The Rough Patch

Author : Brian Lies
Publisher : Greenwillow Books
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0062671278

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The Rough Patch by Brian Lies Pdf

A Caldecott Honor Book An ALA Notable Book A breathtakingly beautiful and luminescent book that is pitch-perfect for anyone of any age who has experienced any type of loss or disappointment, from New York Times–bestselling picture book creator Brian Lies. New York Times–bestselling author-illustrator Brian Lies has created a beautiful, accessible, and deeply personal story about friendship, loss, and renewal. The Rough Patch was awarded a Caldecott Honor and features stunning paintings from the award-winning creator of Bats at the Beach. Evan and his dog do everything together, from eating ice cream to caring for their prize-winning garden, which grows big and beautiful. One day the unthinkable happens: Evan’s dog dies. Heartbroken, Evan destroys the garden and everything in it. The ground becomes overgrown with prickly weeds and thorns, and Evan embraces the chaos. But beauty grows in the darkest of places, and when a twisting vine turns into an immense pumpkin, Evan is drawn out of his isolation and back to the county fair, where friendships—old and new—await. A deeply hopeful and positive book, The Rough Patch was awarded a Caldecott Honor and is a story about love, loss, and hope, and the healing power of friendship and nature. “Weepy and wonderful.”—Wall Street Journal

Author : Daphne de Marneffe
Publisher : Scribner
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-14
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781501118937

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The Rough Patch by Daphne de Marneffe Pdf

“Anyone grappling with the bewilderment of midlife…will be at once provoked and comforted by this enormously wise book” (Dani Shapiro, New York Times bestselling author of Hourglass: Time, Memory, Marriage), from a psychologist who has worked for decades with people struggling to preserve and enhance their marriages and long-term relationships. People today are trying to make their marriages work over longer lives than ever before. But staying married isn’t always easy. In the brilliant, transformative, and optimistic The Rough Patch, clinical psychologist Daphne de Marneffe explores the extraordinary pushes and pulls of midlife marriage, where our need to develop as individuals can crash headlong into the demands of our relationships. “A book of good intentions and helpful advice and a worthy manual for spouses” (Kirkus Reviews), The Rough Patch addresses common problems: money, alcohol and drugs, the stresses of parenthood, sex, extramarital affairs, lovesickness, health, aging, children leaving home, and dealing with elderly parents. Then, de Marneffe offers seasoned wisdom on these difficulties, explaining the psychological, emotional, and relational capacities we must cultivate to overcome them as individuals and as couples. Blending research, interviews, and clinical experience, de Marneffe dives deep into the workings of love and the structures of relationships. Intimate and always illuminating, The Rough Patch is an essential, compassionate resource for people trying to understand “where they are” on the continuum of marriage, giving them a chance to share in other people’s stories and struggles. “De Marneffe writes with poetry, wit, and compassion about the necessity of struggle in the quest for true love. Anyone in any relationship at any stage of life could stand to learn from the wisdom in these pages” (Andrew Solomon, National Book Award-winning author of Far from the Tree).

Author : Nicole Markotic
Publisher : arsenal pulp press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-22
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781551526829

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Rough Patch by Nicole Markotic Pdf

When fifteen-year-old Keira starts high school, she almost wishes she could write "Hi, my name is Keira, and I'm bisexual!" on her nametag. Needless to say, she's actually terrified to announce—let alone fully explore—her sexuality. Quirky but shy, loyal yet a bit zany, Keira navigates her growing interest in kissing both girls and boys while not alienating her BFF, boy-crazy Sita. As the two acclimate to their new high school, they manage to find lunch tablemates and make lists of the school's cutest boys. But Keira is caught "in between"—unable to fully participate, yet too scared to come clean. She's also feeling the pressure of family: parents who married too young and have differing parenting styles; a younger sister in a wheelchair from whom adults expect either too little or too much; and her popular older brother who takes pleasure in taunting Keira. She finds solace in preparing for the regional finals of figure skating, a hobby she knows is geeky and "het girl" yet instills her with confidence. But when she meets a girl named Jayne who seems perfect for her, she isn't so confident she can pull off her charade any longer. Rough Patch is an honest, heart-wrenching novel about finding your place in the world, and about how to pick yourself up after taking a spill. Nicole Markotic is a poet and novelist who teaches children's literature at the University of Windsor. This is her first young adult novel.

Author : Claudia Mills
Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011-10-25
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781429935920

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How Oliver Olson Changed the World by Claudia Mills Pdf

How Oliver Olson Changed the World is an irresistible chapter book from Claudia Mills, featuring lively illustrations by Heather Maione. Oliver Olson learns that before you can change the world, sometimes you need to change yourself. Oliver Olson's teacher is always saying that one person with a big idea can change the world. But how is Oliver supposed to change the world when his parents won't let him do anything on his own—not his class projects or even attending activities such as the space sleepover at school. Afraid he will become an outsider like ex-planet Pluto, Oliver decides to take control of his corner of the universe!

