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Pathways to Permanence for Black, Asian and Mixed Ethnicity Children (B a for Adoption Fostering)
In the UK, social workers are required by law to consider a child’s ethnicity, along with other significant factors, when planning for and placing children in permanent placements. In practice, decisions are often made difficult by the complexity of children s heritages.Little research attention has been paid to how social workers understand and respond to ethnic differences, and local authorities have only been required to record the ethnicity of children in their care since 2001. This has revealed that minority ethnic children are less likely to be placed for adoption, and questions have been raised about whether this is because they receive a different social work service to white children, or that the emphasis on same-race matched placements restricts choice, or that there is a lack of suitable adopters.
This pioneering study explores the care pathways of minority ethnic children in three authorities in England, and considers possible differences in decision making and outcomes for them, in comparison with white children, especially in relation to permanence. It raises key questions about our understanding of ethnicity and culture and how these are reflected in social work practice, especially with regard to making permanent placements for minority ethnic children.
This book will be of considerable interest to anyone involved in adoption, from practitioners and managers to policy makers.
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Michael Balcon: The Pursuit of British Cinema
, 128 pages, illustrated throughout with monochrome photographs, Michael Powell’s personal copy, DEDICATED by Bill Johnson ( an American Architect and trustee of Museum of Modern Art) and others to Michael Powell.Read more
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Exploited: The heartbreaking true story of a teenage girl trapped in a world of abuse and violence (A Maggie Hartley Foster Carer Story)
Fourteen-year-old Hannah comes to live with foster carer Maggie Hartley after her mum pleads with Social Services to take her into care, unable to cope with her daughter anymore. Previously a good student, a loving daughter and sister, Hannah is now playing truant, drinking, and taking drugs. Angry and mistrustful, it seems that nobody can reach this troubled teenager.
Maggie is used to difficult teenagers, but Hannah’s behaviour brings into question everything Maggie has ever learnt in all her years as a foster carer. Determined to push away everyone around her away, Hannah’s life seems to be spiralling out of control. But when Hannah finally breaks down and confides a shocking secret to Maggie, the truth behind her chaotic behaviour is finally revealed.
Can Maggie help this vulnerable young girl overcome the trauma of what’s happened to her and set her free from the demons that haunt her?
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Lesbian and Gay Fostering and Adoption: Extraordinary Yet Ordinary
Very little material exists on the experiences of gay men and lesbians who have adopted, fostered or provided respite care for children. This book presents a collection of personal accounts, based on interviews and written testimonies, by lesbian and gay parents from many different social and ethnic backgrounds. Their stories record good and bad experiences, but overall, the accounts are positive and emphasise the rewards of parenting. This book will dispel a lot of misconceptions: it will also be useful to gay men and lesbians who are thinking about adopting or fostering children.Read more
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Introducing Islam: A Graphic Guide (Graphic Guides)
Islam is one of the world’s great monotheistic religions. Islamic culture, spanning 1,500 years, has produced some of the finest achievements of humanity. Yet the religion followed by a fifth of humankind is too often seen in the West in terms of fundamentalism, bigotry and violence- a perception that couldn’t be more wrong.
Introducing Islam recounts the history of Islam from the birth of Prophet Muhammad in the 6th century to its status as a global culture and political force today. Charting the achievements of Muslim civilisation, it explains the nature and message of the Qur’an, outlines the basic features of Islamic law, and assesses the impact of colonialism on Muslim societies.
Ziauddin Sardar and Zafar Abbas Malik show how Muslims everywhere are trying to live their faith and are shaping new Islamic ideas and ideals for a globalised world.Read more
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Eye for An Eye: The brand-new book club thriller that will get everyone talking
OUR MOST NOTORIOUS CRIMINALS HAVE HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.
UNTIL NOW…‘Emily’ is a devoted single mother.
‘Jack’ starts a new job in a new town.
They both share the same secret:
neither of them are who they say they are.They are among only nine criminals in the UK who have been granted lifelong anonymity, for their own safety, because of their terrible crimes.
But what if someone exposed their true identities to the families of their victims, who are desperate for revenge?
Probation officer Olivia Campbell is caught in the crossfire of this crisis – and as the search for the mole behind it all intensifies, so too does the hunt for the vigilante killers let loose by the leaks…
RIGHT OR WRONG?
CRIMINAL OR VICTIM?
REDEMPTION OR REVENGE?*****
‘A big, bold, twisting thriller’ CHRIS WHITAKER
‘A thought-provoking masterclass’ DANIEL COLE#EyeForAnEye
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Alice in Wonderland (Illustrated): The 1865 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations
Discover Lewis Carroll’s beautiful original edition, featuring over 40 high-quality illustrations and a fun quiz about Alice and her unforgettable adventures.
