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Medical Gross and Developmental Anatomy is the course every medical student dreads. As one aspiring physician described it to journalist-author Steve Giegerich, "it's the bridge you have to cross if you want to become a doctor."

Four lab partners facing that notoriously difficult course at Newark's University of Medicine and Dentistry are Sherry Ikalowych, a former nurse and mother of four; Jennifer Hannum, an ultracompetitive jock; Udele Tagoe, a determined Duke graduate of Ghanian descent; and Ivan Gonzalez, a Nicaraguan refugee and unlikely medical student. This lively chronicle of each of their ambitions, failures, and successes has at its center Tom Lewis, the cadaver lying before them to be dissected. From their first face-to-face encounter with Lewis as an anonymous cadaver on the stainless steel table to a rich reverence for Lewis's generous donation of his body to science, what they each learn about medicine, compassion, life, and death makes for a fascinating insiders' account of the shaping of a medical professional. ... Read more

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realistic portrayal of donating your body for research. well done
Reealistic portrayal of medical school. the importance of donating your body for research. An intimate look into the life of a person who did just that and the family he left behind.

Rotten Book
The first third of this book is unreadable.I thought the book would be a treat for me, since I love anatomy and dissection.Not so!The author did apparently stick his head into the anatomy lab once, because he noted the prevalent odor.But he made no effort to learn the vocabulary of anatomy.The reader is left to continually make mental corrections of his stupid errors.In fact, even his use of everyday vocabulary and grammer is so erratic it makes reading a struggle which eventually defeated me.His substitution of "equanimity" in a phrase that called for "equality" is just one of an overwhelming number of such distractions.Giegerich does capture the personalities of the living occupants of the anatomy lab, so it's a shame he can't write.The blurb says he is a journalist and journalism teacher: I devoutly hope his field is photojournalism since reading his slapdash writing is so very laborious.I don't know anything about the rest of the book.I'm retired, and I don't have to work this hard anymore. -- Mary, R.N., B.S., CFNP

Body of Knowledge Enlivens the Path of Doctors
Journalist Steve Giegerich's has achieved a riveting piece of reportage in the "Body of Knowledge."The reporter examines the lives of four Newark University of Medicine students through a semester of Medical Gross and Developmental Anatomy (GA), the hurdle medical students must traverse to become doctors.One will keenly feel the mental, physical and spiritual toll experienced by the medical students dissecting the cadaver.The inclusion of the student's background and the life of the cadaver, known just as No. 3426 to the students, but reveled to be Tom Lewis, a devout Roman Catholic, is an effective addition to the book due to the humane tone gleaming off the page.

Giegerich's journey through the five areas of (GA), head and neck, thorax, abdomen, and upper and lower extremities is a fascinating and enthralling view of our complex body. For the most part, medical jargon does not overwhelm the text. Generally, there are no gratuitous scenes that aim to shock.However, the faint of heart may want to skip certain sections, most notably a vividly described craniotomy.

In short, Giegerich succeeds in bringing the path of would-be doctors alive with detailed, honest writing.After reading "Body of Knowledge," one may feel a deeper appreciation for the medical students who have taken the leap.

Bohdan Kot

Sir...I know gross anatomy....sir, you're no anatomist.
Body of Knowledge is a clever book; clever in the sense that it interweaves different stories with a common thread -- that being the art and science of Gross Anatomy.The reader is introduced to the students, teachers, staff, and most importantly, the man who would become the specimen, or more fittingly, the body of knowledge. It is certainly replete with several variations of the same theme: the unselfish act of sharing one's body to enrich one's mind.In exploring this theme, it is apparent that the author's aim is to show the reader how the simple act of dissecting flesh and bone can unlock the life history of the deceased. In doing so, the students are reminded that what is now a specimen was once a man who had lived, loved, laughed, cried, celebrated, and suffered...essentially, the man had been resurrected.
However, the theme does grow repetitive and tiresome after the first three chapters, and I often felt as though the author tried too hard to spell out what is inherently obvious to me as the reader.All in all, the book is a nice read, though very dry at times. The writing can be clumsy, and the transition from one story to another often does not flow smoothly.Alas, it's a good starter book for anyone interested in the art and science of death. It's often given as a gift to matriculating medical students by their medical colleges during the illustrious white-coat ceremony.If you can find a med student who has the book, just borrow it from him. Chances are he hasn't read it anyway.

Biography of a Cadaver
Steve Giegerich has written a book about a subject matter not only fascinating and mysterious but for some bordering on the gruesome and macabre. He takes us along with four first year medical students as they journey through the Medical Gross and Developmental Anatomy course and lab at the University of Medicine and Dentistry, Newark.

The book focuses on the four students who work at the same lab table and upon Lewis, the cadaver they have been provided to dissect. Despite the difficulty of learning to identify tissues, organs, veins and nerves, muscles and bones, they must also overcome their innate fear and resistance to dissect a fellow human. To make it easier for them, the identity of the cadaver isn't given to the students. However, readers are introduced to Lewis and learn about his life and personality and the human qualities and characteristics that made him unique and special, more than merely a lab subject. Even though the students don't know the specifics about Lewis, most seem to develop a profound respect for the person who has been so generous by donating his body to science. In fact, by the end of the semester, each student has developed a personal relationship and enduring memories of their experiences with Lewis, culminating in a formalized good-bye to this special person.

