A Cool Kid Like Me!

A Cool Kid Like Me!
Author: Hans Wilhelm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1991
Genre:
ISBN: 9780750008624

A young boy who is "cool" on the outside has some inner fears that he expresses to his grandmother.

The Cool Kid

The Cool Kid
Author: Ernie Endara
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2021-04-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1646282043

The current social media, movies, TV, etc., that we are living through has shown us that our society craves to be cool. Whether by the clothes we wear, attitude expressed, music we listen to, or people we follow, being labeled "cool" has always been a sort of badge of honor; however, very few understand that being "cool" comes with responsibilities. My hope is to provide a more inclusive and less hateful future, which I feel can only be achieved with the help of our children, who are our future. This character, "the cool kid," is based on my life, which I say with the utmost of humility and is maybe a reason why it has taken me so long to embark on this journey. As a young person (which my same mindset has continued through my adult life), I was always able to work and deal with matters that at times were above my head and fraught with deep in meaning; however, doing the right thing or doing the "cool" thing always allowed me to humbly resolve the respective matter. I can remember, on so many occasions, how my peers where picked-on, bullied, left out of playtime, shunned, etc., and how I was always the bridge between the so-called "cool kids" and the "not cool kids". My position of being a bridge then, which continues now, provided me with the insight into how I can help "bridge" relationships between children by having "the cool kid" tell them that "it's cool" to let others play; or to tell them that it's "not cool" to pick on someone; or allow them to realize that it's actually "not cool" to slander, hate, or (what we see so often) exclude another child for whatever reason. As a parent, I have relied on teachers, clergy, family, and friends to help me, as well as other parents, to guide our children; however, once again, this method always made me realize that it is an adult telling children on how they are to conduct themselves for a better life for them and our society. That is why "the cool kid" will be a perfect medium to propagate my message. Think about it:, how many kids fall prey to negative peer pressures? But this time, "the cool kid" does the opposite of that negative peer pressure.

Blind Spots

Blind Spots
Author: John Domenico
Publisher: John Domenico
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2009-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1432747371

What happens when you never stop questioning what you believe? They say God works in mysterious ways. John Domenico should know. In his 50 plus years, he's embarked on a seeker's journey that has taken him from steadfast Catholicism to born-again Christianity to a unique kind of inclusive spirituality. Blind Spots: The Memoirs of a Baby Boomer on the Rocky Road towards Spiritual Awakening collects his insightful and often humorous thoughts, reflections and critiques on all of them. The result is a deliciously candid and frank book that will appeal to anyone who's ever struggled to understand his or her faith. From early on, it's clear Domenico marched to his own drummer. As a child, he learns to question his family's Catholic faith - and finds plenty of trouble from the nuns and priests in Catholic school. Subsequent to his experimentation in the 1960's and 70's, Domenico settles down and, after initial resistance, discovers Pentecostalism. But eventually he finds cracks in his latest belief system, and he sets out for what will be the most spiritually fulfilling quest of all. Interspersed are compelling asides on his personal life, as well as the politics, major events, personalities and trends that have shaped the last half-century. Throughout it all, Domenico's sensitivity and keen wit masterfully transform an ordinarily timeworn subject, that under his care, is crafted into a thought-provoking, rollicking ride that might just get you questioning your own deeply held beliefs... Reader reviews: "It made me laugh, it made me cry and it made me think so much I don't know what I believe anymore." "I loved it... I think it should be required reading for everyone on the planet." "Domenico tells his story with painful rawness. His courage is rivaled only by his masterful storytelling, revealing much of who we all are in this provocative memoir."

The Meaning of Maggie

The Meaning of Maggie
Author: Megan Jean Sovern
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2014-05-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452130175

This “humorous, fast-paced” middle-grade novel is “a remarkable story of a working-class family pulling together in the face of a serious illness” (School Library Journal). As befits a future President of the United States of America, eleven-year-old Atlanta resident Maggie Mayfield has decided to write a memoir of the past year of her life. And what a banner year it’s been! During this period she’s Student of the Month on a regular basis, an official shareholder of Coca-Cola stock, and defending Science Fair champion. Most importantly, though, this is the year Maggie has to pull up her bootstraps (the family motto) and finally learn why her cool-dude dad is in a wheelchair, no matter how scary that is . . . Author Megan Jean Sovern, herself the daughter of a dad with multiple sclerosis, writes with the funny grace and assured prose of a new literary star. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of this book will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. “Does for middle-grade fiction what John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars did for teen literature: Both portray coping with serious illness as one aspect of a complex character, not as the single issue that defines them.” —BookPage “Smart, sensitive, sad and funny.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Maggie is a firecracker character, one who sparkles with wit, cynicism, love and potential.” —Shelf Awareness

