Every student must know they are unique and incredible and capable of doing great things.Principal Salome Thomas-EL is crazy about the kids in his school. He's curious about them and the lives they lead at home and in the community. He is committed to being a consistent adult they can rely on and to maintaining a culture of love and support for every child.In this inspirational and action-oriented book, "Principal EL" shares insights gleaned from his own experience as a student whose life was changed by empathetic educators and as a teacher and school leader who has become a life-changer. Proceeding from his "Four Cs" approach, which maps a positive way to show up for the young people in our classrooms, he offers a collection of research-backed strategies to help educators provide students with equitable access to supportive relationships and to instruction that is engaging, respectful, and effective.In Meet Their Needs, and They'll Succeed, Principal EL covers• The pedagogical and curricular keys to successful and joyful learning,• The value of developing critical thinking skills and ways to go about it,• What all educators should know and do when working with kids affected by trauma,• The powerful whys and practical hows of after-school programs and community engagement, and• What we all gain when committed teachers choose to stay.This book is for bold educators who care about kids and want to prepare them for the life and leadership roles that await them. Read more

Health Program Planning and Evaluation: A Practical, Systematic Approach for Community Health, Fifth Edition carefully walks the reader through the process for developing, implementing, and evaluating successful community health promotion programs. Featuring reader-friendly, accessible language and practical tools and concepts, this invaluable resource prepares students and professionals to become not only competent health program planners, but savvy consumers of evaluation reports and prudent users of evaluation consultants.Thoughtfully constructed, the authors uniquely use program theory–a conceptual model of program planning and evaluation–throughout the text to reinforce the cyclical nature of the process. Additionally, each chapter concludes with a summary that is organized by levels of the public health pyramid, reinforcing the social-ecological and multi-level nature of health promotion and public health planning.Key Features: • Examples and references from public health, medicine, nursing, social work, and community health that provide an interdisciplinary perspective while addressing public health programming.• Systems thinking concepts, such as feedback, and its importance to those who fund health programs and desire to support programs creating systems change.• Greater focus on cultural humility• New full color design that brings tables, figures and diagrams to life• Updated research references, such as studies using geographic information systems and other advances in the use of integrated data in public health• Updated internet resources in each chapter, including sources outside the United States• Each new print copy includes Navigate eBook Access enabling you to read your digital textbook online or offline, on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. Read more

The Pipe Fabricators Blue Book, companion to The Pipe Fitters Blue Book is a great reference book for the pipe trades professional. W. V. “Duffy” Graves (author and publisher) created this reference guide “pocket-sized” to take anywhere with a durable water resistant cover. This manual is also clearly written and well illustrated containing tables and diagrams useful for instructors, students and any pipe fabricator. The Pipe Fabricators Blue Book by W. V. Graves is the companion to The Pipe Fitters Blue Book.It is used across the country by individuals, schools, community colleges – industrial training programs – apprenticeship programs. Read more

This is the book that started it all.When Susan Poizner first planted fruit trees in her local park, she had big dreams—but no idea what she was doing. She thought she was growing them “organically” because she wasn’t using toxic pesticides or fungicides.But she didn’t know what else fruit trees actually needed. So she and her team of volunteers at the Ben Nobleman Park Community Orchard ended up caring for the trees with what she later realized was a strategy of neglect.She didn’t expect trees that got sick, pests that wouldn’t quit, poor-quality fruit, or trees that barely produced at all. She knew they needed feeding, but didn’t know what to feed them. And she definitely didn’t know she was supposed to prune.So she rolled up her sleeves, made a lot of mistakes, and started learning what it really takes to grow healthy, productive fruit trees—whether in a busy city or on a quiet rural plot.Written in Susan’s original voice, this book captures her early journey as a brand-new grower figuring things out from the ground up. It’s friendly, story-based, and packed with the most important lessons she learned along the way.Inside you’ll find:Easy-to-understand basics of fruit tree anatomy and careHow to choose the right tree for your climate and goalsTips on soil prep, planting, staking, and wateringWhat you really need to know about pruning (and why it matters)Organic strategies to prevent pests and diseaseReal-life lessons from building a community orchard from scratchGrowing Urban Orchards is now used in horticulture programs at community colleges and in community orchard training initiatives across North America.Since the first edition of this book was published in 2014, Susan has become a trusted fruit tree care educator. Through her award-winning online courses at OrchardPeople.com and her other books—Grow Fruit Trees Fast, Fruit Tree Pruning, and Fruit Tree Grafting for Everyone—she’s helped thousands of home growers, arborists, master gardeners, and small-scale orchardists around the world.So if you’re wondering where to start with fruit trees—start here. Susan will walk you through the process with warmth, humor, and a whole lot of practical advice. Read more

