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The Dad Dialogues

Author : George Bowering,Charles Demers
Publisher : arsenal pulp press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-21
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781551526638

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The Dad Dialogues by George Bowering,Charles Demers Pdf

In this unique book of correspondence, two men from different generations write to each other about the burdens, anxieties, and singular joys of parenthood. Thirtysomething Charles Demers and 80-year-old George Bowering are both celebrated authors and the best of friends, and soon both will be the fathers of daughters. The letters begin as Charles and his wife discover they will become parents; he expresses his hopes and fears of impending fatherhood, compounded by his OCD and his own father's illness, while George recalls his own experiences raising a daughter in the 1970s and his own anxieties about bringing a child into a troubled world. Together, their thoughtful, funny, candid missives reveal what fathers know (or don't know) about raising daughters, as well as themselves and each other. Their combined observations make for a passionate, funny and moving portrait of fatherhood in all its imperfect, beautiful glory. George Bowering is Canada's first poet laureate and an officer of the Order of Canada. He is the author of more than eighty books, the most recent of which include The Hockey Scribbler, Writing the Okanagan, and Pinboy. He lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Charles Demers is a comedian, performer, and writer. His previous books are The Horrors (Douglas & McIntyre) and Vancouver Special (Arsenal). He lives in Vancouver, where he teaches writing at the University of British Columbia.

Sh*t My Dad Says

Author : Justin Halpern
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010-05-04
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780062002945

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“This book is ridiculously hilarious, and makes my father look like a normal member of society.” —Chelsea Handler “Read this unless you’re allergic to laughing.” —Kristen Bell “If you’re wondering if there is a real man behind the quotes on Twitter, the answer is a definite and laugh-out-loud yes.” —Christian Lander, New York Times bestselling author of Stuff White People Like Tuesdays with Morrie meets F My Life in this hilarious book about a son’s relationship with his foul-mouthed father by the 29-year-old comedy writer who created the massively popular Twitter feed of the same name.

Dad Is Fat

Author : Jim Gaffigan
Publisher : Three Rivers Press (CA)
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Families
ISBN : 9781524763251

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Dad Is Fat by Jim Gaffigan Pdf

"In Dad is Fat, stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan, who's best known for his legendary riffs on Hot Pockets, bacon, manatees, and McDonald's, expresses all the joys and horrors of life with five young children--everything from cousins ("celebrities for little kids") to toddlers' communication skills ("they always sound like they have traveled by horseback for hours to deliver important news"), to the eating habits of four year olds ("there is no difference between a four year old eating a taco and throwing a taco on the floor"). Reminiscent of Bill Cosby's Fatherhood, Dad is Fat is sharply observed, explosively funny, and a cry for help from a man who has realized he and his wife are outnumbered in their own home"--

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Author : Mark Haddon
Publisher : Anchor Canada
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307371560

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A bestselling modern classic—both poignant and funny—narrated by a fifteen year old autistic savant obsessed with Sherlock Holmes, this dazzling novel weaves together an old-fashioned mystery, a contemporary coming-of-age story, and a fascinating excursion into a mind incapable of processing emotions. Christopher John Francis Boone knows all the countries of the world and their capitals and every prime number up to 7,057. Although gifted with a superbly logical brain, Christopher is autistic. Everyday interactions and admonishments have little meaning for him. At fifteen, Christopher’s carefully constructed world falls apart when he finds his neighbour’s dog Wellington impaled on a garden fork, and he is initially blamed for the killing. Christopher decides that he will track down the real killer, and turns to his favourite fictional character, the impeccably logical Sherlock Holmes, for inspiration. But the investigation leads him down some unexpected paths and ultimately brings him face to face with the dissolution of his parents’ marriage. As Christopher tries to deal with the crisis within his own family, the narrative draws readers into the workings of Christopher’s mind. And herein lies the key to the brilliance of Mark Haddon’s choice of narrator: The most wrenching of emotional moments are chronicled by a boy who cannot fathom emotions. The effect is dazzling, making for one of the freshest debut in years: a comedy, a tearjerker, a mystery story, a novel of exceptional literary merit that is great fun to read.

The Glass Castle

Author : Jeannette Walls
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2007-01-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781416544661

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The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls Pdf

A triumphant tale of a young woman and her difficult childhood, The Glass Castle is a remarkable memoir of resilience, redemption, and a revelatory look into a family at once deeply dysfunctional and wonderfully vibrant. Jeannette Walls was the second of four children raised by anti-institutional parents in a household of extremes.

