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With its borders spanning almost the entire western coast of the United States and its size dominating most other states in the country, it’s no wonder California has long fascinated pioneers and scholars alike. With such a long history, it could feel overwhelming to try to gain a comprehensive understanding of the state’s full history—until now.California: On the Edge of American History is a stunning survey of a state many people call home, yet few truly understand. Based on masterly historical research, this is a book that immerses you in the full evolution of one of the country’s most electrifying places. This book approaches some of the most important parts of California’s story with honesty, compassion, and rigorous research. Whether you hope to gain more insight into the native tribes of the state, the Mexican War of Independence, the Donner Party, or what life was like during World War II, California: On the Edge of American History fearlessly exposes every light moment and every dark shadow with astute vision.A place of innovation, cultural immersion, and geographical beauty, California has stories hiding in every shadow of her landscape. With this book, you can learn them all.

To the Survivors is a deeply-moving, empowering, and brutally honest book about one man’s journey as a rape crisis counselor with true stories of sexual violence shared by survivors in their own words. Gently and beautifully constructed, To the Survivors is moving, tender, sharp, and piercingly true all at once. Readers will encounter uncensored written stories, poems, and interviews from women and men who have experienced rape and sexual assault, plus the advocate-author voice that weaves their experiences together. The survivors are diverse in age, gender, and ethnicity, yet each gives a similarity raw and heartfelt account of his or her victimization and recovery. The authenticity and vulnerability with which survivors speak resonates profoundly. But this book is not just for survivors of sexual violence. Robert Uttaro believes anyone can benefit from the words in these pages, rape survivor or not.

"Am I Okay, God? Devotionals from the Seventh Dimension" answers many questions teens ask dealing with hot topics like self-esteem, dating, bullying, abortion, careers, forgiveness, salvation, and even deeper theological issues related to the end times and the Lord's return.Woven into the devotionals are stories from the Seventh Dimension YA Christian Fantasy Series as well as from the author's life that touch on themes that are important to Christianity and what it means to be born again. Each of the 27 devotionals has a QR code and link to videos, music, and/or books for further discussion and enjoyment. Awards: 2014 International Book Awards Finalist for Best Non Fiction Cover Design and Christian Inspirational!

Thirteen-year-old Phoenix Taylor doesn’t believe a spirit haunts the old war flag. So he promises his great-grandpa he’ll return it to Japan for him and present it to the family of the soldier who died carrying it into battle. Phoenix faces many hurdles in returning the flag including his stepfather’s desire to give the flag to the governor of Okinawa. Each challenge he faces brings him closer to discovering the truth about his personal relationship to the Spirit of the Rising Sun.

Jordan the Jellyfish is lost and needs to find her way home from Sandy Point State Park to Mayo Beach, Maryland. She encounters danger and fun with her friends in and above the Chesapeake Bay. Her friends include Arthur the Anchovy, Curtis the Crab and Olivia the Osprey and they help protect Jordan and help her find her way home. The book includes facts about the Chesapeake Bay, the bridge, the watermen, jellyfish, bay anchovies, blue crabs and osprey. Also included are tips on what to do if you are stung by a jellyfish and tips for your child if they get lost. Story inspired by true events. Illustrated by Jon Munson.

This book is based upon documented psychological principles about effective ways of dealing with bullies. It emphasizes positive self-esteem and the pro-social importance of one person standing up for "the right thing to do" against the group. It also includes the values of exercise and social communication. "My name is Webby and I have 10 years of experience dealing with bullies. Standing up to bullies is tough. I wanted to share what it means when one person takes a stand." -WebbyWebby's helper in writing this book is Nancy Poe. Nancy has been a college professor for over twelve years, teaching a variety of college courses in Psychology.

Seven ordinary teenagers find themselves in extraordinary situations, after finding out they have a strange disease which has given them super-powers. Now, thrust into a world of where they can't tell friend from foe, they have to rely on each other, as they encounter a government organization, an unusual school, and a mysterious villain, all of which have their own intentions for the boys.

A story that both kids...and their parents...will love! Patriae has held its citizens under tyranny for too long. Its corruption has left the family farms on the kingdom's edge to be plundered by raiders—and Aria is determined to fight them. When she finds out from her brother about the Pararii, a secret band who use their special powers to defend the people—Aria is eager to join up. She soon discovers, though, that as a young girl—the first female—she faces judgment and prejudice. But she’s determined to do whatever it takes to prove herself and take up the sword. On this, her first mission, she unearths an alarming secret—and becomes bonded to an ancient magic. She must tap her inner strength to defeat an entire army. The future of Patriae rests on her shoulders. Can she prevail?

When eleven-year-old Stanley Cass moves in with his fourth foster family, things seem to be changing for the better. Not only does his school have the best basketball team around, Coach Taylor lets sixth graders into the tryouts.But Stanley has a few loose ends to tie up before he can shoot hoops with the big boys. Unable to read, surrounded by bullies, and ashamed of being an orphan, Stanley, aka The Crossover Kid, needs to dribble his wayout of several sticky situations before the final tournament.Includes three full basketball games!

Joshua Carter knows how to survive in a war zone. That's what he's been doing most of his life. Yet nothing's come close to the terror of 1863. Even if he lives to see his fourteenth birthday, just two weeks away, there won't be much to celebrate. In less than twenty-four hours, the Carters will be homeless. They’ll be out on hot, dangerous, dusty roads with 20,000 other Americans, most of them children, with the approval of the President of the United States. Guess somebody had to do something after William Quantrill tore through Lawrence, Kansas, two weeks ago, on the morning of August 21, leaving 250 children fatherless! The Union calls it "Order No. 11." Grandpa Carter says it reminds him of a teacher giving detention to every kid in the classroom because a few scoundrels are messing up. To make matters worse, the family’s not seen Cyrus Carter since he dashed over to Lawrence to check on his sister right after the massacre. Since Pa's not likely to be located by tomorrow morning when the family strikes out in search of a new home, Joshua's got some big assignments. At fourteen, as the oldest of five children, he'll need all the courage he can muster. Even before getting on the road, their route gets changed when devastating news arrives. Yet hours later, despite his overwhelming grief, the boy manages to find hope, like buried treasure, in the ground beneath his feet. On the second day out, after several hair-raising incidents, the family's misfortunes are eased again when an old friend of Joshua’s steps in to help the weary travelers get to eastern Iowa the fastest way possible. Despite the luxuries they enjoy on their journey, danger and adventures flow as swiftly as the rivers that separate them from their destination. Along the way, the entire family has an opportunity to learn much from the people they encounter, all who seem to have information and opinions about the current controversies dividing the nation. Finally, they settle down in a much safer place, living for peace in a town filled with abolitionists, even as the unpredictable war rages on. Bolstered by new-found friends, Joshua discovers within himself endless possibilities. As the war draws to a close, the mystery of Pa’s disappearance is solved. Now, the young man’s got a new challenge on his hands, one he can’t wait to take on. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this book, you get much more than the story! An educational, activity-filled website awaits students and teachers alike. Extensive, FREE, chapter-by-chapter lesson plans and study guides are available upon request. Instructions for obtaining these are on the back page of the book, as well as on the website: http://justfollowingorders.takecourage.orgA companion book—same story, same cover, slightly condensed, larger print, written especially for students on a 5th-grade reading level, is also available under the title “Mighty Tall Orders.” This makes it possible for students on two different reading levels to easily study the same story simultaneously.