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Grandy has just suffered a big loss in her life, so she is cooking up a batch of "tear soup," in which the ingredients are parts of the grieving process, including memories, misgivings, feelings, and tears.

Intrigue. Suspense. Romance. Evil Schemers, Innocent Victims, and True Love. Is it a TV soap opera? Not exactly. it's what's happening to sixteen-year-old Sophie Olivette. Her father has announced that he wants out of his marriage because he's found a new true love. And what about Sophie's mother? She's so busy seeking her Inner Self, she doesn't seem to notice that the family is falling apart. As for Sophie's older sister, her anger adds drama but...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about mindfulness and discover how easily it can be applied to their daily lives and eating habits. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about emotions. Also includes...

Examines the facts about the issue being covered, with information about arguments and opinions from around the globe. Special research projects, as well as a great variety of additional resources, invite the reader to engage with the issues that are currently shaping the world.--

"Death is scary for everyone, and not just kids. When someone you love dies, you are likely to have a whole lot of different feelings and reactions. You might not believe it's true, you might be really angry, or you might want to cry all the time. All those reactions are normal. It's never easy to deal with death, and it's not easy to know how to talk to someone else who's dealing with it. Some reactions are more helpful than others, though, and talking...

Provides guidance and comfort for those recovering from the death of someone they know, offering suggestions for how to survive the grief and remember the good times.

Explores the physics behind sports. Learn the mental aspects that world-class athletes bring to their efforts, and examine why people play and watch sports.

Mike Krzyzewski's eight trips to the Final Four and two national championships with Duke University make him one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time. With Donald T. Phillips, the best-selling author of Lincoln on Leadership, Krzyzewski explains the techniques that have made his program so successful and offers advice on using those same strategies to excel in both your business and personal lives. Coach K's blueprint for...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about mindfulness and discover how easily it can be applied to their daily lives and time in nature. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about emotions. Also includes...