Elephants In The Room

Author : Holly Goldberg Sloan
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780735229969

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The Elephant in the Room by Holly Goldberg Sloan Pdf

From the New York Times bestselling author of Counting by 7s comes a heartfelt story about "the importance of compassion and bravery when facing life’s challenges” (Kirkus) for fans of The One and Only Ivan and Front Desk. It's been almost a year since Sila's mother traveled halfway around the world to Turkey, hoping to secure the immigration paperwork that would allow her to return to her family in the United States. The long separation is almost impossible for Sila to withstand. But things change when Sila accompanies her father (who is a mechanic) outside their Oregon town to fix a truck. There, behind an enormous stone wall, she meets a grandfatherly man who only months before won the state lottery. Their new alliance leads to the rescue of a circus elephant named Veda, and then to a friendship with an unusual boy named Mateo, proving that comfort and hope come in the most unlikely of places. A moving story of family separation and the importance of the connection between animals and humans, this novel has the enormous heart and uplifting humor that readers have come to expect from the beloved author of Counting by 7s. “I couldn’t stop reading—I had to find out what would happen. An unusual and lovely real-life fairy tale.” —Linda Sue Park, New York Times Bestselling author of A Long Walk to Water “A gorgeous and emotional novel. I loved every page.” —Cynthia Kadohata, Newbery Medal-winning author of Kira-Kira

Author : Corey Fields
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780520291904

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Black Elephants in the Room by Corey Fields Pdf

What do you think of when you hear about an African American Republican? Are they heroes fighting against the expectation that all blacks must vote democratic? Are they Uncle Toms or sellouts, serving as traitors to their race? What is it really like to be a black person in the Republican Party? Black Elephants in the Room considers how race structures the political behavior of African American Republicans and discusses the dynamic relationship between race and political behavior in the purported “post-racial” context of US politics. Drawing on vivid first-person accounts, the book sheds light on the different ways black identity structures African Americans' membership in the Republican Party. Moving past rhetoric and politics, we begin to see the everyday people working to reconcile their commitment to black identity with their belief in Republican principles. And at the end, we learn the importance of understanding both the meanings African Americans attach to racial identity and the political contexts in which those meanings are developed and expressed.

Author : Suraj Laxminarayanan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1791543634

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Elephants in the Room by Suraj Laxminarayanan Pdf

A ragtag group of friends are planning a bank heist to end their cash crunch. Novices to crime, they are driven more by emotions than skill - their plan seems fool proof, or so they think. In another part of the city, a gang of seasoned dacoits has botched up a job and now owes money to the local crime lord. They have to either pay up or pay for it with their lives - and time is running out... In a bizarre twist of fate, both these groups are brought face-to-face. Trapped in a situation beyond the realm of their planning and experience, they must think on their feet, form quick alliances and rally behind an unlikely leader. Set against the backdrop of Chennai, where men sing gaana songs in kuppams (fishing hamlets) nestled against swanky glass-fronted buildings and life-size cut-outs of film stars and politicians, a story of love, greed, friendship, fate and the absurdity of the human condition unfolds. Suraj is a big fan of crime and mystery thrillers. Movies in the genre of crime and suspense inspired him to take up writing on similar subjects. He started by writing movie reviews. He lives in Bangalore and is a software engineer by profession. His hobbies include reading and playing tennis. Readers can connect with Suraj through the website www.authorsuraj.com.

Author : Dr. Mike Bechtle
Publisher : Revell
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2017-05-16
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781493410767

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Dealing with the Elephant in the Room by Dr. Mike Bechtle Pdf

Most people want to avoid tough conversations. Whether it's with a spouse, a friend, a boss, a coworker, or a child, tough conversations create high anxiety--and often lingering resentments. Communication expert Dr. Mike Bechtle offers practical help. He equips readers with the skills they need in order to handle conflict with the important people in their lives. Readers learn to be better prepared for hard conversations by learning to listen, to give and receive genuine feedback, and to saturate relationships with kindness. With the right skills and tools, anyone can feel more confident handling the elephant in the room and other conversational quicksand.

Author : Diana McLain Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118015421

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Elephant in the Room by Diana McLain Smith Pdf

A systematic look at how relationships determine the success of leaders and their enterprises, along with tools to help strengthen and change them Since time immemorial, relationships have determined the fate of leaders. But today they are more critical to success than ever. No longer can leaders count on long time horizons or sloppy competition to make up for the inefficiencies that poor relationships create. Leaders must make decisions and take actions quickly and well with others, even those with whom they share very little?perhaps not even a time zone. This new world puts relationships at the center of what leaders must understand and master to succeed. Uses in-depth observational studies and clinical research to explore how relationships at the top of organizations work, develop, and change Shows how to understand, strengthen, and transform these relationships, so they can withstand the most intense pressures and conflicts This important book features a Foreword by Peter Senge, author of The Fifth Discipline.