Funny Shorts is an anthology of ten hilarious comedies by a master of the short play form. The characters are wacky and the plots bizarre, but the end result is pure entertainment. These warm, funny sketches have a light touch but they’ll keep you guessing too – every one has an unexpected twist at the end!Looking for some production opportunities for your school, organization, or theater? Funny Shorts plays have minimal staging requirements, and they’re easy for actors of all levels to perform. The words on the page make the performance a hit every time!And if you’re just looking to brighten up your day by reading some comic plays, Funny Shorts is definitely the ticket. On the page or on the stage, Funny Shorts is guaranteed to amuse!The plays included in this collection of Funny Shorts are:Punishment Card10 Minute Grief CounselingBad Hair DayThe World Is Ending AgainJust Fire Me!Wish My Ego WellSecret RecipePep Talk Man To The Rescue!Rating The BreakupJust Say YesHere's what they're saying about Funny Shorts:As a master of the short play form, John McDonnell holds up a mirror to the way we live now. Always revealing, always spot on, and always very funny, his plays are a dream for actors. Easy to produce -- they work as well on a bare stage as they do in a fully realized production. Either way, the audiences are always entertained and leave the theatre happier than when they came in. You will enjoy reading or performing the works of John McDonnell.John Augustine is a playwright, television writer, actor and director. He has taught playwriting in New York City at Playwrights Horizons Theatre School, The 42nd Street Collective, NYU, and at Sarah Lawrence College.Every theatre instructor needs that absolutely infallible book of scenes for students. John McDonnell’s plays are full of hilarious reveals and quirky character studies, with plot twists that provide actors with meaningful discussion about motivation, foreshadowing, and bold choices. What’s even better? The length of the comic short plays provides significant opportunities for memorization and stage time for everyone involved. This is the perfect comedy collection for your studio classroom!Sarah LeClair is the Youth Education Director at ComedySportz Philadelphia and a curriculum writer/consultant for The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre teaching artist program. Sarah has spent more than twenty years in new play development and performing arts opportunities for community theatres, undergraduate college programs, and high school actors. John McDonnell’s plays have been performed in theaters all over the US, and they’re always audience favorites. He’s also written dozens of novels and short stories, available on Amazon.Enjoy Funny Shorts! Read more

This ebook examines the impact of bullying on mental health, including both short-term and long-term effects. It explores the prevalence of bullying and the various types of bullying, including physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying. The ebook discusses the factors that can influence the impact of bullying on mental health, such as age, gender, and duration of the bullying. It also identifies the signs of bullying to help individuals recognize when they or someone they know may be a victim. The ebook goes on to explore prevention and intervention strategies, including school-based programs, family-based interventions, community-based programs, and mental health interventions. Personal stories, research studies, and statistics are used to illustrate the devastating impact of bullying on mental health. The ebook concludes with a call to action for increased awareness and prevention of bullying. Read more

