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The Diabetes Improvement Program By Patrick Quillan
Researched and written by a doctor, this book shows how nature can activate your body's built-in healers once you start eating the right combination of foods. It works for both Type I and Type II diabetes and it can reduce, and in some cases even eliminate, the need to take insulin. It gives diabetics control of their lives and a feeling of satisfaction that comes from having normal blood sugar profiles. A must-read for people with diabetes.
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The Greatest Experiment Ever Performed on Women: Exploding the Estrogen Myth By Barbara Seaman
This book looks at why doctors have been prescribing estrogen to combat the effects of aging and menopause, and to prevent breast cancer, osteoporosis, and many other diseases. Seaman's painstaking research shows the role the pharmaceutical industry has played in driving the use and research of hormone replacement therapy. With one out of eight women likely to develop breast cancer, it never made any sense to us for women to take a drug that helps most breast tumors grow -- estrogen. And given the findings in recent health studies -- that estrogen causes more problems than it solves -- this book is a must read for everyone who wants to understand corporate America.
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Health Care Choices for Today's Consumer Edited by Marc S. Miller, Ph.D.
This book is a thorough, but very readable guide on taking charge
of your health care. Comprehensive chapters lay out what you need
to know about health insurance options, choosing a doctor, hospital
stays, long term care, and alternative medicine. When a friend needed
information on home health -- fast -- we immediately found the
answers here.
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$17.95 | |||
The Goodness of Ordinary People By Faith Middleton Faith Middleton, host of a very popular call-in show on Connecticut Public Radio, has assembled an extraordinary collection of her caller's stories, about good deeds that happen every day, but get ignored by a media obsessed with bad news. Particularly moving and important is the chapter on Faith's monthly Alcoholics Anonymous call-in meeting. If you know anyone with a drinking problem who's still denying that it exists, you might want to give them this book. But read it first! You'll be enriched and inspired by these wonderful tales about real heroes. | $23.00 | |||
Everyone's Guide to Cancer Therapy By M. Dollinger, E. Rosenbaum, & G. Cable
This book includes important information on every kind of cancer.
Top cancer authorities give you: options for therapy, life saving
questions to ask your doctor, and ways both patients and families
can help. It's not too technical, or patronizing, either.
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$21.95 | |||
Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century By The Boston Women's Health Book Collective
Written from a feminist perspective, this 600+ page book covers virtually
every health issue of concern to today's women. Gives enough details,
so you can figure out what to do on your own, when to see a doctor,
and how to get more information.
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Dr. Susan Love's Hormone Book By Susan M. Love, M.D. with Karen Lindsey
If you're female, you either have gone -- or will go -- through menopause.
You may sometimes have symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings)
... or questions. Should you take hormones, or not? Do the benefits of trying
to prevent heart disease and osteoporosis outweigh the risk of contracting
breast cancer? The answers are neither clear nor universal, but this book
lays out all the pros, cons, and options.
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What Do I Take? By Janice Fudyma
Whatever your ailment ... from Acne to Zits (OK, Acne to Warts) ... this is
a great directory of over-the-counter drugs. For each complaint, a list of
popular non-prescription drugs is evaluated and rated by pharmacists. (To save
money, in many cases you're advised to look for less expensive generics with
the identical ingredients.) There are separate categories for children and
adults, whose needs as well as tolerances are different.
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Examining Your Doctor By Timothy McCall
How can you locate a doctor you can work with and trust? Can you be sure
that the right tests are being ordered or that the right medications are
being prescribed? Those who know what to look for, what to ask, and what
to avoid get the best care. This book puts the white coat on you ... and
that horrid paper gown on the medical industry.
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Jane Brody's Nutrition Book By Jane Brody
This classic, by The New York Times health columnist,
is a well researched guide to better health and weight control, based
on a diet of complex carbohydrates -- rice, potatoes, pasta and
beans. Includes delicious recipes, special diets (for joggers, pregnant
women, the elderly), as well as calorie and nutrition charts.
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Jane Brody's Good Food Book By Jane Brody
Over 350 great recipes, based on the importance of complex carbohydrates.
Includes lots of good advice on planning menus and shopping. Learn
to cut down on fats, proteins, sugars, and salts -- to reduce heart
trouble, prevent cancer, and lower blood pressure.
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Food for Life: The Cancer Prevention Cookbook By Richard Bohannon, M.D., Terri Pischoff and Kathy Pakosh
An oncologist, a chef, and a health writer teamed up to write this great cookbook,
filled with easy-to-prepare recipes based on the nutritional guidelines of the American
Cancer Society. Low in fat and high in fiber and beta carotene, these delicious dishes
can double as family meals and company fare. There's a nice balance between
vegetarian and meat main dishes, along with salads, appetizers, sauces, and
desserts. The soups and casseroles, freeze well, so you can easily store a variety
of healthy meals.
