Just Call Me Stupid

Author : Tom Birdseye
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-07-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781497645929

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Just Call Me Stupid by Tom Birdseye Pdf

Fifth-grader Patrick can’t read, but when the new girl next door encourages him to overcome his fears and try, he starts believing he isn’t so stupid after all Patrick Lowe has always loved imagining his own fantastic stories of brave knights and dragons. Unfortunately, every time he tries to read, his father’s voice pops up in his head telling him he’s stupid, and the words on the page suddenly become too blurry to see. By his fifth grade year, Patrick has stopped trying to read altogether. He doesn’t think he needs any friends, but his new next-door neighbor Celina just won’t leave him alone. As Patrick and Celina slowly become friends, Celina starts reading The Sword and the Stone to him every afternoon. Patrick is entranced by this mythical world of white knights and vicious beasts, magic and adventure, but no matter how hard he tries, he himself still cannot read. But when Celina betrays his trust, Patrick finds himself betting to the class bully that he can read a story to the entire school. Patrick is determined to show everyone that he’s no dummy, but can he get past his own fears and finally learn to read?

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0780764048

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Just Call Me Stupid by Anonim Pdf

Author : Steven Weissman
Publisher : Fantagraphics Books
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1560974311

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"Don't Call Me Stupid!" by Steven Weissman Pdf

Meet the whole Yikes' gang in this short story collection! A great graphic novel for children - what tyke wouldn't like a book about monster kids? - with an imaginative whim that entrances adults as well.'

Author : Claudia Mills
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-13
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781317141402

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Ethics and Children's Literature by Claudia Mills Pdf

Exploring the ethical questions posed by, in, and about children’s literature, this collection examines the way texts intended for children raise questions of value, depict the moral development of their characters, and call into attention shared moral presuppositions. The essays in Part I look at various past attempts at conveying moral messages to children and interrogate their underlying assumptions. What visions of childhood were conveyed by explicit attempts to cultivate specific virtues in children? What unstated cultural assumptions were expressed by growing resistance to didacticism? How should we prepare children to respond to racism in their books and in their society? Part II takes up the ethical orientations of various classic and contemporary texts, including 'prosaic ethics' in the Hundred Acre Wood, moral discernment in Narnia, ethical recognition in the distant worlds traversed by L’Engle, and virtuous transgression in recent Anglo-American children’s literature and in the emerging children’s literature of 1960s Taiwan. Part III’s essays engage in ethical criticism of arguably problematic messages about our relationship to nonhuman animals, about war, and about prejudice. The final section considers how we respond to children’s literature with ethically focused essays exploring a range of ways in which child readers and adult authorities react to children’s literature. Even as children’s literature has evolved in opposition to its origins in didactic Sunday school tracts and moralizing fables, authors, parents, librarians, and scholars remain sensitive to the values conveyed to children through the texts they choose to share with them.

Author : Ken Hall Jr.
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 587 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781456767549

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The Old Man Down the Road by Ken Hall Jr. Pdf

To twelve-year-old Jacob Hunter, moving with his family to a small town in south Mississippi - a place he'd never even heard of - means little more than having to get used to a new house, a new school, and trying to find new friends. In less than a week, his world will be changed in ways he could never have imagined. A terrifying chain of events, set in motion by a simple prank, will serve to forge an unlikely bond between Jacob and Jim Hanes - a lonely, bitter old drunk. And, as recurring nightmares and haunting visions begin to blur reality, he will come to discover the true power of friendship, redemption, and the hope of a child sustained by the power of faith. But will it be enough when he finds himself pitted against a dark evil that has long slept, deep within the blackest corners of the soul of The Old Man Down The Road? www.oldmanbook.com

Author : Kim Firmston
Publisher : James Lorimer & Company
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781459406131

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Stupid by Kim Firmston Pdf

Martin's been diagnosed with ADHD, but he feels something about his diagnosis isn't right. The Ritalin he's prescribed doesn't seem to make a difference. When Martin's grades continue to sink no matter how hard he tries, his father writes him off as lazy and just plain stupid. His dad is convinced that Martin just needs to focus more on his studies and less on making movies. One night while out pursuing his passion on the city streets with his camera, Martin meets Stick and is introduced to the energetic and exciting pastime of parkour -- free-running. While filming Stick's flips and tricks, Martin begins to see a connection between how his brain interprets the world, all jumbled and fast-moving and out of order, and what the free-runners see. Camera in hand, Martin sets out to make a video that will show his dad what he sees, and hopefully get him to understand that Martin's real learning disability, dyslexia, has never been properly diagnosed.

