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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Building A City On A Hill: African American Communities of Purpose Student Workbook explores how we can shine for Jesus by demonstrating Christian character wherever God has placed us. Each chapter reminds us that God calls us to be Christians at home, at work, and in the community. This call enables us to change lives and foster economic development, which causes families and communities to flourish. A revisit of historic Black towns showcases the self-sufficient businesses and enterprises that African Americans built after emancipation. Vocational excellence, unselfish service, and an awareness that God is at work in each life are key to this curriculum.Building A City On A Hill is suitable for Adult Vacation Bible School, small groups, and individual Bible study. The lives of ten Bible characters serve as examples of good works and moral excellence while being the light in their particular situations. By learning about these characters, you will be inspired and equipped to be the light of the world.USE THIS BOOK FOR: Family DevotionPrivate StudyWeekday Bible StudiesAdult Vacation Bible SchoolChurch RetreatsMinistry Group TrainingWritten and edited by Kwasi I. Kena, D.Min., and Carey Latimore, Ph.D. Compiled and edited by Ramon Mayo.ALSO AVAILABLE: Building A City On A Hill: African American Communities of Purpose Adult BookBuilding A City On A Hill: African American Communities of Purpose Leader's GuideABOUT THE WRITERS/EDITORS: Dr. Kwasi I. Kena is the Faculty Chair and Associate Professor of Ethnic and Multicultural Ministry at Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana.Dr. Carey Latimore is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, where he teaches courses such as The African American Experience Through Reconstruction.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Jesus said, Blessed are the peacemakers--but in our increasingly polarized communities and nation, where can a person of faith begin? In Reconciling Places, pastor and scholar Paul Hoffman introduces laypeople and ministry leaders to a theology of reconciliation that equips Christians to act as reconcilers and bridge builders, wherever they are and whatever issues divide their communities.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. For readers of Mary Roach and Jared Diamond, an innovative look at the histories of different epidemics and what it meant for society, alongside what lessons different diseases have to teach us as society battles the novel coronavirus.Throughout history, there have been numerous epidemics that have threatened mankind with destruction. Diseases have the ability to highlight our shared concerns across the ages, affecting every social divide from national boundaries, economic categories, racial divisions, and beyond. Whether looking at smallpox, HIV, Ebola, or COVID-19 outbreaks, we see the same conversations arising as society struggles with the all-encompassing question: What do we do now? In ?poignant yet relevant detail? (Niki Kapsambelis, author of The Inheritance), Quarantine Life from Cholera to COVID-19 demonstrates that these conversations have always involved the same questions of individual liberties versus the common good, debates about rushing new and untested treatments, considerations of whether quarantines are effective to begin with, what to do about healthy carriers, and how to keep trade circulating when society shuts down. This vibrant social and medical history tracks different diseases and outlines their trajectory, what they meant for society, and societal questions each disease brought up, along with practical takeaways we can apply to current and future pandemics?so we can all be better prepared for whatever life throws our way.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Learn about the creative ways Americans help their communities. This nonfiction book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, fun activity, glossary, and other helpful tools. With this fun and informative book, students will see all the wonderful things that can happen when communities create together! This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country. It also explores concepts such as creative problem-solving and volunteerism and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore working together, civic responsibility, and ways to improve one's community.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Evolving with GratitudeIt's Time to Make Gratitude a priorityResearch proves that by intentionally practicing gratitude, we can dramatically improve our disposition, bringing us more joy and better health. Consistently and intentionally practicing gratitude can also lead to better relationships and more successful learning experiences. In this book, Lainie Rowell shows how educators can use small gratitude practices to make a big difference with kids, peers, and the world.Drawing on recent discoveries in neuroscience, and highlighting the stories of twenty educators from around the world, Evolving with Gratitude will equip you with tools and resources to create safe, equitable, empowering learning experiences for all learners. Discover how to empower kids to be grateful for learning, which can lead to greater engagement. Learn how to practice gratitude with peers to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and nourish relationships. Get back to the joy of teaching, learning, and leading with implementable, research-backed practices and promote prosocial behavior in our world.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. FAITH + PURPOSE = LEGACYThis book is intended to encourage parents (fathers) to strive to be the best they can be at leading their family or business venture, showing strength, integrity and leadership skills, thus strengthening our communities.Both the Great Recession and economists, such as Sandy Darity, Thomas Piketty, and Emanuel Saez, provide recent, stark reminders that the wealth gap, particularly the racial wealth gap, is growing and has important, negative implications for working people and families. How does the average American family tackle this problem? Entrepreneur and investment professional Jason Murray offers a timely complement to the recent scholarly literature by presenting this practical guide to entrepreneurship and succession plans, a possible means to address the wealth gap and problems associated with it, such as intergenerational mobility. Faith + Purpose = Legacy is a great read and timely contribution.Dr. Lisa D. CookAssociate Professor of Economics and International Relations, Michigan State UniversityA book full of common sense advice that can improve lives and our shared future. Dr. Dennis J. MurrayPresident Emeritus and Professor of Public Policy, Marist College Have you ever said