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Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A masterpiece of warrior wisdom: how to be resilient, how to overcome obstacles not by "positive thinking" or self-esteem, but by positive action. The best-selling author, Navy SEAL, and humanitarian Eric Greitens offers a self-help book unlike any other.
"Eric Greitens provides a brilliant and brave course of action to help navigate life's roughest waters."—Admiral Mike Mullen, seventeenth chairman of the...
"Eric Greitens provides a brilliant and brave course of action to help navigate life's roughest waters."—Admiral Mike Mullen, seventeenth chairman of the...
Author
Publisher
Pavilion
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"From practical lessons on how to make a bed, how to iron a shirt, and how to rent your first apartment, to personal advice on the perfect handshake, and making small talk. These are the lessons that would have been passed on had there been a few more hours in the day. This book at once reassures, encourages, enlightens, and amuses, and is the perfect gift is the perfect gift for any teenager whose parent didn't quite have enough time to impart all...
3) Teamwork
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Students learn more about how effective teamwork can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of related skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Teamwork invites readers to "investigate" four story-centered scenarios related to listening, talking,...
5) Tiny pep talks: bite-size encouragement for life's annoying, stressful, and flat-out lousy moments
Author
Publisher
Quirk Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"A collection of humorous pep talks to encourage readers to face everyday challenges, in forms ranging from words of advice and fill-in-the-blank letters to songs and crosswords"--
Author
Publisher
Compendium, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"What do you do with a problem? Especially one that follows you around and doesn't seem to be going away? Do you worry about it? Ignore it? Do you run and hide from it? This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn't so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared....
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Students learn more about how excellent critical thinking can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of critical thinking skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Critical Thinking invites readers to "investigate" four story-centered scenarios related...
10) Communication
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Students learn more about how effective communication can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of communication skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Communication invites readers to "investigate" four story-centered scenarios related to listening,...
11) Leadership
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Students learn more about how leadership skills can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of leadership skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Leadership invites readers to "investigate" four story-centered scenarios related to listening, talking,...
12) There was a hole
Author
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2022].
Language
English
Description
Lily imagines her sadness as a hole, which is getting bigger and swallowing up her life--until a friend shows her how to patch her hole and make it managable.
13) Work ethic
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Soft skills are in high-demand by employers everywhere. Not only are mastering these skills key to success in every career, they also pave the way for success at home, at school, and in life. This series encourages interactive exploration of eight critical soft skills in an imaginative and memorable way. Each chapter introduces a new attribute, provides mastery tips, and sets students off on a fun investigation of skill successes and mistakes by way...
Author
Publisher
Harper Wave
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Be Prepared" is a great motto-- but what does it mean in today's constantly changing world? In an age of mass shootings, devastating natural disasters, and digital attacks, we yearn for some control. As a seasoned war correspondent, Matloff shares her tried-and-true methods to help you confidently handle whatever challenges comes your way. From remaining upright in stampedes, and preventing sexual assault, to staying clean in a shelter she gives...
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This illustrated beginner's guide to personal finance distills essential information into small, easy-to-follow steps to help you get your finances in order. Get your finances in shape! In The Infographic Guide to Personal Finance, you will learn all the skills you need to make good financial decisions and grow your personal wealth. Full of colorful descriptions organized in an easy-to-read format, this book contains infographics such as: Choosing...
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