Originally published in 1865 as Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland the beloved Victorian classic novel has captured the hearts and imaginations of readers of all ages for generations. In this enchanting book, the curious and adventurous Alice falls down a rabbit hole and discovers a whimsical and surreal world filled with talking animals, bizarre creatures, and fantastical landscapes.
With its clever wordplay, vivid imagery, and playful storytelling, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland remains timeless classics that continue to inspire and delight readers of all ages. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves original storytelling, endless adventures, and the power of imagination.
This beautiful edition includes:
- 40+ original, first-edition, high-quality illustrations by the legendary artist John Tenniel.
- A fun quiz about the story of Alice and the main characters to complete at the end of the book.
- A beautifully designed cover to adorn your collection.
- Easy-to-read typesetting for the perfect reading experience for both children and adults.
Alice in Wonderland, one of the best classic novels for young boys and girls of all time, will be the perfect gift for young book lovers and an unmissable part of your collection!
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Elstree Studios: A Celebration of Film and Television
Elstree Studios is a lavish tribute to ninety years of film and television production. These renowned film studios have been home to some of the most successful and enduring film and television programmes produced in the UK, from Star Wars, Indiana Jones and The Avengers to The King’s Speech and TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and Big Brother.
With contributions from actors, directors and behind-the-scenes personnel, this book traces the studios’ history, from humble beginnings, through the golden age of film, tough times and the threat of closure to becoming London’s go-to film and television studio today. This fascinating history is lavishly illustrated with over 250 photographs and film stills.
Published in association with the studios, this is a celebration of world-class film and TV, and provides an intriguing insight into the past glories and hurdles faced by Elstree Studios and the film and television industry, looking forward to an exciting future.
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Phonics Bumper Book Ages 3-5: Ideal for home learning (Collins Easy Learning Preschool)
Level: EYFS
Subject: EnglishAn engaging Phonics activity bumper book to really help boost your child’s progress at every stage of their learning!
Fully in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child’s learning at home.
Combining useful English practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Phonics bumper book helps to boost your child’s confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.
Included in this book:
- questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at school
- colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home
- helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child’s learning
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iJesus: The Culture of God in a Digital World
Every aspect of life in today’s world is affected by digital technology, be it the way we communicate, travel, or shop, or even how we identify ourselves.
Christians, believing that we are created by a living personal God who revealed himself as Father, Son and Holy Spirit and came to us in Jesus Christ, try to make sense of their faith in this digital jungle.
iJesus explores the relationship between the culture of God as Trinity in relation to our highly complex digital cultures and reflects on how we as followers and disciples of Jesus Christ can live in a world shaped by digital communication, connectivity and artificial intelligence.
In the culture of the Trinity, we see a God who is the source of hospitality and generosity in everything he does and in every way that he reacts with His creation.
Nadim Nassar gives a prophetic vision of our faith interacting and being lied out in the changing cultures around us and shows how God can make himself known and understood in a digital age.
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Accident Report Book: Workplace Health & Safety | HSE Compliant Accident & Incident Record Log Book (Record All Incident In Your Business)
HSE Accident Report Book to Record All Incident In Your Business
Details:
What Inside:Accident date and Accident time
Location, Date and Time reported
Person injured / involved
Full name and Address
Details of incident / accident
Nature and extent of injuries
What action was taken ?
Witness: name, contact
Actions which could have prevented the incident
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BSL Learner: Class Tracker/Planner for BSL learners with additional Mind Map pages
British Sign Language (BSL) is a rich and varied language and the first language of over 85,000 people in this country.
As a BSL learner I designed this book to allow me to easily track what I’m learning in class and support my home practising.
This 6″ x 9″ book has 52 individual class pages with space to track:
- New vocabulary/signs (handy for particular signs to practice that week)
- Key Themes/Topics. This area could be used for writing down exam themes, handshape information, grammar points etc
- Notes/Feedback. Track feedback your tutor gives you in class or note additional points you want to remember.
- Daily Tracker. 7 checkboxes to mark off how many days you’ve practised that week.
Following the individual class pages are 9 double page spreads with a Mind-Map page on one side and a Blank Dot-Grid page on the other.
Mind Maps are an excellent way to drill down into a particular theme or topic, detail the vocabulary you know/need to know in a particular area (eg Weather, Food, Holidays etc) or plan out conversations/presentations. Each Mind-Map page consists of:
- 1 Key Theme box
- 6 Category boxes
- 16 Sub-Category boxes
- 8 blank lines for expanding on your mind map
A great gift for a BSL learner.
