Originally published in 1991, the material in this book was carefully organized to enhance the understanding of the role and work of the increasing number of advisory or support teachers in the United Kingdom at the time. Drawing on first-hand experience, it includes personal accounts from two semi-detached teachers who have taken the risk of doing their jobs in other people’s schools and classrooms. The book goes on to look at the implicit models of professional development which...

Originally published in 1994, Collaborative Learning in Staffrooms and Classrooms seeks to widen definitions of collaborative learning beyond formal groupwork in classrooms and organised teamwork in staffrooms. This is done through examining a rich variety of actual experiences of working together. Evidence from classrooms and staffrooms is used to reconceptualise collaborative learning, in order to reduce the inertia, indifference and doubt which limit its use; and to overcome th...

A Kestrel Called Doris tells the true story of a captive‑bred young kestrel trained to work calmly and confidently with people in care homes. Full of character and charm, Doris brings a unique spark to every session, offering residents a close, uplifting connection with a bird of prey they would rarely encounter. This honest account reveals how a carefully selected kestrel can transform quiet moments into meaningful experiences, while showing the skill, patience, and understanding...

A balanced account of game changes, conflicts and ambitions in the Royal Family from the bestselling author of DIANA IN PRIVATE.The fall from popular grace of Prince Harry, the previously adulated brother of the heir to the British throne as a consequence of his marriage to the beautiful and dynamic Hollywood actress and Suits star, Meghan Markle, makes for fascinating reading in this new book from Lady Colin Campbell, best-selling biographer of Princess D...

Movement—who moves, where they move, and how they move—has long been perceived as a racial threat in the United States. To better understand why, Colin Anderson examines how popular culture played a central role in shaping these perceptions during the transformative period of Greater Reconstruction (1845–1900). From sheet music and lithographs to plantation reenactments and Wild West shows, white cultural producers depicted Black and Native mobility as destabilizing. These depictions norma...

A poignant, humourous and heartfelt coming-of-age memoir from one of Canada's most beloved musicians.From the prairies of Saskatchewan to sharing the stage with some of the most important musicians of all time, Colin James is one of Canada’s greatest talents.In Playing the Changes, Colin looks back at his early years, as he emerges as a full-formed musical talent in his teens. Growing up in Saskatchewan, the son of social worker parents, Colin was ...

Following 'hot' on the heels of his book A Question of Arson, Vietnam veteran and retired lawyer, Colin O'Neill takes his readers deeper into the murky minds of those who solve their issues using fire as a weapon.Every night on the news we are seeing an increasing number of reports and stories of incidences of arson destroying private and public property, but what are the motives behind these actions?With statistics released in October 2025 showing...

This carefully curated anthology brings together a broad selection of timeless works in one digital edition. Readers can discover essential voices, memorable stories and enduring ideas across a rich variety of literary styles. Prepared for comfortable continuous reading, this collection is ideal for exploring classic literature or returning to lasting favorites.

After lifting the siege of Badon, Llanfel is desperate to continue his mission, but due to the cruel attack on Morgana, she will first need time to heal.Arthur wishes him to stay, not only because they need to discuss manning the outposts depleted by Llanfel raising the rescue force, but also what to do concerning the fleeing Scotti and Kernowians.Llanfel though, is adamant that as soon as Morgana is well enough to ride, he will leave his new-found sister with the other you...

The victim of a rare cosmetic condition, Lady Colin Campbell was wrongly registered and brought up as a boy in an aristocratic family in Jamaica. She enjoyed privileges, but her teenage years were blighted, leaving her unable to receive essential medical treatment until she was 21. She became a model and a designer, and in the 1970s embarked on a short and violent marriage to Lord Colin Campbell. In this autobiography she writes of a life-long struggle to be accepted as the woman she is. S...

Are you drowning in stacks of mail, receipts, and documents that seem to multiply overnight? The Paper-Free Home offers a compassionate, step-by-step system to finally break free from paper clutter—without guilt or perfectionism. You'll learn how to create simple workflows that handle incoming paper the moment it arrives, set up a filing system that actually works for your brain, and decide what to keep, toss, or digitize. From sentimental keepsakes to tax records, every category is addres...

Every parent dreams of raising a child who loves to read—but in a world of screens and endless distractions, how do you make that dream a reality? In Grow a Book Lover, Colin Everett Shaw offers a warm, practical guide to building a home where books are cherished and reading becomes a natural, joyful part of daily life. Drawing on years of experience as a parent and educator, Shaw walks you through every stage of your child’s development, from the first board book to the independent tween ...