For the reader, this unique book provides insight into the rigors of medical school and creates a different perspective on the meaning of "donating your body to science". It also traces the origins and history of dissection and of the illustrations used in the ATLAS OF HUMAN ANATOMY and GRANT'S DISSECTOR. Most importantly, BODY OF KNOWLEDGE helps the reader gain an understanding and respect for the generous people who donate their bodies so others can learn. For those reasons this book is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. ... Read more

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Hyperlearning
I have read many books on hypermedia and authorware as it forms the basis of my Masters degree in ICT's in Primary Education but I have found none as practical and clearly presented as this. In Ireland, where I am based,Hyperstudio is very popular but simple,clear,practical guides like thisone, with a strong emphasis on evaluation and pupil learning are hard tocome by.I would strongly recommend this book to any teacher who isgenuinely seeking a new and workable approach to integrating authorwareusing the project method.The copy I read was loaned to me and I am nowplacing an order for my own copy. ... Read more

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Impassioned and eloquent—reasons and inspirations for nurturing your child's creativity.

Kids today seem to be under more competitive pressure than ever, while studies show that reading, writing, and the arts in schools are suffering. Is there any place for imagination in kids' lives anymore? In a dog-eat-dog world, why dream things that aren't there?

In gorgeous prose and through personal stories, Beth Kephart resoundingly affirms the imagination as the heart of our ability to empathize with others, to appreciate the world, and to envision possibilities for the future. The star of her story is once again her son, Jeremy (as in her National Book Award-nominated A Slant of Sun), now fourteen years old—a child who at first resists storytelling, preferring more objective and orderly pursuits, but later leads a neighborhood book club/writing group and aspires to follow Steven Spielberg into moviemaking.

Embedded in the text and appendices are examples of how to inspire children to read, write, and dream. ... Read more

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Every One's Imagination Needs Nurturing
Although cast more as an encouraging model for adults involved in nurturing and shaping children's lives and their imaginations, this is a delightful read for any age. We can all remember our childhoods. We all have imaginations that still need nurturing in a fast-forward world. And, we can all enjoy beautiful writing wherever we find it.

I especially enjoyed her chapter, "The Stuff of Memory," which reads smoothly like a personal essay that reveals hints to twitch our memories and the telling detail.

--Janet Grace Riehl, author Sightlines: A Poet's Diary

You can't go wrong with Beth Kephart!
Buy and read everything Ms. Kephart writes.No disappointments, EVER!!

An Unusual and Delightful Book
Given the title of Beth Kephart's new book, SEEING PAST Z: Nurturing the Imagination in a Fast-Forward World, I was prepared for a straightforward analysis of the very real challenges facing parents trying to raise imaginative, creative children in a culture that seems to eschew imagination and creativity. I expected a well-reasoned and well-researched argument, perhaps with specific suggestions for fostering young people's creative processes.

Instead, much to my surprise (and eventual delight), what I found in SEEING PAST Z was something quite different, and no less valuable. In this slender volume, Kephart strings together a series of personal essays and anecdotes, some of which focus on her own childhood, but most of which center on her fourteen-year-old son, Jeremy, and his development from a reluctant reader into a passionate storyteller, comic strip artist, and aspiring filmmaker.

Kephart primarily lets her stories speak for themselves, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions about her parenting approach --- discouraging competition and adult-oriented achievements in favor of pursuits whose rewards are not so easily quantified. Her stories are told with a quiet, lyrical grace rarely found in nonfiction.

Kephart makes the argument that kids' imaginations are vital, not only during childhood but for their whole adult lives: "I am hoping that the time we've spent on the imagination will enable him to foresee the consequences of actions not yet taken. I am hoping that it will reinforce a compassionate heart. I am hoping that it will steel him for the hardest times, by giving him faith in another, better day .... I am hoping, a mother's simple dream, that it deepens his happiness."

The author's success with her approach, not only with her own son but with the reading and writing workshops she conducts for other children, will certainly be an inspiration for other parents and professionals who work with children. She provides some practical suggestions for implementation in the several appendices at the end of the book, and includes many of the workshop exercises she used with her own son and other children. Parents and teachers will find many worthwhile writing prompts and reading suggestions here. More important than these practical guides, though, is what Kephart quietly suggests throughout her thought-provoking essays: a profound philosophical shift in how we think about children, imagination, and the definition of success.

--- Reviewed by Norah Piehl

A book to change the world
I'm not a teacher, or a parent--but I loved this book, and consider it extremely important.
Disguised as a collection of some of the most lyrical and evocative essays you will ever read, this book is really the operating manual for a child's imagination. How to nuture it, challenge it, and importantly, give it space to flourish--how to let the life of the mind grow into a garden, and not a parking lot. Yet this is not a book full of instructions (although there are excellent and very specific guidelines you can use to start a reading and writing group for kids on your own)--this book is an open door. Read it, give it to every parent, librarian and educator you know--and next thing you know, we might have kids who will be brave enough and free enough to imagine our world into new wholeness.

