In this unconventional and accessible history, Italian best-seller Alberto Angela literally follows the money to map the reach and power of the Roman Empire. To see a map of the Roman Empire at the height of its territorial expansion is to be struck by its size, stretching from Scotland to Kuwait, from the Sahara to the North Sea. What was life like in the Empire, and how were such diverse peoples and places united under one rule? The Reach of Rome explores these questions through an ingen...

The Challenge Continues... Can you make it to the end?The 2nd book in the Are You Scared Yet? series, now with Black Pages,Twisted Tales and Creepy Illustrations!You think you're brave? You think you're tough?These tales are weird. These tales get rough.A creaking floor... a red door opens wide...A voice that whispers from the inside.Cold hands. Lost time. A haunted face.And c...

You are smart. You are kind. You are strong. You are YOU - and that's more than enough. I Am... is a celebration of confidence, creativity, and kindness. With simple affirmations and bright, diverse illustrations, this book reminds kids just how amazing they already are.Perfect for:Daily AffirmationsBedtime BoostsClassroom EncouragementAnytime a little extra love & Encouragement is neededLet this book help the child in your l...

With contemporary approaches based on theory and the lived experience of dementia, Occupational Therapy and Dementia is written using an occupational justice lens. It examines how core elements of how occupational therapy may support the person living with dementia through valued activity in continuing engagement in their lives, sustaining their identity and sense of purpose. This edited collection critically analyses traditional thinking about dementia practice from over 40 contr...

Depression is one of the most common forms of psychological distress and can have devastating consequences for individuals and their loved ones. Decades of research have shown that there are many possible causes of depression, and one of those causes involves problems with self-regulation. Self-regulation involves setting and pursuing important personal goals - put simply, the process of trying to be the kind of person you want to be. Self-System Therapy for Depression: Therapist Guide...

This book is an essential guide for novice and experienced self-study researchers, offering practical insight into the lived experience of conducting self-study research. Unlike abstract methodologies, self-study is embodied through practice and often learned collaboratively. Because it resists traditional instruction, newcomers frequently ask S-STEP researchers: “How does one learn self-study?” This recurring question highlights the need for accessible frameworks and processes to support ...

A portrait of a young artist's formative years studying sculpture in Paris, recounted in her own wordsAngela Gregory is considered by many the doyenne of Louisiana sculpture and is a notable twentieth century American sculptor. In A Dream and a Chisel, Angela Gregory and Nancy Penrose explore Gregory's desire, even as a teenager, to learn the art of cutting stone and to become a sculptor. Through sheer grit and persistence, Gregory achieved her dream of st...

Spend a day in ancient Rome with this brilliantly immersive journey into the past.“A wonderful book for lovers of history and novices alike.”—History and other ThoughtsThe wondrous extravagance of banquets where flamingos are roasted whole and wine flows like rivers. The roar of frenzied spectators inside the Colosseum during a battle between gladiators. A crowd of onlookers gathered at a slave auction. The silent baths and the boi...

Step into the timeless stories of Jesus with The Red Letters: Parables From the Gospel of Matthew, a beautifully illustrated children's book created to help young hearts understand God's love, kindness, forgiveness, and truth.Through 13 meaningful parables from the Gospel of Matthew, children are invited to explore the lessons Jesus taught in a way that feels warm, engaging, and easy to understand. Each story encourages faith, compassion, courage, and thoughtful conversations betwe...

Alice's life is about to change.She's a skinny orphan. She's never been able to hear too well. And she can't speak too well, either. The only person who seems to care for her—one of the nuns at the orphanage—gets taken away from Alice in a freak accident.And then one day somebody calls Alice by the wrong name.Miami, she says.Miami Shaw.Miami Shaw, who may be Alice's twin sister.Who lives only a few miles away.Who has...

Depression is one of the most common forms of psychological distress and can have devastating consequences for individuals and their loved ones. Decades of research have shown that there are many possible causes of depression, and one of those causes involves problems with self-regulation. Self-regulation involves setting and pursuing important personal goals - put simply, the process of trying to be the kind of person you want to be. Self-System Therapy for Depression: Therapist Guide...

Embark on a culinary adventure through the heart of Mexico with "101 Mexican Dishes"! This audiobook, a timeless guide by May E. Southworth, unlocks a treasure trove of authentic flavors. Savor dishes both familiar and unexpected - master classic enchiladas and tamales, then delve into delights like Caldo de Pescado (fish stew) and Olla Podrida (a hearty stew). From soups and salads to meat, fowl, and delectable desserts, Southworth's clear instructions will have you whipping up south-of-t...