No matter where we are in life, God can give victory in the gardens He has planned for us if we stay close enough to Him to hear His voice. Unexpected blessings will saturate our gardens when we are sensitive to His Presence and obedient to His call. We're set free to love and be love because we've been changed by the One who knows us best and loves us most.
Failure is just one step on the path to success. Failure is not only a possibility for learners during these challenging times, but a productive, concrete way of gaining ground. How can parents and educators teach kids to turn failure into progress toward success? This revised edition of the beloved bestseller, Fall Down Seven Times, Get Up Eight, has sensible answers, including both what to say and what not to say to truly help kids self-motivate and become independent, lifelong learners. Rich with fresh insights, this new edition offers a deeper understanding of how motivation works along with new, practical, research-driven strategies for spurring learners to thrive. It features: The latest research on motivation theory, persistence, self-regulation, grit, and a growth mindset in learners. An expanded focus on equity and culturally responsive approaches to ensure that all learners maximize their full potential.A new chapter on giftedness, an updated discussion guide, videos available via QR codes, and a robust companion website. Kids are bound to stumble and fall, but by capitalizing on knowledge and the latest research on motivation, we can equip them to stand up and move forward, pointing them on the route to success.
What are some lessons learned from the pandemic? We learned that, in times of crises, the humanitarian needs of students, families, and ourselves must be a top priority. We learned that forming effective partnerships with families and communities is essential to the health and well-being of our children. We were offered a blunt reminder that a system designed to serve the interests of a privileged few was destined to fail our historically underserved students, especially our millions of multilingual learners. Above all, we learned that the "normal" many of us have yearned for was never good enough—that we must envision a "better world," where we build on our multilingual students’ unique assets and cultivate their inner brilliance. Only then will we deliver on their promise. It’s this "better world," a world in which communities, schools, and classrooms work together as a "whole-child ecosystem," Beyond Crises: Overcoming Linguistic and Cultural Inequities in Communities, Schools, and Classrooms sets out to create. Taking a look from the outside in, Debbie Zacarian, Margarita Calderón, and Margo Gottlieb address three critical arenas: 1. Imagining Communities describes how to design and enact strengths-based family and community partnerships, including the critical importance of identifying, valuing, and acknowledging each member’s assets and competencies, and the ways recent crises have amplified their struggles. 2. Imagining Schools takes an up-close look at policies, structures, and now irrelevant ways of schooling that call for change and how we might reconfigure professional development to ensure every teacher and administrator is dedicated to the well-being and success of our multilingual learners. 3. Imagining Classrooms demonstrates how to optimize learning opportunities—both virtual and face-to-face—so our diverse students grow cognitively, linguistically, and social-emotionally, and accentuate their talents in knowing and using multiple languages in linguistically and culturally sustainable environments. "Student and family, classroom, school, and local community are not silos unto themselves," Debbie, Margarita, and Margo insist. "They are part of a larger whole that is interrelated and interconnected and, even, interdependent on each other. By forming stronger alliances, we can realize the power of truly working, socializing, and flourishing together." Beyond Crises is the first critical step forward.
Small groups accelerate student reading growth Elementary students need personal attention from a teacher and a connection with their peers to progress as readers. Small groups offer both! When you work with just a few kids at a time on skills specific to their assets and goals, you provide a safe, trusting environment that encourages students to challenge themselves. Organized by developmental reading stages—emergent readers, early readers, transitional readers, and fluent readers—this timely handbook shows how to engage students where they are, regardless of grade level, and help them progress to the next stage. You’ll learn how to assess student skills and needs, flexibly organize groups, plan and teach lessons, select appropriate texts, and differentiate instruction to give every reader a pathway to success. Features include: · Phonics and phonological awareness, reading fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension strategies and tools for each reading stage · At-a-glance charts for assessing current skill level and identifying next instructional steps · 70 downloadable teacher and student resources for planning and instructional use · Dozens of easy adaptations for use in online learning · Over 100 full-color photographs so you can see small groups in action · Reflection prompts and guiding questions for personal and PLC use Whatever your instructional setting, you and your students need the relationships that are best forged in small groups. With this book, you’ll be able to differentiate instruction in a way that’s manageable and sustainable – and build those relationships that help young readers achieve success.
Essential principles, practices, and structures for multilingual learners Much has changed in the ten years since this book was first published. A celebrated triumph, it provided state, district, school, and teacher leaders with a comprehensive guide to support multilingual learners to reach their full potential. From selecting the appropriate program model to partnering with families and infusing federal and state laws governing the education of multilingual learners and the rights of their families into all we do, the key messages that made the first edition of this book a renowned success have been re-examined in the second edition with a robust lens to meet these demanding times. This second edition supports educators to design and enact policies, practices, and structures for multilingual learners (MLs) to feel a sense of safety, belonging, value, and competence. Topics explored in the book include: a discussion of the changes to federal and state policies and their impact on MLs and their familiesstrategies to move from a deficit- to an asset-based approach that values multilingualismnine principles to design and deliver high-quality lessons in multiple languages and across disciplinespractices to identify and support MLs with learning differences and disabilitiessteps for building long-lasting family-school partnerships Reflecting changing trends in leadership, this new edition supports superintendents, principals, curriculum supervisors, coaches, mentors, teachers, and other stakeholders in their collaborative efforts to create and sustain successful language assistance programs.
