Character, Choices & Community


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Highlights the key elements of the Catholic moral tradition and lays the foundations for Christian ethics through experiential reflections of right action toward persons, communities and personal choices.




A Community of Character


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Selected by Christianity Today as one of the 100 most important books on religion of the twentieth century. Leading theological ethicist Stanley Hauerwas shows how discussions of Christology and the authority of scripture involve questions about what kind of community the church must be to rightly tell the stories of God. He challenges the dominant assumption of contemporary Christian social ethics that there is a special relation between Christianity and some form of liberal democratic social system.




Facing Ethical Issues


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"Pat McCormick and Russ Conners build on the insights of "fundamental" Christian ethics and apply them in making concrete judgments about a number of very specific contemporary moral problems relating to the economy, war and violence, medicine, sexuality and the environment." "Facing Ethical Issues is must reading for anyone wishing to make sense of our increasingly complex world."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved




Character Education


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Combines character education and physical education in forty-three community-building fitness activities that meet NASPE standards, and includes reproducible forms for portfolio assessment.




The Giver


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The Giver, the 1994 Newbery Medal winner, has become one of the most influential novels of our time. The haunting story centers on twelve-year-old Jonas, who lives in a seemingly ideal, if colorless, world of conformity and contentment. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and exclusive Q&A with members of the cast, including Taylor Swift, Brenton Thwaites and Cameron Monaghan.




Character and Community Development


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This book provides the conceptual, theoretical, and methodological foundation that teachers, principals, professors, and students preparing for teaching will need in order to be informed and effective planners and evaluators of character education programs and good character educators. Through its clear definition of terms, review of Constitutional and public support, comparative analysis of philosophical approaches, synthesis of many relevant theories of child development, K-12 core curriculum, description of many instructional strategies, and methodology for program evaluation, this handbook effectively prepares prospective program planners and character educators to create comprehensive programs that are developmentally appropriate, adapted to the unique needs and characteristics of school communities, and soundly evaluated. Dr. Vessels presents a wide range of options, developmental and practical guidelines for choosing from among these options, and a creative core curriculum and evaluation technology that he hopes school community members will find useful for their particular school or system.







Happiness and the Christian Moral Life


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Happiness and the Christian Moral Life introduces students to Christian Ethics looking at ethics as a path to the "good life" and happiness, rather than a strict set of rules or regulations. Revised and updated throughout, the second edition maintains the book's distinctive focus on happiness. Each chapter now features a list of suggested readings to point students and instructors towards further resources. Other changes to the second edition include a more fully developed account of Augustine's understanding of happiness, new discussions of how technology shapes relationships and happiness, and consideration of the relationship between the natural law and the virtues.




Classification of Plant Communities


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The natural communities of the world are diverse, and many schools of ecology have developed classifications of communities in partial independence of one another. There is consequently a vast and widely dispersed literature on the classification of plant and animal communities, comprising divergent approaches of different schools and representing a great experiment on the usefulness of different possibilities for classification. The editor sought in a re view monograph of 1962 to summarize these schools and their history, and in 1973 published a treatise on 'Ordination and Clas sification of Communities' as volume 5 of the Handbook of Vegetation Science. We were fortunate, in preparing the latter work, to have a truly international panel of authors to discuss different major ap proaches to classification. This second edition of the book of 1973 is intended to make the work more widely available in a less expensive form as companion volumes on ordination and on classification of plant communities.




The Ultimate Cosplay Guide


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**The Ultimate Cosplay Guide** Unleash your inner hero and bring your favorite RPG characters to life with *The Ultimate Cosplay Guide*! This comprehensive eBook is your definitive resource for diving into the dynamic world of RPG cosplay, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cosplayer looking to enhance your skills. **Master the Art of Character Selection** Start your cosplay journey by understanding the allure of RPG characters. Learn how to research and choose the perfect character that fits your skill level and personal style. From iconic characters to hidden gems, this guide has you covered. **Design and Planning From Dreams to Reality** Transform your ideas into reality with expert advice on costume planning and reference image analysis. Develop a meticulous project schedule to ensure you hit every deadline and detail. **Materials, Tools, and Techniques** Navigate the world of fabrics, essential tools, and specialty materials with ease. Whether sewing by hand or machine, employing advanced techniques, or simply getting started, this guide provides step-by-step instructions for every skill level. **Armor Crafting, Prop Making, Wig Styling, and More** Create show-stopping armor and props with insider techniques on material selection, painting, and weathering. Discover how to select the perfect wig, style it to perfection, and add captivating accessories. **Makeup, Prosthetics, and Photography** Achieve breathtaking transformations with tips on basic makeup, special effects, and prosthetic application. Plan your photoshoot, work seamlessly with photographers, and master photo editing to showcase your work. **Conventions, Fitness, and Troubleshooting** Prepare for conventions with confidence, navigate competitions, and connect with the cosplay community. Maintain cosplay fitness, manage stress, and troubleshoot common issues like costume malfunctions and prop breakages. **Budgeting, Time Management, and Building Your Brand** Keep your projects on track with detailed budgeting and time management strategies. Learn to craft a personal brand, expand your network, and create a captivating cosplay portfolio. **Advanced Techniques and Future Trends** Push the boundaries of your creativity with advanced techniques like LED lighting, animatronics, and 3D printing. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring emerging trends and technological advancements in the cosplay world. Immerse yourself in the ultimate guide to cosplay and unlock the potential to create, inspire, and elevate your passion to new heights. Get ready to transform your RPG cosplay dreams into a stunning reality!