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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...
"Eric Greitens provides a brilliant and brave course of action to help navigate life's roughest waters."—Admiral Mike Mullen, seventeenth chairman...
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,...
Author
Publisher
Ballantine Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Meant for anyone who's starting out in the real world, looking to make a change, or just wants a reset, this book gives you the information you need to make informed and empowered decisions in your life. Covering everything from personal finance, to career, to stress management, global politics, and more, How to Skimm Your Life breaks down some of the less glamorous parts of adulting. -- adapted from amazon.com.
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,...
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...
14) Attitude
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...
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