Your Dad Will Do

Author : Katee Robert
Publisher : Trinkets and Tales LLC
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Your Dad Will Do by Katee Robert Pdf

I’ve been harboring a dark secret for two long years. I’ve been fantasizing about my fiancé’s father, thinking filthy thoughts that a good daughter-in-law should not be indulging in. So when I catch my fiancé cheating on me, there’s only one revenge that will fulfill all my needs. I’m going to seduce his father. It’s dirty and it’s wrong, and I don’t care. I want him, so I mean to have him. After this weekend, my ex won’t be the only one who calls his father Daddy. In Your Dad Will Do, you'll find: - Revenge sex - (former) Father-In-Law - Daddy Stuff - Age Gap Romance

The Crossover

Author : Kwame Alexander
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780544107717

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New York Times bestseller ∙ Newbery Medal Winner ∙Coretta Scott King Honor Award ∙2015 YALSA 2015 Top Ten Best Fiction for Young Adults∙ 2015 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers ∙Publishers Weekly Best Book ∙ School Library Journal Best Book∙ Kirkus Best Book "A beautifully measured novel of life and line."--The New York Times Book Review "With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . .The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all that quivering. Cuz tonight I'm delivering, " announces dread-locked, 12-year old Josh Bell. He and his twin brother Jordan are awesome on the court. But Josh has more than basketball in his blood, he's got mad beats, too, that tell his family's story in verse, in this fast and furious middle grade novel of family and brotherhood from Kwame Alexander. Josh and Jordan must come to grips with growing up on and off the court to realize breaking the rules comes at a terrible price, as their story's heart-stopping climax proves a game-changer for the entire family.

Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters

Author : Meg Meeker
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006-09-30
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781596980372

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Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Meg Meeker Pdf

Inspiration for the motion picture streaming on Pure Flix! Drawing on her thirty years' experience practicing pediatric and adolescent medicine, teen health expert Dr. Meg Meeker explains why an active father figure is maybe the single most important factor in a young woman's development. In this invaluable guide, Meeker shows how a father can be both counsel and protector for his daughter as she grows into a spiritually and mentally strong young woman. From cradling his newborn to walking her down the aisle, a father must relish his paramount responsibility—guiding the course of his daughter’s life. Meeker reveals • how a man can become a "strong father" • how a father's guidance influences every part of a woman's life, from her self-respect to her perspective on drugs, alcohol, and sex • how to lay down ground rules that are respected without creating distance in your relationship with your daughter • why you need to be your daughter's hero • the mistakes most fathers make and their serious consequences • how to help daughters make their own good decisions and avoid disastrous mistakes • how a father's faith will influence his daughter's spiritual development • how to get through to you daughter, even during her toughest don't-talk-to-me years • true stories of daughters who were on the wrong path—and how their fathers helped to bring them back Learn how to grow, strengthen, or rebuild your relationship with your daughter to better both your life and hers in the bestselling Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know.

The Surprising Power of Liberating Structures

Author : Henri Lipmanowicz,Keith McCandless
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0615975305

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The Surprising Power of Liberating Structures by Henri Lipmanowicz,Keith McCandless Pdf

Smart leaders know that they would greatly increase productivity and innovation if only they could get everyone fully engaged. So do professors, facilitators and all changemakers. The challenge is how. Liberating Structures are novel, practical and no-nonsense methods to help you accomplish this goal with groups of any size. Prepare to be surprised by how simple and easy they are for anyone to use. This book shows you how with detailed descriptions for putting them into practice plus tips on how to get started and traps to avoid. It takes the design and facilitation methods experts use and puts them within reach of anyone in any organization or initiative, from the frontline to the C-suite. Part One: The Hidden Structure of Engagement will ground you with the conceptual framework and vocabulary of Liberating Structures. It contrasts Liberating Structures with conventional methods and shows the benefits of using them to transform the way people collaborate, learn, and discover solutions together. Part Two: Getting Started and Beyond offers guidelines for experimenting in a wide range of applications from small group interactions to system-wide initiatives: meetings, projects, problem solving, change initiatives, product launches, strategy development, etc. Part Three: Stories from the Field illustrates the endless possibilities Liberating Structures offer with stories from users around the world, in all types of organizations -- from healthcare to academic to military to global business enterprises, from judicial and legislative environments to R&D. Part Four: The Field Guide for Including, Engaging, and Unleashing Everyone describes how to use each of the 33 Liberating Structures with step-by-step explanations of what to do and what to expect. Discover today what Liberating Structures can do for you, without expensive investments, complicated training, or difficult restructuring. Liberate everyone's contributions -- all it takes is the determination to experiment.

The Marrow Thieves

Author : Cherie Dimaline
Publisher : DCB
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-05-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781770864870

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Just when you think you have nothing left to lose, they come for your dreams. Humanity has nearly destroyed its world through global warming, but now an even greater evil lurks. The indigenous people of North America are being hunted and harvested for their bone marrow, which carries the key to recovering something the rest of the population has lost: the ability to dream. In this dark world, Frenchie and his companions struggle to survive as they make their way up north to the old lands. For now, survival means staying hidden — but what they don't know is that one of them holds the secret to defeating the marrow thieves.

