Set in 1970 Yountsville, Indiana, the story follows Amara, whose life takes a turn after encountering a mysterious woman at an abandoned mill. This woman, Awinita, reveals a connection to a past filled with treason and relocation during the Civil War. As eerie occurrences, including banshee cries and break-ins, escalate, Amara's friends rally to confront the growing threats. With her crow companion leaving cryptic clues, Amara navigates between two timelines, grappling with her identity, love, and the enigmatic figures from both her present and the past.
Focusing on holistic well-being, this book introduces children to the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul. Through engaging activities and relatable stories, it encourages young readers to explore their emotions, develop mindfulness, and foster physical health. The book aims to instill a sense of balance and self-awareness, providing tools for personal growth and resilience. With a playful approach, it empowers children to nurture their inner selves while promoting overall wellness.
This groundbreaking book is where pastry meets art. Recipes and designs for
stunningly beautiful sweet and savoury pies and tarts encourage you to unleash
your creativity in the kitchen.
Shows teachers how and why they should bring play into the classroom to make learning meaningful, relevant, and fun. Research studies show that all students--young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural--benefit immensely from classrooms filled with art, creativity, and laughter. Fun, playfulness, creative thinking, and individual expression reinforce positive experiences, which in turn lead to more engaged students, better classroom environments, and successful learning outcomes. Designed for K-12 educators, The Playful Classroom describes how teachers can develop a playful mindset for giving students meaningful, relevant and fun learning experiences. This unique real-world guide provides you with everything you need to incorporate engaging, hands-on lessons and creative activities, regardless of the level and subject you teach. Building on contemporary and seminal works on learning theory and play pedagogy, the authors explain how to inspire your students by bringing play. into your classroom. This clear, user-friendly guide supplies practical strategies and effective solutions for adding the missing ingredients to your classroom culture. Access to the authors' companion website provides videos, learning experiences, and downloadable teaching and learning resources. Packed with relatable humor, proven methods, and valuable insights, this book enables you to: Provide meaningful experiences that will benefit students both in school and later in life Combine the principles of PLAY with traditional curricula to encourage creative learning Promote trust, collaboration, and growth in students Develop a playful mindset for bringing the arts into every lesson Foster critical thinking in any school community The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages is a must-have resource for K-12 educators, higher education professionals, and readers looking for education-based professional development and training resources.
"If you think that Julie Jones's beautiful creations are beyond you, think again. Jones shares all her tips and tricks as she gently walks you through ten different pastries and gorgeous recipes for sweet and savoury pies and tarts. It's worth buying the book for the chicken and chorizo pie recipe alone. Absolutely inspiring." - Diana HenryA masterclass in the art and craft of baking and decoration. Julie Jones is renowned for her highly decorative bakes packed with bold layers of flavor and texture. She is leading the pastry revival, believing that with a bit of patience and a love for food, anyone can create delicious, beautiful bakes.A comprehensive Pastry Recipes & Methods section guides you through 10 different types of pastry with step-by-step instructions. These include loved classics such as Shortcrust and Hot Water, as well as a versatile Vegan and Gluten-free, that can be swapped in or out of recipes with a helpful Alternative Pastry Key.Chapters include Fruit, Cream & Cheese, Nuts, Vegetables, Meat & Fish and Crunch & Crumb, featuring more than 50 sweet and savory recipes ranging from a crowd-pleasing Vegetable Patch(work) Tart to stunning Vanilla Slices.Dive in and be inspired by Julie's delicate decorations and full-on flavors - these bakes are fun and achievable, with swaps and creativity encouraged.
Baking became a form of therapy for Julie when her mother, who taught her to bake, was diagnosed with dementia. They began baking together again and Julie started her Instagram account as a way to document this precious time. Her devoted followers regularly send supportive messages and photos of their own bakes. Her effortless style and amazing skills encourage everyday bakers to aspire to go 'one step beyond' and create something beautiful and imaginative. Using natural and colourful ingredients, considered decoration, and beautiful pastry designs, Julie Jones provides ideas on how to make bakes that beg to be presented in a way that feeds your soul as well as your stomach. Across the 175+ pages, you'll find chapters on: Fruit Tarts and Pies; Cakes, Bakes and Treats; Bread and Yeasted Dough; Chocolate; Desserts; Weekend Breakfast and Brunch