Compelling Conversations is perfect for conversation clubs, private tutors, and conversation courses!
This innovative English as a Second Language (ESL) textbook helps advanced English Language Learners develop conversation skills and improve fluency by sharing experiences, reflecting on their lives, and discussing proverbs and quotations. The ESL book includes 45 thematic chapters, over 1,350 questions, 500 vocabulary words, 250 proverbs and American idioms, and 500 quotations. Designed for both adult education and intensive English language students, the conversations deepen critical thinking skills and speaking skills essential to success in community college and university programs. Compelling Conversations has been used in classrooms in over 40 countries, is recommended by English Teaching Professional magazine, and enjoyed by thousands of English students.About the authors
Eric H Roth teaches international students the pleasures of writing and public speaking in English at the University of Southern California. He has also taught various ESL courses at Santa Monica College, UCLA Extension, and Cal State-Long Beach. Roth also taught university students in France and Spain and directed the summer program at APU International High School in Vietnam.Toni Aberson taught English and supervised English teachers for 35 years, and believes that a lively classroom is the optimal learning environment.User reviewsCompelling Conversations' topics are timely, meaningful, and presented in such a way as to stimulate immediate class participation. Marc Yablonka, Author & ESL Teacher, LAUSD Adult EducationThe students I tutor are well-educated adults, reich in culture and experiences. This book allows them to produce natural conversations using what is most intimate to them: their lives and their culture. Patricia Schulze, ESL TutorBook reviewsEnglish Teaching Professional, January 2009 
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Compelling Conversations is a recommended resource for teachers who want to make their conversation classes more learner-centered. It should be especially appealing to those who wish to escape the confines of the Presentation-Practice-Production approach and do without a formal grammatical or functional syllabus. It reflects the authors' considerable professional experience, and would be a notable addition to any English teacher's bookshelf. - Hall Houston
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This outstanding resource (Compelling Conversations) allows teachers to confidently walk into an advanced ESL classroom with self-contained, engaging conversation lessons... I wish I would have had that book in my old adult/university classes. A great book for adult education teachers, university instructors, and private tutors!" - Eric BuschSanta Monica Daily Press, 1/16/2009 
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Have you been looking for a good ESL manual? If you have, I think Compelling Conversations is one to consider. ...This manual will go best with the advanced ESL student or even at coffee shop conversation clubs. It will bring about authentic, not stilted communication, which should be the purpose of an ESL course. It is easier for a person to learn a language through conversation rather than by a given list of vocabulary words. That is what makes this a welcome addition to the material which can be used for the immigrant who must learn English to advance in the world. - Dane Robert Swanson  Read more

Stage It provides a simple-to-follow roadmap for teachers to help students dive into the dramatic, romantic, and playful world of Shakespeare. Originating from the highly successful NYC-based arts education program, Stages of Learning, this resource enables your drama, arts, or ELA class to learn the basics of Shakespeare's language, themes, characters, introductory staging, and directing. Designed for busy teachers, Stage It enables you to choose your own adventure depending on time, grade level collaboration, and student interest. This professional teacher’s guide has simple-to-use instructions and worksheets, such as acting tools for instruction about the plot synopsis, cast of characters, and paraphrasing; and directing tools for tips about the play and the theater-making process. Accompanying the book online are abridged versions of four of Shakespeare’s well-known plays: Hamlet, Henry V, Julius Caesar, and Othello, as well as paraphrasing worksheets, a culminating performance program template, and more. Stage It meets or exceeds many standards-based frameworks including New York State Learning Standards in the Arts, benchmarks of the New York City Blueprint for Teaching and Learning in the Arts K-12: Theater, the U.S. Common Core/State Standards, and National Arts Standards. Teachers of students aged 9–12, as well as educators in after-school or community programs, can foster a deep connection to the material through a gradual process that engages everyone in the classroom. This approach not only brings Shakespeare's timeless stories to life but also cultivates essential skills like public speaking, teamwork, and self-expression for students of all identities.For more information on Floyd Rumohr and the book, visit www.stageitplays.com. Read more

