Together, the voices of early childhood educators, scholars, and professionals can sound the call to advance the profession toward more equitable educational experiences, systems, and practices for all children. This book showcases many of these voices from across the field of early childhood education and invites you to think about and discuss ways you can add your own voice to that call.Expanding on recommendations from NAEYC’s “Advancing Equity in Early Childhoo...

1.1 Life Cycle Assessment (LeA): a fascinating and sophisticated tool The greening of the economy is not a new task, but it is a challenge for which a lot of tasks still have to be done. It is known that the main source of environ mental deterioration by industry is not any more the chimneys and other process related emissions, but the products and services produced. Products are regarded as carriers of polIution: they are not only a potential source of polIution and waste during their use...

The Art of German Cooking and Baking: Revised and Enlarged Edition is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the rich culinary traditions of Germany, meticulously compiled by Mrs. Lina Meier. This classic cookbook, first published in the early 20th century and now thoughtfully revised and expanded, offers an extensive collection of authentic German recipes, ranging from hearty soups and savory meat dishes to delicate pastries and festive cakes. With clear, practical instructions and a ...

Close encounter…Beneath the Italian sunAfter her ex left her family virtually bankrupt, Marcia is less than impressed when she meets the new owner of their vineyard, billionaire Trace. For all his business success, he doesn’t know anything about wine! And she’s supposed to teach him! Setting out to discover the root of his lack of knowledge, instead Marcia unearths the hidden pain Trace has come to escape. And a longing Marcia shouldn’t indu...

Harlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes:#4867 CLAIMING HIS CONVENIENT PRINCESSScandal at the PalaceBy Susan MeierPrince Liam’s bride-to-be, Demi Viglianco, would rather not marry anyone. But their wedding is the only way to protect Demi from her father’s schemes. And after his ex left him heartbroken, ...

In Susan Meier’s latest Harlequin Romance, a second chance under the Italian sun may just be on the cards for two ex-lovers…A second chance at loveUnder the Italian sun…Sophie has learned to rely only on herself. Except now her world is collapsing and she needs an escape route, so an invitation to Lake Como to be a nanny is perfectly timed. The catch? Her boss is her billionaire ex-boyfriend, Wyatt! Sophie’s always fiercely guarded her hear...

A fortune shouldn't get you killed. A promise shouldn't break your heart...Attorney Rafe Stanton knows making promises is a dangerous thing. Over and over he has failed to keep people under his protection safe. For years he watched his younger cousin Noah lose his battle with drugs and alcohol, which eventually led to a deadly car accident. When he finds out about Noah's secret marriage to Logan Tate, Rafe has one last chance for redemption.Inheriting a fortune should be a ...

Can words take a selfie? You bet they can!This book serves up a smorgasbord of fun, thought-provoking "selfie-isms"--words, phrases, and snippets of conversation that point to themselves in an ironic or comical way, just as we do with a camera when taking a selfie. Packed with witty, whimsical wordplay, Selfie-isms: When Words Take a Selfie is sure to delight casual readers and wordsmiths alike. The book showcases 101 selfie-isms in bite-size portions, so you can enjoy a few any ti...

As the princess of Grannady’s assistant, Kristin invites large companies to help manage the princess’s finances. When she talks to businessman Dean Suminski in a Paris hotel, he’s cold to her, befitting his reputation as a difficult, moody genius. He tells her that he’ll listen if they can talk in the car on the way to the airport. He’s on his way to New York and making her an outrageous offer: he’ll pay her one hundred thousand dollars if she goes with him to a party that night!

LovingTheBossMEMOTo: The Single Women in the OfficeFrom: Molly Doyle, Temporary WifeRe: My Make-Believe MarriageFor three glorious days, I was Jack Cavanaugh's wife…or so I thought. A bump on my head made me believe I was married to my dreamy boss, and Jack had no choice but to play husband-doctor's orders, he said. But i know he really did

Kristen fell into despair. Her sister had died and she was now without family, alone in the world. But then she learned of the existence of her sister’s triplets! Her sister had married Norm Brewster, of Brewster Lumber, and the children were now in the care of the Brewster brothers. Hoping to win parental rights, Kristen visited the Brewster residence. But the day of her arrival was also the wedding day of one of the Brewster brothers. Kristen was welcomed by gorgeous Grant Brewster, who ...

Everyone dreams of a picture-perfect small-town Christmas, but when murder is in the cards, some holiday greetings are addressed to kill...Christmas Card Murder by Leslie MeierIn the midst of holiday home renovations, Lucy Stone accidentally unwraps a murder mystery decades in the making when she discovers an old Christmas card with a nasty message belonging to one of her farmhouse's previous residents. The case may be colder than a New England Christmas, but Lucy's determin...