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At Lady Molly’s (Dance to the Music of Time Book 4)
‘He is, as Proust was before him, the great literary chronicler of his culture in his time.’ GUARDIAN
‘A Dance to the Music of Time’ is universally acknowledged as one of the great works of English literature. Reissued now in this definitive edition, it stands ready to delight and entrance a new generation of readers.
In this fourth volume, Nick Jenkins has settled comfortably into the world of art, culture and society as a London scriptwriter. When invited by a friend to spend the weekend in the country, he becomes acquainted with Isobel Tolland, the youngest sister of a large aristocratic family, and immediately decides they are destined to marry.
Meanwhile, rumours are circulating around Nick’s old friend Widmerpool’s engagement during a gathering at Lady Molly’s. As the roaring twenties fade into the austerity of the thirties, Nick and his friends face love and heartbreak as life’s dance continues to play out.
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Wedding Planner: The Ultimate Wedding Planner. Essential Tools to Plan the Perfect Wedding, Journal, Scheduling, Organizing, Supplier, Budget Planner, Checklists, Worksheets
Wedding Planner Book and Organizers
Wedding Planner | Wedding Budget | Wedding Checklist | Wedding Timeline Template | Wedding Schedule Planner | Keepsake Wedding Book
Arranging your fantasy or dream wedding has never been simpler. To make arranging your wedding both manageable and enjoyable, utilize this wedding organizer to enable you to design the day you had always wanted. Here are a couple of steps that are useful in arranging an awesome wedding in such a brief timeframe. Wedding Planner on a budgetThis Wedding Planner Book include a wedding planner checklist and agenda, comprehensive timeline, wedding budget tracker, menu planner DETAILS:
– Wedding supplier contact
* Caterer
* Ceremony venue
* Wedding planner
* Reception venue
* Cake baker
* Rehearsal dinner venue
* Makeup artist
* Hair stylist
* Dress designer / Dress shop
* Officiant
* Hotel for out of town guests
* Ceremony venue
* Photographer
* Videographer
* Rental company
* DJ / band
* Stationery designer
* Transportation
* Florist
* Welcome party venue– Detail planner organizer for Wedding : Rehearsal Dinner.
* Bride and Groom Information
* Wedding Checklist
* Wedding Budget
* Wedding Guest List
* Suppliers’ Address Book
* Guest List and Address Book
* Wedding Photos Plan
* Wedding Day Checklist– Planning schedule calendars with Yearly, monthly, weekly and daily schedule for your celebration day.
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A Sister’s Shame: Two Little Girls Trapped in a Cycle of Abuse and Neglect (A Maggie Hartley Foster Carer Story)
A heartbreaking, powerful true story from Sunday Times bestseller, Maggie Hartley, Britain’s most-loved foster carer. Perfect for fans of Cathy Glass and Casey Watson.
Foster carer Maggie Hartley is used to all manner of children arriving on her doorstep, but nothing can prepare her for sisters Billy and Bo when they arrive at her home. It is clear from the moment she sets eyes on them four-year-old Bo and seven-year-old Billy have clearly been subjected to unimaginable neglect, and it takes all of Maggie’s skills as a foster carer to try to connect with the volatile little girls, who seem far younger than their years.
Over time, the little girls slowly emerge from their shells, and Maggie begins the difficult task of trying to gain their trust. But as time goes on, it becomes clear that there is something much darker going on, something that will call into question everything Maggie has ever learned in all her years as a foster carer…
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Chinese: An Essential Grammar (Routledge Essential Grammars)
This new edition of Chinese: An Essential Grammar is an up-to-date and concise reference guide to modern Chinese (Mandarin) grammar.
Refreshingly jargon free, it presents an accessible description of the language, focusing on the real patterns of use today. This Grammar aims to serve as a reference source for the learner and user of Chinese, irrespective of level, setting out the complexities of the language in short, readable sections.
Features include:
- A new chapter on paragraph development
- Chinese characters, as well as the pinyin romanization, alongside all examples
- Literal and colloquial translations in English to illustrate language points
- detailed contents list and index for easy access to information
- A glossary of grammatical terms
It is ideal either for independent study or for students in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types.
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I’m A Sign Language Teacher – Nothing Scares Me | ASL Teacher’s Notebook: ASL Funny | Sign Language Teacher Gifts | ASL Teacher Book | Teacher Wishlist | ASL Classroom | ASL…
♥♥ Perfect gift for a sign language teacher ♥♥
About this notebook:
- Large 8.5×11 lined composition notebook
- 154 pages or 77 sheets
- Double-sided, wide ruled – 30 lines per page
- The margin on the left-hand side
- Soft matte cover
A teacher will always use a notebook and this makes for a great gift for Teacher appreciation week,
- New Teachers
- Student Teachers,
- Retiring Teachers
- Teacher end of the school year gifts
- Teacher thank you gifts
- New semester gifts
- And many, many more….
