Mary Beth: 184 books
The Edcamp Model
Powering Up Professional Learning
Language: English
Release Date: August 4, 2014
Exciting professional development that works!
Discover Edcamp, a model of professional development that’s never one- size-fits-all—and always productive. In Edcamp, “unconference” participants create the agenda and lead the sessions, drawing on their individual expertise, and engage...
by Julianna Fiddler-Woite, Mary Beth Paulin Scumaci, Peter C. Scumaci
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2010
Born from the success of the Erie Canal, the communities of Western New York enjoyed a century of growth and prosperity during America's Gilded Age. Buffalo was one of the richest cities in America and dominated industry and politics, producing two presidents. Wealth and architectural opportunity enticed...
by Mary Beth Maziarz
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2010
There are over 40 million people who work in creative careers. You may be one of them. Or perhaps you would like to join their ranks. If either of these statements is true this book is for you. Maziarz offers a concrete program for helping you tap into and develop your creative potential. In fact if...
Haunted Christmas
Yuletide Ghosts and Other Spooky Holiday Happenings
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2009
In plenty of time for the holidays, here is a gathering of thirty tales of ghosts, hauntings, and other paranormal happenings purported to have taken place on or around Christmas, or that are otherwise related to this holiday. By a long-time believer in the paranormal who in the introduction tells the...
Primer on Posttraumatic Growth
An Introduction and Guide
Language: English
Release Date: July 18, 2012
"From the inspiring chapter quotes, to relevant historical and current research, to practical clinical directions, Primer on Posttraumatic Growth takes a giant step toward both grounding us and moving us ahead with strong hope for adjustment and growth in the post-trauma/loss world. This is a comprehensive,...
Crossed Currents
Navy Women in a Century of Change
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2014
This new, revised edition of the path-breaking first history of the female members of the U.S. Navy has been updated to include the recent integration of Navy women into the crews of combaant shops and tactical aviation squadrons, and the contributions of Navy women to the space program. It is a comprehensive chronicle of inspirational service spanning nearly the entire century.
The Christmas Cookie Cookbook
All the Rules and Delicious Recipes to Start Your Own Holiday Cookie Club
Language: English
Release Date: October 26, 2010
The Christmas Cookie Cookbook is the perfect holiday present or year-round companion for new and seasoned bakers alike. Packed with tips, anecdotes, and tons of recipes, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone looking for a new holiday tradition or simply a fresh way to spread holiday cheer throughout...
Founding Mothers & Fathers
Gendered Power and the Forming of American Society
Language: English
Release Date: August 3, 2011
Much like A Midwife's Tale and The Unredeemed Captive, this novel is about power relationships in early American society, religion, and politics--with insights into the initial development and operation of government, the maintenance of social order, and the experiences of individual men and women.
by Elisabeth Hollister Sandberg, Becky L. Spritz, Malorie L. Dimler
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2012
The number of intervention options available for children with autism can be overwhelming for parents. This book provides brief, user-friendly descriptions of the most commonly publicized treatments for autism, summarizing the available information in an objective and accessible way.
Each short...
Chicago's Fashion History
1865 - 1945
Language: English
Release Date: July 5, 2010
From the ashes of the Chicago Fire of 1871 came the birth of the city�s fashion scene as entrepreneurs built new storefronts virtually overnight. Aided by the Windy City�s incredible network of railroads, these fledgling enterprises in turn created millionaires who wanted to wear the latest clothes...
Scotus for Dunces
An Introduction to the Subtle Doctor
Language: English
Release Date: June 16, 2003
This book is a simple guide to theological and philosophical aspects of the thought of the medieval Franciscan, John Duns Scotus. Known as the Subtle Doctor, Scotus has a reputation for intricate and technical reasoning. Ingham provides an insightful and creative introduction to his thought in this...
Empowering the People of God
Catholic Action before and after Vatican II
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2013
The early 1960s were a heady time for Catholic laypeople. Pope Pius XII’s assurance “You do not belong to the Church. You are the Church” emboldened the laity to challenge Church authority in ways previously considered unthinkable. Empowering the People of God offers a fresh look at the Catholic...
Cold Anger
A Story of Faith and Power Politics
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 1990
"Cold Anger is an important book about the empowerment of working-class communities through church-based social activism. Such activism is certainly not new, but the conscious merger of community organizing tactics with religious beliefs may be. The organizing approach comes from Aul Alinsky and his...
Angel Courage
365 Meditations and Insights to Get Us Through Hard Times
Language: English
Release Date: September 28, 2010
From the authors of the bestselling Angel Wisdom comes a book for everyone who wants to transform fear into courage and despair into hope. This delightful book shows us how to learn from our experiences and live every day with the grace and joy of the angels. With a year's worth of daily meditations,...