Books with author Patricia Dolman

In this fun Japanese children's book, kids will learn to create haiku—elegant and simplistic Japanese poems. Haiku is a uniquely Japanese form of poetry that uses vivid words and imagery to capture a feeling or a moment in just three lines. Short but powerful, haiku poems are easy and fun to write and share with your friends. Haiku has become increasingly popular in school curriculums around the world, particularly among teachers introducing students to the art of poetry as well as Asian history and heritage. The activities in this haiku-for-kids book will show you how to create haiku and will help you to think up meaningful words and images with which you can write beautiful poetry. Write Your Own Haiku For Kids introduces four styles of haiku to readers with clear explanations and numerous examples. This book includes chapters on: Your first haiku—how to get started writing this classic form of poetry Haiku about Nature—a traditional element in haiku Haibun—Haiku with a short story Haiga—Haiku with a drawing Renga—Haiku that you write together with friendsThe study and creation of haiku is a great way to have fun with both writing and reading poetry while exploring remarkable aspects of Japanese culture.

Sometimes the most spiritual of journeys help us return to the rhythm of our own heartbeat.In Stalking the Sacred—an accessible and funny memoir that follows the story of one woman’s quest to understand what comes after death—you are welcomed into the enchanting and remarkable world of shamanism, Celtic mythology, and the tribes of the Ecuadorian rainforest.After a series of losses, Dolan was determined to connect with her spiritual roots and access the deep wells of her emotional capabilities to understand what happens after death.What follows is a stunning portrait of a woman who fearlessly faces the spirit world with an open mind and an open heart, allowing the unknown to educate her and inspire her.Written with candor, humor, and warmth, Stalking the Sacred drops all pretenses and receives you into a reality where talking to animals, trees, or the dead is commonplace. All of us are on a spiritual journey, whether we realize it or not. Stalking the Sacred will invite you to explore all the breathtaking possibilities that await you…and the steadfast rhythm of your heart.

In this fun Japanese children's book, kids will learn to create haiku—elegant and simplistic Japanese poems. Haiku is a uniquely Japanese form of poetry that uses vivid words and imagery to capture a feeling or a moment in just three lines. Short but powerful, haiku poems are easy and fun to write and share with your friends. Haiku has become increasingly popular in school curriculums around the world, particularly among teachers introducing students to the art of poetry, as well as Asian history and heritage. The activities in this haiku-for-kids book will show you how to create original haiku and help you to think up meaningful words and images with which you can write beautiful poetry. Write Your Own Haiku For Kids introduces four styles of haiku to readers with clear explanations and numerous examples. This book includes chapters on: Your first haiku—how to get started writing this classic form of poetry Haiku about Nature—a traditional element in haiku Haibun—Haiku with a short story Haiga—Haiku with a drawing Renga—Haiku that you write together with friendsThe study and creation of haiku is a great way to have fun with both writing and reading poetry while exploring remarkable aspects of Japanese culture.

Sometimes the most spiritual of journeys help us return to the rhythm of our own heartbeat.In Stalking the Sacred—an accessible and funny memoir that follows the story of one woman’s quest to understand what comes after death—you are welcomed into the enchanting and remarkable world of shamanism, Celtic mythology, and the tribes of the Ecuadorian rainforest.After a series of losses, Dolan was determined to connect with her spiritual roots and access the deep wells of her emotional capabilities to understand what happens after death.What follows is a stunning portrait of a woman who fearlessly faces the spirit world with an open mind and an open heart, allowing the unknown to educate her and inspire her.Written with candor, humor, and warmth, Stalking the Sacred drops all pretenses and receives you into a reality where talking to animals, trees, or the dead is commonplace. All of us are on a spiritual journey, whether we realize it or not. Stalking the Sacred will invite you to explore all the breathtaking possibilities that await you…and the steadfast rhythm of your heart.