★★ Get this for yourself or your favourite teachers – Click the BUY button now ★★
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BLM Coloring Book: An Empowering Black Lives Matters, Motivational and Inspirational Quotes Colouring book, Promoting Positive Sayings, Tolerance, … | 35 Intricate Destressing…
#1 Gift For Anyone Who Stands Against Racism
Help spread awareness by gifting this Antiracist Coloring book with Motivational Quotes, to your near and dear ones.
You will find within this book, 35 beautiful illustrations ranging from simple to complex, you can choose a quick, calm-down coloring session, or a more time-intensive session.
This Anti-racism coloring book gives every voiceless person a platform full of high-quality images, powerful quotes, sayings, and empowering messages.
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For the coloring section, each page is one-sided, so you can color each arrangement without worrying about the bleed-through on the other side. You can also cut out and keep for print if you feel so inclined, the choice is yours! Don’t forget your gold gel pen!
Details
- High quality pure white paper
- Premium gloss finish cover design
- Printed single-sided on bright white paper
- Perfect for all coloring mediums
- Large format 8.5″ x 11.78″ pages
- Good paper quality for display and using a wide variety of coloring media.
We have lots of other great Coloring Books and journals, so be sure to check out our other listings by clicking on the”Skull Crafts Publication” link just below the title of this activity book.
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Legal Secretary Notebook: Lined Blank Notebook Journal, an Appreciation Thank You and Funny Gift for Legal Secretary to Write in
A Great Gift for Legal Secretary!This notebook/journal makes a memorable gift for Legal Secretary. This is the perfect way to express your gratitude to the best Legal Secretary ever. This is a perfect notebook for journaling, taking notes, writing and brainstorming, organizing.
Features:
- 6”x9”, perfect size for your backpack, desk, school, home or work.
- 120 pages of high quality paper.
- Premium matte cover design
- It can be used as a journal, notebook, diary, planner or just a composition book for school and work.
- Perfect for gel pen, ink or pencils.
- It will make a great gift for any special occasion: Christmas, Secret Santa, Birthday, Graduation, Retirement, Appreciation, etc.
Your friends will appreciate this thoughtful notebook/journal.
Get it today as a gift for yourself or your loved ones!
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Normal Women: From the Number One Bestselling Author Comes 900 Years of Women Making History
A NEW STATESMEN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023
‘A lasting work of social history’ THE TIMES
‘A genuinely new history of our nation’ DAN JONES
‘This celebration of women is a triumph of popular history’ SPECTATOR
FROM THE MULTI-MILLION BESTSELLING HISTORICAL NOVELIST COMES THE CULMINATION OF HER LIFE’S WORK
- Did you know that there are more penises than women in the Bayeux Tapestry?
- That the Peasant’s Revolt was started and propelled by women, protesting a tax on women?
- Or that celebrated naturalist Charles Darwin believed not just that women were naturally inferior to men but that they’d evolve to become ever more inferior?
These are just a few of the startling findings you will learn from reading Philippa Gregory’s Normal Women. In this ambitious and ground-breaking book, she tells the story of our nation over 900 years, but for the very first time women – some fifty per cent of the population – are no longer invisible in this history of England, but are at its beating heart.
Using research skills honed in her work as one of our foremost historical novelists, Gregory trawled through court records to find highway women, beggars and shepherdesses, through newspapers and diaries to find murderers and brides, housewives and pirates, female husbands and hermits. The ‘normal women’ you will meet in her pages went to war, ploughed the fields, campaigned, wrote, and loved. They rode in jousts, flew Spitfires, issued their own currency and built ships, corn mills and houses as part of their everyday lives They committed crimes, or treason, worshipped many gods, cooked and nursed, invented things and rioted. A lot. They built our society to be as diverse and varied as the women themselves. They are there in the archives – if you look – and they made our history.
‘You’ll lose count of the number of things you learn about women and their skewed place in history as you read Philippa Gregory’s stunning Normal Women … the book reframes the past … an essential read’ INDEPENDENT, FIVE-STAR REVIEW
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The Wheel is Spinning but the Hamster is Dead: A Journey Around the World in Idioms, Proverbs and General Nonsense
Know your tater trap from your sniffle herring in Sharp’s journey around the world in idioms, proverbs and general nonsense – the perfect gift for Christmas
‘Brilliant, hilarious fun from a master wordsmith – you will LOVE this book’ Kit de Waal
‘Extremely entertaining and very useful for new insults’ Russell Kane
‘Utter genius’ Marian Keyes
‘Brilliant’ Brian BilstonJoin wordsmith Adam Sharp as he journeys around the world in idioms, proverbs and general nonsense. Learn unusual insults from France (You are a potato with the face of a guinea pig), how to hurry someone up in the US (You’re going as slow as molasses in January) and what they call a shark in Vietnam (fat fish).