Keep on Burpin'

Keep on Burpin'
Author: Nancy Krulik
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2012-06-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0448462850

George Brown battles a skunk, has fun at the water park, and gets stuck in a tight spot at the science museum.

The Three of Them

The Three of Them
Author: Zeke Jarvis
Publisher: Rogue Phoenix Press
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2020-04-10
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1624204880

Harper, Krista, and James share two things in common. They all have disabilities, and they all have paranormal abilities. Both of those things leave the three separated from their peers but closer to each other. When a malevolent force within their high school begins to threaten them and the other students, they have to discover the nature and source of this force’s power and keep their classmates safe all while handling their studies and keeping their parents from getting suspicious. In the end, the three of them will discover whether their courage, friendship, and intelligence will be enough to save the day or if saving the school from the force and the bullies in the school is even possible.

The Heart of Counseling

The Heart of Counseling
Author: Jeff L. Cochran
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 361
Release: 2015-01-09
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134663277

More than any other text on the market, The Heart of Counseling is effective in helping students to understand the importance of therapeutic relationships and to develop the qualities that make the therapeutic relationships they build with clients the foundation of healing. In these pages, students come to see how all skills arise from and are directly related to the counselor’s development and to building therapeutic relationships. Student learning ranges from therapeutic listening and empathy to structuring sessions, from explaining counseling to clients and caregivers to providing wrap-around services, and ultimately to experiencing therapeutic relationships as the foundation of professional and personal growth. The Heart of Counseling includes: extensive case studies and discussions applying skills in school and agency settings specific guidance on how to translate the abstract concepts of therapeutic relationships into concrete skill sets exploration of counseling theories and tasks within and extending from core counseling skills videos that bring each chapter to life test banks, instructor’s manuals, syllabi, and guidance for learning-outcomes assessments for professors

School of X

School of X
Author: Jaleigh Johnson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2021-12-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1839081066

The next generation of the astonishing X-Men grow into true super heroes against their deadliest enemies, in this wide-ranging Marvel anthology?. The New Charles Xavier School for Gifted Mutants isn’t all it’s cracked up to be: The food is so-so, and it’s cold eleven out of twelve months, not to mention the creepy bunker vibes with mysterious tech popping up all over the place. But for the latest mutants to take on the mantle of X-Men, it’s home. Under the stewardship of Emma Frost, Cyclops, and Magneto, these new recruits learn to control their powers and defeat villainy. Yet danger lurks within the academy, and it isn’t just monsters or evil geniuses. Now, these fresh X-Men must take what they’ve learned and put their unique powers to the test against unexpected adversaries – from cyborgs and the undead to temporal chaos, and even alternate versions of themselves.

The Cool Kid

The Cool Kid
Author: Lord Trent Frymire
Publisher: Trent Frymire
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2024-07-30
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

Dive into the vibrant world of The Cool Kid, where being cool means leading with kindness, embracing strength, and living with integrity. This heartwarming and inspiring children's book guides young readers through the values that truly matter, such as mindfulness, participation, and paying attention to others. Through fun and rhythmic prose, it encourages kids to meditate, play sports, and appreciate the wonders of nature, like finding frogs and feeding chickens. With each turn of the page, children will discover the joys of simple pleasures, from whittling sticks to laying bricks, and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle. The Cool Kid teaches valuable lessons about faith, niceness, and feeling great about life. It’s a celebration of everything that makes kids truly cool - their amazing spirit, their enthusiasm for life, and their ability to make a difference in the world around them. Perfect for shared reading sessions, The Cool Kid fosters a love for learning and living well, making it an ideal addition to any child's bookshelf. This book is more than just a story; it's a guide to becoming a well- rounded, thoughtful, and truly cool individual. "Scroll up and click the buy button to get this fun and educational children's book for kids!"