Haiku introduces five styles of haiku to readers and includes projects on:* Your first haiku--how to get started with the classic form of poetry* Your favorite season--exploring nature, a traditional element in haiku* Your own personal haiku--writing in haibun, a form of haiku that uses personal narrative* Haiku with pictures--creating haiga, an illustrated haiku* Haiku with a friend--developing renga, linked-verse haikuThe Asian Arts & Crafts for Creative Kids series is the first series, aimed at readers ages 7-12, that provides a fun and educational introduction to Asian culture and art. Through hands on projects readers will explore each art--engaging in activities to gain a better understanding of each form.

In this multicultural children's book, readers will learn to create haiku—elegant and simple Japanese poems. Haiku uses images from nature to make a statement or capture a moment. Haiku are short, but powerful expressions—making them easy and fun to write and share with your friends.The activities in this book will show the seven keys to creating your own haiku and will help you to get started, think up memorable words and images, and write the three short lines that make up a great haiku. With clear expressions and many examples, this is a great way to have fun while you explore the fascinating aspect of Japanese culture.Kids will learn to write:Their first haikuHaiku about natureHaibun—haiku with a short storyHaiga—haiku with a drawingRenga—haiku written to friends. About the Series:The Asian Arts & Crafts for Creative Kids series is the first series, aimed at readers ages 7-12, that provides a fun and educational introduction to Asian culture and art. Through hands-on projects, readers will explore each art—engaging in activities to gain a better understanding of each form.

Bullying is a problem that affects millions of individuals and it has become a great concern.Yet because parents, teachers, and other adults don't always see it, they may not understand how extreme bullying can get.Bullying is when a person is picked on repeatedly by an individual or group with more power, either in terms of physical strength or social standing.As you read, " Don't Be A Bully" with your family, please take the time to talk about the book. Pay careful attention to not only your children's words, but their actions and body language. Silence sometimes show us more than words. Ask your children how they may have handled the actions of Bully Beaver. Get your children's opinion of the actions of each character in the book. Parents get involved with your children, not just at home, but a school.Look inside to find out signs your or any child is being bullied!

The word Christmas comes from the early English phrase Cristes Maesse which means ... Jesus is the Lord Savior and every winter they celebrate his birth with Christmas celebrations. Discover the true meaning of Christmas by learning about the birth of Christ. Lesson Plans Included:Christmas Story (Gr. K-12)A Christmas Story Webquest (Gr. K-12)Christmas Symbols and Traditions (Gr. K-12)Modern Day Journey (Gr. K-12 ...

The Turtle and Giraffe is a first, of two books in a series focused on helping children grow and achieve Godly values through life lessons.In this book, children will learn from the turtle and giraffe that differences, such as size, do not affect the animals' abilities to work and play together to make the forest a happy place to live.So, we as humans also created by God, can work side by side helping to build a safe and happy world.

The Turtle and Giraffe is a first, of two books in a series focused on helping children grow and achieve Godly values through life lessons.In this book, children will learn from the turtle and giraffe that differences, such as size, do not affect the animals' abilities to work and play together to make the forest a happy place to live.So, we as humans also created by God, can work side by side helping to build a safe and happy world.

The Turtle and Giraffe is a first, of two books in a series focused on helping children grow and achieve Godly values through life lessons.In this book, children will learn from the turtle and giraffe that differences, such as size, do not affect the animals’ abilities to work and play together to make the forest a happy place to live.So, we as humans also created by God, can work side by side helping to build a safe and happy world.

Bullying is a problem that affects millions of individuals and it has become a great concern.Yet because parents, teachers, and other adults don't always see it, they may not understand how extreme bullying can get.Bullying is when a person is picked on repeatedly by an individual or group with more power, either in terms of physical strength or social standing.As you read, " Don't Be A Bully" with your family, please take the time to talk about the book. Pay careful attention to not only your children's words, but their actions and body language. Silence sometimes show us more than words. Ask your children how they may have handled the actions of Bully Beaver. Get your children's opinion of the actions of each character in the book. Parents get involved with your children, not just at home, but a school.Look inside to find out signs your or any child is being bullied!