Author : Earl Hammond,Liz Hammond,Elizabeth Levy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Fiction
ISBN : UVA:X000656509

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Elephants in the Living Room, Bears in the Canoe by Earl Hammond,Liz Hammond,Elizabeth Levy Pdf

Author : Eviatar Zerubavel
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2006-04-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0198040520

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The Elephant in the Room by Eviatar Zerubavel Pdf

The fable of the Emperor's New Clothes is a classic example of a conspiracy of silence, a situation where everyone refuses to acknowledge an obvious truth. But the denial of social realities--whether incest, alcoholism, corruption, or even genocide-is no fairy tale. In The Elephant in the Room, Eviatar Zerubavel sheds new light on the social and political underpinnings of silence and denial-the keeping of "open secrets." The author shows that conspiracies of silence exist at every level of society, ranging from small groups to large corporations, from personal friendships to politics. Zerubavel shows how such conspiracies evolve, illuminating the social pressures that cause people to deny what is right before their eyes. We see how each conspirator's denial is symbiotically complemented by the others', and we learn that silence is usually more intense when there are more people conspiring-and especially when there are significant power differences among them. He concludes by showing that the longer we ignore "elephants," the larger they loom in our minds, as each avoidance triggers an even greater spiral of denial. Drawing on examples from newspapers and comedy shows to novels, children's stories, and film, the book travels back and forth across different levels of social life, and from everyday moments to large-scale historical events. At its core, The Elephant in the Room helps us understand why we ignore truths that are known to all of us.

Author : Charlene Wexler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1523471964

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Elephants in the Room by Charlene Wexler Pdf

Elephants In The Room is award-winning author Charlene Wexler's latest collection of short fiction and essays examining life, love, and the tragedy and comedy of the human condition.Whether she is tackling fiction or essays, Charlene Wexler writes from the heart. With a keen eye for detail and a way of looking at the world a bit sideways, Wexler's writings in Elephants In The Room will entertain while they make you think.In Elephants In The Room, Wexler's fiction and essays are grouped in five categories.Coming of Age features essays and fiction about growing up and reaching some of life's milestones-whether you are ready or not.In Family and Friends, you'll meet some of the fun characters in Wexler's life and in her fiction, and inevitably you'll think about similar loved ones in your own world. The story "Elephants In The Room," from which the title of this book is derived, appears in this section.What would life be without our animal pals? Wexler shares some stories about four-footed friends and loved ones in Animal Magnetism.The Passing Parade features Wexler's fiction and prose observations on the changes in our fast-paced world.Senior Moments contains Wexler's wry, humorous, and even serious observations on the mature years.After reading Elephants In The Room, you'll see why Wexler's books and short stories have won multiple awards. Her style makes you feel as if you are reading about or talking to dear friends.Elephants In The Room is Wexler's second collection of fiction and essays published in book form. The first, Milk and Oranges, won several awards.Elephants In The Room is a collection of stories that will pluck at your heartstrings and tickle your funnybone.

Author : Lisa F. Kane,Joyce Poole,Petter Granli,Phyllis C. Lee,Cynthia J. Moss,Amirtharaj Christy Williams,G. A. Bradshaw,Gretchen Kaufman,Janet Martin,Susan K. Mikota,Peter C. Stroud,Joseph C. E. Barber,Terry L. Maple,Mollie A. Bloomsmith,Allison L. Martin,Georgia Mason,Jake S. Veasey,Colleen Kinzley,Margaret Whittaker,Gail Laule,Carol Buckley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Animal welfare
ISBN : 0615229840

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An Elephant in the Room by Lisa F. Kane,Joyce Poole,Petter Granli,Phyllis C. Lee,Cynthia J. Moss,Amirtharaj Christy Williams,G. A. Bradshaw,Gretchen Kaufman,Janet Martin,Susan K. Mikota,Peter C. Stroud,Joseph C. E. Barber,Terry L. Maple,Mollie A. Bloomsmith,Allison L. Martin,Georgia Mason,Jake S. Veasey,Colleen Kinzley,Margaret Whittaker,Gail Laule,Carol Buckley Pdf

Author : Amanda Edwards,Leslie Ponciano
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-04
Category : Grief
ISBN : 1492793248