An important, touching book
I read Seeing Past Z with excitement and envy.Finally, a book that puts words to so many of the feelings I have as a mother, aunt, and teacher.Beth Kephart reminded me how important imagination is to every day life, and she's given me a book I can share with friends as we struggle to raise our sons and daughters with care.We're always complaining about how competitive everything has gotten in our kids' lives.Seeing Past Z has given me a way to do something about that.Thank you, Beth Kephart. ... Read more

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Everyone's favorite little brother is back, dressed as a zookeeper at his nursery school's Future Job Day.

Sam Krupnik is all set for Future Job Day at school. He already knows that he wants to be a zookeeper when he grows up. Sam's mother and his sister, Anastasia, help him make a terrific costume to wear on Future Job Day. The trouble is that it's so terrific Sam wants to wear it all the time. Luckily Sam's teacher helps out by suggesting that he tell the class about a different animal each day. Sam likes being the center of attention, but can he keep on being Zooman Sam forever? ... Read more

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Summary and Rating
Section 1- Summary

In my book "Zooman Sam" Sam as the main character is at Krupnik's nursery school. The kids were told to dress up as what they want to be for their job. All the other boys in his class want to be a fireman in his class. Sam doesn't want to be a fireman. Instead he wants to be somebody important.

With the help of his mom and sister (Anastasia) Sam dresses up in a zookeeper's costume. Who would have thought? Maybe the title foreshadowed a lot! Sam's teacher let Sam to tell his class a little something different like an animal everyday. He likes the fun activity that he finds both really fun and challenging! The book was great!

Section 2 - Rate the Book
I rate this book Four Stars (excellent)

I think this book was excellent because it shows what I can't remember what it was like in pre-school! But it was fiction since he isn't "Vibrant" like usual. I recommend this book to kids ages 7-12 that like some fun with a (almost real) pre-school's day.

Great Book!
This was a hillarious comedy of a 4 year olds life. It starts out when his pre-school teacher announces that they will be having a future job day in the upcoming week. Sam decides that he will be a Zoo Keeper like Jake in his Zoo book. His mom makes him a Zoo keeper outfit that says Zooman Sam right on top. His sister Anastasia borrowed some baseball caps of animals from her un-boyfriend. His teacher and he decide that he will wear one cap every day. But when he used every cap in his bag except for the scary ones what will he do?!? Can Sam be a Zoo man forever!?!

Read aloud for younger kids
Sam is a preschool boy who doesn't know how to dress for Future Jobs Day.He finally decides to dress like a zookeeper, his favorite character in his book.His mother stitches "Zooman Sam" on a one-piece pajama set of Sam's and his older sister borrows lots of caps with animal mascots for his hat.Since Sam only has time to show his class one hat, his teacher lets him continue wearing a different hat each day, and Sam works to decode the animal names on his hats.Nothing wrong with the story, but I have a hard time seeing how this story would appeal to "9-12 year olds," as the age recommendation above suggests.This book would be best used as a read-aloud for preschool through 2nd graders who are good listeners and don't require as many illustrations.(Another book of this type would be the Russell and Elisa books by Hoban.)

Zooman Sam Book Review
Have you ever wondered what you wanted to be when you grow up? Well Sam already has to figure out what he is going to be when he grows up.Sam Krupnik is a preschooler who wants to be something other than a fireman.All the other boys are going to be firemen when they grow up.Sam talks about all kinds of animals while he is wearing different animal hats.After school each day he has to train his dog named Sleuth.That is why Zooman Sam is such a GREAT book. Can he keep talking about a different animal each day?Can he train his dog?You'll have to read Zooman Sam by Lois Lowry to find out.

A nice Krupnik reunion - but more Anastasia, please!
Okay, I'll admit that I'm 23 years old.I grew up reading the Anastasia books, and since then I read anything new that Lois Lowry writes.I did enjoy this book very much - it's funny and touching, and Sam is a greatcharacter.I would enjoy reading future books about Sam.But I wouldenjoy reading a brand-new Anastasia book even more.Or, if the newKrupnik-family books will be focused on Sam, please add more"Anastasia!" ... Read more

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Jeremy knows all about what it's like to be the new kid, and this time he's ready to do whatever it takes to fit in. But sometimes you can be popular for the wrong reasons. Will Jeremy come through before he makes a real mess of things? ... Read more

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Good clean fun
Childhood can be tough, especially for someone desperate to fit in.Comin' Thru dramatizes one boy's desire to be liked until he finds out that there are more important things.A twist at the end of the tale will surprise kids as they learn to recognize the importance of doing what is right.