Even more ways for educators to flourish A lot has changed in schools since Deliberate Optimism was first published, but one thing hasn’t: Attitude can make all the difference. When educators choose optimism—even in the face of the toughest challenges—they foster a school culture where students and staff feel safe, engaged, and productive, able to enjoy the healthy interactions that lead to real change. Updated to address major changes in education since 2015, the second edition of this much-loved book features new doses of the same cathartic humor, plus Revised, more succinct Principles of OptimismExpanded focus on leadershipUpdated strategies and thought-provoking scenariosInteractive "Action Step" exercisesA new chapter on mental healthQR codes leading to additional resources such as self-assessments and videos Optimism is the salve for overworked leaders and teachers, and this book delivers on outlining its indisputable benefits. Brimming with wit and honesty, the updated Deliberate Optimism demonstrates how changing your mindset can help you rediscover your motivation—and create a school environment bound for success.
Running the Race of Life will touch the hearts of children . . . parents . . . and grandparents. Children will watch Kam and James learning from Mamaw and Papaw about the most important race they will ever run. First, the race to the cross to meet Jesus. Then the race of life continues, trusting Jesus through all the bumps and hurdles along the way.Kam and James were quick to learn from Mamaw and Papaw because they had seen them running their own race of life with Jesus-always trusting him.Children will not be able to take their eyes off the colorful illustrations as they learn about living for Jesus. This book also reminds parents and grandparents to teach their children with not only words but also with their lives.
This book is enlightening, transformative, and empowering "Debbie, I just finished your book and was floored by it. You are so very in sync with life and its secrets worth sharing. You inspire me You have taken choice pieces of Kundalini Yoga Philosophy, AA Philosophy, Buddhism, Spirituality and common sense and woven them...Dixonized them...into an explosion of inspiration and motivation that is accessible to the layman. Well done Debbie " Michael Uslan- Author of "The Boy Who loved Batman" & producer of the Batman movies.The Path to Freedom, is not your typical self-help, guru book. This book is a raw, real, honest, guide that will open the door to transformation within whoever reads it. In unflinching detail Debbie recounts how emotional and sexual abuse as a small child scarred her psyche, ultimately sending her on a downward spiral of survival. By the age of fifteen she was on the streets and by seventeen she had a son. Driven by fear she was easy prey for those people who stood to profit from her. The school of life had taught her how to survive; stealing, working the streets and selling her body was all she knew. However, one night in jail would change her life forever.In Debbie's words..."I pulled myself out of the darkness and climbed up the mountain of joy and I often looked back and wondered, "Why was I able to free my?" My curiosity continued to grow, leaving me in a constant state of wonder about humans and our capability. This wonder has led me to the feet of many masters and hundreds of books as I searched for answers. Over the last twenty-two years, I have immersed myself in self-inquiry through the practices of yoga and meditation, and about fourteen years ago, I made the transition from student to teacher. As a teacher, I saw people embarking on the climb up the same mountain I had once scaled, and I was able to assist them on their path. I have been to the place that most never return whole from, and I have brought back a message I must share. These pages hold that message. I intend to show you a story of triumph over the confines of jail, drugs, pain, and fear, from despair to pure and abundant joy.Having transcended this dark world and discovered a magical formula that allows me to stand in the very same shoes, in the very same location, and see a whole different world-a world of beauty and love, compassion and kindness, everywhere I look-I chose to write this book with the prayer that you will witness my journey and watch your world change right in front of your eyes This isn't a book to teach you how to increase your income or raise your status. This book will give you something far more valuable --freedom.
Buy the Paperback version of this Book and get the Kindle Book for FREE Does it seem like getting along with others keeps getting harder and harder?Is understanding your co-workers or your boss a true challenge?What if there was a way in which you could truly understand others around you and get along with everyone?When you master the art of emotional intelligence, understanding and getting along with others become a lot easier. By applying the concepts and ideas proposed by emotional intelligence, you can begin to make sense of how others think and feel.This can definitely give you an edge when trying to get ahead at work.But it can also boost your personal life as well.In this book, we will be taking a look at the various ways in which you can turbocharge your interpersonal skills by learning about how others think and feel. You will gain keen insights into the way most folks go about their daily lives. In addition, you will be able to tailor your interactions to suit your personal goals and those of your acquaintances.Here are some of the topics that will be discussed in this book: Definition of emotional intelligenceHandling feedback (giving and receiving)Understanding body languageUnderstanding emotionsKeeping your emotions in checkDeveloping self-awarenessImproving behavior in the workplaceCoping with changeDealing with stressStress management... and much more By improving your overall interpersonal skills, you will be able to make the most of your personal talents both in your personal and professional life. You will be able to get along much better with those around you. After all, can you imagine how much easier things would be if you could truly understand and get along with everyone around you?Well, look no further. In this book, you will find all of the relevant information you need in a single volume. You won't have to go through troves of books, guides and blogs. Everything you need is in one place.Sure, there are plenty of other publications on similar topics. However, they do not encompass all of the information you will need in order to make a concerted effort to improve your overall interpersonal skills. Most of the publications you will find will only provide you with a glimpse of what you truly need to master.That is why this book will enable to you to truly master emotional intelligence. You will be well on your way toward becoming the best version of yourself.So, don't wait any longer. Get started today on learning how you can improve your emotional intelligence skills. Find out how you can make the most of the opportunity you have to become a master at handling your relationships with others. In the end, you will make your life, and that of others, a lot easier. Thus, no more guessing about what others think and feel. You will know exactly how to react under various circumstances.Mastering emotional intelligence is a skills that certainly pays off. Learn how you can achieve that today buying this complete guide. Download now Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy now button.
