Dr. Shirley Raines, now a much sought after speaker, consultant, and author, earned her way from a humble farm in Tennessee to the office of the President of the University of Memphis as the first woman president of that institution. In this frank and heartfelt volume, Dr. Raines shares how this unlikely journey transpired. She describes challenges she faced and lessons she learned along the way that may encourage other young women to pursue careers as leaders, whatever the leadership title. She tells us about how special, loving people in her life guided and supported her along the way, including the touching story of how a professor saved her from giving up on her college education before she even got started. The narrative shows how Dr. Raines starting as a young woman prepared for every opportunity by doing her homework. Those around her who came to respect her described her as spunky and labeled her a steel magnolia. Read how Dr. Raines developed successful relationships with famous and powerful people in every walk of life including other university presidents, high profile celebrities, state governors, and wealthy philanthropists. At the same time, discover how she never forgot the working men and women who served in support roles and kept the gears turning. This is a must-read for people, especially women, considering or pursuing a leadership role in education or related fields. And an enjoyable read for the rest.

Explore the wonderful world of bees including honeybees, bumblebees, carpenter bees, and sweat bees!

Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multidisciplinary learning experience. Featuring extension activities and a glossary in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of bugs including ladybugs, cockroaches, katydids, walking stick bugs, and more!

Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multidisciplinary learning experience. Featuring extension activities and a glossary in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of bees including honeybees, bumblebees, carpenter bees, and sweat bees!

Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multidisciplinary learning experience. Featuring extension activities and a glossary in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of bugs including ladybugs, cockroaches, katydids, walking stick bugs, and more!

Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multidisciplinary learning experience. Featuring extension activities and a glossary in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of North American birds such as cardinals, American robins, brown pelicans, bluebirds, and more Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multi-disciplined learning experience. Featuring extension activities in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering both textual and visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of butterflies such as monarchs, tiger swallows, and more Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multi-disciplined learning experience. Featuring extension activities in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering both textual and visual appeal.

Explore the wonderful world of butterflies such as monarchs, tiger swallows, and more Amazing facts accompany lyrical poetry and vivid photography to encourage children to engage in a multi-disciplined learning experience. Featuring extension activities in the back pages, this book provides content for STEAM learning while offering both textual and visual appeal.

Dr. Shirley Raines, now a much sought after speaker, consultant, and author, earned her way from a humble farm in Tennessee to the office of the President of the University of Memphis as the first woman president of that institution. In this frank and heartfelt volume, Dr. Raines shares how this unlikely journey transpired. She describes challenges she faced and lessons she learned along the way that may encourage other young women to pursue careers as leaders, whatever the leadership title. She tells us about how special, loving people in her life guided and supported her along the way, including the touching story of how a professor saved her from giving up on her college education before she even got started. The narrative shows how Dr. Raines starting as a young woman prepared for every opportunity by doing her homework. Those around her who came to respect her described her as spunky and labeled her a steel magnolia. Read how Dr. Raines developed successful relationships with famous and powerful people in every walk of life including other university presidents, high profile celebrities, state governors, and wealthy philanthropists. At the same time, discover how she never forgot the working men and women who served in support roles and kept the gears turning. This is a must-read for people, especially women, considering or pursuing a leadership role in education or related fields. And an enjoyable read for the rest.

First published more than 20 years ago, this warm and witty collection of advice has been updated to inspire the teachers of today. Teaching is a challenging job, but it is so worthwhile. Let the teachers in your life know how much you appreciate all that they do!

Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s contains 80 age-appropriate children's books and 240 ways to s-t-r-e-t-c-h the stories in new ways to enhance the learning process. Organized by age, this book is a wonderful addition to the Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s series, offering new ways for young children to experience the magic of a good book. Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s makes reading with infants, toddlers and twos an adventure in learning and fun!

Engage young children's minds and capture their undivided attention with 17 more stories, storytelling tips, and new activities. The storytelling tips bring the stories to life, while the activities expand and enhance each story for the children. Be a master storyteller your very first time!

There is nothing that children love more than a good story. Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s for the Primary Grades, Revised Edition connects ninety of the best children's books to early learning centers, stretching each story five ways with lively and entertaining activities that heighten reading readiness, sharpen comprehension skills, and expand the excitement of story time. This new edition takes everyone's favorite stories from the original book and adds new stories, refreshed activities, and online resources for expanding the story experience. Whether you are reading a classic like The Little Engine that Could or a new favorite like The Hello, Goodbye Window, this new Story S-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-r-s is sure to keep children captivated and learning long after you have turned the last page of the story.

The much awaited sequel to the very popular Story Stretchers for the Primary Grades. 450 complete teaching plans are based on stories in 90 more well-loved children's books. Organized into 18 thematic units, this book also includes Author Studies on Eloise Greenfield and Bill Peet.