Susan Jones

Based on an ethnographic study involving three families who live on a Midlands council housing estate, this book presents portraits of everyday lives - and the literacy practices that are part of them - as a way to explore the complex relationship between literacy and social justice. Each portrait focuses on a different aspect of literacy in everyday life: drawing on perspectives offered by the long and diverse tradition of literacy studies, each is followed by discussion of a different way of looking at literacy and what this means for social justice. The lens of literacy allows us to see the challenges faced by many families and communities as a result of social policy, and how a narrow view of literacy is often implicated within these challenges. It also illustrates the ways in which literacy practices are powerful resources in the creative and collaborative navigation of everyday lives. Arguing for the importance of looking carefully at everyday literacy in order to understand the intertwining factors that threaten justice, this book positions literary research and education as central to the struggle for wider social change. It will be of interest and value to researchers, educators and students of literacy for social justice.

Reframing the Debate for Families and Communities

Portraits of Everyday Literacy for Social Justice

The perfect book for young boys and girls to celebreate the Easter holiday, learning the meaning of Easter and the love of Jesus through a story of lovable forest animals A quiet forest wakes up from its winter sleep. Buds blossom and trees stretch their branches—spring is here! All the animals are excited for the season of rebirth, because it means Easter is soon to come! Little Bunny and his friends get ready for the special and important day with an Easter egg hunt. But when Little Bunny makes a mistake that makes him think he’s ruined all the fun, his friends and family come together to help him understand the meaning of Easter—a celebration of Jesus's resurrection and the new life He offers us. An Easter Egg Hunt for Jesus features the same adorable forest creatures met in the heartwarming Christmas storybooks, A Birthday Party for Jesus and Everyone Is Invited to Christmas. Beautifully illustrated by Lee Holland, this picture book will offer young children a fun, relatable story of a little rabbit who makes a mistake and learns how disappointment can transform into hope.

God Gave Us Easter to Celebrate His Life

An Easter Egg Hunt for Jesus

Susan Jones Knape

A marketing manager for a personal finance company offers 50 practical tips to help today's women become financially savvy.

50 Ways Savvy Women Can Make More, Save More, and Have More!

The Money Rules

Lighten any dreary day, and start every bright morning off with Daily Promises from God. This special book is a 365-day devotional filled with uplifting scripture to fill each day with a reassuring reminder of God’s love. Peaceful, colorful backgrounds complement the beauty of the words on each page, creating a tranquil way to engage with every verse. This beautiful collection of God’s loving words will help you weather everyday challenges and fortify your relationship with God. Promises scripture will include: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. (Isaiah 43:2) Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know, says the LORD. (Jeremiah 33:3) Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God. (Matthew 5:9) The perfect little gift book or personal keepsake, this small book is just the right size to carry with you in your bag, on your daily commute to work, or on the way to school. Read the promises, commit them to memory, and hide them in your heart for when the going gets tough. Daily Promises from God ensures that each day comes with heartening reminders of how God is always with us.

Daily Promises from God

Nobody loves you like Grandma loves you! Show little ones how much they are adored with this beautifully illustrated story celebrating the enduring wonder of a grandma’s love. From wisdom and guidance to strength and security, each page highlights one of the many ways in which grandmothers add to a child’s life. Some days Grandma is a protector guiding her grandchild to safety, other days she is a teacher giving her grandchild lessons on tradition and how to be the best they can be. With baby animals and colorful delights on every page, this rhyming tale is sure to be a bedtime favorite.

Grandma's Promise

Will Hedgehog have the courage to show God's love to a new neighbor in the forest? When a new creature moves into the friends’ area of the forest, Hedgehog wants to do something special to welcome him. But Hedgehog is shy, and he's not sure if his gift is good enough. Despite his uncertainty—and the distractions from other forest creatures that almost prevent him from completing his plan—Hedgehog learns an important lesson: that the secret ingredient that makes friendship so sweet is sharing God’s love. God’s Love Is a Warm Cookie is the follow-up to the heartwarming Christmas storybooks, A Birthday Party for Jesus, Everyone Is Invited to Christmas, and A Christmas Pageant for Jesus. Beautifully illustrated by Lee Holland, this picture book will offer young children a fun, relatable story of forest friends who realize that the best gift we can give is the unselfish love that Jesus modeled for us.

Sharing with Others Is Sweet as Can Be

God's Love Is a Warm Cookie

A Bedtime Book that’s Brimming with Love! Show little ones how much they are adored with this beautifully illustrated story celebrating the unique wonder of a grandpa’s love. From wisdom and guidance to strength and security, each spread highlights one of the many ways in which grandfathers add to a child’s life. Some days Grandpa is a protector guiding his grandchild to safety, other days he is a teacher, and other days he is a snuggly bear with whom you can laugh and play. Baby animals and colorful scenes invite kids of all ages into this heartwarming tale that emphasizes the importance of family connections. Inspires family reading time Brings calm and comfort to kids at bedtime Destined to become a family keepsake Foster the bond between grandfather and baby with this endearing book and its comforting message. Grandpa’s Promise speaks to children and adults of all ages and is the perfect addition to every family library.

