Author : Joan Bauer
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 20,54 MB
Release : 2005-08-16
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 0142404276
Tree, a six-foot-three-inch twelve-year-old, copes with his parents' recent divorce and his failure as an athlete by helping his grandfather, a Vietnam vet and recent amputee, and Sophie, a new girl at school.
Author : Spencer West
Publisher : Greystone Books
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 45,80 MB
Release : 2011-09-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 155365952X
Spencer West is many things. Accomplished speaker. University graduate. Natural prankster. Former cheerleader. And a young man without legs—something that has never held him back. Spencer was born without the use of his legs. When he was five, doctors decided to amputate below his pelvis to better help him get around. It didn’t bother him; he was Superman and nothing would ever get in his way. Or so he thought. Navigating through life on his hands, Spencer has always lived with purpose. But he wanted more out of life than just a paycheque and material possessions. He wanted to make an impact but wasn’t always sure how. That was until he had the epiphany: He was different for a reason. Infused with humour and humility, Spencer has never lost the hope or courage he needed to tackle personal obstacles—bullying, isolation, failure, or pride. His secret? Always standing tall.
Author : Sam Carchidi
Publisher : Triumph Books
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 11,77 MB
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1623687209
As a powerfully built, third-year tight end with the Buffalo Bills, Kevin Everett had it all: a promising NFL future, a beautiful girlfriend whom he planned to marry, and an engaging personality that made him one of his team's most popular players. He also had a wonderful family that included his devoted mother and his three adoring younger sisters, for whom he had recently purchased a home in suburban Houston, Texas. And then, in a fraction of a second, his life was changed forever when he was paralyzed while making a tackle against the Denver Broncos in the 2007 season opener.
Author : Cheri J. Meiners
Publisher : Free Spirit Publishing
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 25,19 MB
Release : 2015-05-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1575425211
Integrity is an important trait for children to develop—especially as they grow, learn, and have more opportunities to make choices for themselves. With this encouraging book, support children in knowing right from wrong, making positive decisions, keeping promises, and staying true to themselves. Back matter includes advice for teaching integrity at home, at school, and in childcare. Being the Best Me Series: From the author of the popular Learning to Get Along® books comes a one-of-a-kind character-development series. Each of the first six books in the Being the Best Me! series helps children learn, understand, and develop attitudes and positive character traits that strengthen self-confidence and a sense of purpose. Each book focuses on a specific attitude or character trait—optimism, self-esteem, assertiveness, resilience, integrity, and forgiveness. Also included are discussion questions, games, activities, and additional information for adults. Filled with diversity, these social story books will be welcome in school, home, and childcare settings.
Author : C. Vivian Stringer
Publisher : Crown
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 42,50 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0307406091
Coal miner's daughter, gifted athlete, and head coach of the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights, C. Vivian Stringer tells her story of facing punishing odds yet managing to carry her burdens with grace and lead her team twice to the national championships
Author : Patty Lovell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 18,23 MB
Release : 2011-06-29
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1101653876
Be yourself like Molly Lou Melon no matter what a bully may do. Molly Lou Melon is short and clumsy, has buck teeth, and has a voice that sounds like a bullfrog being squeezed by a boa constrictor. She doesn't mind. Her grandmother has always told her to walk proud, smile big, and sing loud, and she takes that advice to heart. But then Molly Lou has to start in a new school. A horrible bully picks on her on the very first day, but Molly Lou Melon knows just what to do about that.
Author : Amar'e Stoudemire
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 46,72 MB
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0545473993
STAT: Standing Tall And Talented-- A slam-dunk new fiction series from NBA superstar Amar'e Stoudemire! Eleven-year-old Amar'e Stoudemire has a lot going on. He loves to go skateboarding in the park. He takes his school work very seriously. He helps out with his dad's landscaping company. And he likes to play basketball with his best friends-but just for fun. When a group of older kids start disrespecting his boys on their neighborhood basketball court, there is only one solution. Amar'e must step in and use his athletic ability and intelligence to save the day. This experience leads Amar'e to realize that basketball is his true passion.Based on the life of All-Star NBA sensation Amar'e Stoudemire, who overcame many obstacles to become one of the most popular figures in sports today. Amar'e is just as versatile in his off the court life as he is on. He is devoted to several charities. He promotes literacy and education. He is a media darling. And he has an amazing story to tell in this heartfelt, accessible middle-grade series.
Author : Isaiah McKinnon
Publisher : Gale Cengage
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 42,32 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
Former Chief of Police of Detroit's Police Department shares the story of his three-year term, and explains how after 30 years of service in the Detroit PD, he had the chance to bring his integrity and years of observation to the chief's post.
Author : Steve Farrar
Publisher : Multnomah
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 50,72 MB
Release : 2011-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0307779130
A leader must stand tall enough for his followers to find him. "As the God-appointed captain of his family," says Steve Farrar, "a man faces the challenge of spying out the social territory, marking danger zones, and taking stands to protect those in his charge." It's an active leadership role -- and Farrar's been training men to succeed in it for over ten years. In this paperback rerelease of his popular Standing Tall, the men's ministries leader "walks tall" through America -- observing politics, abortion, the gay movement, media trends, and the loss of our "moral boundaries." Farrar offers men sure biblical foundations on which to stand for faith-based living -- closing with "Seven Ways to Help Your Kids Stand Tall." A study guide/appendix makes it great for group use, too!
Author : George S. Kanahele
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 11,6 MB
Release : 1992-12-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780824815004
Outstanding thinkers of the Western world are pulled into his creation, adding luster, interest, and academic panache to this highly readable book.
