Bøger af Christopher Vaughan

From a leading expert, a groundbreaking book on the science of play, and its essential role in fueling our happiness and intelligence throughout our lives We've all seen the happiness on the face of a child while playing in the school yard. Or the blissful abandon of a golden retriever racing across a lawn. This is the joy of play. By definition, play is purposeless, all-consuming, and fun. But as Dr. Stuart Brown illustrates, play is anything but trivial. It is a biological drive as integral to our health as sleep or nutrition. We are designed by nature to flourish through play. Dr. Brown has spent his career studying animal behavior and conducting more than six-thousand "e;play histories"e; of humans from all walks of life-from serial murderers to Nobel Prize winners. Backed by the latest research, Playexplains why play is essential to our social skills, adaptability, intelligence, creativity, ability to problem solve and more. Particularly in tough times, we need to play more than ever, as it's the very means by which we prepare for the unexpected, search out new solutions, and remain optimistic. A fascinating blend of cutting-edge neuroscience, biology, psychology, social science, and inspiring human stories of the transformative power of play, this book proves why play just might be the most important work we can ever do.

"Moral Menagerie: Tales to Teach Children Virtues," is a collection of heartwarming and educational stories for children. Each story features a lovable animal character who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns an important life lesson. In "Sammy the Fox", children will learn the importance of social and emotional learning, while "Max the Dog" teaches the value of sharing. The panda in "Poppy the Panda Learns to Persevere" discovers the benefits of perseverance, while "Rolf the Rabbit" learns the importance of respecting others. In "Heidi the Hippo", children will learn the power of gratitude, and the butterfly in "Blythe the Butterfly Learns Empathy" learns about the importance of understanding and caring for others. Finally, "Bruno the Bear" teaches children the importance of kindness. These tales are filled with humor, adventure, and important lessons that children can apply to their own lives. This book is perfect for bedtime reading, school libraries, and classrooms, as it provides children with a fun and engaging way to learn valuable life skills.

After the death of Alexander the Great, his conquered territories were divided among his leading generals. However, internal rivalries soon led to numerous "successor wars," from which the Seleucid dynasty emerged. The Seleucid Primer offers an overview of each ruler of the kingdom; a dynasty that would endure for over two-hundred and fifty years. The primer also includes portraits of most of the kings from ancient coins which were minted during their reigns. The book can also be used for research and reference as ancient sources are listed in each chapter.

An easy to read edition of the New Testament based upon the Textus Receptus. It is designed for reading with minimal notes. It is an edition that emphasizes God's Life and God's power that is available to people today. Reading the New Testament inspires a person to live for God here upon the Earth.

Sail up the beautiful Monongahela River as the various assortments are traveling with the Olde Salte of a Sailor on the steamship, the Pedelkee Steamer. This book does answer the question, "What's a Pedelkee?" The yardapes return along with the dachshunds, Heidi and Squirrel. Discover the home habitat of the Rocky Mountain Oysters and dine at Café Bowl-a-Far. If possible, avoid the dish of revenge, best served cold. You will meet the Chief Prettiest Officer and quake at the Master and Commander, lord of all she purveys. So get to Zigtootinburg, PA, buy your ticket, set up a deck chair and settle back. Don't forget your bicorn hat! Enjoy the cruise. (Avoid the Glorps!)

An easy to read version of Proverbs and Psalms that can be read in a month or a thirty day period

Three teenagers are caught in the hot Cold War between the Imperial Island of Atlantis and the Iron Nation of Athens. Two boys come across a kidnap victim before the youth can be sold into slavery. Will they be able to rescue and return the youth to Egypt. All three must contend with sorcery, science, myths, legends, and twelve corrupt angels known as the Nephilim. This is Book 1 of the Mindforce Saga.