to yourself, I wish I knew then what I know now? Well in his book, Faith + Purpose = Legacy, Jason Murray shares with you everything he learned about commitment, service and accountability, now. It's a compelling book with a plethora of tips, tools and strategies for living a life of purposefulness. Like Jason, I was raised in a single-parent family and my mentors, coaches and teachers helped to raise me and helped to pave the way for me to be the entrepreneur I am today. This book is so timely and so needed. Dr. Jim Mr. Energy Smith, Jr.President & CEO, Jim Smith Jr. International I have been blessed to have had thoughtful, hopeful and faith-filled individuals in my life, who embody ambitious qualities and integrity. As such I have embraced and shared what those mentors gave me. Jason Scott Murray is the embodiment of these attributes and much more. I am so blessed to have been one of his early role models. I am extremely grateful to have played a part in his quest to enlighten and share that which he has been given with others. Deacon Rodney BeckfordDirector, Lt. Joseph P Kennedy Jr. Memorial Center.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. FAITH + PURPOSE = LEGACYThis book is intended to encourage parents (fathers) to strive to be the best they can be at leading their family or business venture, showing strength, integrity and leadership skills, thus strengthening our communities.Both the Great Recession and economists, such as Sandy Darity, Thomas Piketty, and Emanuel Saez, provide recent, stark reminders that the wealth gap, particularly the racial wealth gap, is growing and has important, negative implications for working people and families. How does the average American family tackle this problem? Entrepreneur and investment professional Jason Murray offers a timely complement to the recent scholarly literature by presenting this practical guide to entrepreneurship and succession plans, a possible means to address the wealth gap and problems associated with it, such as intergenerational mobility. Faith + Purpose = Legacy is a great read and timely contribution.Dr. Lisa D. CookAssociate Professor of Economics and International Relations, Michigan State UniversityA book full of common sense advice that can improve lives and our shared future. Dr. Dennis J. MurrayPresident Emeritus and Professor of Public Policy, Marist College Have you ever said to yourself, I wish I knew then what I know now? Well in his book, Faith + Purpose = Legacy, Jason Murray shares with you everything he learned about commitment, service and accountability, now. It's a compelling book with a plethora of tips, tools and strategies for living a life of purposefulness. Like Jason, I was raised in a single-parent family and my mentors, coaches and teachers helped to raise me and helped to pave the way for me to be the entrepreneur I am today. This book is so timely and so needed. Dr. Jim Mr. Energy Smith, Jr.President & CEO, Jim Smith Jr. International I have been blessed to have had thoughtful, hopeful and faith-filled individuals in my life, who embody ambitious qualities and integrity. As such I have embraced and shared what those mentors gave me. Jason Scott Murray is the embodiment of these attributes and much more. I am so blessed to have been one of his early role models. I am extremely grateful to have played a part in his quest to enlighten and share that which he has been given with others. Deacon Rodney BeckfordDirector, Lt. Joseph P Kennedy Jr. Memorial Center.…

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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. How do we bring people together when our society is breaking apart? What will it take to bridge our divides, overcome mistrust, and restore our belief that we can get things done together as Americans. In Stepping Forward, Richard C. Harwood gives us a new and inspiring blueprint to rediscover what we share in common and actively build upon it. He argues that to get the country moving in the right direction, these efforts must start in our local communities.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. How do we bring people together when our society is breaking apart? What will it take to bridge our divides, overcome mistrust, and restore our belief that we can get things done together as Americans. In Stepping Forward, Richard C. Harwood gives us a new and inspiring blueprint to rediscover what we share in common and actively build upon it. He argues that to get the country moving in the right direction, these efforts must start in our local communities.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The purpose of this book is to clearly define an approach to school improvement that uses professional learning community (PLC) practices to achieve school improvement and success for every student. This book offers information, examples and case studies to clarify the concept of a PLC, to respond to critical issues in schools, and to support educational leaders in addressing the important mandates of accountability and school improvement. As school leaders proactively lead efforts to create learning communities, their schools, districts, and staff will incorporate knowledge, skills, and practices that focus on teaching and learning for all. The authors' findings will assist leaders, change agents, policy makers, and university faculty in guiding schools toward creating and maintaining PLCs as they sustain school improvement for student learning.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. The purpose of this book is to clearly define an approach to school improvement that uses professional learning community (PLC) practices to achieve school improvement and success for every student. This book offers information, examples and case studies to clarify the concept of a PLC, to respond to critical issues in schools, and to support educational leaders in addressing the important mandates of accountability and school improvement. As school leaders proactively lead efforts to create learning communities, their schools, districts, and staff will incorporate knowledge, skills, and practices that focus on teaching and learning for all. The authors' findings will assist leaders, change agents, policy makers, and university faculty in guiding schools toward creating and maintaining PLCs as they sustain school improvement for student learning.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Inquiry Journal is a soft-covered worktext that students can write in. It starts the inquiry process with the Essential Question from the chapter. Following critical analysis of images, students share viewpoints and cite evidence for their opinions as they work together to problem-solve and complete chapter inquiry projects. Reader's Theater scripts are also provided to bring social studies content to life! Also available as an interactive online text.…