Important lesson in this book for children
Peer pressure on children appears to be inversely related to parental pressure on children.This is not necessarily a good thing for children, as peer pressure is usually associated with negative behaviors.In this case the issue is becoming accepted by one's peer group, by engaging in very negative behavior towards adults, and in this case the adult is the father of the child desperate to be accepted.The book will help teachers explore this very important issue with their students in the elementary and middle school years. The only problem I have with this book is that the adult is completely passive regarding this anti-social behavior.But on the other hand, adult sanctions would not have made the point that children must develop insights on their own regarding right and wrong as well as receiving messages from adults on this important issue.

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Like many an exclusive club, the medical profession subjects its prospective members to rigorous indoctrination: medical students are overloaded with work, deprived of sleep and normal human contact, drilled and tested and scheduled down to the last minute. Difficult as the regimen may be, for those who don't fit the traditional mold--white, male, middle-to-upper class, and heterosexual--medical school can be that much more harrowing. This riveting book tells the tales of a new generation of medical students--students whose varied backgrounds are far from traditional. Their stories will forever alter the way we see tomorrow's doctors.
In these pages, a black teenage mother overcomes seemingly insurmountable odds, an observant Muslim dons the hijab during training, an alcoholic hides her addiction. We hear the stories of an Asian refugee, a Mexican immigrant, a closeted Christian, an oversized woman--these once unlikely students are among those who describe their medical school experiences with uncommon candor, giving a close-up look at the inflexible curriculum, the pervasive competitive culture, and the daunting obstacles that come with being "different" in medical school. Their tales of courage are by turns poignant, amusing, eye-opening--and altogether unforgettable. ... Read more

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Excellent essays, but don't buy it to learn about how it will be in med school
I liked the format of the book.Discrete essays that allowed you to pick up the book whenever you had 5 or 10 minutes to read.Inspiring stories.Light-hearted.However, I bought the book to read about the experiences physicians had in medical school and what they learned there.I was looking for a "heads up."If you are looking for a "heads up" about medical school, do NOT buy this book.If you want to read some personal essays that are thoughtful and you like to read something light before bed, buy the book.

not really about med school
There are many stories in here, but very few are about what anyone learned in medical school. In fact the first section is not about med school at all. One needs to understand before getting this book that it is really about Personal Stories, not about med school. These people could be in journalism school or on a cruise as far as the focus of the book. I did find in the middle of the book a few interesting descriptions of the experiences of medical school specific chapters, but not enough to make this worth the purchase if one is looking for what it is like to be in medical school. One of the things the authors avoid is the descriptions of middle of the road students and another which I find most dissapointing is the just how do medical students get through this huge work load that is there especially in the first two years. So, if you are looking for interesting personal experiences that have med school as the stage then maybe you will want this, but if you want to read about the everyday week in and out what are they experiencing and how are they doing it as med students in med school, well there is a little of that, but I think you will be dissapointed.

What I Learned In Medical School
A collection of touching and unforgettable true-life stories of a group of diverse individuals in pursuit of a career in medicine.Some of the stories are so intense that they leave you wanting more and wondering whether these people finally achieved their goals. This book proves that you can get accepted to medical school regardless of your ethnicity, religion, income, social status or sexual orientation.

What I learned in Medical School: Personal Stories of Young Doctors
I believe this was a great book. It was interesting and certain things they mention I can relate. My mentor let me borrow the book and it really motivated me to continue on the path of medicine.

Not too shabby.
Not the best book I have read of this type, but interesting.Some of the writers come across as a little too self-involved (woe is me stories are not my favorite) and I skipped the poetry sections.Keven Takakuma's story made the whole purchase worth while, in my opinion.
I imagine if you are a minority going into med school, you could relate very well to the stories of the struggles and concerns of these students. ... Read more

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Chock-full of practical advice for teen and college age readers on everything from how to nail that first big job interview, avoid dangerous relationship mistakes and master the art of managing your finances, to circumventing the typical pitfalls of adjusting to the adult world, this valuable guidebook synthesizes a life's worth of wisdom into one engaging volume. The author, a self-made multimillionaire who did learn the hard way offers to young people what he wishes someone would have given him when he was starting out--a no-nonsense blueprint for personal and professional success. Told with self-deprecating humor and grace, this book is never preachy and features irresistible self-discovery quizzes that guide young readers to deeper self-understanding. ... Read more

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Good Gift
Gave as a gift.Arrived as scheduled and without issue.Gave to a college graduate who was a non-traditional student.Had good information.Pleased with purchase!

Life lessons not to be taken lightly!
I see where another reviewer rated this book poorly because they didn't believe all the hyped up reviews.I think that is a completely unfair review and perhaps would be better suited as feedback to reviews as opposed to a stand-alone rating of the book.

I've got the book sitting in front of me as I type this review, and I will say that all the positive reviews are very fair representations of what this book has to offer.

I honestly believe this book is suited not only for graduates, but also for parents.It is filled with life lessons we should all take time to teach our children.

It works really well for young adults because there are quizzes in each section that allow self-reflection.I believe this makes the book very appealing for those who need it most: college graduates and high school graduates.

For people like me - middle aged with young children, I can take the lessons in this book and apply them to not only my future, but also the future of my children.

