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◆◆ Will haunting memories of the past doom a marriage before it starts? ◆◆The Scottish Bride: Coira MacDuff has had a hard life. Once a prisoner of the English and held captive in a hanging cage, she is hesitant to marry an Englishman. Still, she does so for an alliance for her clan. Never does she expect her new husband to bring her back to Liddel Castle, the place that still haunts her dreams. The English Knight: Sir Lance de Selby manages to secure a border castle, trying to impress his new Scottish bride. However, the girl seems spooked and wants nothing more than to flee and go back to Scotland. All his attempts to make her accept him as her husband have failed and he doesn't know why.Will past memories haunt a new marriage? Or can love turn nightmares into bliss?

Using Philadelphia as a case study, A Mother's Job explores the history of day care from the perspective of families who used it, tracing day care's transformation from a charity for poor single mothers in the early twentieth century to a legitimate and culturally accepted social need for ordinary families -- and a potential responsibility of government -- by the 1950s.

Americans today live with conflicting ideas about day care. We criticize mothers who choose not to stay at home, but we pressure women on welfare to leave their children behind. We recognize the benefits of early childhood education, but do not provide it as a public right until children enter kindergarten. Our children are priceless, but we pay minimum wages to the overwhelmingly female workforce which cares for them. We are not really sure if day care is detrimental or beneficial for children, or if mothers should really be in the workforce. To better understand how we have arrived at these present-day dilemmas, Elizabeth Rose argues, we need to explore day care's past. A Mother's Job is the first book to offer such an exploration. In this case study of Philadelphia, Rose examines the different meanings of day care for families and providers from the late nineteenth century through the postwar prosperity of the 1950s. Drawing on richly detailed records created by social workers, she explores changing attitudes about motherhood, charity, and children's needs. How did day care change from a charity for poor single mothers at the turn of the century into a recognized need of ordinary families by 1960? This book traces that transformation, telling the story of day care from the changing perspectives of the families who used it and the philanthropists and social workers who administered it. We see day care through the eyes of the immigrants, whites, and blacks who relied upon day care service as well as through those of the professionals who provided it. This volume will appeal to anyone interested in understanding the roots of our current day care crisis, as well as the broader issues of education, welfare, and women's work--all issues in which the key questions of day care are enmeshed. Students of social history, women's history, welfare policy, childcare, and education will also encounter much valuable information in this well-written book.

How did the United States move from seeing preschool as a way to give the nation's poorest children a "head start" to the goal of providing preschool for all children as the beginning of public education? Drawing lessons from the successes and failures of past efforts, advocates, policymakers, and experts have recently been pushing to make preschool education available to all children. They have had remarkable success at expanding preschool in many parts of the country, and are gaining support for federal action as well. Yet questions still remain about the best ways to shape policy that will fulfill the promise of preschool. The Promise of Preschool investigates how policy choices in the past forty-five years-such as the creation of Head Start in the 1960s, efforts to craft a child care system in the 1970s, and the campaign to reform K-12 schooling in the 1980s--helped shape the decisions that policymakers are now making about early education. It traces decisions made by presidents from Lyndon Johnson to George W. Bush, and by members of Congress, governors, state legislators, educators, researchers, children's advocates, community activists, foundation leaders and others who have shaped our nation's approach to the care and education of young children. Having explored the sources of today's preschool movement, the book then discusses policy questions that need to be addressed as we move forward: should preschool be provided to all children, or just to the neediest? Should it be run by public schools, or incorporate private child care providers? What are the most important ways to ensure educational quality? By looking at these policy issues through the lens of history, this book offers a unique perspective on this important area of education reform, and explores how an understanding of the past can help spur debate about today's decisions.

