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Calling all Berenstain Bears fans! Children will learn about kindness, forgiveness, love, respect, and much more.
• Early readers, ages 4—8
This trusted storybook collection teaches children:
• How to be respectful, kind, be patient with others, and more
• The importance of loving your neighbor and making right choices
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This book looks at the core life concepts and shared values that historically and culturally define the quality of "being Japanese." Among these are reverence, love of nature, group loyalty, hierarchical respect, passion for detail, belief in learning, formality, and acceptance of change. How can Western analogues of these Japanese virtues help us improve our own societies and cultivate inner strength, mindfulness, and long-lasting relationships at...
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Truth, beauty, and goodness are more than traditional ideas--they are living realities bearing dynamic potentials for a future we can help create. As we grow, these supreme values increasingly guide our thinking, feeling, and doing. No matter what your philosophical, religious, or spiritual orientation may be, having a philosophy of living centered on these ideals will enhance your understanding and integration.
Seasoned by the author's experience...
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"In the poems Musings, Values, Virtues And Vices Of Africa And
Beyond, the poets engage the reader in intricate, intimate, and
subtle questions about love and loathing, faith, and grief, Africa and
beyond, climate change, and change of heart, feminism, and the
trammels of patriarchy and society. I am primarily
impressed with the bravery, sincerity, charity, and charm with which
they excavate, tackle, and illuminate these issues. This is a rare,
rewarding,...
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The United States is an exceptional place to call home thanks to the character of the American people. With conviction and urgency, Ed Feulner and Brian Tracy affirm our core tenets?from patriotism and optimism to faith and generosity?and challenge all of us to live out the timeless principles of citizenship.
Packed with engaging stories, insightful profiles, and eye-opening statistics, The American Spirit serves as an indispensable primer on the...
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In the words of American humorist and Oklahoma-born heartlander Will Rogers, common sense ain't common. But while the modern world around us may seem to be desperately lacking practicality, wisdom and values, horse sense still reigns supreme in the heartland of the United States.
In Horse Sense from the Heartland, author Daniel C Bruch shares his own common sense take on the world in written vignettes which focus on contemporary
...9) Love
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This is a series of children's books bringing to life timeless values and virtues for children. The series is based on the fruit of the Spirit, and "Love" is about a child's discovery of the importance of love, both receiving and giving love.
11) Joy
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The Invisible Tree is a series of picture books for children bringing to life the timeless values and virtues known as the fruit of the Spirit. "Joy" is the story of a young child searching for her joy. She discovers joy is not found in a place, but rather is found within. This series was written to inspire children as to the virtues found within and grown in relationship with God.
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"Through the Gate of Good" is a 1903 self-help book by British writer James Allen that focuses on improving one's life by living without sin and by the values and virtues outlined by the Bible and Jesus's teachings. This timeless volume will appeal to those looking for spiritual guidance and wishing to improve their life and achieve true happiness. James Allen (1864-1912) was a British writer most famous for his inspirational poetry and being an early...
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This book is about building character, developing personal values and virtues, and exploring things sacred and spiritual. It offers suggestions about "what to", "why to" and "how to". It's also about raising one's consciousness, increasing one's understanding of the world and deciding what is really important. Included are reflections about the purpose and meaning of life, as well as practical guidelines for getting things done.
The text examines...
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The linguistic aspect of Womanism offers learners values as any other social language. While most French learners get a glimpse into the history of Napoleon and many Chinese speakers are familiar with an Asian lifestyle, English non-native speakers like us need to understand the language in a broader scope. Since English is our shared method of communication, we have to adapt to not just one culture, but also variants in accents or vocabularies from...
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This paper presents a review of the history of medical ethics and applies the concepts and principles of medical ethics and morality to the clinical health-care setting. It investigates the relationship between the moral/ethical practices of the physician and the success of the doctor-patient relationship and patient satisfaction. The scientific methodology employed by the author includes both qualitative and quantitative analyses using the case study...
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For Love of God, Patriotism, and All Things Four-Legged could also have been the title of this book. Everything written in this book is true. It is a story of Gods great love and grace in one persons life. This is also a story of Gods great blessingsof Christian parents who took the time to teach honest values and virtues to their children. It is a story of great love for family, for America, and for friends. The story includes some amazing horses...
17) A Pigsty, Oh My!
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A Pigsty Oh My! Children's Book is a fun, memorable way for kids to clean their rooms! Let helpful and healthy instruction motivate kids with love to be responsible.
A subtle rhythm and rhyme with funny pig illustrations in a disastrous room brings sometimes a heated situation to light and a loving solution. Let helpful, healthy instruction motivate kids with love to be responsible. Reintroduce value and virtue into society from the family. Train...
18) Hippo owns up
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Hippo is having a bad day. It all started when he missed his breakfast. He can't concentrate in class and his tummy won't stop rumbling. And when he sees Mrs Croc's special chocolate cake, he can't resist. Now somebody else is getting the blame for eating it. Will Hippo do the right thing and tell the truth and make amends for what he's done?
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"The E. Nesbit Megapack" collects 26 novels and short stories by Edith Nesbit (who wrote as E. Nesbit), including her most famous novels and series (The Bastable family stories, The Psammead series, etc.) Included are:
THE RAILWAY CHILDREN
THE MAGIC CITY
FIVE CHILDREN AND IT
THE PHOENIX AND THE CARPET
THE STORY OF THE AMULET
THE MARBLE CHILD
THE ENCHANTED CASTLE
THE STORY OF THE TREASURE SEEKERS
THE WOULDBEGOODS
THE ROAD TO ROME; OR, THE SILLY STOWAWAY
THE...
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Why civic virtue matters to America.
America is at a crossroad. Current public opinion surveys report that Americans believe that the country is on the wrong track, and they are broadly pessimistic about the future. Diminishing social trust, lack of civility, and promotion of individualism over community has resulted in a country that is discontented, fractious, alienated, and divided. What is happening to our American values and virtues?
Our American...