Books with author Mary White

We the people--these words embody the ethos of what it means to be an American citizen. As individuals we are a tapestry of colors and creeds; united we are a nation committed to preserving our hard-earned freedom. In this heart-stirring collection of watercolor portraits of military veterans--one from each of the fifty states--artist Mary Whyte captures this ethos as well as the dedication, responsibility, and courage it takes to fulfill that promise.Those who raise their hands to serve may join for different reasons, but all--along with their families--make the extraordinary commitment to place the needs of the country before their own. Whyte gives us the opportunity to meet and to see some of them--to really see them. Whyte's portrait of America includes individuals from many walks of life, some still active duty, and from every branch: women and men, old and young, and from a wide swath of ethnicities, befitting our glorious melting pot. From a mayor to an astronaut, from a teacher to a garbage collector, from a business entrepreneur to someone who is homeless, Whyte renders their unique and exceptional lives with great care and gentle brush strokes.We the People is not only a tour across and through these vast United States, it is a tour through the heart and soul, the duty and the commitment of the people who protect not only our Constitution and our country but our very lives. We can only be deeply grateful, inspired, and humbled by all of them.

Batman has been one of the world’s most beloved superheroes since his first appearance in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. Clad in his dark cowl and cape, he has captured the imagination of millions with his single-minded mission to create a better world for the people of Gotham City by fighting crime, making use of expert detective skills, high-tech crime-fighting gadgets, and an extensive network of sidekicks and partners. But why has this self-made hero enjoyed such enduring popularity? And why are his choices so often the subject of intense debate among his fans and philosophers alike? Batman and Ethics goes behind the mask to shed new light on the complexities and contradictions of the Dark Knight’s moral code. From the logic behind his aversion to killing to the moral status of vigilantism and his use of torture in pursuit of justice (or perhaps revenge), Batman’s ethical precepts are compelling but often inconsistent and controversial. Philosopher and pop culture expert Mark D. White uses the tools of moral philosophy to track Batman’s most striking ethical dilemmas and decisions across his most prominent storylines from the early 1970s through the launch of the New 52, and suggests how understanding the mercurial moral character of the caped crusader might help us reconcile our own. A thought-provoking and entertaining journey through four decades of Batman’s struggles and triumphs in time for the franchise’s 80th anniversary, Batman and Ethics is a perfect gateway into the complex questions of moral philosophy through a focused character study of this most famous of fictional superheroes.

Readers will learn more about themselves and have fun while exploring hidden aspects of their personality with the "Best Quiz For Girls" series, an engaging set of quiz books. Written with a low level of complexity and filled with nice pictures. "Best Quiz For Girls" series fun questions to share with friends as well as trivia throughout the books with also curiosities about princesses included in this book! Don't be afraid that your kids will not read this book because they will absolutely love it. :)

We the people--these words embody the ethos of what it means to be an American citizen. As individuals we are a tapestry of colors and creeds; united we are a nation committed to preserving our hard-earned freedom. In this heart-stirring collection of watercolor portraits of military veterans--one from each of the fifty states--artist Mary Whyte captures this ethos as well as the dedication, responsibility, and courage it takes to fulfill that promise.Those who raise their hands to serve may join for different reasons, but all--along with their families--make the extraordinary commitment to place the needs of the country before their own. Whyte gives us the opportunity to meet and to see some of them--to really see them. Whyte's portrait of America includes individuals from many walks of life, some still active duty, and from every branch: women and men, old and young, and from a wide swath of ethnicities, befitting our glorious melting pot. From a mayor to an astronaut, from a teacher to a garbage collector, from a business entrepreneur to someone who is homeless, Whyte renders their unique and exceptional lives with great care and gentle brush strokes.We the People is not only a tour across and through these vast United States, it is a tour through the heart and soul, the duty and the commitment of the people who protect not only our Constitution and our country but our very lives. We can only be deeply grateful, inspired, and humbled by all of them.

