Books with author Sarah Christian

Regardless of time period, some things hold true: kindness is timeless.Invasion of privacy; divorce; relationship issues; encounters between people from different places and cultures; new technologies developed at dizzying speeds . . . the hectic pace of life in the late nineteenth century could make the mind reel.Wait a minute—the nineteenth century?Many of the issues people faced in the 1880s and ’90s surprisingly remain problems in today’s modern world, so why not take a peek at some Victorian advice about negotiating life’s dizzying twists and turns? Gathered from period magazines and Hill’s Manual of Social and Business Forms, a book on social conduct originally published in 1891, this volume provides timeless guidance for a myriad of situations, including:The husband’s duty: Give your wife every advantage that it is possible to bestow.Suggestions about shopping: Purchasers should, as far as possible, patronize the merchants of their own town. (Buy local!)Suggestions for travel: Having paid for one ticket, you are entitled to only one seat. It shows selfishness to deposit a large amount of baggage in the surrounding seats and occupy three or four.Unclassified laws of etiquette: Never leave home with unkind words.This advice is accompanied by watercolors and illustrations throughout. Though these are tips originate from nineteenth-century ideas, you’ll find that they certainly do still apply.

Regardless of time period, some things hold true: kindness is timeless.Invasion of privacy; divorce; relationship issues; encounters between people from different places and cultures; new technologies developed at dizzying speeds . . . the hectic pace of life in the late nineteenth century could make the mind reel.Wait a minute—the nineteenth century?Many of the issues people faced in the 1880s and ’90s surprisingly remain problems in today’s modern world, so why not take a peek at some Victorian advice about negotiating life’s dizzying twists and turns? Gathered from period magazines and Hill’s Manual of Social and Business Forms, a book on social conduct originally published in 1891, this volume provides timeless guidance for a myriad of situations, including:The husband’s duty: Give your wife every advantage that it is possible to bestow.Suggestions about shopping: Purchasers should, as far as possible, patronize the merchants of their own town. (Buy local!)Suggestions for travel: Having paid for one ticket, you are entitled to only one seat. It shows selfishness to deposit a large amount of baggage in the surrounding seats and occupy three or four.Unclassified laws of etiquette: Never leave home with unkind words.This advice is accompanied by watercolors and illustrations throughout. Though these are tips originate from nineteenth-century ideas, you’ll find that they certainly do still apply.

AP Human Geography Crash Course - Gets You a Higher Advanced Placement Score in Less Time Crash Course is perfect for the time-crunched student, the last-minute studier, or anyone who wants a refresher on the subject. AP Human Geography Crash Course gives you: Targeted, Focused Review – Study Only What You Need to Know Crash Course is based on an in-depth analysis of the AP Human Geography course description outline and actual AP test questions. It covers only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time. Our easy-to-read format covers: models in AP human geography, political geography, population, cultural patterns, industrialization, economic development, and more. Expert Test-taking Strategies An AP Human Geography teacher shares detailed question-level strategies and explains the best way to answer the multiple-choice and free-response questions you’ll encounter on test day. By following our expert tips and advice, you can boost your overall point score. Take REA’s Online Practice Exam After studying the material in the Crash Course, go online and test what you’ve learned. Our practice exam features timed testing, diagnostic feedback, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic scoring analysis. The exam is balanced to include every topic and type of question found on the actual AP exam, so you know you’re studying the smart way. Whether you’re cramming for the test at the last minute, looking for extra review, or want to study on your own in preparation for the exam – this is one study guide every AP Human Geography student must have.

Meet Emma and her imaginary friend, The Dragon! In this children's story, Emma discovers the power of imagination and the ability to keep herself entertained all by herself, by dreaming up a dragon for adventures. Read along in this children's book as Emma is sent out by her mother to play. Who knew dragons were so easy to create? My Dragon and Me is a beginner reader book that all children can enjoy, as a bedtime story or as nursery rhymes to learn. This is a read-aloud kid's picture book, written in an easy to read rhyme style that is ideal for a child from preschool to early elementary school age.