FOR EXAMPLE:Chapter four is all about dating, marriage and parenting.Parrish's goal for the chapter is to advise the reader on making good decisions on the topic.Most Americans will tell you there is a serious problem with the way our teens and young adults relate to partners when it comes to dating and marriage.With almost half of all marriages ending in divorce, we honestly do need some good life lessons on the topic.In a numbered list in the chapter, Parrish reminds the reader to remember marriage is about trust and companionship, and not to let the physical excitement we feel during dating to rule whether or not our partner is worthy of our hand in marriage.

Hopefully Parrish's words and the format of this book will encourage young adult readers to consider the ramifications of each decision they make, how to realize a dream and make it come true, and how to truly become the person they aspire to be.It's certainly filled with great advice and life lessons and I look forward to sharing this with those I care about!

A helpful guide
You Don't Have to Learn the Hard Way: Making it in the Real World: A Guide for Graduates is sort of a handbook/workbook all rolled up into one. Mr. Parrish writes this book ideally for high school and college age students in mind. Though adults can learn and take away things from this book

I like that it was very easy to read. Each chapter is broken out into different topics like Human Relations, Making you dreams come true, and dating, marriage and parenting are just a few of the subjects touched on in this guide. At the beginning of each chapter, Mr. Parrish explains what the objective is for that chapter. He than shares true events that happened to him. Than the subject matter is broken down into sections. Those sections explain why it is important for eye contact, listening, etc. The reader follows the steps on how to help them achieve these skills or goals.

This book is very interactive as there are quizzes throughout this book. You Don't Have to Learn the Hard Way: Making it in the Real World: A Guide for Graduates would make a perfect gift for any young adult just learning how to make their own way in the real world, especially now in these times. Pick up two copies of this book today as you will want to keep one for yourself.

Did anyone actually read this book?
At this point there are 14 reviews for this book. All of them could have been written merely by looking at the book's dust jacket. Each one reads the same: "Invaluable advice! Can't wait to share it with my son! Wish I'd had it when I was young! Very useful!" Every review would be equally valid for a hundred other self-help books. Can anyone give me a single detail about it? A chapter title? A distinguishing feature? It's almost as though the book's rating was being artificially inflated by fake reviews. Though it sounds interesting on its face, I won't even consider buying it until I hear something specific.

worthwhile lessons shared for all ages

JR Parrish's new book found its way into my hands recently and I took a quick read. This morning the sun was shining, birds were chirping and I was feeling humbled by joy in the simple things in life.

I picked up JR's book again and started reading the foreword...and proceeded to read the book as a narrative of JR's life. I felt like what he was saying was a very honest sharing of some feelings I don't remember picking up in his first book.

I've always been a fan of reading about people's lives, and what they have done with adversity and the good things that have come to them. I got so much out of reading JR's new book...which included lessons he is still learning and sharing.

While reading the book I was having those moments when I realize I am really listening (as I was reading) to what someone is saying... not thinking about what I'm going to say and I got that nothing needs to be said. Just take in the wisdom JR shares openly and honestly as he talks about his life experiences.

One might call this a how to book as in how to do life without making all the mistakes we might make when we don't have someone guiding us. Call it a guide book. Whatever you call it, you can feel the desire JR has to share as simply and honestly through his story telling of personal experience what he feels can help any of us at any age.This book has some worthwhile lessons from someone who has lived a worthwhile life and wants each of us to do the same.

Aloha Emily T Gail ... Read more

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Children are never too young to begin exploring the many different cultures that make up our beautiful world. Whether we awaken to the wind blowing from the desert, the spray from an ocean wave, or snowflakes dusting the trees, we all share this truly magnificent planet. Through a young boy's eyes, we visit children from far away places fly kites in Japan, swing through the jungles of Costa Rica, play the didgeridoo in Australia...Marty Husted's vivid watercolors flow perfectly with Jane Hoffelt's thoughtful poem, helping us feel the depth of our global connections. ... Read more

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A heartwarming read-aloud book meant to be shared with and help expand young minds.
Winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award from the Publishers Marketing Association, We Share One World is a children's picturebook about the connections between people all over the world. Marty Husted's rich watercolors depict children worldwide from Russia to Tanzania to Japan. Author Jane E. Hoffelt expresses a positive message in the simple poem underscoring the theme of unity. "You and I, we share one world, / One golden sun, / One silver moon. / Day and night we breathe the air. / We touch the wind / And play our songs." A heartwarming read-aloud book meant to be shared with and help expand young minds.

Message of Peace
We Share One World is a beautiful poem.It shares how children all over the world are connected.The overall message is that we share one dream of peace.I strongly recommend adding it to your story collection.

A Timely Message
Whether we awaken to the spray of an ocean wave, the wind blowing from the desert, or snowflakes dusting the trees, we are part of something truly magnificent. It doesn't matter if we live in China, Canada, Peru or Australia-or whether we work in fields, waterways, mountains, deserts, or cities-the fact remains that we all share one world.