Full of fascinating, ridiculous and hilarious translations from around the world, Adam has rounded up the very best of what every corner of the globe has to offer.
Let’s get this show on the road! Or:
Let’s saddle the chickens! (German)
On with the butter! (Icelandic)
Forward with the goat! (Dutch)Read more
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Landlines: The No 1 Sunday Times bestseller about a thousand-mile journey across Britain from the author of The Salt Path
THE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SALT PATH AND THE WILD SILENCE FOR ALL ARMCHAIR TRAVELLERS . . .
Join Raynor and Moth on their remarkable 1000-mile walk from Scotland to the South West Coast Path in this powerful account of our country’s land, and the people that make it
‘An inspirational story of love and endurance’ TELEGRAPH
‘Another heartwarming odyssey, this time on one of the wildest walks in Britain’ GUARDIAN
‘Raynor Winn has done it again. An inspiration’ ISABELLA TREE
‘A tale of remarkable resilience and nature writing at its best’ iSome people live to walk. Raynor and Moth walk to live . . .
_____________Raynor knows that her husband Moth’s health is declining, getting worse by the day. She knows of only one cure: the healing power of walking.
Embarking on a journey across the Cape Wrath Trail, over 200 miles of gruelling terrain through Scotland’s remotest mountains and lochs, Raynor and Moth look to an uncertain future. Fearing that miracles don’t often repeat themselves.
But for all the physical struggle, there is healing. And so when their journey ends, they do what they know best: they keep walking . . .
Their journey began in fear. But can it end in hope?
From the glens of Scotland to the familiar shores of the South West Coast Path, this is the inspiring story of a thousand-mile journey and love letter to our land.
_____________‘As well as a portrait of a telepathic marriage of true minds, and a snapshot of a fretful island, this is a soaring lament and a tub-thumping tirade – for all that is being lost, for all that may yet be saved’ TELEGRAPH
‘An inspiring and beautifully written story of hope and healing . . . We, her readers, are privileged to walk alongside her’ COUNTRYFILE
‘Fans of The Salt Path will love this moving continuation of Raynor and her husband Moth’s journey . . . Alongside beautiful nature writing, there are thought-provoking observations on our countryside and the threat it is under’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
PRAISE FOR RAYNOR WINN:
‘A beautiful, thoughtful, lyrical story of homelessness, human strength and endurance’ GUARDIAN
‘An astonishing narrative’ INDEPENDENT
‘A tale of triumph: of hope over despair; of love over everything’ SUNDAY TIMES
‘The most inspirational book of this year’ THE TIMES
‘A beautiful, luminous and magical piece of writing’ RACHEL JOYCE
‘You feel the world is a better place because Raynor and Moth are in it’ THE TIMES
‘An uplifting, illuminating read’ DAILY MIRROR
‘Brilliant, powerful and touching’ STEPHEN MOSS*No 1 Sunday Times bestseller May 2023*
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BLM Notebook: Black Lives Matter Notebook
Black Lives Matter inspired Journal / Notebook.
6″x9″ inch Notebook.
23.5cm x 31.8cm Notebook.This Unique and Inspiring Notebook is sure to bring confidence in your stride. 120 6” x 9” Lined Pages. This lined notebook is as practical as it is cool! And is the ideal size for lined journals for kids, teens and adults, to write in and makes an excellent birthday journal notebook gift.
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Normal Teacher Dance Teacher: Teacher Notebook , Journal or Planner for Dance Teacher Gift,Thank You Gift for Teachers to Show Your Gratitude During … Weekr, Gift Idea for…
A Wonderful Teacher Gift Under 10.00!
This extra special teacher appreciation notebook or journal is the perfect way to express your gratitude to the best teacher ever!
Instead of a boring thank you card, surprise your teacher.
Here’s a wonderful present for teachers to show your gratefulness and appreciation!Make them feel how special they are by giving them a teacher notebook that is specially made for them. With an inspirational teacher quote on a soft matte cover filled with more than 109 pages of writing,8.5 x 11 inch, this teacher journal will remind them that their work and influence on their students’ lives are remembered.This Funny Teacher Appreciation gift makes makes the perfect minimalistic notebook for any great Teachers at school for Birthdays, Holidays, or big events such as Christmas or retirement.
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Normal Teacher Dance Teacher: Teacher Notebook , Journal or Planner for Dance Teacher Gift,Thank You Gift for Teachers to Show Your Gratitude During … Weekr, Gift Idea for…
A Wonderful Teacher Gift Under 10.00!
