'The thought behind this book is not just me wanting to tell my story in the standard autobiographical fashion but to create a kind of self-help book that includes my story. There are many things people don't know about me and maybe when they read about those things they will have an understanding of the journey I have been on, why I've made the mistakes I have and hopefully help other people overcome their adversities.'Life has presented its fair share of...

RASPBERRY PIThis book serves as a beginner’s guide to the world of Raspberry Pi, the different models, how to use them, and what their capabilities are.Inside, you will discover the power of the Raspberry Pi microcomputer, which model is the right one for you, how to set up your Pi for use, and how to get started on your very first Raspberry Pi project!You will discover the different programming languages that can be used on the Pi, and which ones a...

"Time and Its Measurement" by James Arthur delves into the intricate concept of time, exploring its philosophical, scientific, and practical dimensions. Arthur examines how various cultures and societies have perceived time throughout history, highlighting the evolution of timekeeping methods from sundials to atomic clocks. The book emphasizes the significance of time in human life, influencing everything from daily routines to long-term planning. Arthur's insightful analysis encourages re...

Juniper can create actual worlds with her trusty crayons, but what can she do about a troublesome kid brother who's always stealing her stuff? Simple, since their parents refuse to punish the little pest, she'll do it for them. Juniper will give Timmy a time-out he'll never forget! She decides to draw him out of their world and into one of her own. However, when she feels he has been punished enough and tries returning him home by drawing him back, she finds she is unable to do so....

A Christian Education in the Virtues examines the connection between human nature and human flourishing. It draws on ancient and medieval sources to explore the formation of the person based on a Christian anthropology, emphasising the communal nature of the virtuous life and provides a richer approach to the question of contemporary character education.The book argues that the only way to understand and construct our character virtues is to have a clear picture of what is...

Time and Its Measurement by James R. Cameron is a comprehensive exploration of humanity’s enduring quest to understand, quantify, and master the passage of time. This engaging work traces the fascinating history of timekeeping from ancient civilizations to the modern era, revealing how the measurement of time has shaped societies, cultures, and scientific progress. Cameron delves into the earliest methods of tracking time, such as sundials, water clocks, and hourglasses, and explains their...

Jumpstart your coin collection and discover how you can start collecting a fascinating variety of rare antiques, medallions, bullions, error coins & more!Do you want to begin a deeply rewarding hobby and connect with a valuable part of history?Do you have some old coins lying around, and you’ve always wanted to know what they’re w...

Policy Entrepreneurship in Education aims to build the confidence and skills of education academics in securing higher impact for their work. It offers guidance and identifies methods of capturing and measuring impact, as well as practical advice in helping academics engage policy makers and influence society with their research.Written specifically for the field of education, the book utilises domestic and international examples to illustrate those policy entrepreneurship...

There has been across the world a resurgence of interest in 'values education' (values education is known internationally by a number of names) at school education, research and policy levels. In Australia the Australian Values Education projects led to the government initiating a number of large-scale curriculum developments and resources projects as part of its expressed policy to introduce values education programmes in all schools. UNESCO has its own values education programme, entitle...

The Formation of Character: From Aristotle to the 21st Century offers an introduction to the foundations, practices, policies and issues of character formation historically. Following a chronological order, it charts the idea of character formation in the Western tradition by critically examining its precursors, origins, development, meanings and uses**.**The book is based on the premise that current conditions and debates around character formation cannot be fully understood witho...

The contributors discuss why character education is considered valuable, what character education is taken to mean, and identify and test hypotheses about various influences (schools, families, communities, employers) on the development of character through reporting on our research in UK schools, universities and businesses.

At Holiday High, being a holiday isn't just a date on the calendar—it's a destiny.Starting a new school is never easy, but for Arbor Day, it's a test of tradition and tenacity. Welcome to Holiday High, an exclusive institution for the offspring of America's most celebrated days—from the dazzling fireworks of Fourth of July to the warmth of Thanksgiving gatherings.However, Arbor's entrance into this whimsical world isn't without challenges. Belongin...