*** New Release ***Have your kids always wanted to write a book? Give your budding author the gift that keeps on giving, a book to co-write with Sophia the dog!The Kindle version is available for you to view the entire book. In the print editions kids get to write their name on the cover, write inside the book and fill-in an "About the Author" page, complete with their picture. Great for:car rideshospital staysvisiting grandparentsairplanesa great birthday party activity! Kids can even write it with their friends or each write their own version and compare. Is it a spooky story? A mystery? Funny? You decide!Sophia's owner begins each chapter and Sophia jumps in. Not long enough for kids to get bored.The perfect gift for every child who loves dogs. Sophia wants to write a book, but she can't because a dog can't hold a pen. She needs your help. Will you help Sophia write her story? The book ends with brainstorming for the next book and an introduction to storyboarding. "Sophia Wants to Write a Book" is the perfect prize for summer reading programs. It can also be used for classes on story structure. Additional ideas are in The Read-Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease. Teachers:"Sophia Wants to Write a Book" teaches creative writing skills that cover these reading standards: who, what, when, where and whydescribing how characters in a story respond to major events and challengesstory structurediffering points of view (narrator and characters) using illustrations to demonstrate understanding of characters, setting and plotcompare and contrast two or more versions of the same story by different student authorsdescribe characters in a story, including motivations and feelings, explain how their actions contribute to the sequence of eventsdetermine the theme of a story and summarizedescribe in-depth the character, setting or event, with specific details such as the characters' thoughts, words or actionsquote accurately from the text when explaining what the text says explicitly and drawing inferences from itcompare and contrast two characters, drawing on specific details of how the characters interactcompare and contrast the point of view from which the story is narrated, including the difference between first and third person narrationsTherapists:"Sophia Wants to Write a Book" explores fears, dreams, being faced with rules and being made to do an undesirable task (bathing). It is a great conversation starter, bonding tool and enjoyable home assignment.Perfect for advanced 6 year olds through middle school.

The first look at the philosophy behind the Captain America comics and movies, publishing in advance of the movie release of Captain America: The Winter Soldier in April 2014. In The Virtues of Captain America, philosopher and long-time comics fan Mark D. White argues that the core principles, compassion, and judgment exhibited by the 1940's comic book character Captain America remain relevant to the modern world. Simply put, "Cap" embodies many of the classical virtues that have been important to us since the days of the ancient Greeks: honesty, courage, loyalty, perseverance, and, perhaps most importantly, honor. Full of entertaining examples from more than 50 years of comic books, White offers some serious philosophical discussions of everyone's favorite patriot in a light-hearted and accessible way. Presents serious arguments on the virtues of Captain America while being written in a light-hearted and often humorous tone Introduces basic concepts in moral and political philosophy to the general reader Utilizes examples from 50 years of comics featuring Captain America, the Avengers, and other Marvel superheroes Affirms the value of "old-fashioned" virtues for the modern world without indulging in nostalgia for times long passed Reveals the importance of the sound principles that America was founded upon Publishing in advance of Captain America: The Winter Soldier out in April 2014.

What happens when you aren't with the ones you love? Do they forget about you? No. They think of you. Shi the puppy follows you through your day to remind you that no matter where you are, the people who love you think of you.With beautiful pictures, melodic cadence and ending lines that every child loves to say, I Think of You is the perfect bedtime book."When you're tying your shoes or brushing your hair, even though I'm not there, I think of you."The perfect gift for every child you love.BOGO, buy the paperback and get the Kindle matchbook for FREE! In the same tone as Love You Forever by Robert Munsch and Sheila McGraw, this book shares the love between two hearts. Scroll up and get your copy today!

It is scary to be without a home, especially for children.As homeless children wander and roam, living in motels and sometimes the car, they often must go to bed hungry. Being homeless is not fun at all. Now they must do everything in their power to rise above teasing from their classmates, be strong inside, and lean on their faith that God will provide and inspire others to be kind to them.A Place to Call Home teaches children about the growing problem of homelessness and how they can all help to make a difference.

Meet Jimmy. He’s a ninja in training with keen senses, immense speed, and unmatched courage—but only in his world, the one he visits every time he daydreams. In the real world, Jimmy is a scrawny nerd who gets picked on not only by his older brother, Russ, but also by the school bully Austin. With his grades slipping as he daydreams more and more often to escape his disappointing reality, it doesn’t seem to be going so well for Jimmy.This all changes when Jimmy gets summoned to the farm of Gram, his father’s mom, who until then he had never of. Gram shows Jimmy how he is special like her the moment she introduces him to Mr. Jingles.Join Jimmy as Mr. Jingles helps him discover his inner strength, loyalty, and courage on a vacation he would never forget. Prepare to meet ninjas, pirates, royalty, and a unicorn! Together with Gram, Pete, Edgar the wizard, and more of Jimmy’s ancestors, you are in for a one-of-a-kind adventure.

What happens when you aren't with the ones you love? Do they forget about you? No. They think of you. Shi the puppy follows you through your day to remind you that no matter where you are, the people who love you think of you. With beautiful pictures, melodic cadence and ending lines that every child loves to say, I Think of You makes the perfect bedtime story. "When you're tying your shoes or brushing your hair, even though I'm not there, I think of you." The perfect gift for every child you love. The matching puppy is available at amzn.to/2CXLmBr BOGO, buy the paperback and get the Kindle matchbook for FREE! Written by Marie White the bestselling author of the award-winning book, Strength for Parents of Missing Children. In the same tone as Love You Forever by Robert Munsch and Sheila McGraw, this book shares the love between two hearts. Scroll up and grab your copy today!