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The Glass Castle: A Memoir 391 Points The first book by the beloved author of the new novel "The Silver Star," the extraordinary, one-of-a-kind, "nothing short of spectacular" ("Entertainment Weekly") memoir from one of the world's most gifted storytellers that has been on the "New York Times" bestseller list for more than six years. "The Glass Castle "is a remarkable memoir of resilience and redemption, and a revelatory look into a family at once deeply dysfunctional and uniquely vibrant. When sober, Jeannette's brilliant and ... Item View » |
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Of Mice and Men 306 Points A controversial tale of friendship and tragedy during the Great Depression They are an unlikely pair: George is "small and quick and dark of face"; Lennie, a man of tremendous size, has the mind of a young child. Yet they have formed a "family," clinging together in the face of loneliness and alienation. Laborers in California's dusty vegetable fields, they hustle work when they can, living a hand-to-mouth existence. For George and Lennie have a plan: to own an acre of land and a sha ... Item View » |
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The Lightning Thief 255 Points Now in paperback--the first novel of a new series that mixes classic Greek mythology with modern adventure. After learning he is a demigod, Percy Jackson is sent to a summer camp on Long Island, where he meets the father he never knew--Poseidon, god of the sea. EAN:9780786838653ISBN:0786838655Binding:PaperbackPages:377Author:Riordan, ... Item View » |
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The Boxcar Children 221 Points Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans. Determined to make it on their own, they set out to find a safe place to live. They discover an old, red boxcar that provides shelter from a storm. Against all odds, they make it into their home--and become the Boxcar Children. EAN:9780807508527ISBN:0807508527Binding:PaperbackPages:154Author: ... Item View » |
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Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss 457 Points In this modern-day fable, a woman who has suffered a terrible loss cooks up a special batch of "tear soup," blending the unique ingredients of her life into the grief process. Along the way she dispenses a recipe of sound advice for people who are in mourning. EAN:9780961519766ISBN:0961519762Binding:HardcoverPages:51Author:Schwiebert, ... Item View » |
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What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety 390 Points An interactive self-help book designed to guide 6-12 year olds and their parents through the cognitive-behavioral techniques most often used in the treatment of generalized anxiety. This book educates and motivates children to work towards change. It includes a note to parents by psychologist and author Dawn Huebner, PhD. EAN:9781591473145ISBN:1591473144Binding:Paperback ... Item View » |
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The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment 374 Points Much more than simple principles and platitudes, The Power of Now takes readers on an inspiring spiritual journey to find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality: the discovery of truth and light. In the first chapter, Tolle introduces readers to enlightenment and its natural enemy, the mind. He awakens readers to their role as a creator of pain and shows them how to have a pain-free identity by living fully in the present. The journey is thrilling, ... Item View » |
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Workbook 205 Points Based on his own "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens," this workbook is an engaging companion that allows teens to build on Covey's time-proven principles giving them the tools they need to improve self-esteem, build friendships, resist peer pressure, and strengthen themselves in many other areas. EAN:9781929494170ISBN:1929494173Binding:PaperbackPages:64 ... Item View » |
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Pocket Ref 339 Points Among the many topics covered in this handy, pocket-sized guide are air and gases, carpentry and construction, pipes, pumps, computers, electronics, geology, math, surveying and mapping, and weights and measures. Includes tables, charts, drawings, lists & formulas. EAN:9781885071620ISBN:1885071620Binding:PaperbackPages:864Author:Glove ... Item View » |
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Catholic Student Bible-NABRE 257 Points Uniquely American, this popular translation is the easiest to understand Catholic edition of the Bible. This modern translation was prepared by over 50 scholars to capture the thought and individual style of the inspired writers while still making this translation easy to use for all ages.The New American Bible is the perfect Bible for your Catholic family and friends, and these editions from Catholic World Press will make perfect gifts. It's the official Catholic Bible -- as authorize ... Item View » |
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The Fundamental 5: The Formula for Quality Instruction 647 Points The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality Instruction, shares with teachers and school leaders the five practices that every teacher can, and should, use to dramatically improve instuctional rigor and relevance, and student performance. EAN:9781456491031ISBN:1456491032Binding:PaperbackPages:120Author:Cain, SeanAu ... Item View » |
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The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement 542 Points Written in a fast-paced thriller style, 'The Goal' contains a serious message for all managers in industry and explains the ideas which underline the Theory of Constraints developed by the author. EAN:9780884271956ISBN:0884271951Edition:Revised, 30th ABinding:PaperbackPages:408Author:Goldratt, Eliyahu M. ... Item View » |