This extra special teacher appreciation notebook or journal is the perfect way to express your gratitude to the best teacher ever!
Instead of a boring thank you card, surprise your teacher.
Here’s a wonderful present for teachers to show your gratefulness and appreciation!Make them feel how special they are by giving them a teacher notebook that is specially made for them. With an inspirational teacher quote on a soft matte cover filled with more than 109 pages of writing,8.5 x 11 inch, this teacher journal will remind them that their work and influence on their students’ lives are remembered.This Funny Teacher Appreciation gift makes makes the perfect minimalistic notebook for any great Teachers at school for Birthdays, Holidays, or big events such as Christmas or retirement.
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I’m Rich, You’re Poor: How to Give Social Media a Reality Check
The world is full of books about how to be rich. This is not one of them.
Today, many of us are feeling the pinch – and being bombarded with portrayals of social media ‘perfection’ is making that pinch feel more like a punch.
We may know that social media – with all its billionaires and beauty queens – is just a highlight reel. So why is it still making most of us feel so low?
Comedian Shabaz Ali wants to help you see the funny side of social media again. Because while it looks nice to live up in an ivory tower, this book reminds us that it is much more fun to be part of the baying mob that surrounds it.
This laugh-out-loud deep-dive into social media’s ridiculously rich, will help you love your own penny-pinched, rough-around-the-edges, extraordinarily ordinary life.
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The View from the Train: Cities and Other Landscapes
In his classic sequence of films, Patrick Keiller retraces the hidden story of the places where we live, the cities and landscapes of our everyday lives. This collection explores the surrealist perception of the city; the relationship of architecture to film; how cities change over time, as well as an urgent portrait of post-crash Britain. The View from the Train establishes Keiller as one of the most perceptive writers and thinkers about the city, landscape and politics.Read more
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Wise Words from Black Icons: Quotes to Empower, Uplift and Inspire
The world is full of Black heroes whose talent, strength and vision should inspire us all. From sporting greats and pioneering writers to world leaders, this collection showcases empowering quotes and life advice from amazing Black icons, from Michelle Obama to Maya Angelou, and from Martin Luther King Jr to Ta-Nehisi Coates and Stormzy. Their wise words are a timeless reminder to break down barriers and believe in ourselves, as we stride in the direction of our dreams.
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Islamic History: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
Does history matter? This book argues not that history matters, but that Islamic history does. This Very Short Introduction introduces the story of Islamic history; the controversies surrounding its study; and the significance that it holds – for Muslims and for non-Muslims alike.Opening with a lucid overview of the rise and spread of Islam, from the seventh to twenty first century, the book charts the evolution of what was originally a small, localised community of believers into an international religion with over a billion adherents.
Chapters are also dedicated to the peoples – Arabs, Persians, and Turks – who shaped Islamic history, and to three representative institutions – the mosque, jihad, and the caliphate – that highlight Islam’s diversity over time.Finally, the roles that Islamic history has played in both religious and political contexts are analysed, while stressing the unique status that history enjoys amongst Muslims, especially compared to its lowly place in Western societies where history is often seen as little more than something that is not to be repeated.
Some of the questions that will be answered are:
· How did Islam arise from the obscurity of seventh century Arabia to the headlines of twenty first century media?
· How do we know what we claim to know about Islam’s rise and development?
· Why does any of this matter, either to Muslims or to non-Muslims?ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Be More Japan: The Art of Japanese Living
In love with all things Japan or looking to absorb a little Japanese wisdom into your daily life?
From the philosophies of ikigai and wabi sabi to kitsch karaoke nights and futuristic robot restaurants; traditional tea ceremonies and tranquil onsen dwellings to cosplay culture and J-Pop megastars; Japan is full of intriguing contradictions.
Though renowned for its ultramodern capital Tokyo – a sprawling neon-lit metropolis straight from the pages of a science fiction novel – Japan is still deeply rooted in ancient tradition. And while the country runs with clockwork precision, the cultural life of the inhabitants is transformed with the changing of the seasons, a testament to the enduring power of nature’s rhythms.
With each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan unlocks the secrets behind modern Japanese living – whether you’re eating sushi in London or enjoying the cherry blossoms in San Francisco. And if you’re dreaming of a future trip to Japan (or awaiting the 2021 Olympics) this book will get you closer to your destination before you’ve even departed.
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Where’s My Mummy?: Louisa’s heart-breaking true story of family, loss and hope (A Maggie Hartley Foster Carer Story)
From Sunday Times bestseller and Britain’s most-loved foster carer, Maggie Hartley, comes a new heartbreaking, powerful true story.
‘Mum and Dad. Gone?’ asked Louisa.