In Tasty Jazz Jams for Our Times, Debbie Burke shines a warm and loving spotlight on jazz artists around the globe. Heavily tipped towards the indie musician (on guitar, vocals, keys, harp, percussion, etc. and from diverse corners like Sweden, Italy, Brazil, Israel, Hong Kong and Russia), the book also includes household-name jazz personalities like Houston Person, Christian McBride, Andy Snitzer, Jane Ira Bloom, Bobby Sanabria and many more. With an intro by the esteemed smooth jazz artist and fellow author Maurice Johnson plus cool pull-quotes from other fascinating jazzers, this book is an exciting musical trip around the world
What if you discovered that everything you believed to be true about creating the life you want wasn't? Would you be willing to let it all go and try a different approach? That's what this book is all about. Learning to let go of the way most of us have been taught to pursue life, success, and happiness, and embrace a new way. A way that enables you to create the life or business you truly desire, more easily, and with less stress and frustration, and more peace. Are you tired of feeling like you're always swimming upstream... like your life or business takes so much effort, yet you still aren't achieving what you want? Do you get frustrated when things don't turn out the way you want, especially when you work really hard to achieve your goals? Would you love to be able to let go of your attachment to things having to be a certain way? Are you ready to stop driving the people you care about, and yourself, crazy, because you always need to be in control? Do you wish you could stop feeling fearful in the face of uncertainty? Are you ready to let go of your Type A, perfectionist ways, and get more comfortable just going with the flow? Ten years ago, business owner and author Debbie LaChusa embarked on an experiment. After spending her entire life working hard trying to make things happen, and very often trying to control everything and everyone in the process, she decided to let go. She chose to stop planning every aspect of her life and business and start following what showed up instead. To start doing what her heart was calling her to do instead of what her head was telling her to do. In short, she began following inspiration: those little whispers and nudges, big ideas, and aha moments that always seemed to present when she managed to get out of her head. In this book, Debbie shares the results of her 10-year experiment, along with a six-step process she uncovered to help anyone live more inspired. Punctuated with personal stories, insights, and the lessons and ahas she picked up along the way, the book also features stories from other people Debbie met on the inspired path. If you're ready to step into the life you were truly meant to live, this book will inspire you to let go, trust, and allow inspiration to lead the way.
In the next twenty four hours, Adrianna's life is going to change dramatically. A tattoo appearing on her wrist during her eighteenth birthday will represent a new purpose to life. There is only one angel living on earth who can explain why she has been chosen. With his guidance, she will learn how to fight the evil that can overshadow even the brightest of lights. What she doesn't know is she holds the key to saving mankind If training for a fight for humanity wasn't enough.......finding love for the first time can become a battle in it-self. She must choose between two brothers, each resembling dark and light, both with their own secrets and unanswered questions. Will the rivalry of this love triangle become too much for Adrianna? Who will she choose? With everything in the mix, will an eighteen-year-old girl be able to protect the power she possesses in order to balance a shaken angelic world. This will be the hardest challenge she is yet to encounter. Can she alone keep mankind safe from the one person who will stop at nothing to destroy it? Lucifer.
At six-seven, charismatic attorney Tillman Rosenbaum owns any courtroom he enters. He's brilliant, successful, and doesn't trust anyone, except his lovely new investigator, Tawny Lindholm. She has an intuitive gift with people and her outspoken honesty and unflinching integrity have opened Tillman's soft underbelly. When he suspects his wealthy, estranged father, Moe, is a victim of elder fraud, he knows only one person who can break through to the stubborn, secretive man. Tawny is broke from her late husband's medical bills and desperate to keep her job, even though her boss is the rudest, most arrogant man she's ever met. With his James Earl Jones' voice, he's also sexy as hell and Tillman's loyalty to his father touches Tawny. But as she digs deep into Moe's layers of deceit, she wonders if he is the victim of a million-dollar scam or the villain behind it. Neither Tawny nor Tillman realize the danger he's sent her into...until it's too late.
