Books with author Rachel O. Williams

Explore ten of the world's most diverse environments and reveal their hidden secrets with a magic, three-colored lens that illuminates each page in a kaleidoscope of color. Discover the dark and mysterious creatures of the night, whose super-sensory powers allow them to live and survive in the shadows, then switch the lens to step into daylight, where the heat of the sun supercharges the secret lives of creatures big and small. Finally, use the third lens to reveal the luscious plant life of every habitat as you travel through a jungle, a reef, grasslands, woodland and uncover a world that never sleeps with Milan-based design-duo, Carnovsky.

Though born in 1965, Rachel s story could easily have been set in the 1800s. Wearing long dresses and broad brimmed bonnets and living without modern conveniences including electricity, telephone, radio, television, or indoor plumbing, she and her two older brothers were shaped by the extreme religious views of her iron-willed, Vietnam-veteran father and malleable, practical-minded mother. The family separated from society and lived under often harsh conditions in an old, abandoned house atop a remote range of hills in Tennessee, awaiting the end of the world. Then at 16, Rachel was forced to face the world in which she was not raised to live. She struggled to adjust to an unsheltered life without casting aside the good along with the bad. Eventually she found her way to a full, balanced, and vibrant life. Rachel shares an amazing story that ultimately testifies of God s faithful and restorative loving care.

With Paige & Paxton, STEM starts with a story. These beautifully illustrated storybooks explore STEM concepts and careers through the lens of precocious little puzzle piece characters who live, work and play on the magical island of Puzzleland. In this heart-warming tale of perseverance and friendly sibling rivalry, you’ll find yourself rooting for little Paxton, as he searches for his “perfect fit.” Paxton tests his mettle while gaining a new perspective on something he loves: technology. He discovers that technology is more than gadgets and machines. It’s creating new things and new ways of doing things to make our lives easier. Couple the storybook with the companion “Workbook for Paxton Finds His Perfect Fit” to complete the set. Paige & Paxton books introduce STEM to children in new and dynamic ways, laying the foundation for a lifetime love of inquiry and learning.

With Paige & Paxton, STEM starts with a story. These beautifully illustrated storybooks feature precocious puzzle piece characters who introduce STEM through the lens of childhood experiences. In this adventure, Paige is searching for her perfect fit. In Puzzleland, all the puzzle pieces are different. But each has a perfect fit—something he or she loves to do. Paige not only finds her passion, but also discovers that science is a way to find answers to her questions about the world. This imaginative tale uses a childhood lens of curiosity to convey the basis of scientific inquiry and investigation: asking questions, observing the world and finding answers by trying different things. Couple the storybook with the companion “Workbook for Paige Finds Her Perfect Fit” to complete the set.

The book is a memoir of growing up in physical and social isolation stemming from a one-family, cult-like version of extreme religion, yet shaking free from family dysfunction and spiritual abuse to develop a wholesome life grounded in faith. Though born in 1965, Rachel’s story could easily have been set in the 1800s. Wearing long dresses and broad-brimmed bonnets and living without modern conveniences including electricity, telephone, radio, television, or indoor plumbing, she and her two older brothers were shaped by the extreme religious views of her iron-willed, Vietnam-veteran father and malleable, practical-minded mother. The family separated from society and lived under often harsh conditions in an old, abandoned house atop a remote range of hills in Tennessee, awaiting the end of the world. Then at 16, Rachel was forced to face the world in which she was not raised to live. She struggled to adjust to an unsheltered life without casting aside the good along with the bad. Eventually she found her way to a full, balanced, and vibrant life. Rachel shares an amazing story that ultimately testifies of God’s faithful and restorative loving care.

With Paige & Paxton, STEM starts with a story. These beautifully illustrated storybooks feature precocious puzzle piece characters who introduce STEM through the lens of childhood experiences. In this adventure, the title characters visit their wise and lovable Grandpapa who always has a lot of fun things for the siblings to do. But fun is just a piece of it. Grandpapa Puzzle is the oldest puzzle piece on the island and its only paleontologist. Paleontologists are the dinosaur experts.While this intergenerational tale warms the heart and stimulates the imagination, it also provides a critical missing link: the scientific significance of the remains of plants and animals like dinosaurs. Bones and fossils provide us with clues as to what the world might have been like a long, long time ago--before there were people to write things down! Little dinosaur enthusiasts will also enjoy the companion “Workbook for Paige & Paxton Discover a Piece of the Past.”

Paxton is a puzzle piece. He lives in Puzzleland with his mom, his dad and his older sister, Paige. In Puzzleland, all the puzzle pieces are different. But each puzzle piece has its perfect fit—something he or she loves to do. In this heart-warming tale of self-discovery and friendly sibling rivalry, you’ll find yourself rooting for little Paxton, as he searches for his perfect fit. For Paxton, there’s a heightened sense of urgency because big sister Paige has already found hers. The entire family will enjoy the second book in this delightful series of adventures that celebrates individuality and perseverance and reminds us that failing is an essential part of growing and learning.

With Paige & Paxton, STEM starts with a story. These beautifully illustrated storybooks feature precocious puzzle piece characters who introduce STEM through the lens of childhood experiences. Paige and Paxton love Sundays. Every Sunday, the siblings meet up with their cousin, Parker, and his family, at their Grandparents’ house for dinner. It’s a time when the entire Puzzle clan catches up on what’s going on. But Parker has a surprise for Paige and Paxton. Parker has found his perfect fit, and it’s math! Grandmama Puzzle takes the lead in this charming tale steeped in family traditions. She helps the cousins discover the countless ways in which we use math--from the time we wake up in the morning until we go to bed at night. Something even more astonishing. Parker is a “math” person, but everyone can be good at math. It just takes practice! Couple the storybook with the companion “Workbook for Parker Finds His Perfect Fit,” to complete the set.