Explores how the effective use of time can make a contribution to children's learning. By unravelling the problems of time and the way that it is managed with young children, this book is compelling reading for all early years students and practitioners.

Product Description: A rollicking collection of formal poetry that addresses the question: "Why have relationships at all if they can't be turned to creative advantage?" Pantoums, vilanelles, triolets, rondeaus, kyrielles and sonnets.

From birth, human beings are striving to make sense of the world. They learn through interaction, modelling first hand experience and independent action. Most children arrive at school with the notion that being independent and having the desire to take responsibility has been seen, in their homes, as a good thing. However, what often happens is that responsibility may be denied them in school and further bids for independence are viewed as negative behaviour. This book argues that independence in the classroom should be seen as beneficial for learners and also for teachers. Jill Williams makes a compelling case for a climate in which decision making is valued, where children are enabled to solve problems and where children and adults respect each others point of view, arguing that this will be a climate in which independence flourishes. In turn the benefits in terms of teaching and learning will be apparent for both the children and the teachers.The notion of independence in the classroom is explored through vivid cameos showing positive relationships between teachers and learners, inspirational classroom organization and management and examples of children taking their learning forward in an environment where they have choices. The careful monitoring, assessment and discussion of teaching and learning which is presented highlights the benefits for both learners and teachers when there is a focus on independence. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Williams proves her craft woven with wit and charm in this her first poetry book; she has won several poetry awards. Be prepared to travel from Vancouver to Mexico via the sonnet form, all the while embracing nature.

The authors describe the crisis they faced in their marriage and explains how their Christian faith rejuvenated their relationship

Product Description: As the parents of 12 children, Pat and Jill Williams know how difficult it is for husbands and wives to set apart time to be together before the Lord. That's why they've created this book, meant to supplement--but not replace--daily Bible readings.

Product Description: Here's the book to turn to if that greeting card just doesn't express your feelings or if eloquence deserts you.Whether you need a quick quip that puts what you want to say into a few words or a thoughtful sentence to start your own creativity flowing, this book puts dozens of well-worded messages at your fingertips...read more

The authors share their experiences as adoptive parents of eight Asian children, dispel the fears and myths of adoption, and offer adivce and reassurance to both prospective and present parents

Product Description: Since the beginning of industrialization in the last century, a steady increase in energy consumption can be observed. At the same time, energy generation switched from wood and coal to predominantly oil, coal and natural gas. Soon, many countries became aware of the fact that the resources of fossil fuels, especially of oil and natural gas are finite...read more