life: charming, former playboy Harry. With their three children, glamorous lifestyle and extravagant parties, they have the perfect life. But after a tragic motorcycle accident, nothing will ever be the same...Helen is forced to leave their home and move to the Fox family's hotel on the Cornish coast - where she discovers her perfect life has been based on a lie.Now Helen must find a way to build a new life for herself and her children with the help of a vivacious new friend, Leah Marshall.But when the future of the hotel is threatened, Helen discovers that she hasn't left her past behind after all, and unless she takes drastic action, she's going to lose everything all over again...Set against the dramatic Cornish coastline, this tale of tragedy and triumph will delight fans of Rosie Goodwin and Evie Grace.Praise for A Cornish Inheritance'Love, loss and old rivalries are skilfully woven against an atmospheric coastal backdrop holding a promise of new beginnings. A five star page turner from the start' Kay Brellend, author of A Workhouse Christmas'Terri Nixon has created a captivating backdrop for the Fox Bay Hotel, and the Fox family who run it. I guarantee their story will stay with you long after you have finished reading this beautifully written book' Lynne Francis, author of A Maid's Ruin'A moving story of tragedy, deception and one woman's determination to protect her family. I couldn't put it down!' Charlotte Betts, author of The Light Within Us'A worthy five stars!' RoNA award-winning, bestselling novelist Tania Crosse
A Cornish Inheritance: a captivating, heartwarming Cornish saga
by Terri NixonThe perfect treat for fans of Poldark, Downton Abbey and Dilly Court - discover the first in a heartwarming new series set in the 1920s in a glamorous hotel on the Cornish Riviera . . .Welcome to Fox Bay Hotel, where family fortunes rise and fall.1920, Bristol. Helen Fox is happily married to the love of her life: charming, former playboy Harry. With their three children, glamorous lifestyle and extravagant parties, they have the perfect life. But after a tragic motorcycle accident, nothing will ever be the same...Helen is forced to leave their home and move to the Fox family's hotel on the Cornish coast - where she discovers her perfect life has been based on a lie.Now Helen must find a way to build a new life for herself and her children with the help of a vivacious new friend, Leah Marshall.But when the future of the hotel is threatened, Helen discovers that she hasn't left her past behind after all, and unless she takes drastic action, she's going to lose everything all over again...Set against the dramatic Cornish coastline, this tale of tragedy and triumph will delight fans of Rosie Goodwin and Evie Grace.Praise for A Cornish Inheritance'Love, loss and old rivalries are skilfully woven against an atmospheric coastal backdrop holding a promise of new beginnings. A five star page turner from the start' Kay Brellend, author of A Workhouse Christmas'Terri Nixon has created a captivating backdrop for the Fox Bay Hotel, and the Fox family who run it. I guarantee their story will stay with you long after you have finished reading this beautifully written book' Lynne Francis, author of A Maid's Ruin'A moving story of tragedy, deception and one woman's determination to protect her family. I couldn't put it down!' Charlotte Betts, author of The Light Within Us'A worthy five stars!' RoNA award-winning, bestselling novelist Tania Crosse
A Cornish Inheritance: a captivating, heartwarming Cornish saga (The Fox Bay Saga #1)
by Terri NixonThe perfect treat for fans of Poldark, Downton Abbey and Dilly Court - discover the first in a heartwarming new series set in the 1920s in a glamorous hotel on the Cornish Riviera . . .Welcome to Fox Bay Hotel, where family fortunes rise and fall.1920, Bristol. Helen Fox is happily married to the love of her life: charming, former playboy Harry. With their three children, glamorous lifestyle and extravagant parties, they have the perfect life. But after a tragic motorcycle accident, nothing will ever be the same...Helen is forced to leave their home and move to the Fox family's hotel on the Cornish coast - where she discovers her perfect life has been based on a lie.Now Helen must find a way to build a new life for herself and her children with the help of a vivacious new friend, Leah Marshall.But when the future of the hotel is threatened, Helen discovers that she hasn't left her past behind after all, and unless she takes drastic action, she's going to lose everything all over again...Set against the dramatic Cornish coastline, this tale of tragedy and triumph will delight fans of Rosie Goodwin and Evie Grace.Praise for A Cornish Inheritance'Love, loss and old rivalries are skilfully woven against an atmospheric coastal backdrop holding a promise of new beginnings. A five star page turner from the start' Kay Brellend, author of A Workhouse Christmas'Terri Nixon has created a captivating backdrop for the Fox Bay Hotel, and the Fox family who run it. I guarantee their story will stay with you long after you have finished reading this beautifully written book' Lynne Francis, author of A Maid's Ruin'A moving story of tragedy, deception and one woman's determination to protect her family. I couldn't put it down!' Charlotte Betts, author of The Light Within Us'Sensitively written, an intriguing story expressed with intense feeling. A worthy five stars!' RNA award-winning, bestselling novelist Tania Crosse
The Coronation Party: The heart-warming and uplifting new saga for fans of Nancy Revell
by Norma CurtisA heart-warming and emotional saga perfect for the coronation, perfect for fans of Nancy Revell, Rosie Goodwin and Vicky Beeby'This joyful saga is the perfect read to get you in the Coronation spirit!' MY WEEKLY'Entirely charming and utterly joyful' TRISHA ASHLEY____________Spring, 1953. The sun is shining on Little Green Street, the bunting is being brought out, and Britain is getting ready to crown its new Queen.For Helen Jones, whose father died on the same day as the old king, the coronation might just represent a fresh start. Her husband Tad, organiser of the local street party, is determined to put a smile back on her face.Whereas for Emlyn Hughes, who has secretly admired beautiful single mother Nancy for years, the sudden festive spirit might just be the prompt he needs to finally confess his feelings.As the cakes are baked and the national anthem is rehearsed, the street is finally ready to cast aside the shadow of war for a moment of true joy.But Emlyn and Tad's plans are shaken by the arrival of an unexpected letter and an unwelcome guest.As old secrets threaten to ruin their new starts, only the power of good neighbours and kind hearts can keep the street together - and make sure they have a party that's fit for a Queen . . .
The Coronavirus Manual for Parents: A Guide to Behavior, Fear, Claustrophobia and Hope-at Home
by Thomas PhelanFrom the internationally bestselling author of 1-2-3 Magic comes The Coronavirus Manual for Parents, a must-have guide for parenting while social distancingDr. Thomas Phelan, renowned clinical psychologist, knows it isn't easy to be stuck at home during these scary times. The kids are restless, anxious, and confused, and frankly, so are you! But Dr. Phelan has broken down the elements of effective parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic into an easy-to-understand program that can bring comfort and joy to any family. Full of useful tips and actionable advice, Dr. Phelan teaches parents: How to manage your kids during strange, tough times Teach your children (and yourself!) how to handle scary information How to avoid turning into a monster under stress Maximize your enjoyment of your kids Spark courage and resilience
Corporal Punishment of Children in Theoretical Perspective
by Michael Donnelly Murray Arnold StrausDespite being commonplace in American households a generation ago, corporal punishment of children has been subjected to criticism and shifting attitudes in recent years. Many school districts have banned it, and many child advocates recommend that parents no longer spank or strike their children. In this book, social theorist Michael Donnelly and family violence expert Murray A. Straus tap the expertise of social science scholars and researchers who address issues of corporal punishment, a subject that is now characterized as a key issue in child welfare. The contributors discuss corporal punishment, its use, causes, and consequences, drawing on a wide array of comparative, psychological, and sociological theories. Together, they clarify the analytical issues and lay a strong foundation for future research and interdisciplinary collaboration.