“Can't believe I just binge-read (and loved!) a 577-page law book! If you're a startup founder, check out this baby by @pswegle.” - T. B., Teaching Fellow of Computer Science @Harvard, Ph.D. “The best advice comes from relevant experience, and Paul Swegle demonstrates that he has a ton of it in Startup Law and Fundraising. A compendium of everything entrepreneurs, both newbies and veterans, need to know to take their startup from cradle to sale or IPO, the book provides not only detailed information on everything from company formation to IP protection and fundraising, but also includes dozens of real-life case studies that demonstrate why these topics are so critical to startup success.”-Geoff Entress, Managing Director of Pioneer Square Labs, former Venture Partner at Voyager Capital and Madrona Venture Group, angel investor in over 200 companies.Entrepreneurship can be chaotic. Some chaos drives innovation. But legal chaos rocks many startups to their foundations, dashing dreams, jeopardizing jobs and investments, creating liabilities, and slowing innovation.Paul Swegle wrote Startup Law and Fundraising for Entrepreneurs and Startup Advisors to help startups avoid these pitfalls, including the pitfall of struggling to grow a poorly funded business.This is a clear, practical book meant to help entrepreneurs and their advisors:-build on a solid foundation, -avoid costly legal and regulatory mistakes, and -raise the money needed for stability, innovation, and operational success.Startup Law and Fundraising is for everyone interested in business, business law, and startup fundraising. Its 550 pages cover an unmatched range of startup-focused concepts, tips, traps, strategies, and best practices. Fifty-one colorful startup case studies keep things interesting.Legal, governance and regulatory hurdles are covered in the book’s first ten chapters. But surviving those hurdles is no guarantee of success. Many startups simply run out of money. Others are bedeviled by ill-advised early funding rounds.Startup Law and Fundraising devotes five chapters to creating and executing a fundraising plan around the principles of just-in-time finance and raising money from the right investors, in the right amounts, and on the right terms, whether from friends and family, angel investors, angel investing groups, seed funds, VCs, strategic investors, accelerators, or crowdfunding platforms.The final chapters fittingly cover the final chapters of startup life – optimizing an “exit” with a successful IPO or sale, or, as happens about 80% of the time, managing through insolvency and winding up.Startup Law and Fundraising is already providing the core foundation for entrepreneurial law and finance classes at every level, including at top law and MBA schools, undergraduate business programs, community colleges, and startup incubators and accelerators.Author Paul Swegle is a business attorney and adjunct law professor. He teaches entrepreneurial law and finance at Seattle University School of Law and Gonzaga Law School. Paul has served as general counsel to sixteen companies, counseled more than 100 others, and worked for the SEC and DOJ early in his career.Paul is currently general counsel to several companies and advises a dozen other technology companies. He has completed $13+ billion of financings and M&A deals, including growing and selling startups to publicly-traded companies ING, Capital One, Nortek, and Abbott, and recently helping take one of his companies public. Read more

Be prepared for the growing opportunities in community and population health practice with the 3rd Edition of this groundbreaking resource. The New Edition reflects the convergence of community and population health practice with expanded content on health promotion, well-being, and wellness. Drs. Scaffa and Reitz present the theories underpinning occupational therapy practice in community and population health. Then, the authors provide practical guidance in program needs assessment, program development, and program evaluation. Both new practitioners and students will find practice-applicable coverage, including expanded case examples, specific strategies for working in the community, and guidance on securing funding for community and population health programs. Read more

