Early Years

Longlisted for the 2014 National Book Award From the winner of the Pulitzer Prize: a powerful, engrossing new novel—the life and times of a remarkable family over three transformative decades in America. On their farm in Denby, Iowa, Rosanna and Walter Langdon abide by time-honored values...

Hap Collins looks like a good ol’ boy. But even in his misspent youth, his best pal is Leonard Pine, who is Black, gay, and the ultimate outsider. Inseparable friends, Hap and Leonard climb into the boxing ring, visit their families, get in bar fights, and just go fishing - all the while confronting racists, righting wrongs, and eating a whole lot of delicious food.

Dancing Into Marital Bliss tackles these common challenges with relatable insights and practical solutions, offering a guide for couples to navigate the early years with clarity and confidence. If you’re searching for ways to build deeper trust, improve communication, and create lasting joy, this book is your roadmap to a fulfilling marriage that grows stronger over time.

A look at many different aspects of how Martin Luther became the Father of the Reformation.

Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States and commander of the Union forces in the Civil War, tells the story of his life in his own words. In this opening volume, Grant covers his early years, including his time at the U.S. military academy at West Point and his service during the Mexican War under Zachary Taylor. Grant wrote his memoirs in order to rescue his family from debt and they were published as he lay dying of throat cancer. Today, they are an American classic.

A groundbreaking account of how the Roman Empire shaped the life and death of Jesus, overturning centuries of historical beliefs around the world—from the New York Times bestselling author of The First Clash. “Skillfully guides readers on a journey through the complexity and tumult of the...

Stoneboats and Piglets provides a real-life glimpse into rural America during the 1920s and '30s through the eyes of a "young feller" named Larry, born on his parents' North Dakota homestead in 1922. While the story swirls throughout the prosperity of the '20s into the Depression of the '30s, Larry's memories shed light on the character and determination of his family and neighbors as they adapted and endured through this unique period of history before America's entry into World War II.

Reuben Cole, de quince años, está a punto de aprender sobre la crueldad del Oeste sin ley. Después de que acude en ayuda de un nativo americano que huye perseguido por una banda asesina, Reuben mata accidentalmente a uno de ellos y pone su propia vida en peligro. Un torbellino de peligro se produce cuando Reuben es perseguido por una banda de asesinos despiadados.

This new edition of a classic is the go-to reference for anyone concerned with the developmental progress of preschool children. It provides the knowledge required for understanding children's developmental progress with age and within each developmental domain. Including new sections on atypical development for each of the core domains of development and additional material on the development of attention and self-regulation, this fifth edition integrates findings from the latest research throughout.

A humorous and nostalgic look at the inside of the beauty pageant world. Based on facts, true stories, and real-life experiences and personalities.

What do you get when you add three little boys, their mom, homemade gifts, Christmas carols, an old 12-passenger van, a mission from the Lord, and a slew of interesting characters together? Lots of adventures! Here in The Lavine Boys’ Christmas Caroling Adventures, Book 1: The Early Years, you will get a glimpse into this little Christmas caroling gig’s beginning years, which continued year after year for a grand total of 15 years! Yes! That’s 15 years of Christmas caroling!

Rufus, a golden retriever, lives with Charlie, a man of many years. But now, Charlie must leave to live with his daughter. The old man doesn't know what to do about Rufus, but when he meets Jimmy and his sister, Heather, the problem of finding Rufus a new home is solved.

Pepe the penguin needs to build a nest for Miss Amber and himself. But Otto, the bully, keeps stealing his stones. See how Pepe and others solve the problem, finally bringing Pepe and Otto together as friends.

¡Una maravillosa historia sobre cómo tomar las decisiones correctas y lidiar con los matones! Pepe, el pingüino, necesita construir un nido para la señorita Amber y para él. Pero Otto, el matón, sigue robando sus piedras. Vea cómo Pepe y otros resuelven el problema, finalmente reuniendo a Pepe y Otto como amigos.

Discover the 7 Best Life Skills for Tweens to Prepare for the AI-Driven Future! In a world reshaped by artificial intelligence, preteens are at a crucial point. Rapid advancements in technology have created new opportunities and challenges, making it essential to harness AI as a powerful tool for success. Those who effectively utilize AI will outpace others in this ever-evolving landscape. But don’t worry—7 Life Skills for Tweens is here to help. Designed for curious, growing minds, this guide equips tweens with essential skills to thrive in today’s tech-driven world.

Are you planning for or expecting a newcomer in your family? Are you raising young children and could use every bit of advice you can get? "No one said it would be easy, but it would be worth it." The maxim that applies in many cases is so true here. Here’s a book chock-full of tips and ideas to help you not just understand the process of parenting but enjoy it. Do you want to turn your everyday parenting challenges into a fulfilling experience? This book is for you. While written mainly for parents with young kids, parents of tweens and teens would also benefit from the book.

Born in the Philippines and reared in the eastern United States, Tiffany was a simple girl from the country with big ambitions, and, by the time she was a teenager, it was obvious she was going places. Despite many obstacles, Tiffany enjoyed rising success in the academic arena but managed to maintain a certain sweetness of spirit that grew out of her growing relationship with God. In this coming of age story, we see a young girl’s struggle to hold on to her youth and faith as both are threatened by repeated disappointment and betrayal.

This “important and necessary book for our time” (Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be) confronts the myth of the friend zone as a boy in love with his best friend feels he’s owed a chance at romance—and she’s the only one in their lives who disagrees...

Criar hijos no es solo acerca de enseñarles lo que deben hacer; es sobre guiarlos para que se conviertan en personas de valor. Este libro te da las herramientas para nutrir bondad, seguridad y compasión en tus hijos desde la raíz, para que crezcan siendo adultos capaces de generar un impacto positivo en el mundo.

Harry Grows Up is the second book in the series of picture books about the life of Singapore's remarkable leader, Lee Kuan Yew. In the first book, A Boy Named Harry, young readers learn what it was like for him to grow up in British-ruled Singapore. In this book, Harry is now a teenager, eager...