If America is the wealthiest country in the world, why are so many people living in poverty and missing out on the promise of the American Dream?Poverty is America's number-one social problem, and while we spend $1.75 trillion every year trying to solve it, much of that effort falls short. But it doesn't have to.Together We Climb challenges the way we understand poverty—not as a personal failure, but as a complex climb shaped by broken systems, dis...

Long after those who wrote them are gone, words still have power. Power to change lives. No matter when they were written, words alone can still fill a mind with wisdom, good advice and comfort. For many years the author collected inspiring quotes, writing them down on 3 x 5 cards. Whenever he needed a 'mental lift' the cards were there to help. Eventually, he began to write down thoughts of his own. Years after retirement, rather than forget them, he decided to put them, along with some o...

At a time when Yemen has been ravaged by a decade of war and subject to myriad political and military interventions, the essays in this collection serve as a timely reminder of the need for grounded anthropological study in even the harshest of circumstances. From tribesmen to refugees, revolutionaries to farmers, state workers to charity workers, intellectuals to the unemployed and the destitute, we learn of the everyday political languages through which people in the country live their l...

Explore the complexities of Psychic Wellness with this enlightening handbook, which provides a careful analysis of diverse perspectives, practical treatments, and inspiring experiences. This book takes readers on a thorough journey toward holistic well-being, from comprehending the complexities of mental diseases to developing resilience and self-care skills. Accept a plethora of knowledge while breaking down boundaries and promoting a compassionate approach to Psychic Wellness for individ...

Ever wondered why we celebrate Easter with bright colors, delicious treats, and fluffy bunnies? This book goes beyond the basket to reveal the true reason for the season: the resurrection of Jesus Christ.Explore the historical and spiritual significance of Easter, uncovering how traditions around the world reflect this core message.Discover:The impact of Jesus' resurrection on the Christian faith.How to celebrate Easter in a meaningful and heartfelt way....

Combine s and t, and you have the st sound. It lets you tell a story, stomp around, and sing about a monster. Join in on the fun in this outlandish story set to music. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Splish, splash! Pond critters make their homes by the water. In this interactive song, you'll meet animals that live by a pond and see them swimming and hopping around in colorful illustrations. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Big Rock Candy Mountain was a traveling song about people on the move searching for work and adventure during the Great Depression. Later it became a children’s song about a magical place where everything is sweet and tasty and made completely of candy! Full-color illustrations bring this traditional song to life. This hardcover library bound book comes with CD and online music access.

These little kittens are having a tough day! Wet, dry, dirty, clean– oh my! Learn about opposites and everything else these silly kittens go through when they accidentally lose their mittens. This hardcover library bound book comes with CD and online music access.

The evil queen asked the mirror on the wall who was the fairest of them all. And she expects it to say that she is . . . or else! So when the mirror replies Snow White is the fairest in all of the land, the evil queen is enraged! Find out what happens as this classic fairy tale comes to life with music and full-color illustrations. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Follow this rugged cowboy and his sweet cow Clementine as the classic folk ballad Oh, My Darling, Clementine gets a new twist for young readers. Full-color illustrations bring this traditional song to life for a new generation of singers. This hardcover library bound book comes with CD and online music access.

A boy who seeks feathers for his collection finds a baby bird. While he is climbing a tree to return the bird to its nest, he accidentally falls, but to his surprise is rescued by an angel. The event begins his journey of helping others and finally leads to transforming him into a higher being. This book invites the reader to find feathers hidden in the color illustrations as they read.