9th International Workshop on Spoken Dialogue System Technology

Author : Luis Fernando D'Haro,Rafael E. Banchs,Haizhou Li
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789811394430

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9th International Workshop on Spoken Dialogue System Technology by Luis Fernando D'Haro,Rafael E. Banchs,Haizhou Li Pdf

This book presents the outcomes of the 9th International Workshop on Spoken Dialogue Systems (IWSDS), “Towards creating more human-like conversational agent technologies”. It compiles and provides a synopsis of current global research to push forward the state of the art in dialogue technologies, including advances in the context of the classical problems of language understanding, dialogue management and language generation, as well as cognitive topics related to the human nature of conversational phenomena, such as humor, empathy and social context understanding and awareness.

Discourse, Dialogue and Technology Enhanced Learning

Author : Rachel Pilkington
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317429104

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Discourse, Dialogue and Technology Enhanced Learning by Rachel Pilkington Pdf

Discourse, Dialogue and Technology Enhanced Learning is invaluable to all those wanting to explore how dialogic processes work and how we facilitate them. Dialogue is an important learning tool and it is by understanding how language affects us and how we use language to encourage, empathise, inquire, argue and persuade that we come closer to understanding processes of change in ourselves and our society. Most researchers in Education will find themselves interpreting some form of data in the form of words; whether these words be explanations, conversations, narrations, reflections, debates or interviews and whether they are conducted through digital media or face-to-face. Discourse, textual or spoken, is therefore central to researching education. Each chapter focuses on the ways in which alternative levels of discourse analysis provide tools for the researcher, enabling insights into the way language works in learning, teaching practice and wider society. Drawing on the author’s own ‘DISCOUNT’ discourse analysis coding scheme and including a wide range of dialogue examples, this book covers: Why Dialogue? The Role of Dialogue in Education. Debate: Learning to Argue and Arguing to Learn Towards Meaning-Making: Inquiry, Narrative and Experience The Role of the Significant Other: Facilitation, Scaffolding and Mediation Inclusion, Collaboration and Community Media, Mode and Digital Literacy Researching Voices and Texts Discourse, Dialogue and Technology Enhanced Learning will be an essential resource for all students, educators and educational researchers who have an interest in the role of discourse in educational contexts.

Celebrating Dads

Author : Ola Akinmade
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1520356471

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Celebrating Dads by Ola Akinmade Pdf

Celebrating Dads: 365 Quotes, Thoughts and Sayings. Everyone can relate to the feeling of love and affection for fathers enthused in this compilation. With each quote comes a profound message about Fatherhood. These quotes will put a smile on a father's face; remind him of how great and wonderful he is. Thats why this quote book is a must have.This will make a unique gift for fathers on fathers day, birthday. A must have for all men, dad, granddad, family and friends. Quotes can be thought provoking; it can evoke emotions in us i.e it can make us think, laugh and most importantly be motivated as quotes help paints a broader picture of other people's thoughts and experiences.

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

Author : Sherman Alexie
Publisher : Random House
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781448188567

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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie Pdf

An all-new edition of the tragicomic smash hit which stormed the New York Times bestseller charts, now featuring an introduction from Markus Zusak. In his first book for young adults, Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist who leaves his school on the Spokane Indian Reservation to attend an all-white high school. This heartbreaking, funny, and beautifully written tale, featuring poignant drawings that reflect the character's art, is based on the author's own experiences. It chronicles contemporary adolescence as seen through the eyes of one Native American boy. 'Excellent in every way' Neil Gaiman Illustrated in a contemporary cartoon style by Ellen Forney.

77 Real Life English Dialogues with 500 Most Common English Words

Author : Camille Hanson
Publisher : Learn English with Camille
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-06
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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77 Real Life English Dialogues with 500 Most Common English Words by Camille Hanson Pdf

How many words does it take to become basic conversational? 500 words. That’s it! In this book, you’ll read, listen and practice using the 500 most common American English words in the context of 77 real life dialogues. You’ll be exposed to the 500 words at least 4 times throughout the book. This book includes: - 77 “Bite-sized” English Dialogues using the 500 words in context - Made for English as a second language learners and teachers (ESL) - 77 FREE Audio Dialogues in Normal and Slow Speed - 500 Word Dictionary with Example Sentences - 6 Dialogues sections to help you stay organized in your learning. - List of 500 Of The Most Commonly Used Words In USA English After reading, listening, studying and speaking these Real Life English dialogues, you'll be on your way to sounding more native and speaking with confidence in a variety of situations. Buy this key English learning (ESL) resource today!