Our review of : Old West

Chip Heath’s “Made to Stick” is a great read for anyone interested in learning why some ideas survive and others die. Through anecdotal stories and scientific research, Heath provides a framework for understanding what makes an idea stick. He offers tips on how to make your own messages more memorable, ensuring that your important ideas [...]

This book is a series of conversations with Emmanuel Acho, an African American man. Topics discussed include race, culture, and personal experiences. This book is designed to help people understand the black experience in America and promote dialogue about topics that are often considered uncomfortable. For who is this book for ? This book is [...]

In “The Coddling of the American Mind”, Jonathan Haidt and Greg Lukianoff argue that young people in America are being too coddled, which is leading to a generation of students who lack resilience and coping skills. The book offers practical advice for parents, educators, and employers on how to encourage healthy development in children and [...]

Make It Stick offers science-based techniques for successful learning. Drawing on decades of cognitive research, the book demonstrates how to improve reading comprehension, reduce study time and retain informationMuhammad Ali was once asked how he could float like a butterfly and sting like a bee in the ring. “I don’t fight who I can beat,” [...]

In “Body Work: The Radical Power of Personal Narrative,” Melissa Febos explores the therapeutic power of storytelling. Drawing on her own experiences as well as interviews with therapists and clients, Febos shows how telling our stories can help us understand ourselves and others better, make meaningful connections, cope with traumatic events, and build lasting relationships. [...]

If you are looking for an enjoyable and effortless way to learn Spanish, this book is perfect for you! It includes grammar, common phrases, vocabulary and words, conversations, dialogues and short stories that will help you increase your fluency quickly. Whether you are traveling to a Spanish-speaking country or want to use Spanish in your [...]

In “Permission to Feel”, Marc Brackett offers a guide for unlocking the power of emotions – both our own and those of the children in our lives. Drawing on decades of cutting-edge research, he provides practical advice for creating lasting change in ourselves, our families, and our society. Along the way, we learn how to: [...]

This book offers a new perspective on Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD. The author, Gabor Maté MD, believes that the disorder originates from factors such as emotional neglect and trauma during early childhood development. He also provides strategies for improving attention span and managing ADD symptoms. For who is this book for ? This book [...]

This harrowing, yet sensitive, account of the Columbine High School massacre is written by journalist Dave Cullen. It offers readers a detailed and intimate look at what happened on April 20th, 1999 – when two students went on a rampage killing thirteen people before taking their own lives. Insightful and informative, this book provides an [...]

The Montessori Toddler is a guidebook that teaches parents how to provide their toddlers with an education in line with the Montessori Method. The book covers topics such as choosing appropriate materials and activities, fostering independence and creativity, and setting up a home environment conducive to learning. For who is this book for ? This [...]

In Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, Zaretta Hammond offers a powerful new framework for culturally responsive teaching (CRT) that is firmly grounded in neuroscience. Drawing on evidence from brain research, she provides teachers with concrete strategies they can use to ensure that all students are authentically engaged in learning and achieving rigorous academic goals. [...]

In Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, Jessica Brody provides everything you need to know about crafting a novel, from creating memorable characters and building tension to developing themes and plotting your story. Drawing on her years of experience as an author and teacher, Brody lays out the basics in an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide that [...]