A compelling and original recovery of Native American resistance and adaptation to colonial AmericaWith rigorous original scholarship and creative narration, Lisa Brooks recovers a complex picture of war, captivity, and Native resistance during the "First Indian War" (later named King Philip's War) by relaying the stories of Weetamoo, a female Wampanoag leader, and James Printer, a Nipmuc scholar, whose stories converge in the captivity of Mary Rowlandson. Through ...

A compelling and original recovery of Native American resistance and adaptation to colonial AmericaWith rigorous original scholarship and creative narration, Lisa Brooks recovers a complex picture of war, captivity, and Native resistance during the “First Indian War” (later named King Philip’s War) by relaying the stories of Weetamoo, a female Wampanoag leader, and James Printer, a Nipmuc scholar, whose stories converge in the captivity of Mary Rowlandson. Through ...

Does your child do things that constantly throw you off balance and you’re not sure why?Have the words “Stop, Don’t do that and Who did this” been shouted around your house a lot, and you don’t know how to stop because you’re so frustrated?You feel a little helpless and confined at this point because no one warned you that raising kids would be so challenging.It only takes a strong-willed person like you who is willing to work on their anger management skills to rai...

Don't Abdicate the Throne offers pragmatic and actionable advice for those trying to navigate the corporate world without a blueprint or basic guidance. Citing pivotal moments from her own journey, author Lisa Brooks-Greaux shares tips young women can use in both their careers and their lives. More importantly, she urges women of all ages to find the courage to take healthy risks, take control of their lives, and stop relinquishing power. • What counts as experience? • How do I know I'm on...

When done right, small-group instruction is a powerful tool for facilitating student understanding in K-5 mathematics. Throughout the book, best practices for small-group math instruction are addressed in detail, from planning tasks that encourage deep understanding to asking effective questions to engaging learners in meaningful conversations. Readers will learn how teaching mathematics in small groups allows you to differentiate instruction for both remediation and enrichment. The includ...

The husband and wife team behind Giannetti Home welcome readers into their gorgeous farm residence blending modern style with French antiques.When Brooke and Steve Giannetti decided to leave their suburban Santa Monica home to build a new life on a farm, they traveled to Belgium and France for design inspiration. In Patina Farm they share their collaborative process, as well as the enviable result of their team effort and creativity: an id...

Dive into Theology and Enjoy the Deep End of God's LoveHave you ever heard someone use a multisyllabic theological term and secretly thought, I have no idea what they're talking about--just give me Jesus? You're not alone. And you're exactly who this book was written for.In Theology for the Rest of Us, Lisa Harper--theologian, Bible teacher, speaker, and host of the podcast Back Porch Theology--puts the cookies on the lower shelf....

Welcome back to Storm Cliff Stables! Ainsley, Cassidy, Khadija, and Ryleigh, the Four Horsekateers, can’t wait to start their next summer at horse camp. Through funny, realistic dialogue, listeners get to know each of the girls’ distinct personalities and the unique horses they care for. Whether dreaming of the Olympics, sharing culture and tradition with her campmates, striving to reach personal goals at Storm Cliff, or hiding a major secret of her own, these girls bring out the best in e...

Carly, Daniela, Gabriela, and Kianna—the Pony Girls—are ready for their first summer at Storm Cliff Stables! In these four books, each girl has the chance to narrate her own story. Their unique personalities come through as they navigate being away from home, making friends, and caring for the horses at camp. Listeners new to chapter books will love this entry into the world of Storm Cliff Stables, with fewer words and younger girls in the same wonderful setting!Full contents:...

It’s a new year at horse camp for new Pony Girls. Charlie, Gracie, Paisley, and Zoey narrate their own stories as they navigate anxiety, learn about caring for animals, and take photos for the camp newspaper. Listeners new to chapter books will love this look into the world of Storm Cliff Stables, with fewer words and younger girls in the same pastoral setting! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Two lost souls, lost no more...Ryker Lawson has had a string of bad luck over the years. After a disaster at work, he mounted his Harley and rode into the sunset, only to be attacked and bitten by a werewolf. Burying the past, he’s focused on the future as a member of the Sedona Pack and working as the bartender of their Wolf Pack Bar.Serenity Harlow is in the battle for her sanity and her life. After her mother’s torturous attempts to “cure” her powerful psychic abilities,...

This beautiful song and picture book give children a look at how spring weather changes and the ways plants, animals, and people adapt. Pairing music and text helps kids retain key facts--and is fun too! Includes hardcover book, music CD and online music access.