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The Elephant in the Room by Amanda Edwards,Leslie Ponciano Pdf

The Elephant in the Room is a children's storybook with whimsical illustrations and rhyming verses of positive strategies for coping with grief and loss. The gender-neutral elephant character demonstrates the potential emotions that children may experience when faced with any type of loss such as death of a pet or a relative, a friend moving away, foster care, hospitalization, etc. This book can serve to initiate a discussion or to provide unconscious messages of love, power, and healing. The practical and realistic coping strategies are developmentally appropriate for young children in early childhood and are based in best practices according to research in children's literature and social-emotional development. It is recommended that the book be read daily, as needed, during traumatic events and that the adult wait patiently for the child to initiate a discussion. It is anticipated that The Elephant in the Room will serve as a transitional object for children experiencing grief and loss and that it will help them navigate their unique and individual journey towards healing, concurrently or in the years ahead. This book is a must-have for teachers, grief counselors, healthcare practitioners, therapists, social workers, and librarians. Additionally, it can serve as an important resource for families during difficult events.

Author : Rajiv Surendra
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781682450512

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The Elephants in My Backyard by Rajiv Surendra Pdf

Rajiv Surendra was filming Mean Girls, playing the beloved rapping mathlete Kevin Gnapoor, when a cameraman insisted he read Yann Martel's Life of Pi. So begins his "lovely and human" (Jenny Lawson, author of Furiously Happy) tale of obsessively pursuing a dream, overcoming failure, and finding meaning in life. “This was a once-in-a-lifetime chance. I found myself standing dangerously close to the edge of a cliff. Far below me was an incredible abyss with no end in sight. I could turn back and safely return to where I had come from, or I could throw caution to the wind, lift my arms up into the air . . . and jump.” —From The Elephants in My Backyard What happens when you spend ten years obsessively pursuing a dream, and then, in the blink of an eye, you learn that you have failed, that the dream will not come true? In 2003, Rajiv Surendra was filming Mean Girls, playing the beloved rapping mathlete Kevin Gnapoor, when a cameraman insisted he read Yann Martel’s Life of Pi. Mesmerized by all the similarities between Pi and himself—both are five-foot-five with coffee-colored complexions, both share a South Indian culture, both lived by a zoo—when Rajiv learns that Life of Pi will be made into a major motion picture he is convinced that playing the title role is his destiny. In a great leap of faith Rajiv embarks on a quest to embody the sixteen-year-old Tamil schoolboy. He quits university and buys a one-way ticket from Toronto to South India. He visits the sacred stone temples of Pondicherry, he travels to the frigid waters off the coast of rural Maine, and explores the cobbled streets of Munich. He befriends Yann Martel, a priest, a castaway, an eccentric old woman, and a pack of Tamil schoolboys. He learns how to swim, to spin wool, to keep bees, and to look a tiger in the eye. All the while he is really learning how to dream big, to fail, to survive, to love, and to become who he truly is. Rajiv Surendra captures the uncertainty, heartache, and joy of finding ones place in the world with sly humor and refreshing honesty. The Elephants in My Backyard is not a journey of goals and victories, but a story of process and determination. It is a spellbinding and profound book for anyone who has ever failed at something and had to find a new path through life.

Author : Letitia Sweitzer
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780857009104

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Beating Boredom as the Secret to Managing ADHD by Letitia Sweitzer Pdf

Boredom and boredom avoidance drive the behaviours of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity – the diagnostic criteria of ADHD. This is the first ADHD resource to thoroughly explore the connection between the two. Full of innovative approaches, the book introduces a wide range of strategies for professionals working in clinical, educational and therapeutic settings to help those with ADHD beat boredom and engage with tasks and goals they want or need to achieve. Approaches specifically designed for toddlers, children, teenagers and adults are included, which can then be incorporated into schoolwork, jobs, relationships and everyday life. This practical resource will provide professionals who diagnose, treat, coach, and teach those with ADHD or those who suffer from frequent or pervasive boredom, with the tools to alleviate boredom in order to improve both concentration and mood.

