In Making the Unknown Known, leading scholars throughout Texas explore the significant role women artists played in developing early Texas art from the nineteenth century through the latter part of the twentieth century. The biographies presented here allow readers to compare these women’s experiences across time as they negotiated the gendered expectations about artists in society at large and the Texas art community itself. Surveying the contributions women made to the visual ar...

For more than a decade, the widely used Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children has been helping early educators use research‐based practices to boost social‐emotional development. Now there’s a practical guide that makes it easier than ever to implement this highly effective framework in preschool classrooms.Created by the Pyramid Model developers and experts with extensive training experience, this is the first book to prov...

In her captivating collection, "The Adventures of Ann '— In Colonial Times," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman weaves a tapestry of colonial New England, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the life and trials of Ann, a spirited young girl. Written in the late 19th century, the narrative employs a rich, descriptive literary style that reflects both the intimacy of personal experience and the broader social context of colonial life. Freeman's prose is punctuated by vivid imagery and meticu...

In "Jerome, A Poor Man," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman intricately weaves a poignant narrative that illuminates the struggles of a lower-class protagonist navigating a world marked by economic hardship and social prejudice. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, Freeman's literary style is characterized by her realistic depictions, nuanced character development, and evocative prose, which seek to delve into the complexities of human emotion and societal constraints. Through ...

In "The Wind in the Rose-Bush, and Other Stories of the Supernatural," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman masterfully weaves together a collection of eerie and poignant tales that delve into the complexities of human emotion and the unknown. Rooted in the literary tradition of the late 19th century, Freeman employs a rich narrative style characterized by vivid descriptions and psychological depth, exploring themes of isolation, fear, and the supernatural. Each story invites readers to navigate t...

In Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman's poignant novella, "The Shoulders of Atlas," the narrative explores themes of personal struggle and resilience against the backdrop of a rapidly changing late 19th-century America. Freeman employs a realistic literary style characterized by meticulous attention to detail and the internal landscapes of her characters. The protagonist's journey mirrors the societal pressures faced by women of that era, highlighting the tension between individual aspirations a...

In "Jane Field," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman delves into the nuanced inner life of her protagonist, Jane, exploring themes of gender, isolation, and societal expectations in late 19th-century New England. The narrative employs a realist style, capturing the subtleties of small-town dynamics and the emotional landscapes of its characters. Freeman's keen attention to detail and her use of psychological depth create a rich tapestry that reflects both the constraints and aspirations of women'...

This book is based on an in-depth conversation between Howard Burton and Eleanor Nesbitt who is Professor Emeritus of Education Studies at University of Warwick and a poet. Eleanor Nesbitt is an expert on Hindu and Sikh culture and her interdisciplinary approach straddles religious studies, educational theory, ethnography and poetry. After inspiring insights about the time Eleanor Nesbitt spent in India and her academic path, this wide-ranging conversation provides a detailed exploration o...