Schwangerschaft & Elternschaft

The readers will learn about the importance of nurturing one's talent.

This book describes five principles to guide teachers in working with families of struggling readers.

None Call Me Dad is the true, mesmerizing story of a 21st Century dad. On two weeks notice, Ky Owen becomes an adoptive father to a six-year-old son. Five years later, on two days notice, he becomes a father to a teenage daughter. Along the way he assumes the role of father figure to four other kids. ';None call me dad,' Owen writes, ';But they know that's who I am.'Intriguing and imaginative chapter titles chart a journey that turns into a virtual roller coaster ride of parenting an ever-changing alternative family. None Call Me Dad is the freewheeling narrative of facing the challenges of truancy and Type 1 diabetes, hopping trains and ';flying a sign,' and kids finding their way on their own terms. At the same time, the book captures the joy and excitement of father-son trips to March Madness and the Rose Bowl, and father-daughter weekends on Broadway in Nashville and the French Quarter of New Orleans. More than a memoir, it is a story of always being there for your kids.None Call Me Dad is a story of forgiveness, acceptance, and love. Told in the author's unique writer's voice, the story is both poignant and funny. Readers feel a father's angst as he learns to forgive his kids' mistakes, to accept their life choices, and to continue to show his love. ';They're my kids, and I'll always be here for them. Even though none call me dad.'

I hold the needle about five centimeters from my bare skin. My hand isnt shaking, but I am nervous. Its my first time, and I dont know if I can do this or what it will feel like. Tears start to well in my eyes, and my vision begins to blur. I move the needle away and look at my husband sitting next to me.You can do it, Brad says. It wont hurt, youre brave.Book Reviews:Ive never wanted to be a police officer, I didnt meet my husband the first day on the job, Ive never faced down infertility, I wouldnt know the first thing about my style personality, and Ive never had to bury guinea pigs. Yet I met myself again and again in Sheryns wonderful story. In this Facebook world of carefully curated selfies and posts, here is a woman who totally tells it like it is. Life Wide Open, indeed!(Christina Tyson, editor)Sheryn is a marvellous writertotally honest and candid yet discreet and a natural storyteller. And so funny! Delightful, moving, thought-provoking stuff.(Roger Steele, publisher)This book offers a buffet of emotions: joy, grief, regret, laughter, conviction, hope, and blessingall presented in one powerful experience. Sheryns style is conversational and the vulnerability she displays gives me permission to be vulnerable as a reader.(Shar Davis, Salvation Army)

Adopted just days after birth, Wednesday struggles to find her place and her purpose in this crazy world. Trying to prove that she was not a mistake, she strives for perfection but fails. Desperate to stop a hateful custody battle that lasted eight long painful years, Wednesday is married off at the vulnerable age of sixteen. Her journey does not get any easier! Still surrounded by mountains of hate, there is now a broken marriage full of lies, alcoholism, and uncontrollable, painful challenges. Does Wednesday find her place, her purpose? With Gods loving grace, Wednesday, the rent-a-kid, becomes the royalty she was destined to be, the adopted, overcoming, and beautiful daughter of the King of kings.

My Child Would Have Been . . . was inspired by the authors loss of her own son Greyson and was illustrated by Greysons brothers, Miles and Case. It was written in an effort to help other parents who have suffered the loss of a child because it is through helping others that we can begin to heal our own broken hearts.

You Are a Chosen Generation is a book that speaks to the heart of children. They are reminded of how unique and special they are to God. They are encouraged to get to know God in their own special way. The book is also directed toward parents and caregivers to help guide children to a belief in God.

Have you ever seen a man open the car door for a woman and take her hand to assist her out? Maybe youve watched a man pull out a chair for a woman in a restaurant and wondered, why is he doing that? This book gives insight into the time-honored history of chivalrous actions. It demonstrates different actions that should be taught as expectations for a woman and man in creating a lifetime living of character.

Gear our youth with a strong foundation in truth and logicat the same time let them see the personal and intimate God of the universe.

Living with a Sportsman and Other Wild Things is a daily devotional that is filled with humor in life. This books talks about Marthas husband and his crazy tales of hunting and fishing and her humorous stories of rearing children, being the wife of a devoted outdoorsman, and living her life journey as a woman. Each story is followed with a spiritual lift for the day from Gods Word.

The scriptures in this book are written out so that you can use it as a daily devotional. Whether you read it 2 minutes or 20 minutes a day you will receive your necessary daily bread. By reading this book you will know how to Reach your full potential as a parent, grandparent, or guardian Have children or grandchildren desire to do what is right even when youre not around Prevent your children or grandchildren from having sex outside of a God ordained marriage Prevent your children or grandchildren from attempting suicide or illicit drugs Have your children or grandchildren reach their full potential in school Guarantee your children or grandchildren live for God from birth until burial Grow your congregation with ages 13-35 using this book for daily family devotions 88% of children who grow up in evangelical homes leave the church by the age of eighteen, never to return. Through this book and his message, Rev. Jamar Haynes Lee is helping pastors and parents turn this around. More youth are being trained to enjoy a daily relationship with Jesus instead of just a weekly religion. This message reveals why so many children have fallen away and how you can guarantee that your children and grandchildren do not do the same. This is the ideal book to recommend to a parent, grandparent, or to your congregation.

I create colorful and amusing dishes for them, and they eat it all and are delighted.

Many parents struggle with knowing when to inform their child about the child having been adopted as a baby. Some children may not understand the process of adoption and have questions before they enter a courtroom. Whatever your situation is, allow this book to help you ease into the wonderful world of adoption. This book is informative and helpful for the entire family.

If you are wondering about the value of a father, this biography is the definitive answer. If you are convinced that adversity ruins lives and inhibits character development, you need this story. This life of integrity was forged in the struggle of our broken world. Jack was an ordinary man who lived a modest life of faithfulness that had an immodest effect upon those around him. Jacks lineage is from a storied family in Appalachia. His childhood included his fathers absence during World War IIthat was only a preamble to struggles that would follow. It took the grace of God entering the family to shape a foundation to weather the adversities that inevitably came. Jacks outstanding achievement in life was his family. His faith, work ethic, resolve, courage, and his conviction would come together to shape a life that mattered. Jacks was not a perfect life, but one given to simple discipline and old-school values. His impact will reverberate for generations in his family. This fathers mark challenges fathers to invest in family and leave the sweet savor of a life well-lived. Jacks story is worth repeating.

In the afternoon, we went to the Salvation Army warehouse to help wrap gifts for children in need. Mom and I enjoyed our afternoon. I put Moms hand in place to hold the paper, and I would hurry to get the tape on before she lost grip.Mom repeatedly asked, Who are the presents for?I repeatedly said, They are for children and families in need. Mom was happy all over again.On the way home, I decided to stop at the health food store. I only needed a couple of items, and there was a parking space close to the store. Mom said she was too tired to go in and wanted to wait in the car. I agreed, and it would be quicker for me to go in alone. She was buckled in her seatbelt and hadnt yet remembered how to unbuckle it. I was confident Mom would be fine. I locked her in the car and told her I would be back in five minutes.I grabbed the items I needed, peeked out the window, saw Mom in the car, and proceeded to the checkout. There was one customer ahead of me. Checkout went fast, and I rushed out to the car. Mom was gone! I panicked like never before. I wanted to scream. My mind raced. What should I do? Should I call the police? I cried, Where did Mom go?

Gear our youth with a strong foundation in truth and logicat the same time let them see the personal and intimate God of the universe.