Having been swept down a river after several days of heavy rains, a lone spider climbs ashore and finds himself in a place that is completely foreign to him. Tired and confused, he seeks shelter to rest from his ordeal. Upon waking several days later, he finds himself in a different place, then he remembered when he first arrived. When he decides to leave his shelter to start exploring the area, he finds that he is trapped and unable to move.

Synopsis: A tale of adventure, unlikely friendships, and self-discovery, The Spider's Journey follows Webb, a curious and courageous field spider who embarks on a wandering journey beyond his familiar surroundings. His travels led him to an unexpected encounter with Shelly, a wise and grounded wood turtle. Though their perspectives on life differ-one values exploration, while the other values security-they form a unique bond that propels them into the unknown together.As t...

Outdoor Education: Methods and Strategies, Second Edition, provides all the necessary information and tools for teaching outdoor education. Future educators will learn how to create optimal learning opportunities in outdoor environments, how to design effective lessons, and how to identify and use the methods that are best for the place and the participants. These teaching methods apply to a variety of organizations, including schools, nature centers, adventure centers, camps, env...

Christian Psychotherapy in Context combines theology with the latest research in clinical psychology to equip mental health practitioners to meet the unique psychological and spiritual needs of Christian clients. Encouraging therapists to operate from within a Christian framework, the authors explore the intersection between a Christian worldview and clients’ emotional struggles, drawing from sources including both foundational theological texts and the “common factors” psychother...

Edward thought serving a pirate was bad—until the ruthless Gwen Hamilton locked him away.Now he faces endless questions and unthinkable torture as Gwen tries to extract his secrets. But the past holds the key to everything . . .Years ago, a young Edward met the legendary soldier Lance Klydon. Will recalling their adventures unlock the truth Gwen seeks? Or will Edward take his stories to the grave?Even Gwen has ghosts that haunt her. What sh...

The void of space is dark and full of pirates.Holston Zakarian spent his entire life dedicated to shrinking the time it took to move objects from one place to another. With one invention, he became the richest man on Kalypso. But using his vast resources to shape the future was easy when weighed against the task of preparing his two sons to build on his legacy.There's nothing as dangerous as a jilted lover with the resources to make a man squirm.

Working for Demetrious is like running headfirst into a brick wall. Repeatedly. They could never be friends, but that doesn't mean the pirate can't teach Edward something before he finds a way to escape. He has to find a way back home. Back to Kalypso. Back to her. Whatever it takes, whatever evils he has to commit, Edward is coming home. He is going to hold Mercedes in his arms again, and this time he will never leave.Big brother is out of the picture, and that spells opp...

New York Times Bestseller“A powerful guide for taking control of our attention.” —Tony Schwartz, author of The Power of Full Engagement and CEO of The Energy ProjectFrom the author of the #1 international bestseller Emotional Intelligence, comes a groundbreaking look at today’s scarcest resource and the secret to high performance and fulfillment: attention.For more than two decades, psychologist and journa...

This eBook offers a practical look at teaching and learning from the standpoint of a beginning teacher. It explores theories, issues, and strategies for teaching and assessing student learning. It uses the Ontario Curriculum as basis to examine curriculum in general, however the process is applicable to any elementary school curriculum. It will also provide templates for planning lesson and unit materials, as well as assessment tools.

Far too often, our students attain only a superficial level of knowledge that fails to prepare them for deeper challenges in school and beyond. In Teaching for Deeper Learning, renowned educators and best-selling authors Jay McTighe and Harvey F. Silver propose a solution: teaching students to make meaning for themselves.Contending that the ability to "earn" understanding will equip students to thrive in school, at work, and in life, the authors highlight seven higher-orde...

"This timely book is exactly what modern schools need, blending Fullan′s theoretical genius about change with practical strategies that can work in any school. Readers will discover that it is practical, easy to use, and empowering for educators, with lots of room for personal choices at the school level."-Lyn Sharratt, Superintendent of Curriculum and Instructional Services, York Region District School Board, North Toronto, ON, Canada"This book is an easy read ...

In his best-selling classic Boys and Girls Learn Differently, Michael Gurian explained the origin and nature of gender differences in the classroom. His important book explored the behavior teachers observed and the challenges they faced with both boys and girls in their classrooms. Taking the next step, Strategies for Teaching Boys?Elementary Level: A Workbook for Educators and Girls offers teachers a hands-on resource that draws on the Gurian Institute's research and tr...