Books with author Patricia Tomlin

A magical new gift edition of this bestselling festive story, with a full page Christmas tree pop at the end.A brand new edition of Jarvis and Patricia Toht's beautiful, irresistible Christmas gift book that all begins with … picking a pine tree! Brimming over with the excitement of being with family at the festive season, a gorgeously rhythmical, read-aloud narrative accompanied by warm, joyful art celebrates all the familiar rituals of decorating the tree – from digging out jam-packed boxes of trimmings, stringing tinsel, to, at last, turning on those twinkly fairy lights.

In the last few centuries, scientists studying the world in an objective way have solved many problems. Yet, with the view that only measurable things have reality, they have managed to split themselves and all of us off from the deep spiritual connection needed to live meaningful lives. Thus the scientists came upon their discoveries in the world of quantum physics totally unprepared. Their view of how the universe worked was shattered when they found that they could no longer stand outside looking in. In some strange way they themselves had become a part of their own experiments. This Strange Quantum World and You is a book for those from 9 to 90 who wish to gain some understanding of this quantum world. This smaller-than-an-atom world can be known only be suggestion. This book is geared toward children and suggests a few simple experiments to learn how the energy and the material part of our universe may work and that they are really different states of the same thing. We discover how information is carried in such a way as to make everything and everybody a part of a spiritual universe which is ONE. This leads children to a feeling of belonging. It also illustrates the necessity of watching how we think, speak, and act, so that we do a more responsible job of caring for our Earth and for each other. Endorsements "Patricia Topp has done a remarkable job of translating the language of quantum physics into one that a child can understand." Fritjof Capra, author of The Tao of Physics "Patricia Topp's book offers a bridge between the world of form and matter's true essence. Easy to read, it offers a straightforward understanding in an area of previous wonder. Having been an educator for over two decades, I plan to use this book and its experiments with my 4th grade class." Laurel Petersen "After reading This Strange Quantum World & You, I understood a lot more about science than I used to. The drawings and experiments help to give a more clear idea of what's being explained. This book makes reading about a tough subject fun and easy to understand." Natalie Nix, 7th grade student "This book flows from science to the beyond. Quality, thoughtful reading for children from eleven to one hundred and eleven." Terry Turk, M.S., M.A., L.P.C.

In the last few centuries, scientists studying the world in an objective way have solved many problems. Yet, with the view that only measurable things have reality, they have managed to split themselves and all of us off from the deep spiritual connection needed to live meaningful lives. Thus the scientists came upon their discoveries in the world of quantum physics totally unprepared. Their view of how the universe worked was shattered when they found that they could no longer stand outside looking in. In some strange way they themselves had become a part of their own experiments.This Strange Quantum World and You is a book for those from 9 to 90 who wish to gain some understanding of this quantum world. This smaller-than-an-atom world can be known only be suggestion.This book is geared toward children and suggests a few simple experiments to learn how the energy and the material part of our universe may work and that they are really different states of the same thing. We discover how information is carried in such a way as to make everything and everybody a part of a spiritual universe which is ONE. This leads children to a feeling of belonging. It also illustrates the necessity of watching how we think, speak, and act, so that we do a more responsible job of caring for our Earth and for each other.Endorsements"Patricia Topp has done a remarkable job of translating the language of quantum physics into one that a child can understand." Fritjof Capra, author of The Tao of Physics"Patricia Topp's book offers a bridge between the world of form and matter's true essence. Easy to read, it offers a straightforward understanding in an area of previous wonder. Having been an educator for over two decades, I plan to use this book and its experiments with my 4th grade class." Laurel Petersen"After reading This Strange Quantum World & You, I understood a lot more about science than I used to. The drawings and experiments help to give a more clear idea of what's being explained. This book makes reading about a tough subject fun and easy to understand." Natalie Nix, 7th grade student"This book flows from science to the beyond. Quality, thoughtful reading for children from eleven to one hundred and eleven." Terry Turk, M.S., M.A., L.P.C.Table of Contents1. The Atomic Age Begins With a Bang2. Discoveries About Light in the 1800s3. What Is This Strange Quantum World?4. Particles/Waves5. What Is Solid?6. Information Networks7. Now You See It; Now You Don't8. Caught in the Web9. Faster Than the Speed of Light10. What's It to You?ExcerptMore than two thousand years ago the Greeks talked of the universe as being made of tiny marble-like things, which they called atoms. For many years this seemed to be a useful way to view the world.Then, scientists of the 1800s began to change their thinking about atoms being solid. They thought that each atom must be more like a small solar system with a center like a little sun. They called this center the nucleus. They thought even smaller particles circled, like planets on their paths around this sun. They called these tiny specks electrons. Like our solar system, the atoms were made mostly of great spaces. Their parts were thought to be held together by a force like the one you can feel when you put the south and north poles of two magnets close together.The scientists believed that they could find out how most things in the world worked if they could study these atoms. No one knew whether the scientists were right or wrong about this. Even after the first microscopes were invented, the atoms proved to be too small to see.Is it crazy to believe in a world that you cannot see? Many scientists did not think so. In the early 1900s, they made many discoveries even in the smaller-than-an-atom world.And then along came Professor Einstein! He did not use a microscope. He just put on his thinking cap and came up with all sorts of strange ideas about energy and the solid stuff

