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Containing practical, specific parenting advice, strategies for effecting change with educators, store managers, corporations, and more, and tips for challenging and changing the media, this essential guide gives parents the tools they need to fight back against the modern stereotyping and sexualization of young girls. Activist Melissa Wardy shares tangible advice for getting young girls to start thinking critically about sexed-up toys and clothes...
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Mothering is part art, part science, and always a work in progress! Created with the next generation of mothers in mind, Momology is a delightful collaboration of celebration and information to help readers be the unique mothers God created them to be. With access to 36 years of research-based ministry at MOPS, Momology shares the four core elements of successful mothering using a variety of voices: parenting and relationship experts, peer-to-peer...
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It is easy to take for granted the things that are always around us, the people who are always there. And yet they often hold the keys to who we really are.
Nick Duerden's grandparents were always just . . . there. A mysterious yet unchanging presence, a source of dutiful visits, birthday cards and carefully preserved rituals: lunches, dinners and endless card games.
But, as he enters midlife, and his 98-year-old grandmother enters a care home,...
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"I hated my father-really, really hated him. I hated working for him and I hated being around him. I hated it when he walked through the front door at home. And we feared him from the moment he pulled up in front of the house in his car."
So writes conservative firebrand and popular radio host Larry Elder. For ten years Elder and his father did not talk to each other.
When they finally did, the conversation went on for eight hours-eight hours...
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In today's fast-paced world, it's tough to find the time to read. But with Joosr guides, you can get the key insights from bestselling non-fiction titles in less than 20 minutes. Whether you want to gain knowledge on the go or find the books you'll love, Joosr's brief and accessible eBook summaries fit into your life. Find out more at joosr.com. Girls have come under increasing pressure in the last decade, and more than ever require careful parenting....
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A father takes a break from every guy's dream gig-covering football (and the odd swimsuit shoot) for Sports Illustrated-to give it a go as Mr. Mom, in this hilarious and heartfelt book
After nineteen years as a writer for Sports Illustrated, Austin Murphy should have had it made. Instead, he'd had it-with measuring his life by hotel rooms and Heisman stories, with members of his church assuming that his wife, Laura, was a single mother. With each...
2607) Our Miracle Baby
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GOD IS AT WORK! Are you waiting for a breakthrough or a powerful move of God in any area of your life? Do you sometimes feel left out, as others seem to get with ease what you've prayed for long to have? Here is a divine message to lift your spirits and prepare you for your imminent testimony!
In this inspiring narrative, the author vividly recounts her journey through the maze of fear, doubt and other emotions - while waiting for her miracle babies...
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Gender Identity. Pornography. Hook-up culture. Same-Sex Attraction. Masturbation. Abuse. These issues are the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what our children, are being forced to navigate at increasingly younger ages. As a parent, are you leading your family in conversations, so that your voice is the first one they hear on these sensitive issues? Do you know what the Bible says, and doesn't say, on the issues surrounding sexuality and gender?...
2609) Things My Son Needs to Know About the World: Las cosas que mi hijo necesita saber acerca del mundo
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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Man Called Ove shares an irresistible and moving collection of heartfelt, humorous essays about fatherhood, providing his newborn son with the perspective and tools he'll need to make his way in the world.
Things My Son Needs to Know About the World collects the personal dispatches from the front lines of one of the most daunting experiences any man can experience: fatherhood.
As he conveys his profound...
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Regardless of what you find yourself facing as a parent, you can find peace and comfort in the eternal truths of Scripture curated in this beautiful devotional for mothers. Encourage your heart and soul as you read through God's Words of Life for Mothers, a book of specially chosen verses to inspire you in every season. The cover features a beautiful fabric pattern from designer Amy Butler, and pages have unique scalloped edges. Whether you're busy...
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Grandparents & Young Children with Autism is, written with the hopes of helping grandparents understand the educational testing process of helping young children who may have autism. The book explores some similarities and differences between grandparents and grandchildren with autism. A variety of issues related to health, stress, pets, communication and illness are, examined in relation to autism. Grandparents will gain information regarding testing...
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Learn how to thrive-not just survive-as a modern mom.
You love your kids. You're proud of your professional accomplishments.
You have hobbies and friends. And, you're tired. So tired.
Working moms often feel like they're failing on many different fronts. But, what if there was a guide to reenvisioning, reprioritizing, and restructuring to build a vibrant, intentional life?
As a practicing pediatrician and mother of 2 young daughters, Dr. Whitney...
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This study looks into how children learn about the 'first R'-race-and challenges the current assumptions with case-study examples from three child-care centers.
Parents and teachers will find this remarkable study reveals that the answer to how children learn about race might be more startling than could be imagined.
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Surviving Childlessness is for Christians who have been unable to have children for any number of reasons. The second book in the Survival series, Surviving Childlessness explores how childless people may be excluded from church and society because of childlessness, and how they can find solidarity with one another and comfort in the arms of our loving God. This book includes 13 interviews with childless people from around the world, as well as the...
2615) Toddler Inc
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Toddlers are savages.
They scream, shout, rebel, slap, destroy, throw food and purposely withhold their love and affection — just to watch your soul snap and your spirit shatter. And all before 8 a.m.
And yet, they're also misunderstood creatures: funny and beautiful — endearing little marvels that brighten up your day. But mostly they're savages.
WARNING: the author swears an awful lot
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Have you ever wondered how many of the spiritual masters and enlightened teachers have been parents? What have you learned from them about parenting? Are parenting and spiritual growth two separate paths? What can we learn from the spiritual teachings? And what can we learn from parenting? Having been a mother for over forty years, and on the path of spiritual growth for many decades, the author offers us a personal account of her insights that bridge...
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This book is a 30-day inspirational guide for single parenting. While thirty days may not seem like a long time, if you can master these issues and challenges, your mastery can become a solid habit in thirty days.
Once you understand these basic steps, you can apply them to your daily personal life. It starts with us, parents. We have to understand that our children are a product of our parenting. Parenting isn't easy or trouble-free, but learning...
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School bullies are a fact of life, but what can parents really do to protect their children? Keith Vitali, a martial arts expert who has offered his advice on Oprah and given seminars around the country, provides the answer in Bullyproof Your Child. His book presents advice to parents on identifying the signs of verbal bullying, physical bullying, and cyberbullying and offers techniques proven to help children faced with bullying. Now any mom and...
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Too many mothers long for peace but despair that it always seems out of reach. The stress of motherhood overwhelms their attempts to be the Christlike mom they aspire to be. Now moms can take heart: no matter where they are on their parenting journey, every mom can experience the power of Christ in a personal way that will radically change their lives, their outlook, their power source, and their approach to motherhood-and every other relationship...
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Dear Severson Sisters Super Girl: We know that growing up can sometimes feel like a maze. The middle-school maze is probably the biggest maze of all. There are friends who may not always treat you like a friend. There are days you want to try something totally new, but don't know how to. There are days you say things about yourself that are not super nice. Severson Sisters created The Super Girl Guide To: Respect because we work with girls like you....