Drawing upon the work of philosopher John Dewey, A Deweyan Approach to Teaching Literary Inquiry describes an inquiry-based, process-oriented approach to making meaning from literary texts.Beginning with a Deweyan examination of why we teach literature, the book then presents its central argument that textual inquiry should be at the heart of literary education. The chapters systematically address each step in the meaning-making process, offering practical, classroom-teste...

You picked up this book in the quiet after the welcome home signs came down, sitting in a car where the person next to you looks the same and feels different. You may be sleeping 3 hours a night, tracking 1 locked bedroom door, and explaining to your kids why Dad scans every restaurant for the exit. Or you are the veteran watching your family tiptoe around you, knowing you jumped at 2 sounds today that were not threats, yet unable to explain why. Whatever brought you here, you share one co...

There are thousands of Christian books, articles, blogs, etc. that can be read, each supporting someone's theological or religious slant. Most are permeated with high-sounding postulates, crammed full of imagery and hyperboles, giving only "lip service" to living Spirit-filled lives. Jesus taught His followers to "hunger and thirst for righteousness." Such is only possible when Holy Spirit's complete makeover happens (a surrendered life), resulting in growing into the freedom Jesus has alr...

Classroom Management from the Trenches is a practical, honest guide for teachers who want calmer classrooms without losing their humanity.Drawing on more than three decades in education, Jim Johnson speaks directly to the realities teachers face every day: difficult transitions, inconsistent routines, emotional fatigue, student resistance, mistakes, conflict, and the pressure to hold everything together. Rather than offering rigid scripts or unrealistic promises, he shares a ground...

Olympus launched the OM-D E-M5 Mark II camera with a specific purpose in mind: to create a Micro Four Thirds camera for advanced enthusiast and professional photographers who prefer a smaller, yet very powerful mirrorless camera. The E-M5 Mark II is a true system camera for those who demand the best in cameras, lenses, and image quality.Darrell Young and Jim Johnson’s Mastering the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II explores the features and capabilities of the camera in a way that far surp...

The Canon EOS 5D Mark III is the latest in Canon's line of full-frame DSLR cameras. Its impressive array of capabilities and advanced controls allow the photographer ever more influence over the final image. With this comes more menus, buttons, and dials that the photographer must learn how to use to take full advantage of the camera.This book explores the features and capabilities of the 5D Mark III in a way that far surpasses the user's manual. It guides readers through the camer...

For almost two centuries, blueprints have served as a detailed, visual roadmap—ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to specifications; a universal language for builders. In the same way, God has given us blueprints to construct a solid foundation for living a Christ-centered life in a sin-soaked world. In the premier volume of this devotional series, readers will utilize five pillars—Connection, Knowledge, Emotion, Transformation, and Hope—to discover the framework of God's redempt...

In this inspirational sequel, discover the second phase of God's redemptive plan—Coming of the Holy Spirit. This two-fold plan of rescue authored by God is meant to save us from eternal separation and provide a way for people to live in this world, having a relationship with Him that is real, active, tangible, and guided by His hand. This book delves into the living and active coming of Holy Spirit into our lives, and how this affiliation serves as a watershed event for His people and the ...

We all know Catbug's got a big sweet tooth for peanut butter squares. But did you know he also loves ICE CREAM? Catbug meets a man named Bilges Smackeroni who makes all his ice creamy dreams comes true! The fifth book in the series, The Ice Cream Man, debuts all new lines written by Bravest Warriors writer, Jason Johnson, and illustrated by Archer artist, Sam Ellis. Find out what over 4 million people who watched the Catbug episode of Bravest Warriors are talking about. Everyone loves Catb...

Accidentally destroy a cracker sculpture masterpiece or offend an alien? Catbug helps you cute your way out of even the silliest circumstances! The fourth book in the series, Everything is Okay!, debuts all new lines written by Bravest Warriors writer, Jason Johnson, and illustrated by up and coming artist, Kristen Gish. Find out what over 4 million people who watched the Catbug episode of Bravest Warriors are talking about. Everyone loves Catbug!!Bravest Warriors is the immensely p...

Meet Catbug! He likes making friends, playing tag, and eating peanut butter squares (but not until after they cool down!) Find out what over 4 million people who watched the Catbug episode of Bravest Warriors are talking about. This special 3-in-1 edition features lines straight from Bravest Warriors, written by Breehn Burns. Illustrator Sam Ellis gave Catbug a playful new look. Catbug is voiced by beloved Bravest Warriors voice actor, Sam Lavagnino. Everyone loves Catbug!Each of th...

The first fictional memoir ever written by a black person, The Autobiography of an Ex-Coloured Man influenced a generation of writers during the Harlem Renaissance and served as eloquent inspiration for Zora Neale Hurston, Ralph Ellison, and Richard Wright. In the 1920s and since, it has also given white readers a startling new perspective on their own culture, revealing to many the double standard of racial identity imposed on black Americans...