The Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds, respected, esteemed and celebrated by many... feared, cursed and despised by others.These mysterious gemstones possess an energy that can bring good fortune and protection from harm to those that possess them. Whereas for others, there is profound calamity and death. For this reason, the diamonds are known as 'fate diamonds' in different cultures. Myth or fact, magic or science? This can only be determined by the indivi...

Paulo Pineda incessantly seeks quick fortune, frequenting casinos more than he probably should. He gambles often, and loses often. He previously, and quite unexpectantly, came into possession of the notorious Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds; suddenly enjoying terrific winnings. Then, after experiencing some very disturbing events and fearing for his life, he agreed to rid himself of the diamonds.Disappointed now that he's not winning, Paulo reflects on how his luck would b...

Education for Sustainable Development in the Caribbean: Pedagogy, Processes and Practices offers a unique perspective on educational approaches to creating a sustainable world. Lorna Down and Therese Ferguson complement their theoretical discussions with practical, “real world” engagements. Case studies and current research ground teaching and learning for sustainability and enable diverse communities of learners, inside and outside of classrooms, to transform their societies....

Spanning three generations of teacher-writers, Caribbean Writers on Teaching Literature speaks to the emergence of a distinct body of teaching styles, approaches, methods and philosophy for teaching literature. Each generation enriched by the others has extended the field of literature teaching.With its collection of eighteen interviews and its insightful theoretical discussions on creative ways of teaching literature, Caribbean Writers on Teaching Literature is a...

The inspiring story of Canadian hero Rick Hansen, who wheeled around the world to raise money and awareness for people with disabilitiesIn 1973, at the age of 15, Rick Hansen was in a life-changing car accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Twelve years later, motivated by the challenges he faced, Rick embarked on the two-year-long Man In Motion World Tour, wheeling 40,075 kilometers through 34 countries on four continents.Despite the many ob...

Balloons love the moon, and a tuba loves a tune, but these don't compare to the love we have for you.Award-winning poet Lorna Crozier uses evocative rhyme, complemented by Rachelle Anne Miller's whimsical imagery, to provide babies and toddlers with common concepts that explain just how great love is.