Kirjahaku

This book offers a selection of stories about teaching, learning, and school life that you can use in a variety of PD formats and settings. Grouped into four categories—students, teachers, administrators, and parents—these tales offer a powerful entry point for thinking and reflecting on your school environment in a new and meaningful way. Each brief tale is presented to spark a 10–15 minute group discussion that will help educators think more deeply about the complex, human problems they confront on a daily basis. Suggested questions and a brief commentary following each tale can be used to explore the issues embedded in the tale and, thereby, empower staff to generate creative responses to them. Ditch your "sit and get" professional development and "tap into the wisdom of the ages" by using these powerful tales to give educators the gift of time to think and talk about what it really means to educate hearts and minds.

This book offers a selection of stories about teaching, learning, and school life that you can use in a variety of PD formats and settings. Grouped into four categories—students, teachers, administrators, and parents—these tales offer a powerful entry point for thinking and reflecting on your school environment in a new and meaningful way. Each brief tale is presented to spark a 10–15 minute group discussion that will help educators think more deeply about the complex, human problems they confront on a daily basis. Suggested questions and a brief commentary following each tale can be used to explore the issues embedded in the tale and, thereby, empower staff to generate creative responses to them. Ditch your "sit and get" professional development and "tap into the wisdom of the ages" by using these powerful tales to give educators the gift of time to think and talk about what it really means to educate hearts and minds.

A collection of poetry in five sections: Life & Death; Love & Romance; Sonnets; Song Lyrics; and Stories. The author favors metered rhyme, especially in the classical style, as opposed to prose. They cover the full range of emotions and there is something here for everyone.

"It's a Wonderful Life" has become an important holiday tradition for families. But why does the movie have such a profound effect on people and what are its major themes? James Dillon answers those questions by highlighting the movie's recurring motifs and themes. As someone who has walked a similar path to George Bailey, he's the perfect person to tell this story and share life lessons such as: - Sometimes, miracles simply involve looking at things differently.- Viewing the movie through a lens of spiritual faith can be a productive way to move closer to the Lord.- George's life is a journey and a struggle to discover what was there from the beginning, what was always with him even in times of darkness, and what would be there at the end: God's love. The author also explores the background and context of the movie's origins, the life of its director, Frank Capra, and its place in our culture. Suggestions to facilitate small group discussions are included. Take a spiritual journey and reflect on your faith and purpose with The Gospel of "It's a Wonderful Life."

The purpose of this book is simple: to journey through the remarkable and (literally) astronomically remote events that led to the single, solitary Son of Man walking among us. And in doing so, to take a journey similar to the first authors of antiquity, a journey of everyday language and thought to match ourselves and those who today want to know what all the hubbub is surrounding Jesus.As you learn about just twenty-four of the prophecies surrounding the Messiah, you will walk through the history, the archaeology, the language, and the life of those who lived thousands of years ago so that you can better know them in terms that you can understand. More importantly, you will glimpse at why they did.

Mayfair hairstylist James Dillon shares with the readerhis everyday heart felt emotions, being torn betweena girlfriend who runs his front of house hair salon andthe new love of his life, Ellie.Struggling to cope with a challenging battle ofcircumstances, timing and emotions, James fi ndshimself trapped in being the man who has everythingbut the girl of his dreams.After years in a mudslide relationship, James tries tofi nd the most appropriate way to end his time with his'girlfriend' and give his new love the only thing she'sever wanted..... his love. Only it isn't that simple.Working together, arguing profusely and falling out,can James fi nd the heart of Ellie again or will she leavehis side to fi nd a new love? Or will she see the thededicated and unconditional love that James has toshow her?Only time will tell.Heartbreaking emotions.

Hairdresser James Dillon shares a humorous collection of truths about the hairdressing industry in and out of the salon.Every hairdresser has a story to tell although very few will put them in to words and on to paper.The highs, lows, funny and not so funny tales revolving around clients, staff and personal matters is what brings this book to life. This is a simple and relaxing read that will take you through the motions of what James really thinks about life as a hairdresser, his friendships and relationships he's made and un-made along the way along with his alone time.Come on, open the book, after all, once you start you won't be able to put it down.

Kevin never smiles at school, but he is different at home. He jumps up and down when his favorite football team scores a touchdown, and screams "CANNONBALL!" when he jumps into the swimming pool. But at school he feels that he isn't 'okay.' Other kids in his class are much quicker at putting their hands up and answering the teacher's questions, and Kevin feels that he will never catch up. One day, his reading teacher asks him to help out with the school store, and Kevin slowly begins to realise that he had really been 'a okay' all along.Through providing an insight into Kevin's thoughts, feelings and coping strategies, this picture book for ages 5-8 is a source of support for children who, like Kevin, find school difficult and feel that they are 'behind' their peers. The book, which draws on the author's experiences as the principal of an elementary school, is also the perfect springboard for discussion around difficulties at school, academic ability, self-esteem, confidence and recognising strengths.

Be as amazing as God made you! God's amazing creatures remind us of just how special we are. Touch and feel his incredible creations in this sweet book, perfect to read together. Content Benefits: Children will enjoy reading the funny rhymes and looking at the bright and amusing illustrations that introduce each creature that God has made. This is a tactile touch and feel book with an empowering message that helps young children learn about how special they are! This fun book is a great introduction to God's creation Touch and feel sections in different colours and textures feature throughout the book, making this exciting for little hands to explore The amusing and enchanting rhyming text will engage both young readers and adults Each spread features a bright and amusing illustration that will entertain young children A Bible verse is included on each double page spread An innovative way to introduce children to the idea that they are special to God A great and unusual gift idea for young children Perfect present idea Suitable for 0 years plus Binding - Board Book Pages - 12 Publisher - Authentic Media

This read as if spoken, true to life story follows the life of ayoung boy leaving school and following his career in thehairdressing industry.This story carries the reader through a mixed emotionaljourney of greed, bullying, drugs, questioning ,belief andabove all, bravery.From a rural town to the city lights of London, hairdresserJames Dillon shares his battles, fears and emotions fromlosing faith in his celebrity idle and mentor to experiencingthe cost of good boss, bad boss fame along with someprovoking issues along the way.After years of torment, training, studying and psychologicaltests James Dillon has achieved what many will only everdream of.For anyone entering the hairdressing profession or already ahairstylist, salon owner, manager or anything to associatewith hairdressing then this book is an "every hairdressermust read".The story indicates a moral, one of which cannot be taughtbut a journey you may one day have to take. When a handshake or good luck would mean the world however jealousyand destruction is the only thing on a celebrities mind.Some say they can read people like books, well, this is mybook, read me, read everything, read others and mostimportantly...read the small print.