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:...

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...

Down the Chimney gathers more than a hundred Christmas narratives into an unusually capacious map of nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century holiday literature. Fairy tale, domestic sketch, moral fable, realist vignette, comic anecdote, supernatural tale, and children's fantasy converge around winter's rituals of generosity, memory, hospitality, and renewal. Illustrated and transnational in scope, the volume moves from hearth-centered sentiment to darker meditations on poverty, estrangemen...

Down the Chimney: 100+ Most Treasured Christmas Novels & Stories in One Volume (Illustrated) offers readers an enchanting journey through the diverse landscapes of Christmas tales. This anthology seamlessly unites timeless classics, enchanting folklore, and heartwarming tales across a myriad of genres and styles, from the deeply romantic to the keenly satirical. Its breadth is beyond comparison, capturing the magical essence of Christmas through narratives that evoke the spirit of giving, ...

"The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols" presents an unparalleled compendium of literary treasures, exploring the multifaceted themes of Christmas. From the timeless charm of myths to the poignant reflections in carols, this anthology offers a kaleidoscope of emotions and narratives. The collection spans diverse genres, blending heartwarming tales with thought-provoking narratives, creating an immersive tapestry that captures the essence of the festive season. With stand...

In 'Down the Chimney: 100+ Most Treasured Christmas Novels & Stories in One Volume (Illustrated),' readers are invited to explore a lush tapestry of literary works celebrating the themes of Christmas. This comprehensive anthology collects the works of over 70 esteemed authors, embodying a rich diversity of styles that range from the whimsically enchanting to the profoundly poignant. The collection presents readers with an array of narratives that delve into the spirit of generosity, the wa...

The 'Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols' is a rich tapestry of literary treasures, capturing the multifaceted spirit of Christmas through an eclectic array of narratives and styles. This anthology traverses thrilling adventures, heartwarming tales, and soul-stirring carols, offering a panoramic view of Christmas literary tradition. From the gothic chill of a Dickensian Christmas to the folkloric charm of Brothers Grimm, each contribution adds a unique hue to the festive ...

The Big Book of Christmas Novels, Stories, Myths & Carols represents a vast tapestry of the Christmas season as portrayed by an extraordinary confluence of authors spanning different continents and centuries. This anthology compiles works ranging from heartwarming tales and profound poems to revelatory myths and spirited carols, each enriching the festive lore with diverse literary styles and perspectives. The collection traverses the scope from Dickens' Victorian England to Andersen's fai...

In his fifth collection with Peepal Tree Press, After Poems, Psalms, John Robert Lee achieves a sense of spirit, insight and empathy with these celebratory and contemplative poems."In the way that we might look to the psalms for strength and solace, After Poems, Psalms should be received as a gift, a balm and a cause for celebration. Here is a companion to assist spirit wrestlers and lovers of poetry in their quest to identify the numinous in both the human and th...

Santa's Christmas Library gathers more than four hundred seasonal narratives, poems, carols, legends, and illustrated selections into a capacious archive of Christmas writing. Moving from folktale and devotional verse to domestic realism, fantasy, satire, and moral fable, the volume traces the holiday's literary transformations across languages and centuries. Canonical Christmas narratives stand beside fairy tales, hymns, children's literature, and lesser-known period pieces, while such la...

General Robert E. Lee: The True Story of the Infamous "Marble Man" examines the making, endurance, and contestation of Robert E. Lee's public image. Blending biographical narrative, wartime recollection, documentary testimony, and reflective prose, the volume situates Lee between historical actor and cultural symbol. Its strongest interest lies in the tension between military reputation, moral responsibility, and the postwar impulse to transform defeat into legend, a process epitomized by ...

The Big Christmas Basket: 200+ Christmas Novels, Stories, Poems & Carols (Illustrated) offers a rich tapestry of Yuletide tales that span continents and centuries, encapsulating the multifaceted essence of the Christmas season. From vibrant holiday celebrations to introspective narratives capturing personal transformations and familial warmth, this anthology presents an expansive range of literary styles. Each piece offers its unique contribution, reflecting the cultural kaleidoscope of Ch...