Bridging the gap between cognition and culture, this handbook explores both social scientific and humanities approaches to understanding the physical processes of religious life, tradition, practice, and belief. It reflects the cultural turn within the study of religion and puts theory to the fore, moving beyond traditional theological, philosophical, and ethnographic understandings of the aesthetics of religion.Editors Anne Koch and Katharina Wilkens bring together research in cul...

Kids don’t just learn one way . . . and that matters a lot for homeschool parents.One of the benefits of a home education is a curriculum designed to fit each student. But that means knowing how your child learns. Not every child receives knowledge the same way. It’s up to the teacher to figure out the best way to reach each one.Based on the 8 Smarts identified by Kathy Koch—word, logic, picture, music, body, nature, people, and self—8 Great Smarts for ...

Nadia Murad, Nobel Peace Prize Winner "The work done by investigative journalists in war zones has the power to truly make a difference and this guide is a vital tool for reporters who choose to bring our stories to light." Eliot Higgins, Bellingcat Founder "An invaluable toolbox for truth-seekers, 'GIJN Reporter's Guide to Investigating War Crimes' bolsters the integrity of journalism in war torn regions. This comprehensive manual not only elucidates the complexities of war crimes, but al...

If you are transgendered, the feeling of wanting your body to match the sex you feel you are never goes away. For some, though, especially those who grew up before trans people were widely out and advocating for equality, these feelings were often compartmentalized and rarely acted upon. Now that gender reassignment has become much more commonplace, many of these people may feel increasing pressure to finally undergo the procedures they have always secretly wanted.Ken Koch was one ...

How can we raise the next generation to have an unshakable faith in God as they navigate the challenging terrain of modern culture?Offering years of experience and countless success stories, author and parenting expert Lee Ann Mancini says what our children need is a heart change, not just a behavioral change, so that they become effective disciples. In Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God, she inspires parents, grandparents, teachers, and other...