Larry Sabato, one of the leading experts in American politics, has brought together respected journalists and academics from across the political spectrum to examine every facet of the 2012 election, and what its development and outcome will mean for the nation moving forward. In frank, accessible prose, each author offers insight that goes beyond the headlines, and dives into the underlying forces and shifts that drove the election from its earliest developments to its dramatic conclusion...

The 2014 midterm election was one of the most significant in recent memory, with a decisive turning of the tables in favor of Republicans. With a now-Republican-controlled Senate and House at odds with a Democratic president with only two years left in office, the fault lines within and between both parties have never been more tenuous. In this book, prominent elections scholar and political commentator Larry J. Sabato brings together respected journalists and experts from across the polit...

A ready-to-use toolkit for delivering high-value training in any scenarioThe Trainer's Handbook is a comprehensive manual for designing, developing, and delivering effective and engaging training. Based on the feedback of workshop participants, readers, and instructors, this new third edition has been expanded to provide guidance toward new technologies, leadership training, distance learning, blended learning, and other increasingly common issues, with ne...

This Treasure Box book is packed full of valuable resources from bestselling and award-winning author, trainer, organizational consultant, and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Karen Treisman,It shows you how to weave a deep understanding of trauma and adversity into the daily practice and the whole fabric of your organization. Every chapter features an array of colour photocopiable worksheets, downloadable materials, practical ideas, reflective questions, and exercises ready to use both i...

This comprehensive reflective resource explores the values, principles and practical applications of trauma-informed and -infused health care.Trauma-Informed Health Care introduces the different types of trauma - including medical and health trauma - and the impact of adversities, social inequalities and stressors. It explores their effects on health and the body, and on people's relationships with health providers. Key issues addressed include the importance of cultural humility, ...

The man of my dreams is still in love with my sister, his ex-fiancée.By 1894, he'd had enough time to forget about my older sister and start noticing me. He reminds me so much of Papa. A man with a strong faith in God. A horse trainer. All my efforts, like baking extra treats just for him, have yielded no results.A surprise encounter one evening gives him the opportunity to save my life. I sensed something change between us.Is it foolish to hope he ...

This Treasure Box book is packed full of valuable resources from bestselling and award-winning author, trainer, organizational consultant, and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Karen Treisman,It shows you how to weave a deep understanding of trauma and adversity into the daily practice and the whole fabric of your organization. Every chapter features an array of colour photocopiable worksheets, downloadable materials, practical ideas, reflective questions, and exercises ready to use both i...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The man of my dreams is still in love with my sister, his ex-fiancée.By 1894, he'd had enough time to forget about my older sister and start noticing me. He reminds me so much of Papa. A man with a strong faith in God. A horse trainer. All my efforts, like baking extra treats just for him, have yielded no results.A surprise encounter one evening gives him the opportunity to save my life. I sensed somethi...

Like all dogs, Presley the Pug loves to play, run, and snuggle up under his warm blanket.But sometimes, Presley struggles with big feelings like anger, stress, and worry and it can be tricky to find ways to be calm. What can Presley do when he feels like this?Luckily Presley's canine friends are nearby with some wise words and share some of the relaxation tricks that have worked for them!This story will help children aged 5-10 to learn abo...

Even though Gilly the Giraffe has many wonderful things in her life, she sometimes lacks confidence.Why does she have to stand out so much with her long neck, her long black tongue and her mosaic patches? Why do some of the other animals point and laugh at her?Can it be possible to be different and to be cool?This story will support children aged 5-10 and the adults around them to celebrate their uniqueness and their strengths, as well as ...

Neon the Ninja has a very special job. He looks after anyone who finds the night time scary.Lots of us have nightmares, but Neon loves nothing more than using his special ninja powers to keep the nightmares and worries far away, and to keep the magical dreams and positive thoughts close by.This story will help to make night times feel safer and more relaxed for children aged 5-10 who experience nightmares and other sleep-related difficulties, helping them ...

Amongst the beauty of the Okavango delta in Botswana, Cleo the Crocodile loved having fun with all of his animal friends. That is, until one day Hogan the Hippo, who was supposed to look after Cleo, started to act mean and hurt him.To keep safe, Cleo has to leave the swamp to find a new home - he's scared and snaps and snarls to keep the other animals away from him so that they can't hurt him like Hogan did.How can Cleo find a new safe home and start t...