Grandpa's Promise

The La Chance Mine Mystery

Debra Myhill

Ros Fisher

Shirley Larkin

Using Talk to Support Writing presents a new and innovative approach to the teaching of early writing. The authors discuss both theoretical and practical issues around using talk in the classroom to support children as they learn to write. Set within the context of national concern for achievement in the development of writing ability, it addresses the gap in understanding early teaching and focuses on the exploration of how talk and writing interface. This includes: - Numerous examples of teaching and activities for using talk to support writing - Using extensive data from classrooms; video and audio recordings, and transcripts of children's talk - Exploring three aspects of talk when used to support writing: talk for idea generation; talk for oral rehearsal and talk for reflection. This book is for students on Primary ITT courses, particularly for English specialists. Students on M-level English and literacy courses will also find it useful.

Using Talk to Support Writing

The meaning of Christmas is often overshadowed by the wave of commercialism that precedes it. It’s all too easy for kids to lose sight of the true meaning of this holiday when their daily cartoons include a flood of toy commercials and their focus is on their own wish list. This book is a heartwarming reminder to children that Christmas isn’t about Santa or asking for presents; it’s about celebrating Jesus’s birthday. This inviting, full-color, illustrated picture book tells a story of forest animals preparing for a big and exciting event. Each page provides another clue to young readers that somewhere in the forest, one special animal knows the true meaning of Christmas and wants to share it with the rest of his forest friends. By the final page of the story, kids will better understand that the greatest joy of the Christmas season is in celebrating the life of Jesus with their family and community. Teaches young children to enjoy Christmas by celebrating Jesus! Warm, endearing animal illustrations will entice pre-readers and early readers and inspire their imagination Reinforces Christian values in a non-judgmental and non-threatening way Helps to balance the bombardment of commercialism during the holiday months The perfect addition to any family’s holiday book collection

A Birthday Party for Jesus

The forest is abuzz with magic and excitement—it’s time for Jesus’ birthday again! The invitations for His birthday party float on in to all but one forest creature. Living far off in a hollow in the forest’s furthest tree, Little Raccoon has never quite fit in with the other forest animals. Feeling left out and alone, she watches as the rest of the friends share in the fun of decorating for Christmas. It’s not until Little Raccoon gets help from an unexpected friend that she discovers the meaning of Jesus’s birthday, His love, and that everyone is invited! A Birthday Invitation from Jesus is the follow-up to the heartwarming Christmas storybook, A Birthday Party for Jesus. Beautifully illustrated by Lee Holland, this picture book will offer young children a fun, relatable story of a quirky raccoon who feels a bit different from everyone else, and how the best part of Christmas is finding the warmth of Jesus’s love and friendship.

Everyone Is Invited to Christmas

A charming children's book to remind us of God's grace at Christmastime. The forest friends are excited to celebrate Christmas together again! As their birthday gift to Jesus this year, the animals plan a Christmas pageant to share the true meaning of the holiday and the message of Jesus’s love. Trouble pops up when not every forest creature is comfortable speaking on stage and the “perfect” pageant seems impossible. It’s not until one friend brings the problems to Jesus through prayer that they are all reminded that God simply wants each forest creature to do their best with the unique gifts He has given them. A Christmas Pageant for Jesus is the follow-up to the heartwarming Christmas storybooks, A Birthday Party for Jesus and Everyone Is Invited to Christmas. Beautifully illustrated by Lee Holland, this picture book will offer young children a fun, relatable story of forest friends who discover that we don’t need to be perfect to honor God and that Jesus understands the troubles of our hearts because he came as a baby and lived on earth.

Celebrating God's Grace

Christmas Pageant for Jesus

Kathleen Anderson

Embrace your inner Jane and find a new way of life in thrift! Jane Austen knew that wealth and grandeur had little to do with happiness, and that fashionable new dresses and reticules to impress Mr. Darcy simply were not the path to fulfillment—especially when one accrues debt in the process. It’s as true today as it was then . . . Whether you have a fortune or not, you’re well advised to make the most of your income—and save for your future. Now, using the timeless wisdom and example of Jane Austen’s memorable heroines, this book offers everything the modern lady needs to know about: *Clever investing *Keeping up appearances on a budget *Giving and receiving graciously *Finding treasures at flea markets and church rummage sales *Planning a party that only looks extravagant *And more Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift shows how to make your circumstances significantly less reduced, and how to live a life of elegent economy and joyful generosity—whether you’ve as much as Emma Woodhouse or as little as Miss Bates.