Author : Alice Feeney
Publisher : Flatiron Books
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250144836

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Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney Pdf

My name is Amber Reynolds. There are three things you should know about me: 1. I’m in a coma. 2. My husband doesn’t love me anymore. 3. Sometimes I lie. Amber wakes up in a hospital. She can’t move. She can’t speak. She can’t open her eyes. She can hear everyone around her, but they have no idea. Amber doesn’t remember what happened, but she has a suspicion her husband had something to do with it. Alternating between her paralyzed present, the week before her accident, and a series of childhood diaries from twenty years ago, this brilliant psychological thriller asks: Is something really a lie if you believe it's the truth?

Author : Brian Kilrea,James Duthie
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781118096093

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They Call Me Killer by Brian Kilrea,James Duthie Pdf

An intimate, humorous look at Brian Kilrea's 60-year career in junior hockey With more wins than any coach in junior hockey history, and a personality as large as his winning record, Brian Kilrea is more than a hockey legend, he's one of the most beloved figures in the game. With veteran sportswriter, James Duthie, Kilrea gives fans a rink-side view of his twenty-nine plus seasons as head coach and now general manager of the Ottawa 67s. With stories and comments from famous NHLers who played for Killer, readers will get a taste of Kilrea's hardnosed coaching style, the gritty often humorous reality of his life as a coach, riding on buses and in the locker room, as well as the knowledge and dedication that has made him last so long. They Call Me Killer sheds light on Kilrea's early life as a centre for the Red Wings, what it was like to score the first-ever goal in the history of the L.A. Kings, and his two years with the New York Islanders. Loaded with anecdotes from a true hockey insider, the book offers fans an unvarnished look at the world of junior hockey—as it's played and lived, including its brutal practices, broken curfews, trades, and tirades. Details Kilrea's role as a coach for the Ottawa 67s, how they won the Memorial Cup twice, and how he's been a mentor to young stars of the future Includes anecdotes and interviews from coaches, trainers, and general managers, and NHLers like Bryan Trottier, Dennis Potvin, Mike Peca, Gary Roberts, Doug Wilson, Brian Campbell, Darren Pang, and many others Brian Kilrea was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003 James Duthie is best known for his work on TSN's The NHL on TSN and his coverage of the World Junior Championships With a Foreword by lifelong friend, Don Cherry, They Call Me Killer is a fascinating, unforgettable look at the world of junior hockey and the man known as the most successful coach in junior hockey history.

Author : Holly Jackson
Publisher : Delacorte Press
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780593379851

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As Good as Dead by Holly Jackson Pdf

THE MUST-READ MULTIMILLION BESTSELLING MYSTERY SERIES • The final book in the A Good Girl's Guide to Murder series that reads like your favorite true crime podcast or show. By the end, you'll never think of good girls the same way again... Pip is about to head to college, but she is still haunted by the way her last investigation ended. She’s used to online death threats in the wake of her viral true-crime podcast, but she can’t help noticing an anonymous person who keeps asking her: Who will look for you when you’re the one who disappears? Soon the threats escalate and Pip realizes that someone is following her in real life. When she starts to find connections between her stalker and a local serial killer caught six years ago, she wonders if maybe the wrong man is behind bars. Police refuse to act, so Pip has only one choice: find the suspect herself—or be the next victim. As the deadly game plays out, Pip discovers that everything in her small town is coming full circle . . .and if she doesn’t find the answers, this time she will be the one who disappears. . . And don't miss Holly Jackson's next thriller, Five Surive!

Author : Gerald G. Duffy
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2014-04-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781462515820

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Explaining Reading, Third Edition by Gerald G. Duffy Pdf

This trusted teacher resource and widely adopted text presents effective ways to demystify essential reading skills and strategies for K-8 students who are struggling. It has been fully revised to focus on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English language arts. Following a concise introduction to the CCSS and explicit teaching, 30 engaging examples show how to be explicit when teaching each Literature, Informational Text, and Foundational Skills standard. Grounded in authentic reading tasks that teachers can adapt for their classrooms, the examples guide teachers to differentiate instruction, model and scaffold learning, assess student skills, and align reading instruction with Common Core writing standards. New to This Edition *Significantly revised and restructured with a CCSS focus. *The teaching examples are all new or revised. *Provides practical ways to develop "close reading" of text. *Incorporates recent research on authentic tasks and adaptive teaching.