We Share One World is a delightful picture book featuring a heartfelt poem by Jane Hoffelt, and gentle water color illustrations by Mary Husted. Children are never too young to begin exploring the many different cultures that make up our beautiful world. From the fields of Tanzania to the hills of Switzerland, the jungles of Costa Rica to the tundra or Russia, We Share One World conveys the message that we can all dream one dream as we share this world-a dream that all peoples will live in peace.

Depicting various cultures and nationalities-as well as wild animals existing harmoniously-We Share One World is a timely message showing that world peace is possible...and it begins in the heart, one person at a time.

An interesting aspect to this book is the endpapers, which feature a unique map inspired by R. Buckminster Fuller which shows the entire surface of the Earth undistorted, revealing our planet as "one big island in one big ocean".

If ever humanity needed to be reminded that we share one world and that boundaries, barriers, and territories are all in the mind-whether physical or ideological-it is now.

A lovely book which celebrates ALL life on earth
It's no wonder this book was chosen as a finalist for the 2005 Benjamin Franklin Award: Children's Picture Book Category!

As this book so aptly illustrates, we share a truly magnificent planet. The book celebrates what people have in common rather than their differences. And it does so beautifully, simply and memorably. The story is told from the viewpoint of a young boy who "views" scenes from other countries, while the text points out that children everywhere share one sun and moon and many other things. From coastlands to heartlands, from China to Iraq to America, people are more similar than they are different, the boy realizes. At the end, all the children, in different, colorful traditional garb, unite - as do all the planet's animals. This lovely, gentle book celebrates all life on earth and exhorts us to live together in peace. The illustrations are vivid and magnificent. And the inclusion of Buckminster Fuller's unusual world map is a wonderful, thought-provoking touch. Readers won't be surprised to discover that a portion of the profits from the book go to The Children's Global Foundation, an organization dedicated to world peace and to helping homeless children.

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overcoming culture clashes
Rebeccasreads highly recommends WE SHARE ONE WORLD as a lively way to raise the subject of differences, as well as look at us all as sojourners on the same planet.

Since the Great Indian Ocean Tsunami of 2004, children in America have become widely aware of other people in other parts of the world, & so WE SHARE ONE WORLD becomes even more relevant. ... Read more

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The public school system in the United States faces a perpetual challenge in attracting and retaining well-qualified teachers. In Teachers Wanted: Attracting and Retaining Good Teachers, Daniel A. Heller provides an insider's view of the sources of this ongoing problem--and powerful suggestions for resolving it.

Drawing on national research as well as his own 30 years of experience as a teacher, a principal and an administrator, Heller argues for a new concept of public education, beginning with the nature of teacher training. He advocates partnerships between public schools and higher education to provide a real-world view of the profession to young teacher interns. Within the schools, Heller espouses active gatekeeping by teachers and administrators, effective mentoring between teachers, community induction programs, ongoing inservice training, and high performance standards.

At the heart of many of these changes stands the principal. From upholding the mission of the school, to interviewing and hiring teachers, to empowering staff to make decisions affecting their own work, to creating an atmosphere in the school that fosters professional development, the principal plays a key role in breathing new life into the teaching profession.

We can revitalize teaching--if we are willing to embrace new roles and responsibilities across the educational community. Teachers Wanted offers practical insights into the changes that are essential to building a dynamic, intellectually challenging school environment that will attract and keep the most highly qualified teachers. ... Read more

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A NIce Simple Book about How to Keep Good Teachers
This book is a simple explaination about how to keep teachers from leaving the profession and attracting them in the first place.The intended audience is administration and it could be quite helpful to them.A good book to use for a workshop.Easy to read, and a quick read also. ... Read more

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This book provides situations and issues that teachers may encounter when working with ELLs, and offers grade-level appropriate solutions, teaching approaches, and activities to address them. Each chapter opens with a brief overview of relevant research and key teaching principles. The book is framed around real questions from real teachers in the field and offers strategies related to oral communication, reading, writing, assessment, special need students, and home school issues. For use with Grades 6-12. ... Read more

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Create a passion for books...
Parents,teachers,librarians and anyone who loves books... this is a perfect book to help introduce the love of books and reading to children!

J.Patrick Lewis provides 15 short and wonderful poems on books and reading while Kyle M. Stone enhances each poem with a beautiful illustration which will allow your child's imagination to run wild!(I believe even your imagination might run wild as well!)

The poems are fun and witty; perfect for reading out loud. There are some that can live on. This is especially true of the poem "What if books had different names"... Imagine the fun you can have with a child if you ask them to rename some of their favorite books in a new way- Lewis provides some help... Furious George for Curious George,The Emperor Has No Clues... and many others.

There is one poem that says it all about the joy of reading. It is called appropriately enough "A Classic"

"A child's book is a classic
If at six, excitedly
You read it to another kid
Who just turned sixty-three."

This book is a feast for the eyes (the cover alone is worth the price) and for the ears.
If you love books and want to help instill that love in a child... then this is the perfect book for you and that child!

Perfect for a librarian
I'm a librarian and I love this book.My boys gave it to me for Christmas and it was perfect.The artwork is beautiful and the poems are very clever.

