A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year!“Lester’s first-person narrative is honest and pure.” —Kirkus (starred review)Perfect for fans of Fish in a Tree and Wonder, this uplifting debut novel from Mandy Davis follows space-obsessed Lester Musselbaum as he experiences the challenges of his first days of public school: making friends, facing bullies, finding his "thing," and accid...

In "A Matter of Principal," Mandy Davis takes readers on a heartfelt voyage from the corridors of traditional schooling into the nurturing embrace of homeschooling.Rooted in her experience as an elementary school principal, Mandy highlights the gaps in a system that often overlooks the diverse needs of individual children. As a dedicated mother and educator, she felt the call to transition to homeschooling, seeking a more personalized and meaningful educational exp...

At three in the morning, Maple City belongs to the people who keep it running.Rae works nights in the ER, where the lights never sleep and the hardest moments come when the rest of the world is quiet. Eli runs a small auto shop and raises his kids alone, fixing what breaks and holding together what still works. Every night, after their shifts end, they meet in the same diner booth—no promises, no plans, just coffee, pie, and the comfort of...

The Only Book You Will Need to HomeschoolMaybe you’re brand new to homeschooling and are overwhelmed by where to begin. Maybe you pulled your kids from public school midyear and are now panicking at the kitchen table. Or maybe you’re a seasoned homeschooler who is simply feeling worn down, burned out, and left wondering if you’re still called to do this.Wherever you are on your homeschooling journey, you are not alone. Mandy Davis, MEd and former school pri...

Reclaim Your Children’s Education with this All-in-One Homeschool Resource.As a former school principal, author and homeschooling leader Mandy Davis witnessed firsthand how today’s educational system burdens students, overlooks their strengths and needs, and stifles family values. Mandy resolved to do better and take control of her children’s education. And in this empowering, practical audiobook, she tells you how to do the same.The Homeschool Bible

In "A Matter of Principal," Mandy Davis embarks on a transformative journey from the bustling hallways of traditional education into the heart of homeschooling. Drawing from her profound experiences as an elementary school principal, Mandy challenges the often confining boundaries of established educational norms. Her narrative sheds light on the undeniable cracks within the system, emphasizing the stifling rigidity and the disconnect many students and educators feel. Propelled by a desire...

One runaway dog. Six states. Zero chance of coming back the same.Preschool teacher Hannah Reed is the dependable one—at work, in her family, in every crisis that isn’t supposed to be hers. So when she finally escapes in a rented RV for a solo national park road trip, she’s determined to prove she can be brave without breaking anything.Then a muddy dog stumbles out of the trees, shaking and lost, and ruins her plan in the space of a heartbeat.A micro...

LOVE WAS AN EASY GAME UNTIL SHE BROKE ALL OF THE RULES ... Amethyst Barclay was everything a modern woman craves, independent, talented, successful and achingly attractive. She had charmed her way into becoming one of the country's most sought-after freelance journalists and her sweet felicity with words quickly won the hearts of the rich and famous. But then she fell for Henry Brauner, a highly influential American politician and a man of extraordinary charisma and brute sexuality. His di...

Moving towards being more trauma-informed isn't a checklist; it's a continual process of reflection, adaptation, and growth. Implementing trauma-informed care at an organizational and system level is sometimes described in linear and simplified ways. Yet in practice it can be uneven, multi-layered, textured, and emotionally heavy. At times, trauma-informed practice may be diluted, overclaimed, or misunderstood.In this accessible and insightful book, award-winning psychologists 

American roots music, also known as Americana music, can be challenging to categorize, spanning the genres of jazz, bluegrass, country, blues, rock and roll, and an assortment of variations in between. In The Downhome Sound, Mandi Bates Bailey explores the messages, artists, community, and appeal of this seemingly disparate musical collective. To understand the art form’s intended meanings and typical audiences, she analyzes lyrics and interviews Americana artists, journalists, an...

Five fun festive audio stories to entertain your little one over the Christmas season.Five entertaining audio readings of best-loved children’s festive stories for children of three years and over to enjoy at Christmas.This audio download is a heritage-rich collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, it features popular stories by authors includingA wonderful audio collection – perfect...

Permission slip: Find what works for you and let go of the rest!Choosing to homeschool took courage—but continuing to show up for it takes even more. As you juggle your family’s needs and life’s demands in a world that looks radically different than it did a generation ago, how do you build a homeschool life you can keep showing up for without running on empty?Mandy Davis is here to help you navigate today’s unique challenges without sacrificing your family...