Is your teen prepared for the real world of personal communication? Set your kids up to succeed with the lost art of social skills and job skills."5 Stars"--San Diego Book Review"Smile & Succeed for Teens is a fantastic resource to help teens be successful at work." --Temple Grandin, Author, Thinking in Pictures, The Autistic BrainONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN THE WORLDAre your kids glued to their phones and out of touch with the real world? Do your teens slouch and have poor eye contact? Do you worry that their inability to communicate will keep them from getting a good job? If so, then it's time for a crash course in the social skills and job skills that will lead to their success. Let award-winning author Kirt Manecke be your guide.Developed by a team of teens, parents, and educators, the proven methods in Manecke's book provide your kids with the people skills and confidence they'll need throughout their lives. Whether your teen is looking for work, holding down a job, making friends, or taking part in leadership or service positions, Smile and Succeed for Teens will give them the education he or she needs to thrive. Perfect for special education, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and Autism too.Each lesson is presented in an entertaining style, with quips, tips, and easy-to-adopt strategies that will teach your teenager the critical elements of good communication. Filled with fun and informative illustrations with educational captions. And the best part is, teenagers enjoy reading it!Parents, you can help your teens learn the skills in Smile & Succeed for Teens by using the book in conjunction with the Parent's Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens (sold separately on Amazon) to give your teens the edge.In this book, your teen will discover how to: *    Develop self-esteem and beat crippling social anxiety*    Make new friends and speak with confidence*    Sail through the most difficult of interviews for scholarships, programs, and jobs*    Become an effective volunteer*    Improve their school programs and community through effective fundraising*    Succeed at work and stand out to their employer, and much, much more!The winner of the Mom's Choice Gold Award for excellence, Teachers' Choice Award, and the IP Gold Award recognizing excellence, Smile & Succeed for Teens is an attention-grabbing, easy-to-use course that has already supplied thousands of teens with the skills to do better in school, develop meaningful relationships, and establish fulfilling careers. If you want to equip your teenager for success in work and life, then you can't afford to miss Manecke's essential guide.Buy the book to set your teen on the path to success today!

Editorial Reviews First Aid Essentials: A Practical Guide to Emergency Care and Life SupportImmediate Response, Injury Management, and Critical Life-Saving TechniquesBy James L. McMillin, EMT-P, EMS Instructor(Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic, Expert in Emergency Medical Services and Life Support Training)A Comprehensive Guide to Emergency First Aid and Life SupportIn a medical emergency, knowing what to do can make all the difference. First Aid Essentials: A Practical Guide to Emergency Care and Life Support provides a structured, easy-to-follow approach to first aid, offering essential knowledge for healthcare providers, emergency responders, and individuals looking to enhance their emergency preparedness.Written by James L. McMillin, EMT-P, a highly experienced paramedic and EMS instructor, this guide covers core first aid principles and life-saving techniques that can be applied in a wide range of medical emergencies. Whether you are a trained professional or someone who wants to be ready for unexpected situations, this book serves as a valuable resource.What You’ll Find Inside:Fundamentals of Emergency Response – Learn how to assess and manage medical emergencies effectively, ensuring safety for both the responder and the injured individual.Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR Techniques – Gain an understanding of high-impact skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage.Trauma and Injury Care – Learn techniques for managing bleeding, fractures, burns, soft tissue injuries, head trauma, and spinal injuries.Medical Emergencies – Recognize and respond to conditions such as cardiac arrest, stroke, seizures, diabetic crises, respiratory distress, and anaphylaxis.Environmental and Special Situations – Explore first aid techniques for drowning, poisoning, hypothermia, heat-related illnesses, electrical injuries, and more.Advanced Techniques for Emergency Situations – Understand specialized first aid interventions, including tourniquet application, wound packing, and field improvisations for remote or high-risk environments.Who Can Benefit from This Guide?✔ Healthcare Providers & First Responders – A reliable reference for paramedics, nurses, physicians, and emergency personnel.✔ Students & Trainees – A valuable educational resource for medical and emergency response training programs.✔ Workplace & Community Members – Ideal for those looking to enhance their first aid skills for workplace safety, home emergencies, and community preparedness.✔ Outdoor & Travel Enthusiasts – Useful for individuals in remote or wilderness settings where emergency medical care may not be immediately available.Be Prepared. Take Action with Confidence.Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. Having the right knowledge and skills can empower you to respond effectively when it matters most. First Aid Essentials: A Practical Guide to Emergency Care and Life Support is designed to provide practical, evidence-based guidance for a wide range of emergency situations. Read more