These are days you will remember for the rest of your life. Live each one to the fullest! Make It Count: 180 Devotions for the School Year provides encouragement for each day of the school year. Each devotion features a short inspirational thought or quotation, as well as a brief passage of Scripture that will help students focus on their daily faith walk and strengthen their connection with God. High school is filled with busyness and laughter, stress and work. Make It Count reminds readers to take a deep breath, treasure the moments, tell the special people in their lives just how much they love them, and make the most of every day

Meet Emma and her imaginary friend, Lumpy The Dragon! In this children's story Emma discovers the power of imagination and the ability to keep herself entertained all by herself, by dreaming up a dragon for adventures. Read along in this children's book as Emma is sent out by her mother to play. Who knew dragons were so easy to create?My Dragon and Me is a beginner reader book that all children can enjoy, as a bedtime story or as nursery rhymes to learn.This is a read aloud kid's picture book, written in an easy to read rhyme style that is ideal for a child from preschool to early elementary school age.

AP Human Geography All Access - Book + Web + Mobile Everything you need to prepare for the Advanced Placement exam, in a study system built around you! This AP All Access book, and the free online tools that come with it, help you personalize your AP Human Geography prep by testing your understanding, pinpointing your weaknesses, and delivering flashcard study materials unique to you. Review the Book: Study the topics tested on the AP Human Geography exam and learn AP strategies that will help you tackle any question you may see on test day. Visit The REA Study Center for online tools: At the REA Study Center, you can access quizzes, mini-tests, and a full-length practice test. Each of these tools provides true-to-format questions and delivers a detailed score report that follows the topics set by the College Board. Quizzes: 15-minute online quizzes test your immediate grasp of the topics just covered. Mini-Tests: 2 online mini-tests cover what you’ve studied in each half of the book. These tests evaluate your overall understanding of the subject. Full-Length Practice Test: Take our full-length exam to practice under test-day conditions. Available both in the book and online, this test gives you the most complete picture of your strengths and weaknesses. The online version of the exam includes timed testing, automatic scoring, and a detailed score report. e-Flashcards: With your score reports from the quizzes and tests, you can see which AP Human Geography topics you need to review. Use this information to create flashcards for the areas where you are weak and study them from any computer or smartphone. Get started with the 100 cards included with this book. AP All Access is a must-have for students taking the Advanced Placement AP Human Geography exam.

During a school year, a student’s calendar is filled with term papers, homework, football games, play rehearsals, band concerts, and so much more. It’s easy to get caught up in all the activity and forget to take a deep breath. Make it Count: 180 Devotions for the School Year is a unique devotional that provides students with encouragement for each day, as they count down the 180 days until the end of their school year. Each devotion features a short inspirational thought or quotation, as well as a brief prayer that will help students focus on their daily faith walk.

Charlotte is a two year old Shih Tzu, loved and adored by her "parents". As with all doggies, she is terrified of thunderstorms and fireworks. Go on this journey with Charlotte and she will tell you how doggies find refuge in The Magical Garden from their worldly fears.Read about how Charlotte takes her Daddy to The Magical Garden and how he is reunited with all his pups.A touching tale of a couple's love for their pups, their tragic experiences and the joy of reunion.

Prepared specifically to support social studies, map skills, early geography skills plus history and heritage topics in the National Standards Curriculum for grades 4 to 6.This workbook supports the use of the Social Studies Atlas for Jamaica as a practical tool in the primary social studies classroom. Written in line with the NSC.• Covers a wide range of social studies topics listed in the National Standards Curriculum for grades 4 to 6• Separate sections for activities and worksheets for grades 4, 5 and 6, all linked to learning objectives in the National Standards Curriculum• Wide range of practice activities to help students learn and revise content and build skills through years 4, 5 and 6• Based on up-to-date reference and thematic mapping, and supported by information on Jamaica from the MONA Geoinformatics Institute, Kingston, Jamaica