Author : Joe Zieja
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781481486910

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Communication Failure by Joe Zieja Pdf

"In this sequel to Mechanical Failure, a threat of a neighboring human-inhabited system forces Captain Rogers to declare war, and the math-happy Thelicosan fleet offers an ultimatum: surrender Rogers, or everyone dies. Captain Rogers has suddenly become the Admiral of the 331st Meridan fleet, but spies aboard his ship are giving information to the rival Thelicosan command. They believe that they have finally found someone to fulfill the Thelicosan's destiny--and are willing to break a two hundred year peace agreement for it. Now, the 331st must stop the invasion of a strong and determined enemy, while re-learning how to use half the equipment they have, since almost no one has fired a weapon in those two hundred years. War can be hell, especially when no one knows what is going on"--

Author : Favour Gbless
Publisher : BookRix
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-19
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9783755457886

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JAMILA by Favour Gbless Pdf

Dive into an Epic Love Story that will Leave You Spellbound If you are looking for a romantic novel to dive into, JAMILA is the perfect choice. Featuring an epic love story that transcends time, distance, and adversity, this novel will transport you to a world of passion, beauty, and intrigue. With its breathtaking setting and unforgettable characters, this book is sure to leave you spellbound.A heartwarming tale of love and family that will tug at your heartstrings. Perfect for a cozy night in Life goes on! When it goes right; and it goes wrong! But it goes on! So, if you close your eyes, life will pass you by. As the season glow, the story of Jamila reminds me how life can flow back to it source. Like a matching wind, it flows with the rubbles of a glazing shadows full of detriment of dry bones, but at down, life becomes glow that fades the dark spot of our skin and brings us inner peace

Author : John Swartzwelder
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-01
Category : Private investigators
ISBN : 0975579983

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Dead Men Scare Me Stupid by John Swartzwelder Pdf

Author : Kate Kelly,Peggy Ramundo
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-25
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780743288941

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You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?! by Kate Kelly,Peggy Ramundo Pdf

A revised and updated edition of the classic self-help book that has served as a lifeline to the millions of adults who have ADHD! With over a quarter million copies in print, You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?! is one of the bestselling books on attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder ever written. There is a great deal of literature about children with ADHD, but what do you do if you have ADHD and aren't a child anymore? This indispensable reference—the first of its kind written for adults with ADHD by adults with ADHD—focuses on the experiences of adults, offering updated information, practical how-tos, and moral support to help readers deal with ADHD. It also explains the diagnostic process that distinguishes ADHD symptoms from normal lapses in memory, lack of concentration or impulsive behavior, offering guidance on how your reframe our view of ADHD and embrace its benefits. Here's what's new: The new ADHD medications and their effectiveness The effects of ADHD on human sexuality The differences between male and female ADHD—including falling estrogen levels and its impact on cognitive function The power of meditation ADHD coaching tricks and tips And the book still includes the tried-and-true advice about: Achieving balance by analyzing one's strengths and weaknesses Getting along in groups, at work and in intimate and family relationships—including how to decrease discord and chaos Learning the mechanics and methods for getting organized and improving memory Seeking professional help, including therapy and medication

Author : Evelyn Hoffmann
Publisher : Evelyn Hoffmann
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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From Fake to Forever by Evelyn Hoffmann Pdf

From Fake to Forever What happens when your fake date turns out to be the girl whose prom night you saved years ago? I never thought I’d need a fake date. But when my ex-girlfriend’s wedding invitation landed on my desk, I knew I couldn’t show up alone. No way was I going to let her think she got the best of me. So, I did what any billionaire bachelor would do – I hired someone to help me pretend my love life is flourishing. Enter my fake date: the girl whose prom night fell apart all those years ago. Back then, I was the shoulder she cried on, the good guy who helped her through. Now, she’s all grown up, stunning, and something about her makes me want to break all the rules. Our deal is simple: she plays the part of my loving girlfriend, and I get through this wedding with my pride intact. But as the weekend unfolds, the lines between reality and pretend start to blur. She's not just any girl – she's the one who has me questioning everything I thought I wanted. I'm falling hard, and fast, but she's still playing the role. Can I turn this act into something real? Or will our staged romance remain just that – a performance? Discover a tale of unexpected romance and second chances in "From Fake to Forever" – where pretending leads to the most real feelings of all.