A handbook for teaching Washington’s legacy, the American founding era, and responsible engagement in contemporary civic lifeCrafted by a diverse group of expert historians, museum professionals, and K–12 teachers, Learning Through George Washington is an engaging, multifaceted exploration of how to teach and learn about the American Revolutionary era. For more than twenty-five years, these educators have gathered at Mount Vernon to participate in dynamic ...

Here be dragons ... and selkies and griffins and maybe even a mermaid or two.Twenty fantasy authors band together to bring you a collection of thrilling tales and magical monsters. Do you like to slay dragons? Or befriend them? Do you prefer to meet cephalopods as gigantic kraken or adorable tree octopuses?Each story focuses around a fantastic creature from folklore or mythology, and they range from light and playful tales for the whole family to darker stories that may mak...

Unlock the secrets to financial freedom with Smart Budgeting: How to Save More, Spend Less and Live Debt-Free. This practical guide is designed for anyone who wants to take control of their finances, achieve their savings goals, and break free from the cycle of debt. Inside, you'll discover easy-to-follow strategies that can transform your financial life. Learn how to create a budget that works for your unique situation, master the art of saving, and eliminate unnecessary expenses. Whether...

Unlock the secrets behind the success of history’s greatest entrepreneurs in Entrepreneurial Legends, a powerful guide that dives deep into the stories, strategies, and mindsets of the world’s most influential founders. From groundbreaking startups to global empires, this book distills invaluable lessons from the trailblazers who transformed industries and changed the way we live and work. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply fascinated by the art o...

Discover the Real Stories behind Today’s Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs and Learn How to Build Your Own Path to Success What does it really take to launch a successful startup from scratch? Startup Success Secrets pulls back the curtain on the journeys of self-made entrepreneurs who turned bold ideas into thriving businesses, often with limited resources, no safety net, and a whole lot of determination. This book goes beyond the hype and dives into the real-world lessons that these innovator...

Are you an entrepreneur striving to turn your passion into a thriving, profitable business? Do financial challenges often leave you overwhelmed and unsure of your next move? Financial Management for Entrepreneurs is the ultimate guide designed to empower you with the financial skills and strategies critical for building and sustaining successful ventures. Inside this comprehensive guide, you’ll discover how to: • Master budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management tailored specifically...

Portfolios for Nursing, Midwifery and other Health Professions is a practical guide providing detailed strategies for developing a quality portfolio that will assist you to review your professional practice, assess your learning and career planning, direct your continuing professional development and effectively communicate your professional achievements.Written by Lynette Cusack and Morgan Smith, this fourth edition will help you understand the drivers and benefits of por...

Internal tech conferences can make a significant impact on an organisation's level of sharing, learning, and communication by accelerating multi-team learning across technology departments. The pace of change in IT means that cross-department learning is essential, and many organisations have found that an internal tech conference is an excellent way to achieve this.This book provides practical advice on how to prepare, run and follow-up on an internal tech conference, together wit...

From the very second they met, Maria knew this girl was something special. It doesn't take more than a few Tuesdays for her to fully realize just how big an impact she's going to leave on her life.

Mothers of Adult Children elucidates what happens when children come of age and leave home, creating new lives in the realms of work and relationships. Mothers from around the world learn that this is the point in which their relationships with their children must drastically change. Mothers often come to terms with the changes by accepting differences and providing moral and emotional support when needed. However, the evolutionary nature of mothers’ roles throughout the course of their ch...

There are some things you can't get rid of...your favorite pair of jeans, the worn out teddy bear, that old boyfriend who won't stay dead.What's a girl to do?________Excerpt:I didn’t know what was more dangerous...the things he said or the way his voice seeped into the crevices of my soul.Did I like him? Yes.Had I dreamt about what his lips felt like? Only a dozen times, but he wouldn’t make a good first boyfriend.He was too intense, ...

The tie that binds all Americans, regardless of their demographic background, is faith in the American system of government. This faith manifests as a form of civil, or secular, religion with its own core documents, creeds, oaths, ceremonies, and even individuals. In The Rhetoric of American Civil Religion: Symbols, Sinners, and Saints, contributors seek to examine some of those core elements of American faith by exploring the proverbial saints, sinners and dominant symbols of the American...