Fun and Silly Poems
Filled with lots of fun and silly poems that children and educators would enjoy.The book also features beautiful illustrations for each poem.A must have for any school library or elementary school classroom.

Big Disappoinment
I love to read and I was hoping this book would have some inspiration for children.In my opinion it does not. As a retired librarian I doubt any of my "kids" would have picked it up and checked it out.

Great book of poetry!
My daughter is not even a year old yet, and she has the beginnings of an excellent library of her own.When I saw this book, I had to pick it up and check it out.

As a previous reviewer noted, the poems are good, but the illustrations really make the book.I enjoy reading these poems to my daughter now, and I'm sure we will enjoy them for many years to come! ... Read more

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Reading Their World, 2/e provides the most extensive examination of young adult literature available today. ... Read more

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Great!
The book was sent in a very timely manner.I appreciate how well it went. ... Read more

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Easy Patterns for Write-and-Read Banners That Build Literacy and Brighten Your Classroom
Teachers can build early writing and reading skills‹and beautify their classrooms‹with these easy cooperative banners that celebrate what makes every child unique. Banners celebrate special occassions and favorite topics such as Back to School, All About Me, the Alphabet, Halloween, Valentine's Day, Teeth, the 100th Day of School, and manymore. ... Read more

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Written and published by students at Denver Academy, this book speaks directly to parents, educators and other students about abilities, opportunities and a can-do spirit that some fear may be lacking in the upcoming generation.This book is proof that the future is safe in the hands of today's young people. ... Read more

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Excellence in Practice
Such a wonderful book by these young people assisted by their very gifted teacher.As someone in my elder years who couldn't adhere to the structured classroom, I look with amazement at what could have been and so glad to see now happening for this generation.
Thank you dear students and Mr Brookhart for such hope for our future.

Globalistic is a must read!
This book is eye-opening and gave me words for what I had already intuited regarding our educational system and the children who fall through the cracks - the very children who have something profound to offer our future.Reading the students' stories inspired me, gave me insight, and brought tears to my eyes.This book offers that which is missing in the traditional educational system - consideration for the students, for who they are, for what they have to offer and then allowing them to be so! I invite you to not only read this book, but to really listen to what the students are teaching us.The time is now.Thank you, Ramsey Brookhart and Millennial classroom 2009!

Eyeopening
What an incredible book!It is really eyeopening to see how seriously our educational system is failing so many, and Ramsey Brookhart and the Denver Academy should be commended for their incredible work with these kids.
I learned so many things I had not realized about this new generation, and I will always see them differently thanks to what I learned from this book.

AMAZING READ
This book opened my eyes to the struggles and heartbreak of children.I was amazed at the writing ability of the young adults and found all range of emotions as I read the book--from humor to sadness.I praise Ramsey Brookhart for his endeavor and amazed what he was able to bring out in his students.I recommend this book for anyone of any age.

A MUST read for everyone!
This is a heartwarming, inspirational read for not only teachers but parents, kids and anyone looking to better understand this cyber world in which we are living!Ramsey Brookhart's work is worthy of praise and the students are deserving of an award!

The students' writing, down to the small dyslexic errors and grammatical inaccuracies, brings this book to life and makes it REAL.I felt like I knew these kids after I read this book, but more importantly I felt like I knew what these kids have been through.It is baffling and sad that these kids might have fallen through the cracks in our traditional educational systems. ... Read more

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Here is the story of a young boy who is about to enter first grade and doesn't know quite what to expect. Will his friends be there? Will he have to know how to read and spell? What if he can't understand anything his teacher says? Looks like a case of first grade jitters!

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Review from Books That Heal Kids
One of my favorite things about this one is the word - Jitters. What a FANTASTIC way to describe difficult feelings like fear and anxiety to a six year old. Most children don't know how to communicate those types of emotions because they are not equipped with the language and coping skills. It makes me think about the importance of emotional intelligence. As an educator I am a big part of helping the inner growth of a child. Bibliotherapy like this is a great step in supporting that growth especially when students are feeling school is a fearsome place. I showed First Grade Jitters to both of our 1st grade teachers and they read it at the start of the school year. Apparently, at the end of the day one of the teachers commented to her students she was nervous about something. "Oh, well then you have the jitters," replied one of her students. This gave me an "I heart kids" moment. It will be nice as the school counselor to use the word jitters as a communication and validation tool.

First Grade Jitters
This book is a must to read to first graders on their first day of school. A little rabbit is very worried about his first day in first grade.He shares his jitters with his friends. Read to find out how his first day goes.This book will spur a great discussion among the children about their own first grade jitters. ... Read more

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In engaging, anecdotal prose, Ralph Fletcher provides a wealth of specific, practical strategies for challenging and extending student writing. ... Read more

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Refresh the Writing Classroom with What a Writer Needs
Ralph Fletcher's What a Writer Needs surpassed all my expectations.As an assigned text for the Colorado Writing Project summer 2009, What a Writer Needs provided unique and innovative ideas for engaging students in the craft of writing.Whether you are a teacher of writing or a teacher who writes, this is a text that will immerse you in the spirit of writing.Lessons are clear, concise andmeaningful. The autobiographical approach used by Fletcher offers "over the shoulder" mentor support.