How to Deal With A Person Addicted to Pills – Prescription Drug AbusePrescription pill addiction is a growing problem in the US and also in other places around the world. This addiction can take a hold of many different types of people. This may be affecting your adult child, teen, son, daughter, sibling, sister ,brother or any other family member. Learning to live with an addict is not an easy thing to do. It is our hope that after reading this book you will have the tools you need to deal with the person in your family that has an addiction to drugs. Patricia Pain, the author, writes in such a way that you won’t be wasting your time sifting through a bunch of useless content. You are going to get straightforward helpful tips to help you find emotional support through this difficult time in your life. Here Are a Few Things From the Book How to Deal With a Prescription Drug AddictA drug addicts actions reflect on to everyone else within their family. Their actions affect their spouse, children, parents, grandparents, siblings, and other close family members and friends. In the instance of your child being addicted to pills you may feel responsible like in some way you caused them to become a drug addict. A child's drug addiction may cause fighting between other members of the family. Siblings may feel neglected by the parents and feel angry at their addict sister or brother. The siblings may become protective of the parents and try their best to get the parents to stop enabling their sister or brother.There are support groups within your community that can help you through this difficult time. You are not alone in this struggle there are many other families that are dealing with an addict. Most of these groups are anonymous meaning that they will not spread what you have talked about together outside of the meeting. This can be a safe haven for you and your family to talk about the things you are dealing with, without worrying of others being judgmental. Here Are A Few Signs That Someone is Abusing Prescription DrugsVery small or constricted pupils / Or droopy half closed eyelidsChange in mood or personality traitsChange in diet or lack of appetiteDifferent or unusual sleepSocial changes such as new friendsWeight lossAsking to borrow money or having financial issues As you can see after reading this book you will have insight into how to take care of yourself through this difficult time. You will know where you can find outside help and what steps to take to take care of yourself through this process. tags: addiction, prescription drug abuse, how to help a drug addict, addicted to pills, child addicted to drugs, teen addicted to drugs, how to deal with a drug addict kid son or daughter , support for family, support for parents dealing with an addict

Suitable for children from 8 to 12 years of age, the story follows the life of John Muir from age 8 to age 42. John Muir was an important figure in the field of conservation, founder of the Sierra Club, and advisor to presidents in protecting western lands from over-development. He was a deeply spiritual man, who felt strongly about caring for plants and animals. He serves as a model of one who lived life free from fears and limitations. He found beauty even in such disasters of nature as winter storms and earthquakes.

The Magic DaggerThe Magic Dagger is a spy story of the Second World War but it starts in 1648.Anthony is determined to join his father who is fighting with the Cavaliers in Maidstone. Cromwell’s Roundhead army outnumber them, and during the battle Anthony’s father is wounded. In the village of Boxley, Anthony finds a Cavalier soldier who is dying and the man begs Anthony to bury him with his much-loved dagger. When Anthony holds the dagger he is swept forward in time to 1940, where he finds himself in the middle of another war.England is threatened by a German invasion. Anthony meets Sylvia, Sam and Ben who have moved to Maidstone with their parents to escape the London bombing. They suspect that a spy has landed, but no-one believes them.Can they foil the spy’s plans and will Anthony ever get back to his own time?

Darby Finds a Home is the story of a dog that, through no fault of his own, finds himself in an animal shelter. In storybook fashion, the book informs the reader about shelters, foster care, and animal rescues. Darby is an English Shepherd. The reader will learn about this rare dog bred. Many herding dog traits are described. Training tips for how to teach your dog basic obedience are scattered throughout the book. The book also introduces the reader to dog agility. The story of Darby will delight children and their parents as well. It is a fun and interesting way for young readers to learn about dogs.

Darby Finds a Home is the story of a dog that, through no fault of his own, finds himself in an animal shelter. In storybook fashion, the book informs the reader about shelters, foster care, and animal rescues. Darby is an English Shepherd. The reader will learn about this rare dog bred. Many herding dog traits are described.Training tips for how to teach your dog basic obedience are scattered throughout the book. The book also introduces the reader to dog agility.The story of Darby will delight children and their parents as well. It is a fun and interesting way for young readers to learn about dogs.

Pick a pumpkin from the patch – tall and lean or short and fat. Vivid orange, ghostly white, or speckled green, might be just right...Illustrated by the winner of the V&A Best Illustrated Book 2017It’s Halloween! Which means it's time to dangle cobwebs and bats from the windows, put on costumes, and – most important of all – visit the pumpkin patch and pick out that perfect pumpkin! Then cart it home, scoop out the insides, carve a scary face, and finally light a candle inside, transforming it into a one-of-a-kind, glowing jack-o’-lantern...With warm, autumnal art, and a rhythmic read-aloud text that captures all the excitement and familial feeling of Halloween, this is the perfect book to share by flickering candlelight on the spookiest night of the year.