How can religious and health care organizations work together to create community-based health care programs?Because health care works best when patients assume greater responsibility for their own health, community outreach and patient education are essential. But where can health care organizations find the resources to educate large numbers of people about chronic diseases? How can they tailor programs to meet the needs of increasingly diverse communities? And how can they reach people who have no ties to the health care system? Building Healthy Communities through Medical-Religious Partnerships presents an innovative approach to community-based health education and patient advocacy programs targeted at the prevention and management of disease. Offering valuable guidance for religious and medical leaders interested in developing programs in their congregations and communities, the book includes practical and accessible information for establishing health education programs, identifies additional resources that can be obtained from local and national organizations, and discusses a range of medical topics. It also outlines how to train volunteers to assist others in navigating our complex health system. This latest edition, which has been thoroughly revised and updated, incorporates• new chapters on medical topics across the lifespan, including lung disease, kidney disease, and child and adolescent health issues;• a thorough assessment of medical-religious partnerships that have emerged over the past twenty-five years; and• a user-friendly website with downloadable resources―including an instructor's guide, PowerPoint slides, and ready-made handouts. Read more

Credit Union Banking: How to Achieve Financial Wellness with Credit UnionsAre you paying too much in banking fees? Struggling to get approved for loans? Feeling like just another number at your bank?It’s time to take control of your finances with credit unions—the smarter, more affordable alternative to traditional banks. Unlike big banks that prioritize corporate profits, credit unions are member-owned, nonprofit institutions designed to serve YOU. They offer lower fees, better loan rates, and a community-focused approach that puts your financial well-being first.In Credit Union Banking, you’ll discover:✅ Lower Fees & Higher Savings – Say goodbye to excessive account fees and low savings rates. Credit unions reinvest profits into their members, offering free or low-cost checking accounts, higher interest on savings, and better terms on CDs and money market accounts.✅ Better Loan Approvals & Lower Interest Rates – Need a mortgage, auto loan, or personal loan? Credit unions offer more flexible lending criteria, making it easier to get approved—even if your credit score isn’t perfect. Enjoy lower interest rates on loans and credit cards, saving you thousands over time.✅ Personalized Service & Community Focus – Forget the frustrating automated systems and impersonal service of big banks. Credit unions take a human-first approach, offering real customer support, financial education, and community-driven programs tailored to your needs.✅ Business Loans & Support for Entrepreneurs – Small business owners and freelancers benefit from credit unions’ lower-cost business loans, credit lines, and merchant services, helping local businesses grow and thrive.✅ Exclusive Member Perks – Enjoy special discounts on auto and home insurance, travel, entertainment, and retail purchases—just for being a credit union member.✅ Stronger Financial Security & Stability – Wondering if your money is safe? Credit unions are insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), just like banks are backed by the FDIC, ensuring that your deposits are protected up to $250,000.✅ Financial Education & Credit Counseling – Credit unions prioritize financial literacy, offering free credit counseling, budgeting workshops, and homebuyer assistance to help you build a secure financial future.✅ Better Banking for a Better Future – With credit unions embracing digital banking, mobile apps, and AI-driven financial tools, you’ll enjoy modern banking convenience without sacrificing personal service.I discovered credit union banking 15 years ago and have had every loan with them since. Their rates are less, they charge less or no fee's, and you get actual relationship banking. Plus, if you have bad credit, they help you build your credit so that you can increase your ability to get loans for positive leverage, buying your home, investing in a business, etc.If you’re ready to break free from hidden fees, overpriced loans, and a banking system that doesn’t put you first, this book will show you why credit unions are the best-kept secret in personal finance.Take charge of your financial future—scroll up and grab your copy today! Read more