‘Yes,’ I nodded. ‘They’re gone.’After a horrific car crash, thirteen-year-old Louisa is left fighting for her life in hospital. She wakes to find that her loving, happy family has been shattered overnight, with both of her parents now dead. With no one to care for her, Louisa is entirely alone.
Britain’s most-loved foster carer Maggie Hartley is called in to help Louisa cope with her devastating new life. Can Maggie find a way to bond with Louisa, overwhelmed with anger and grief? Or will she regret making decisions that will affect both her and Louisa for the rest of their lives?
This is their powerful true story of love, family and connection.
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Will I Ever Pee Alone Again?: Poems for mums
‘Please stop staring at me whilst I’m on the loo
I simply want a peaceful poo.’
In this uplifting, funny and giftable collection of poems, general force for good Emma Conway explores motherhood in all its glory. A mum to two young humans herself, she revisits the days of potty training and toddler tantrums, deep-dives into first days of school and watching your babies grow into little people, and writes frankly about life after having kids, embracing the mum bod and giving zero sods.
Written with huge amounts of warmth and love (and just the right amount of cynicism), this is the reassuring hug-in-a-book all mums need.
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Pantheon: Gods and Goddesses of the Greco-Roman World (Wooden Books U.K. Series)
How many Muses are there? Who were the original twelve Titans? Why is Zeus (Jupiter) associated with power stations, and Poseidon (Neptune) with salt-cellars? Who were Aphrodite’s (Venus’) handmaidens? In this beautiful little book, packed with helpful details and rare early illustrations, picture-researcher Philippa Lewis reveals the fabulous deities of the Classical world, their colourful characters, memorable stories and visual attributes, showing how the immortals live on even today.Read more
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How to Talk so Teens will Listen & Listen so Teens will Talk
From the widely-acclaimed HOW TO TALK series, discover the tools to combat the often stormy years of adolescence.Packed with practical, accessible advice and guidelines, both parents and teens will learn how to:
· Engage cooperation
· Take appropriate action
· Avoid lectures
· Express your feelings and understand each other
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Social Media Marketing Specialist Coloring Book. Funny Unique Snarky Adult Coloring Book of Creative Supportive Quotes for Advertising Agency Coworker … Idea for Appreciation….
Are you looking for a gift which is perfect for Marketer or Advertiser? Want to relax from the stress of a marketing job?
Packed with stunning, high-quality illustrations, this unique marketer coloring book features detailed images with a wide range of motivational, humorous comments and sayings about sales and customer service.
It is designed to provide hours of coloring enjoyment, as well as help you practice mindfulness and relieve anxiety. It features relatable and hilarious phrases which all marketing coworker will agree with! Phrases include:
- My accountant asked me “What’s your net pay?” So I said, “About 2 cents per click.
- I made a joke about organic reach on Facebook… nobody got it.
- Advertising Manager Definition: someone who does precision guesswork based on unreliable data provided by those of questionable knowledge.
It is a perfect gift for coworkers and managers to thank them for their dedication and endless patience. And it also helps sparkle your creativity and experience the benefits of mindfulness.
In this book, you will find:
- All pictures are printed on high-quality paper
- You can use pencil, pen, or marker without the worry of bleed-through
- Single-sided coloring pages to prevent bleed-through and allow you to easily remove and frame your favorites
- A combination of simple and intricate designs to accommodate every skill level
- And hours upon hours of coloring enjoyment and meditative relaxation
- A great gift for Birthdays, Christmas or other Festivals. Give your friend a present that will surprise them
This book makes a fantastic funny gift idea for a marketer or advertising agent. So if you have a family member or friend who works in a marketing company, they will be sure to love this adult coloring book!
Buy now and start coloring today!
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Hollywood Word Search Puzzle: Challenging Puzzle Brain book For Adults and Seniors, More than 1500 words about Hollywood, Gifts For Christmas Birthday
This word search puzzle book is perfect for adults , Seniors & Teens who like word puzzles.Features of the book:
- 1500+ challenging words to find !
- 80+ themed puzzles on a variety of topics
- High-quality illustrations and paper
- Beautiful soft mate cover, With Big size 8.5×11 inch: Large Print – Anti – Eye strain for Adults, Seniors.
- If you do not know an answer or you may be tired, you have the solutions at the end of the book. It is great for both beginners and advanced Hours of fun!
This is a beautiful & cute gift for anyone at any age who needs to keep their brain active & mind relaxed!
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Phonics Book for 5-6 Year Olds: Bumper Phonics Activity Book for Year 1 – KS1 | Practice Letters, Sounds, Words, Tracing and Handwriting
Is your child learning to read and write? Are you looking for a fun and educational book that follows the official National Curriculum in England for ages 5-6? Well, look no further!
