Social work is currently undergoing major change in its policies, organization and day-to-day practice and much has been written about the feminist presence in social work. In particular, feminist social work has focused on the role of women social workers in developing distinctive forms of practice, rooted in a commitment to egalitarian relationships with women service users. The State of Feminist Social Work challenges the limitations of this perspective.Tracing key idea...

This new edition has been fully revised and updated to provide over 1,800 A-Z definitions of terms from the field of social care, concentrating on social work as a significant area within this field. Covering social work theories, methods, policies, organizations, and statutes, as well as key terms from interdisciplinary topics overlapping with health and education, this is the most up-to-date dictionary of its kind available. It also provides extended entries on specialisms such as childr...

Relational Realms offers context for the exploration of positive relationship building. It is rooted in the contention that relationships consist of various internal and external ways of knowing and being that constantly and interactively release and retrieve energy which, when acknowledged and worked through, can result in authentic and relationally healthy environments. In our present divided era, educators hold the potential to be societal change agents by engaging in a transfo...

In a kingdom where bloodlines determine power and destiny is written before birth, everything changes when fate makes a mistake.Born from the union of a human prince and a woman touched by ancient fae magic, royal twins Chase Haven and Ariel Linn were meant to symbolize peace between two worlds. Instead, their birth awakens jealousy, fear, and a dangerous struggle for succession.As old laws collide with hidden magic, loyalties fracture inside the castle walls. Secrets burie...

When Vicki White reached a point of such brokenness that she no longer trusted her own ability to make a sound decision, she told God that if He could make use of the mess she had made of her life, He could have it. In that moment of surrender, God began to transform her heart and align her with His original plan and purpose for her life.In an inspirational testimony, Vicki reveals the faith journey of an ordinary woman who dared to step into the mystery of friendship with our mira...

The Ultimate Guide for Cat CareAre you a first-time cat owner looking for guidance, or a seasoned cat lover seeking to deepen your understanding of your feline companion? The Ultimate Guide for Cat Care is the definitive handbook you need to unlock the secrets of raising a happy, healthy, and thriving cat.Packed with expert advice, practical tips, and heartwarming insights, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through every stage of your cat’s life. From choosing...

"Love Yourself First: A Teen Girl's Guide to Building Confidence and Embracing Self-Worth" is an essential guide for teenage girls seeking to navigate the complexities of growing up while cultivating self-love, confidence, and inner strength. Written with compassion and clarity, this book equips young women with the tools they need to build a strong sense of self-worth, embrace their individuality, and unlock their true potential.What You’ll Discover Inside:1.Practical Tool...

Do you know why ghosts don't like rainy weather? Because it dampens their spirits! From the creative minds at Kid Scoop®, an award-winning and nationally syndicated activity page for children, comes this hysterical book chock full of jokes, riddles, and puns! Kids will love flipping through these pages and learning over 100 jokes they've never heard before and can't wait to tell. Providing hours of endless laughter, this joke book is perfect for joke lovers, both young and old!

Do you know how many tickles it takes to tickle an octopus? Tentacles! From the creative minds at Kid Scoop®, an award-winning and nationally syndicated activity page for children, comes this hysterical book chock full of jokes, riddles, and puns! Kids will love flipping through these pages and learning over 200 jokes they've never heard before and can't wait to tell. Providing hours of endless laughter, this book is perfect for young jokesters and anyone else who loves to laugh!

An exciting Kid Scoop activity book to keep kids engaged, playing, and thinking all day long! With hundreds of crazy cool secret codes, rebus puzzles, brain teasers, and so much more, these entertaining activities align with educational curricula to keep kids engaged as they learn. Author and former teacher, Vicki Whiting, is the founder of Kid Scoop, an award-winning weekly activity page that promotes standards-based learning. Parents and teachers around the world use Vi...

New Labour's modernisation agenda has produced an avalanche of change that has posed formidable challenges for everyone involved in social work, whether as service users, practitioners or managers."Modernising Social Work" provides a radical appraisal of the far-reaching changes in their theoretical, historical and policy contexts. The book is organised into three sections that consider: the inter-relationship of modernisation and managerialism, modernisation's impact on service us...

Who doesn't love a good knock knock joke? From the creative minds at Kid Scoop®, an award-winning and nationally syndicated activity page for children, comes this playful knock knock joke book for kids that's filled with more than 200 punny jokes and riddles that are sure to be crowd-pleasers. Perfect for sharing belly laughs with friends and family, Super Funny Knock Knock Jokes for Kids also features vibrant and quirky illustrations for every silly gag. Providing hours of endles...