What I Needed
Ralph Fletcher's "What a Writer Needs" is what I needed. Fletcher's writing is itself delightful. I WANT to sit down with the book and dip into it. His children's examples range from simple to profound, representing the gamut of talent and subject matter. But these are real kids with their invented spelling and honest perceptions of the world. I know kids like these. The book makes me want to write and to teach writing. What more could I ask for?

What a teacher of writing needs...
This is an outstanding book about the philosphy and art of crafting writing and the even trickier art of teaching it to students.If you enjoy this book, check our the shorter"Craft Lessons" as well - it's full of great mini-lessons and tricks.

Easy-to-Read Wonder
This easy-to-read wonder was required reading in my graduate class.Everyone in the class loved the book and found it extremely useful.

I've read it twice
A great inspiring resource for those who want to write or teach writing. It's not perfect, but it's very real. ... Read more

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The principles of teaching poetry discussed are applicable to any classroom of student poets, regardless of age. ... Read more

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Awesome book - if you teach writing / poetry, must read!
This book is the best book I've ever read on teaching anything. If you are going to purchase one book on how to teach writing, this is the one.

For the Good of the Earth and Sunis Good for All!
I am a senior studying elementary education at the University of Florida. I practically used this wonderful book as my bible for methods and strategies of how to teach poetry to young and/or reluctant students.
This book is a clear and concise journey of how to "prepare thesoil" and get children writing poetry! The book includes extensiveexamples of student writing and is highly recommended to anyone teaching(or who is planning to teach) a language arts curriculum, students, andeven parents who want to encourage the writing of their children. ... Read more

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4 beautiful gilded softcover pocketbooks in a specialpresentation box

'Supreme Knowledge for everyone-everywhere'

Maharishi Speaks to Educators has been compiled as a reference text tocompliment Maharishi Vedic University's 'Course forEducators'. Contained in four volumes of twenty different themes, themain points of knowledge in each lecture bring out the most salientpoints of the course. These main points are from Maharishi's lecturesto educators around the world from 1970 to 1986. Here is the formulafor educators to gain mastery over Natural Law-'the ability to knowanything, do anything, and accomplish anything and make their nationinvincible'. (20 themes: 101 lectures - 4 volumes in one case binding) ... Read more

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Need A Balanced View
I just wonder why all of the books for Maharishi Mahesh Yogi are all given a rating of 5. Could it be that they are all so wonderfully great? Or could it be that the reviews are all written by people in the TM movement? I would tend to think the latter.

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times
Maharishi Speaks to Educators
>Mastery Over Natural Law
>
>READER REVIEW FROM: HIGH-SCHOOL TEACHER, NEW YORK,
>USA
>
>Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times
>
>The term 'consciousness' is bandied around a lot
>these days. It is a relief
>to find someone who can not only tell us what it is,
>but also provide a way
>to develop it. If, as Maharishi suggests, 'knowledge
>is structured in
>consciousness' (meaning that the quality of
>knowledge we can gain is
>determined by the quality of our consciousness, or
>inner alertness), then
>developing consciousness is the foundation of the
>educational process. What
>Maharishi is telling us is that education should not
>be based merely on
>providing information, but, most importantly, on
>providing knowledge of the
>'knower'.
>
>Maharishi bases his approach on a new paradigm--that
>consciousness is an
>unbounded field found deep within everything in
>creation, including the
>individual mind. Transcendental Meditation opens
>individual awareness to tha>t
>unbounded level of life.
>
>The information in these four little volumes is like
>a ray of sunshine
>dispelling the haze of mysticism that has for
>centuries shrouded the ancient>
>maxim, 'Know thyself'.
>
>This set of books speaks to the need of educators to
>grow in our own
>consciousness so that we can teach from the level of
>our own fullness.
>
>After all that has been written about education,
>here is a profoundly new an>d
>vital to offer. I find it very refreshing.

At Last! The Answer to Educators' Deepest Questions
Book Review of:
Maharishi Speaks to Educators
Mastery Over Natural Law

REVIEWED BY: Paula Fairchild, Fairfield, IA, USA

This book is for me. As a high school teacher and college instructor, I want students to wake up to who they really are and what education can offer them. Maharishi Speaks to Educators answers these questions once and for all. These lectures, which are summarized in main points, bring out that a fully educated person must have the regular experience of Transcendental Consciousness, which Maharishi describes as the 'unbounded, infinite value of life', in order to gain real mastery of life and be free from problems and mistakes.

The depth of practical wisdom contained in these books is far
beyond the scope of any educational philosophy. I've used these principles in my classes and they work. These pocket-sized volumes fit easily into my blazer, allowing me to share these gems with my colleagues.

Those reading this book--students and educators alike--will see that this practical approach makes sense. There is hope. Here it is. I've seen the results. ... Read more