Author : Chronicle Books
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2011-03-09
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780811878777

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Everything Is Going to Be OK by Chronicle Books Pdf

A little inspiration goes a long way. It's the end of the naughties, and things are starting to look up: cropping up everywhere are messages of sincerity, optimism, and hope, and the good cheer has spread to the world of art and design. This pocket-sized volume is filled with artwork bearing mottos of encouragement and affirmation. Featuring work from a diverse roster of indie artists, designers, and crafters—including beloved figures such as Mike Perry, Marian Bantjes, Marc Johns, Enormous Champion, and Yee-Haw Industries, as well as a host of emerging new talents—this hip take on the classic cheer-you-up gift book is the perfect visual treat for anyone whose spirits need a little lift from time to time.

Author : Derick Wilder
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-25
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781797201139

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The Longest Letsgoboy by Derick Wilder Pdf

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey meets Dog Heaven in this profoundly beautiful book about the special relationship between kids and dogs, the importance of language, and finding the meaning of life even in its final days. Poignant, hopeful, and lovingly told, this dog's journey—told by the dog himself in his own unique words—proves that love abides beyond a lifetime, out of sight but never far away. As a dog and his little girl go on their final walk together, he experiences the sights, smells, and wonders of this world one last time before peacefully passing on. But for such a good boy (oh yes, he is!) and his foreverfriend, that doesn't mean it's the end. Offering a unique and noteworthy take on death, this book balances the somber topic with a dog's ever-optimistic viewpoint, all woven together with its unconventional yet fitting approach to language. Family members, librarians, art-lovers, and educators alike will use this book as an accessible and comforting introduction to the ever-difficult topic of death, discussed and related in a new way with hopeful, uplifting, innovative language. THE PERFECT BOOK TO TALK ABOUT LOSS: The perennial themes of grief, fear, and death are always relevant and classic discussion topics even in families not yet dealing with death. The perfect answer to kids' big questions about what happens when we die, this book will be a standard in every home library. CREATIVE USE OF LANGUAGE: The words in this book are incredibly special, with phrases that conjure how the dog sees the world. The enjoyable challenge of matching up "letsgoboy" to a walk or "pufftails" to rabbits will make for meaningful discussions on a parent's lap or in a classroom reading circle. TEACHES CHILDREN EMPATHY: Reading this story from the dog's perspective is the perfect way for young readers to understand that the way another character thinks and perceives the world is different from their own experience. A BEAUTIFUL DOG STORY: Ideal for readers who love dogs, want dogs, or are going through a grieving process for their family dog, this book celebrates all that is most magical about these animals who are always by our side. A COMFORTING MESSAGE: It's rare for a book about death to extend beyond the moment of dying. The continuation of the dog's story past this point makes it special and especially comforting. Perfect for: parents and caregivers, dog lovers, educators

Author : Lexi Bruce
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781538383322

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More Than Anger by Lexi Bruce Pdf

It is no secret that Anna's parents are going through a rough patch. When that rough patch turns positively volatile, Anna starts to wonder why her parents are staying together at all. Will their anger destroy everything Anna has ever known? Can Anna allow herself to fall in love when she sees how it can turn so easily to hate?

Author : Claire Alexander
Publisher : The Ploofers
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780711245471

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A Little Bit Different by Claire Alexander Pdf

Meet the ploofers. They're going to do something together, all the same, all at the same time—but wait! Who did that? Who was different? A simple and joyful story about accepting and celebrating our differences.

Author : Rabih Alameddine
Publisher : Grove Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780802157829

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The Wrong End of the Telescope by Rabih Alameddine Pdf

WINNER OF THE 2022 PEN/FAULKNER AWARD FOR FICTION By National Book Award and the National Book Critics' Circle Award finalist for An Unnecessary Woman, Rabih Alameddine, comes a transporting new novel about an Arab American trans woman's journey among Syrian refugees on Lesbos island. Mina Simpson, a Lebanese doctor, arrives at the infamous Moria refugee camp on Lesbos, Greece, after being urgently summoned for help by her friend who runs an NGO there. Alienated from her family except for her beloved brother, Mina has avoided being so close to her homeland for decades. But with a week off work and apart from her wife of thirty years, Mina hopes to accomplish something meaningful, among the abundance of Western volunteers who pose for selfies with beached dinghies and the camp's children. Soon, a boat crosses bringing Sumaiya, a fiercely resolute Syrian matriarch with terminal liver cancer. Determined to protect her children and husband at all costs, Sumaiya refuses to alert her family to her diagnosis. Bonded together by Sumaiya's secret, a deep connection sparks between the two women, and as Mina prepares a course of treatment with the limited resources on hand, she confronts the circumstances of the migrants' displacement, as well as her own constraints in helping them. Not since the inimitable Aaliya of An Unnecessary Woman has Rabih Alameddine conjured such a winsome heroine to lead us to one of the most wrenching conflicts of our time. Cunningly weaving in stories of other refugees into Mina's singular own, The Wrong End of the Telescope is a bedazzling tapestry of both tragic and amusing portraits of indomitable spirits facing a humanitarian crisis.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 061855744X