The past 45 years have seen the emergence of education for young children as a national issue, spurred by the initiation of the Head Start program in the 1960s, efforts to create a child care system in the 1970s, and the campaign to reform K-12 schooling in the 1980s. Today, the push to make preschool the beginning of public education for all children has gained support in many parts of the country and promises to put early education policy on the national agenda. Yet questions still remain about the best ways to shape policy that will fulfill the promise of preschool. In The Promise of Preschool, Elizabeth Rose traces the history of decisions on early education made by presidents from Lyndon Johnson to George W. Bush, by other lawmakers, and by experts, advocates, activists, and others. Using this historical context as a lens, the book shows how the past shapes today's preschool debate and provides meaningful perspective on the policy questions that need to be addressed as we move forward: Should we provide preschool to all children, or just to the neediest? Should it be run by public schools, or incorporate private child care providers? How do we most effectively ensure educational quality and success? The Promise of Preschool is a balanced, in-depth investigation into these and other important questions and demonstrates how an understanding of the past can stimulate valuable debate about the care and education of young children today. 'This work illuminates the complexity of the issues, processes, and personages involved in early childhood policy in a way that is thoughtful, readable, and sensitive to the contradictory demands and competing concerns with which policy makers, educators, and parents have to contend. It greatly expands our understanding of early childhood policy over the last 45 years and should top reading lists for stakeholders and students alike.' - Kristen Nawrotski, History of Education Quarterly 'The Promise of Preschool is more important now than ever before. Local, state and federal policymakers are looking at the "promise" of early childhood to help close the achievement gap. The discussion is no longer whether early childhood matters, but how do we expand access and improve quality for all children? Elizabeth Rose's historical look at the field - and its patchwork of services - provides an invaluable resource for policymakers and academics. As a State Senator, I read the book with interest and recommend it to colleagues interested in understanding early childhood education.'- Beth Bye, Connecticut State Senator, 5th District 'The Promise of Preschool is the most complete history of the preschool education movement written to date. Plus, the author even-handedly discusses the remaining issues that must be resolved before the full potential of preschool can be realized.' -Edward Zigler, Sterling Professor of Psychology, Emeritus, Yale University, and founder of Head Start 'It is rare to find in one volume acute historical analysis and good sense about current questions of public policy. The Promise of Preschool offers both, told in the form of a lively narrative. It's a book that should be read not only by scholars and advocates, but also by all who care about children and the futures they will create for all of us.'-Ellen Condliffe Lagemann, Levy Institute Research Professor, Bard College 'Beautifully and accessibly written, The Promise of Preschool is a spectacular piece of scholarship. A highly original analysis, the book is a goldmine for anyone who wants to understand one of the most important issues in America today. Rose provides a much needed voice of mediation in the battle over how to move forward in the rapidly growing world of preschool education. Anyone interested in the future of education should read this book. Our children and our country can't wait.'-Barbara Beatty, Professor of Education, Wellesley College, and author of Preschool Education in America 'The Promise of Preschool deftly employs stories about people, places, and reform movements to account for America's patchwork approach to preschool, and does so with an eye to broader theoretical questions about how history constrains and enables social change.'-Jeff Henig, Professor of Political Science and Education, Columbia University

What's really going on in our public school classrooms? Good question. -Journalists are not allowed in... -Teachers risk punishment if they speak out... -School administrators will only share the good stuff... -Most lawmakers? Clueless. Yo Miz has the answer. Yo Miz is the seriously funny memoir of an unconventional "edu-tainer," ejected from her home school and assigned to teach at 25 Manhattan public high schools in one wacky year. Yo Miz is about the kids. From el barrio to Wall Street, they're all present...speaking in their own voices. Yo Miz is a remarkable odyssey through the largest public school system in the US. Want a front row seat in class? Then Yo Miz = required reading. Fa real

♥ All he wants is the money he's owed. Instead, he gets his late debtor's sexy Peruvian daughter, a Bible, and a bag of beans ♥Jack Talon is on a mission to correct his mistakes of the past. After lending money to an American professor to fund his expedition to Peru, the professor dies without repaying his debt. Jack needs that money because now his restaurant is in peril. He has high hopes that the professor's search for Incan treasure was successful, and that the man has left him something of value. To Jack's surprise, the professor did leave something behind, but it is not what he expected.Eden Ramirez is called from the mountains of Cuzco, Peru to be at her American father's side. On his deathbed, he gives her a Bible and a pouch to give to Chicago restaurant owner, Jack Talon. He also assures her that the man will help her get back home.But when Eden meets the rude man named Jack, she realizes he doesn't want to help her because of his anger toward her late father. Instead, he keeps trying to push her away. Coming from another culture and a simple way of life, Eden has survived on very little while Jack has always had more than he needed. Or has he? It seems the thing Jack needs most in life right now is something that cannot be bought. A man with everything to lose is made guardian of a woman who has everything to gain in this relationship of two opposites from different walks of life. Culture, love, honor, and forgiveness pave the road to what can be the most valuable treasure of all

★ A cowboy turned stuntman is no match for the rancher's feisty daughter ★The Cowboy: Luke Tyler will do anything to earn money to buy back his ranch. He takes a job as a stuntman that lands him with the lead role in a low-budget western movie. Shooting on location at Bright Star Ranch, Luke meets the rancher's daughter who is more like one of the guys. Will his charms work on the girl when Luke's cheap producer makes him seduce her as part of a business plan?The Rancher's Daughter: Star Brighton is far from being a lady, but her tenacity and ability to herd cattle and run a ranch can match the skills of any of Luke's stunts. She is no one's fool She realizes that the movie crew filming on their land is not the answer to their problems, even if her mother thinks it is. About to lose their ranch to back taxes, she's been forced to accept the womanizer, Luke Tyler into her home. All she wants to do is punch him, but one smile from the handsome cowboy ends up making her heart beat faster. One kiss from him makes her feel as sexy as his Hollywood bombshell of a co-star. But are his advances toward her sincere, or only part of a role he plays?Will the passion that grows between them become stronger, or will stunts that should stay out of the bedroom ruin a union between them? Two determined people will do anything to get what they want. But will they be willing to sacrifice their feelings of love to get it?

