This book looks at the changing context of children and young people′s services heralded by the structural, organisational and funding changes put forward in Eileen Munro′s Review of Child Protection. It is strongly grounded in research and theory, and gives specific consideration to how systems theory can help practitioners in understanding families.It highlights the need for every social work practitioner to develop the capacity to undertake unified assessments and interventions ...

[Bookstrand Contemporary Romance] Peaches Delancy is having the worst days of her life. She's late for work and her car won't start on the hottest day of the year so far. When she finally gets to work she's robbed and locked in the store's refrigerator room. She's rescued from hypothermia by Pastor Max Allen right before being fired. Max knew the moment he wrapped his arms around her that Peaches was the woman for him. When his brother and sister-in-law are injured in a car accident Max tur...

This book looks at the changing context of children and young people′s services heralded by the structural, organisational and funding changes put forward in Eileen Munro′s Review of Child Protection. It is strongly grounded in research and theory, and gives specific consideration to how systems theory can help practitioners in understanding families.It highlights the need for every social work practitioner to develop the capacity to undertake unified assessments and interventions ...

Susan Walker Allen's life story is a clarion call to those who want to do more, be more and make a more profound contribution to society. As the first 'lady lawyer' in the region, Susan shattered a glass ceiling, confounded her male counterparts, and became a tireless advocate for those who had no voice in the judicial system. Along the way, Susan experienced great elation and endured the most profound sorrows life can offer. Her inspiring story is a poignent testament to one woman's indom...

From the first major discoveries a century ago, the painted portraits of Roman Egypt were a revelation to scholars and the public alike, and the recent finding of a new cache of these gilded images, which made national headlines, have only heightened their mystery and appeal. Published to coincide with a new major exhibition of these portraits, Ancient Faces is the most comprehensive, up-to-date survey of these astonishing works of art.Dating from the later period of Roman...

Bella, a shy, introverted woman and Jo, a fully expressive person meet unexpectedly at a gay bar in remote Saratoga Springs, New York. Jo, working for a close-minded resource for the community goes to Bella's community center to help with the Pride Month festivities, takes Bella to their hide away sanctuary and romance brews. Jo gives the small community center the much needed boost to provide a safe haven for local LGBTQ+ teens and young adults.

Impossible is an opossum that is stuck with an upside down view. To release him from this unhappy situation, the winds of change is what is needed for him to discover his possibilities.

- A new editor and contributor team brings in wealth of expertise from across Australia, New Zealand and internationally. - Two new chapters on Global Reproductive Health and Indigenous Women's Health place emphasis on the need to adapt women's healthcare according to various cultural and socioeconomic factors. - Emphasis on prevention and early diagnosis in obstetric care, with an increasing focus on fetal medicine. - This edition will be available as an Expert Consult eBook along with th...

When the fascist government collapses in Italy, Renzo Modiano is almost seven years old. The war is over, his mother tells him. At last, thinks Renzo, they will get their radio back. On 10 September 1943 the dining table is crowded as ever, but the family eat in silence. When the meal is finished Renzo’s father speaks: “Children, we have to leave the flat now. We won’t be able to stay together. We must leave immediately because the Germans are entering Rome and they’re taking the Jews.” Le...

In the eerie silence of a desolate moor, a young woman named Helen Tremaine stumbles upon a mysterious voice that echoes from the void. As she delves deeper into the enigma, she uncovers a chilling secret that threatens to consume her very soul. Haunted by visions and tormented by an unknown force, Helen embarks on a perilous journey to unravel the truth behind the voice. Along the way, she encounters enigmatic characters and faces unimaginable horrors that test the limits of her sanity. A...

The Big Bad Wolf is coming to town, so the three little pigs better get to work. One builds a house of straw, another of stick, and the last of bricks. But which one will be left standing after the Big Bad Wolf starts huffing and puffing? Find out as this classic fairy tale comes to life with music and full-color illustrations. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Goldilocks is hopping and skipping through the woods one day when she comes across a quaint cottage. She goes inside to investigate the odd little house, with three bowls of porridge, three chairs, and three beds. What happens when the owners of the house come home? Find out as this classic fairy tale comes to life with music and full-color illustrations. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.