Phonics is the process of learning how to pronounce different sounds to form words and then sentences. This is essential to helping children learn reading and writing skills.
Reading, writing, and practicing the alphabet are exciting activities for your child, and you as their parent/guardian can also be part of it! To make sure that learning together is fun and doesn’t end in frustration, you need the right materials so you can guide and nurture your child’s learning process.
This book was designed and optimised specifically for young children. It’s full of colourful, fun activities that will make your child WANT to learn. This exercise book follows the official National Curriculum for kids aged 5-6, so you can make sure your child is well-prepared for school.
While most other books in this category only feature around 30 pages, this book offers an incredible 72 pages of comprehensive phonics activities – so you get the best value for money on the market!
There is plenty of practice for the sounds learnt in Year 1 and also a recap of those learnt in Reception. Also included are new concepts such as split diagraphs and alternative pronunciations of the sounds learnt, as well as more practice of ‘tricky’ words that are common but don’t follow normal phonetic rules. There is also a raft of interactive and fun activities, such as mazes, match ups, word searches, cut-out flash cards and much more.
Also included are handwriting and tracing pages for forming letters and reading practice as well as a beginner introduction into sentences and paragraphs for reading skills.
The structure and order of the activities in this workbook have been carefully designed to support a child’s natural learning progress in the best possible way.
Key features of this book include:
- All letters and most sounds of the English alphabet
- 72 pages of full-colour activities
- Tracing and handwriting
- Rhyming, split diagraphs, tricky words, alternative pronunciations
- Cut-your-own flash cards
- Activities: mazes, spot the difference, and word searches
- Aligned to the official National Curriculum for ages 5-6
- Year 1 – P2 – KS1
- AND MUCH MORE!
“Phonics Book for 5-6 Year Olds” is the ultimate guide to reading and writing for children aged 5-6. This easy-to-follow workbook with interactive activities is the perfect learning companion for any parent/guardian looking to help their child take the next steps in their education.
So, what are you waiting for? Click “Buy Now” and you and your child can start learning all the fun of reading and writing together!
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The Smart Branding Book: How to build a profitable and resilient brand (Concise Advice)
Most businesses today can readily access the required technology and talent to match competitors’ innovations and ideas quickly, making products and services similar to one another. In the modern business environment, companies instead need to build brands that consumers recognize and trust if they’re looking for sustainable, profitable growth.
This book presents in a concise fashion the latest thinking and methods for successful branding. Clear and accessible, it contains real-life examples from business, practical frameworks, and inspiring illustrations. It explains what branding really is, why a brand is so critical to success in business, and how to maximize the growth of your current and future products/services through branding.
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Hollywood: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
In this engaging and readable book, Peter Decherney tells the story of Hollywood, from its nineteenth-century origins to the emergence of internet media empires. He recounts how the studio system rose out of the ashes of Thomas Edison’s trust to create the handful of companies that have dominated global screens and imaginations for more than 100 years. Throughout, he reveals that the elements we take to be a natural part of the Hollywood experience–stars, genre-driven storytelling, blockbuster franchises, etc.–are really the product of cultural, political, and commercial forces.In many ways, Hollywood has remained the same for over a century. It has always been a global industry based in the U.S., and its storytelling has always unfolded across media, adapting plays, book, and comics and spinning off product tie-ins, television series, and social media campaigns. But major events have also continually remade Hollywood. The studios have weathered wars, disruptive new technologies, and competition by adopting a strategy of risk management and assimilation. This book explores the challenges of new technologies, including sound, home video, and computer graphics. And it examines Hollywood’s responses to World War II, independent film movements, and regulations imposed by Washington.
Hollywood: A Very Short Introduction is filled with discussions of well-known movies, stars, and directors, encapsulating the past century of research on Hollywood while adding many original insights and stories. It is the perfect introduction for readers who want to better understand the history and functioning of our screen-saturated world.
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The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Read more
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Disney Tinkerbell 2024 Calendar, Month To View Slim Wall Calendar, Official Product
2024 Disney Tinkerbell Slim Calendar. Each month contains stunning illustrative pictures of everyone’s favourite Disney Fairy Tinkerbell along with inspirational quotes. The format of this calendar is ideal for smaller wall spaces but still has plenty of space for your notes and appointments for 2024.
Product Dimensions: 420 X 149 MM
Danilo is the leading publisher of officially licensed calendars, diaries, greeting cards, gift wrap and gift bags in the UK. We are a family run company that’s been operating for more than 40 years. Our licenses range from baby to adult. All the paper we use is responsibly sourced and we only work with suppliers and manufacturers that meet our stringent ethical requirements.
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