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Bats at the Beach by Anonim Pdf

Quick, call out Tell all you can reach: the night is just perfect for bats at the beach So pack your buckets, banjos, and blankets don t forget the moon-tan lotion and wing with this bunch of fuzzy bats to where foamy sea and soft sand meet. Brian Lies s enchanting art and cheery beachside verse will inspire bedtime imaginations again and again. Come visit a bedazzling world of moonlight, firelight, and . . . bats "

Author : Lee H. Coleman
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-03
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781608821983

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Depression by Lee H. Coleman Pdf

Depression is the most common mental health condition in the United States. In fact, up to one in five women and one in ten men will experience it in their lifetimes. Because it’s so prevalent, it’s sometimes called the common cold of psychiatric illnesses. Of course, this flip attitude is completely misguided. If you suffer from depression, then you know how debilitating it is, and how it can drastically affect your day-to-day life. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with depression, you probably have a few questions about the road to recovery that lies ahead. You might wonder what the best treatments are for your symptoms, how to tell if you’re making progress, and who, if anyone, you should tell about your diagnosis. In Depression: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed, you’ll find which treatments are right for you and learn what you can expect from the recovery process. You will discover simple changes to your sleep and nutrition habits that can really make a difference and learn how to monitor your progress as you start feeling better so you can adjust treatment as needed. With this guide helping you along in your recovery, you can be among the millions of people who have come back from depression stronger, healthier, and happier than before. This book is a part of New Harbinger Publications' Guides for the Newly Diagnosed series.The series was created to help people who have recently been diagnosed with a mental health condition. Our goal is to offer user-friendly resources that provide answers to common questions readers may have after receiving a diagnosis, as well as evidence-based strategies to help them cope with and manage their condition, so that they can get back to living a more balanced life. Visit www.newharbinger.com for more books in this series.

Author : Lorelei James
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1941869637

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Strong Silent Type by Lorelei James Pdf

Tough, taciturn...And a fool for letting her go... Wyoming rancher Quinn McKay was biding his time until his levelheaded wife came to her senses and called a halt to this trial separation-never believing their marital rough patch would drag on for a coon's age. Libby McKay knew when she married the gruff, laid-back cowboy that he wasn't prone to blathering on about his feelings. But three months have passed and her stubborn-as-a-mule husband is still living by himself in the horse trailer. It seems he'd rather hold onto his pride than hold onto her. When Quinn realizes Libby is determined to move on if he doesn't change, he offers her one weekend of uninterrupted sexual decadence to rekindle their love life and to hash out their differences. Reigniting the passion is easy. The hard part comes after the sheets have cooled and they find out if what remains is strong enough to survive past mistakes...

Author : Irene Livingston
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781582461380

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Finklehopper Frog Cheers by Irene Livingston Pdf

When Finklehopper Frog and Ruby Rabbit go to a picnic, their friendship helps them weather some challenges and disappointments. By the creators of Finklehopper Frog.

Author : Blake Kibler
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798717549301

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Time Served by Blake Kibler Pdf

My story is told through a fictional character, Noah - a boy who, for all his troubles, just wants to be normal. But at the age of twenty, Noah is in jail for the murder of his father. Mrs. Sheridan, his prison therapist, encourages Noah to write down the dark thoughts that pound through his brain on a daily basis. As he anxiously awaits his sentencing, he begins to write about events in his life that have led to his current situation. Noah's story is presented through his writing and a series of interviews with his therapist. It is filled with broken families, terrible choices and ugly truths as he encounters horrific physical abuse and mental abuse by those entrusted with his care. But it is also redemptive, as Noah rediscovers the grace, love and peace that ultimately saves his soul, and the people that helped him along the way.My name is Blake Kibler and I have been a teacher of children with learning disabilities for almost a decade now. When I first started writing this book it was meant to reveal some of the turmoil that my students had gone through in their lives, but it turned into something else. It turned out to be more about me and the struggles I encountered throughout my own life. My father murdered someone that was close to me when I was younger, and it affected me horribly. Writing this book allowed me to face my demons and eventually gave me the strength to forgive my father whom I haven't talked to in years. This book is mostly based on true stories from my own life but is also inspired by some of the stories I encountered as a teacher.

Author : Kathy Slack
Publisher : Robinson
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2025-02-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1472148851

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Rough Patch by Kathy Slack Pdf