An Independent Woman's Advice on Living within One's Means

Jane Austen's Guide to Thrift

Treasured memories... come from ordinary moments.Between one winsome grandfather and one lucky little boy are keepsakes of the heart... memories made by the two of them for all time. Most are simple. Checkers and hot chocolate. Hugs and silly songs. A special wink that means "we're in this together." But their time together is coming to an end. With insight and tenderness, author Susan Jones tells the story of what comes next for a little boy who discovers memory-making is a language of love that can be whispered across the years.

Until We Meet Again

The basal ganglia are involved in complex brain functions, from voluntary movement control to learning and reward processing, and they are implicated in numerous neurological and psychiatric disorders. Information from the cerebral cortex and thalamus is conveyed to basal ganglia nuclei via glutamate release, while dopamine from the midbrain is released in close proximity to glutamate. At the heart of both function and dysfunction of basal ganglia circuits is the interaction of these two neurotransmitters, dopamine and glutamate. Elucidating the relationship between their molecular and cellular effects and behavioural significance has been challenging, but in the past 5–10 years, improved labeling, imaging, recording, and genetic manipulation approaches have yielded new information on how dopamine and glutamate interact to generate the circuit activity underpinning basal ganglia function. Dopamine–Glutamate Interactions in the Basal Ganglia synthesizes this recent research from the level of receptor molecules all the way to complex behaviours and disease. Current insights from research on individual neurons and synapses, detailed circuit analysis, and learning and action functions of the basal ganglia are presented against a historical perspective. The book also discusses compromised dopamine–glutamate interaction in disorders of basal ganglia function, including Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, and drug addiction.

Dopamine – Glutamate Interactions in the Basal Ganglia

This full-color, illustrated book of verses is the quintessential children’s guide to the core teachings of the Bible. With a treasured verse featured on every spread along with a simple, kid-friendly explanation to help clarify the verse’s meaning, this book provides a fun way to build on a child’s understanding of their faith. Four pages of colorful stickers are included to encourage and reward children as they succeed in memorizing each verse. Parents will appreciate the wide selection of scripture covering key topics like God’s love, the importance of faith, the value of family, and the teachings of Jesus. Kids will appreciate the colorful and inspiring illustrations that accompany each verse and the positive, interactive approach to Bible study. This is the perfect gift for preschool and elementary school-aged children and a valuable resource for Bible camps, study groups, and other educational settings. Featured verses will include: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” (Psalm 119:105) “Honor thy father and thy mother.” (Exodus 20:12)

My First Book of Bible Verses

Children will find endless joy in this glow-in-the-dark bedtime prayer book featuring more than fifty beautifully illustrated, kid-friendly prayers. The special, glow-in-the-dark hardcover is an irresistible touch of fun that builds excitement about the nightly prayer ritual. This is a perfect gift for new parents and young families who want to incorporate daily prayer into the bedtime ritual. Short, rhyming verses that underscore God’s love will comfort and relax children to sleep while also providing them with a better understanding of their faith and its role in their life. Approachable and colorful illustrations of children, baby animals, rainbows, and more will accompany each prayer. Featured prayers include traditional selections such as The Lord’s Prayer as well as original prayers: Thank you Lord, for blessing me, my heart is full of love, you give me hope and strength and care, and guidance from above. Parents and grandparents will love how Guided by His Light prepares children for a long and fulfilling relationship with God through consistent prayer.

A Child's Bedtime Prayer Book

Guided by His Light

"The first book of the Dark Deception trilogy...Are there really powerful dark forces in the world around us? Are any of us ever safe from the evil that lurks within the shadows? Samantha has spent her entire life being tormented by an unseen entity. Could this be a dark presence in her life or is she simply influenced by an overly religious imagination? In this story, she tells of her horrifying experiences that date back to when she was a small child. Follow her on a journey as she desperately seeks the help she needs in order to be free of this curse forever..."

Dark Deception

The second book of the Dark Deception trilogy... Are there dark forces hiding in the shadows around us? Or is there another, more logical, explanation for the things that go bump in the night? For Homicide Detective, Lidia Sanchez, these are serious questions that she is about to find answers to. Her troubles begin when she starts to experience unexplainable events that change her entire life. Are these events a result of dark forces or is there another reason for the problems Lidia is facing? As a non-believer in the supernatural world, she is determined to prove that there is another explanation for the unexplainable. Along with a local paranormal group, she investigates the events and the strange occurrences that have been going on for more than a year. Follow Lidia in her journey as she investigates the mysterious events and strives to find an explanation and solution to the problem that she's facing. Will she be free of this curse in the end? Or will the entity continue to overtake every aspect of her life and eventually push her to insanity?

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