May Day: The DruidessLady Flora Debenham discovers from her dying mother that her father was really a Druid. On a secret mission to find him at her late mother's request, Flora sets out. She convinces her uncle to let her take her cousin's place as Lord Ricard's betrothed. The lord's forest is the hiding spot of the Druids and Flora must find it.The KnightLord Ricard Wellington is awoken in the middle of the night to find out his betrothed has been replaced. Lady Flora is beautiful but holds a deep secret. She also keeps sneaking off to the forest. Ricard doesn't have time for a disobedient bride, because he is on a hunt to find and kill the Druids who were responsible for the death of his parents.Will vengeance prevent the seeds of love from blooming?

The Great North WindIn times of celebration, whether it be in nature's seasons or the seasons of our lives, God's unmistakable presence is always there reminding us of the big part he plays in everything we experience. This story expresses my reflection on these things and the importance of realizing that God began the process, and it is God who will finish it. Share A SmileThe world around us is becoming cold as the Bible prophesied; however, God continues to expect his people to burn with love for others, and this process can begin with a simple smile. Whether we realize it or not, a genuine smile goes a long way in reaching out to the outcast, the lonely, the hopeless, and so on, offering hope that better times are coming. And as we give a smile to others, we can be sure that God will smile on us, and hope will come alive once more.

This is not your average book about raising children. Elizabeth captures the idea as if she is sitting in the room talking to you. You will remember the stories because each topic is short, sweet, and to the point. New parents take notice This book is delightful to read. You will relate to the subjects and feel a sense of comfort knowing that Elizabeth Rose is in your corner. When God Grants A Baby covers several areas in child rearing that you will not find all together in any other book.

A Warlock In Denial: Slade Spencer returns to his hometown after an incident five years ago that changed his life.A warlock in denial, he's subconsciously learned to erase memories from his mind. But his past catches up to him when he reunites with his old flame, Susie Vasilly.A Cursed Woman: Susie never expected to see Slade return, and knows her life is about to change. She has dangerous secrets she can't reveal. She's been cursed. Each night she shapeshifts into Slade's evil Uncle Galen's cat. His Familiar.When secrets are uncovered, Slade has to accept his warlock ways and learn the Craft of his kind.A determined man and a desperate woman are reunited as they go up against the dark arts to break the curse . . . or die trying

★He needs a strong wife as a pawn to flush out a killer★Bonus: The Daughters of the Dagger Prequel is included in the paperback of Ruby.Ruby de Burgh acts more like the son her father always wanted, rather than a lady. She is not pleased to discover that her father offered Lord Sheffield - The Lord of Death - his choice of any of his daughters. What's even more upsetting is that Lord Sheffield has chosen her Lord Nyle Dacre of Sheffield needs a wife so he can carry out his secret mission. After losing three wives in a matter of months, it is obvious their deaths were no accidents. He is sure they were all murdered. To catch the murderer, this time he chooses a wife as bait who he knows can wield a sword and hold her own against any attacker. Lady Ruby is just the girl he's been looking for. But when danger stalks her, he realizes that all he wants to do is protect her.Will murder and mayhem place a wedge between an unconventional bride and the Lord of Death? Or will emotions rising to the surface bring them closer together?*Daughters of the Dagger Series is continued with the Madman MacKeefe Series.

♥She's willing to risk everything to find true love♥Lady Sapphire has been betrothed to Lord Roe Sexton, a man she's never met. When she goes to Rye to meet him, she's told he's dead, and she's married off to the evil baron instead. Sapphire sneaks out in disguise, not only to get away from her abusive husband, but also looking for the meaning of love. With the stable boy as her escort, she visits a tavern one night, never expecting what was about to happen.Lord Roe Sexton returns from war overseas after being away for over a year. Victorious and celebrating success, he stops with the soldiers at a tavern, looking for a drink, a meal, and a woman to warm his bed for the night.A mistaken identity turns into a night of passion that neither Roe or Sapphire will ever forget. But when Roe returns to his castle the next morning to find his mystery woman there, Roe realizes that he's fallen into a horrible situation.Can a woman who was tricked into an abusive marriage end up happy and with the man she was intended to marry, or is it too late? Emotions and intrigue are pushed to the limit in this second book of The Daughters of the Dagger.*The saga of the four sisters continues afterwards with the Madman MacKeefe Series