This volume explores the ways in which traditional Chinese wisdom can inform and enrich contemporary efforts to construct values that promote education and human development.Global scholars from diverse backgrounds engage in a dialogue on the enduring legacy of Chinese wisdom and its relevance for addressing the multifaceted challenges of education in the modern era. To foster ideas that transcend cultural and spatial boundaries, the authors employ the framework of the United Natio...

Teacher effectiveness is one of the strongest drivers of student learning—and it can be developed. In The High Reliability Teacher, the authors present a structured pathway for educators to systematically develop their instructional practices. The book walks teachers through the HRT program’s three levels, helping them measure student learning more effectively and build expertise that improves classroom outcomes over time. .K–12 teachers and leaders will:...

The second issue of Further Light, a semiannual magazine featuring science fiction, fantasy, alternate history, magical realism, and light horror short fiction, creative scriptural retellings, poetry, and literary criticism in the Latter-day Saint tradition. The magazine seeks to explore the restored gospel through the medium of the human imagination. Our goal is to enjoy the fandoms we love, to experience new ones, and to expound on the eternal truths buried within them. We publish both f...

"Look, you’re here because you want to know what this life is actually like, right? You probably think you’re here for a distraction. That’s what the site is designed to make you think because that’s how the bills get paid. But that isn't the story in these pages. When John first messaged me, I was ready for the usual script—the demands, the 'I paid for you' attitude. But he didn't bring a script. He wanted to be heard and he actually listened. He didn't want to just look at me or my conte...

The Hunter has slain demons and defeated powers beyond comprehension.But his fiercest battle has yet to come . . .Shipwrecked and cast adrift, the Hunter must brave the open ocean to save his injured daughter. With the aid of an enigmatic sailor and mysterious, guiding tides, they reach the shores of a jungle island found on no map, home to a people hidden for centuries from the world beyond.The Hunter must face deadly trials not me...

In this audio theatre presentation of Lily, the Crow and the Emporium of Lost Objects, we are introduced to Lily, her Mom, and her younger sister Katie attending the annual Crowfest Festival. Lily thinks crows are “Ugly and dirty and they don’t even sing a song”. However, her worldview is transformed when a crow sweeps away a precious heirloom given to her by her grandmother. Determined to get the bracelet back, she chases the crow through a magical portal into the enchanted fores...

**Read by John Lee.The Confederation Handbook by Peter F. Hamilton is an essential companion volume to the Night's Dawn Trilogy, for all the countless listeners past, present and future of these modern science fiction classics.**Containing invaluable insights into the series and fascinating details covering all three volumes, The Confederation Handbook includes comprehensive notes and glossaries on the major characters, planets, space stations, political h...

THE MULTI-MILLION COPY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn updated and expanded edition of the book that launched a global phenomenon: daily doses of practical, uplifting philosophy from the bestselling author of The Obstacle is the WayHow can we find true meaning, conquer grief or measure success? The answers to these questions and more can be found in Stoic philosophy - and The Daily Stoic is the definitive guide to bring...

Featuring multiple narrators, each story is brought vivdly to life.Of science fiction and fantasy, guest editor Olivie Blake writes, “It’s hard to look upon these genres and not see tools of life preservation.” The characters in these pages embody this sentiment as they choose to forge ahead despite the most daunting obstacles. An inscrutable woman imprisons a monster in her bathtub, a sentient spaceship carries 10,000 frozen human embryos to a distant space colony...

Before the light of dawn, you will know the fury of the dead.Originally published in 1980 and long sought after by fans, Dennis Etchison’s novelization of John Carpenter’s The Fog is widely regarded as one of the finest novelizations ever published. Reveling in the eerie, coastal horror, Etchison transforms the classic film into a haunting work of horror literature.A writhing icy mist pulsing with terror. It is too late to escape. Even now the peop...

From old Easter traditions, to close calls in planes, caribou and moonshine: Enjoy seniors and storytellers share about life in Labrador back in 'Them Days.'

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...