This book of matrices with Black boys as the main character is designed to help gifted and talented education teachers leverage Black boys’ identities to inform and shape how they plan and deliver curriculum and instruction and manage the multicultural, democratic, and culturally responsive classroom. Ford and colleagues (2005) spoke to the notion of and need for ‘self-reflective instruction.’ We argue that all teachers must want to and learn how to legitimize the “everyday” experiences th...

This much-needed book will help schools and, by extension, society to better understand and identify the promise, potential, and possibilities of Black boys. Drawing from their wealth of experience in early childhood education, the authors present an asset- and strengths-based view of educating Black boys. This positive approach enables practitioners and school leaders to recognize, understand, and cultivate the diversity of social skills of Black boys in the early grades (pre-K–3rd grade)...

Kane was a detective in 1967 Toronto Canada. The summer of love was in full swing, and Toronto was a swinging city. At least that’s what the TV and newspapers said.In reality, Toronto had a nasty underbelly. And Kane got a firsthand look at it every day.From husbands stepping out on their wives to missing persons who turned out to be anything but. Step into Kane’s world. You never know what you’re going to find. Maybe you’ll even see a bit of yourself.

A challenge to the “end of the shari‘a” thesis in Islamic legal historiographyIn the second half of the nineteenth century, states across the Muslim World developed new criminal codes and reshaped their legal landscapes, laying the foundations of the systems that continue to inform the application of justice today. Influenced by colonialism and the rise of the modern state’s desire to control its populations, many have seen the introduction of these codes as a pivo...

Let’s say you’re the manager of one of the most beloved franchises in Major League Baseball, with every past and current player available on your bench. Game time is approaching and the ump needs your line-up card. Who’s your starting pitcher? Fireballer Dwight Gooden, lights-out Tom Seaver, or run-stingy Jacob de Grom? Is Gary Carter behind the plate or Mike Piazza? Who’ll bat clean-up? Combining statistical analysis, common sense, and a host of intangibles, Brian Wright constructs an all...

Kane was a detective in 1967 Toronto Canada. The summer of love was coming to an end though the hippies wished it wasn’t so.Kane still found cases that he was happy to take on, plus a few that he wanted nothing to do with. Kidnapping, murder and extortion. Which one to choose.

Breaking the FrayBy: Brian D WrightIn the vivid, sweeping tale of Breaking the Fray, the seven deadly sins are brought to horrifying life as our hero Rhett navigates his world and battles forward to the best of his ability, all in the hopes of once again returning to his peaceful home.About the AuthorBrian D Wright has been a professionally licensed tattoo artist for the past sixteen years. He is a certified lifeguard and runs at least five miles a day. He i...

Most of us think that if we could simply balance our lives better, we would be happier. But what we actually need is to rediscover the rhythm. As Christians, our whole life consists of loving God and loving others, just like Jesus did. In this book, Wright invites us to find true joy as we embrace these two core realities and discover how they are meant to work in tandem. Explore The Rhythm of Christian Life and recapture the joy of life together as God always intended.

"This book has assembled some of the greatest achievers in the world. Learn from them, apply their wisdom, and you can rise to the top." —Kevin Harrington, Original Shark on Shark TankSuccess Profiles: Conversations with High Achievers is a collection of the some of the greatest interviews that have occurred on the highly acclaimed Success Profiles Radio. Guests address topics such as success, leadership, building a successful business, financial ...

Worship. That intimate, face-to-face encounter with our most wonderful God, where we lavish our love upon Him... hear His heart... and simply, BEHOLD. Worship the King is a book compiled by authors who know what it is to have their hearts entwined with His in the intimacy of worship. Come; respond to the calling of the deep and share the mysteries in this secret place... Worship the King. Nic Bilman begins with examples and an exhortation about how we can function like thermostats vs. ther...

If you want to discover how to take control of your money and get out of debt, then pay attention...Do you want to be in total control of your expenses and the money you make?Have you tried writing your income and expenses down...but nothing seems to work for more than a few weeks?Do you finally want to say goodbye to worry surrounding money and discover something which works for you?If so, then you've come to the right place.You see...

If you want to discover how to take control of your money and boost your credit score, then pay attention...Two manuscripts in one audiobook:Money Management: An Essential Guide on How to Get out of Debt and Start Building Financial Wealth, Including Budgeting and Investing Tips, Ways to Save and Frugal Living IdeasCredit Repair: The Ultimate Guide to Boosting Your Credit Score, Paying off Debt, Saving Money and Managing You...