Author : Kevin Simler,Robin Hanson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780190495992

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The Elephant in the Brain by Kevin Simler,Robin Hanson Pdf

Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are designed not just to hunt and gather, but also to help us get ahead socially, often via deception and self-deception. But while we may be self-interested schemers, we benefit by pretending otherwise. The less we know about our own ugly motives, the better - and thus we don't like to talk or even think about the extent of our selfishness. This is the elephant in the brain. Such an introspective taboo makes it hard for us to think clearly about our nature and the explanations for our behavior. The aim of this book, then, is to confront our hidden motives directly - to track down the darker, unexamined corners of our psyches and blast them with floodlights. Then, once everything is clearly visible, we can work to better understand ourselves: Why do we laugh? Why are artists sexy? Why do we brag about travel? Why do we prefer to speak rather than listen? Our unconscious motives drive more than just our private behavior; they also infect our venerated social institutions such as Art, School, Charity, Medicine, Politics, and Religion. In fact, these institutions are in many ways designed to accommodate our hidden motives, to serve covert agendas alongside their official ones. The existence of big hidden motives can upend the usual political debates, leading one to question the legitimacy of these social institutions, and of standard policies designed to favor or discourage them. You won't see yourself - or the world - the same after confronting the elephant in the brain.

Author : Frank Gregorsky
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1537146696

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Elephants in the Room by Frank Gregorsky Pdf

Republicans 50 and up watched President Ronald Reagan and Speaker Newt Gingrich deliver national leadership. Today, Republicans of all ages watch "their" House and Senate and see nothing of the kind... A Republican-run legislative branch isn't supposed to enable Iran Bailouts, rising deficits, the importation of saboteurs, the destruction of private health insurance, wars on entire industries, and IRS corruption. Congress's defaults have been huge, they imperil the Constitution and national security, the solutions go way beyond personalities, and ... they can start with ELEPHANTS IN THE ROOM. Reinforced by former GOP Congressmen, the seven authors of ELEPHANTS IN THE ROOM showcase effective campaign methods and fresh legislative strategies. The book's subtitle -- "a History of the House Republican Future" -- refers to historical examples (from BOTH parties) that make plain the co-equal status of Congress in the setting of domestic policy. State-level GOP officials can use this book to train prospective candidates. College Republicans can use it to put their left-wing professors on the spot. And incumbent House Members who never served with Newt Gingrich will see his methods with fresh eyes... "The Original Gingrich Playbook" (Chapter 5) brings back Gingrich's exploits during the Reagan Era and encourages the restless and more junior Members of the House and Senate to work around -- whenever they can't outrightly oppose -- their "Leadership." And Chapter 13 calls on two great military leaders -- Ulysses S. Grant and Carl von Clausewitz -- to map the health-care blunders of House and Senate Republicans. If you've never smiled while absorbing a paper on strategy, that's one more upside from a book that doesn't block out the real world. You'll never see THIS kind of partisan primer from the RNC. All but one of the authors has extensive Washington experience. Their advice is both bold and seasoned. It usually reaches beyond ideology, in ways that help both moderate and "hard-line" perspectives be more effective. ELEPHANTS IN THE ROOM mixes inspiration with indignation, and its "war stories" point to tomorrow's victories. So, come into the ROOM ... climb the LADDER ... make ready to hit the ROOF ... while you gain new respect for the HOUSE.

Author : Kim Tomsic
Publisher : Chronicle Books LLC
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05-18
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781797201085

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The Elephants Come Home by Kim Tomsic Pdf

The amazing true story of a herd of elephants, the man who saved them, and the miracle of love that brought them home. One day in 1999, Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby hear that a herd of wild African elephants need a new home. They welcome the elephants to their wildlife sanctuary—Thula Thula—with open arms. But the elephants are much less sure they want to stay. How will Lawrence prove to them that they are safe and loved? What follows is a gorgeously illustrated real-life story of a friendship . . . and the story of the miraculous way that love given freely will return—greater and more wonderful than it began. • TOUCHING ANIMAL FRIENDSHIPS: Owen and Mzee, Tarra and Bella, Rescue and Jessica . . . touching true stories of the emotional bonds possible between species are charming, and speak to the limitlessness of love. • ELEPHANT APPEAL: Elephants are one of the most fascinating and charming wild animals in all of nature. This heartwarming true story will intrigue and inspire children, and turn even the most reluctant readers into elephant enthusiasts. • CONSERVATION THEME: This book tells the true story of caring for one of the world's most beloved endangered animals: the African elephant. This book is a great, upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the importance of preserving endangered species and their environments. • ENGAGING NONFICTION: There's no better way to get readers hooked on factual books than to offer them real-life stories with heart and meaning. • STRONG CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS: The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) emphasize learning about animal habitats/biomes in K–2 curriculums, while later grades address topics like conservation and endangered species. With a depth of research and an engaging, highly visual narrative, this book is an excellent resource for librarians and primary school educators. Perfect for: • Kindergarten and elementary school teachers • Parents and grandparents • Librarians • Lovers of animals, wildlife, and the natural world • Zoo and natural history museumgoers