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The Moosewood Cookbook By Mollie Katzen
Now that so many of us are incorporating meatless meals into our diets,
every cook needs to have more vegetarian recipes at the ready. The
newly revised edition of this wonderful cookbook is just the ticket,
with its delicious, classic recipes ... detailed down to their prep
time. You'll savor the flavors!
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The Enchanted Broccoli Forest By Mollie Katzen
The vegetarian recipes in this wonderful cookbook reflect many different
ethnic cooking styles, and use a wide variety of ingredients. The
charming illustrations guide you through blintzes, enchiladas, breads,
cheesecakes, and more. Yummy!
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The Big Book of Preserving the Harvest By Carol W. Costenbader
Whether you're a gardener or you stock up on produce at your local farmer's
market, fall is the time of year when it pays to make the most of all those
fruits, herbs, and vegetables. But how? This book has the answers. Food writer
Carol W. Costenbader has been at it for 35 years, and her experience shows in
this detailed guide to canning, freezing, drying, and pickling garden goodies.
You'll get step-by-step instructions and illustrations on each technique, along
with lots of recipes.
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Secrets of a Jewish Baker By George Greenstein
This great book has recipes from around the world, for dozens of mouth-
watering breads. The author shows you how to make them "your way," whether
you hand knead, use a food processor, or favor a dough mixer. Includes
recipes for bagels as well as Portuguese, Italian, Irish, Indian, and
San Francisco sourdough breads.
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Cheap Eating By Pat Edwards
Feed your family well ... while you spend less. Learn how, where,
and when to shop, smart ways to eat out, and how to use food you might
have otherwise thrown out. Money saving tips include cheap cleaning
solutions, and advice on growing your own harvest. Ideal for young
people just starting out.
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Eat Healthy for $50 a Week By Rhonda Barfield
Barfield shares her personal system for providing nutritious, tasty
meals for her family of six, complete with sample menus, shopping
lists, and recipes. This book is chock full of painless, practical
tactics to slash your grocery bill -- even if you have a sweet
tooth, a pile of kids, and not a lot of time.
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The Peanut Butter and Jelly Game By Adam Eisenson / Illustrated by Joseph Walden
This important and fun picture book helps children in grades K-3 cope with today's tough
choices about money. It teaches them the value of voluntary simplicity -- without preaching.
You'll also be able to use this story of Harry the Gorilla and his friends to make learning to listen ... fun. When kids hear the magic words, "peanut butter" and "jelly," they must immediately do something. It can be as simple as clapping hands 5 times, in response to "peanut butter" ... or maybe as helpful as putting away one toy, in response to "jelly." Great message. Fun story. Wonderful illustrations. |
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Disaster Blasters: A Kid's Guide to Being Home Alone By Karin Kasdin and Laura Szabo-Cohen
No matter how old they are when you leave the kids home alone, you'll
still worry, "What if something happens while I'm gone?" Here's
a great way for kids ages 8-14 to learn how to handle emergencies
like fires, injuries, and intruders. The authors created a cast of
characters who face big and small crises ... each with 3 possible
solutions. You and your kids will learn a lot -- and maybe save
something far more valuable than money!
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What Zizi Gave Honeyboy: A True Story About Love, Wisdom, and the Soul of America By Gerald Celente
Trend tracker Gerald Celente has written a wonderful book about the relationship he shares with his 83-year old aunt, Zizi. During many Italian home-cooked meals, Zizi shares her views of the world today as compared to the "old days," making Celente question what has happened to Americans -- and what the future will hold. An easy-to-read, very thought-provoking book.
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Real-Life Homeschooling: The Stories of 21 Families Who Teach Their Children at Home By Rhonda Barfield
Considering homeschooling? Real-Life Homeschooling is a must-read. The families are from all over the country, with one to several children, from different income and education levels, as well as diverse religious backgrounds. For each family, you learn why they decided to homeschool, what life is like day-to-day, which advice has been helpful (and which hasn't been), and what their recommended resources are.
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Parenting a Struggling Reader: A Guide to Diagnosing and Finding Help for Your Child's Reading Difficulties By Susan Hall and Louisa Moats
Think your child or a child you know has a reading problem? Then this book is a must read! Reading experts Hall and Moats break down the process of getting a child diagnosed -- and helped -- into clear, doable steps based on solid research. They offer concrete testing recommendations, teaching strategies, and advice on dealing with the schools.
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The End of Homework By Etta Kralovec and John Buell
The authors, who are educators, challenge the widely-held belief that the more homework children do, the better. They show how excess homework is a time thief and home wrecker that creates unnecessary stress for kids and parents alike. Families would be much better off if every teacher read this book. So when you've finishd it, pass it on to a teacher, and consider joining or forming a group to work on ending homework at the schools your kids attend.
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What Kids Really Want That Money Can't Buy -- Tips for Parenting in a Commercial World By Betsy Taylor
The author is president of the Center for the New American Dream, which promotes alternatives to our consumer culture. Her book shares the results of a contest the Center recently ran to find out what 'tweens want that money can't buy. A national survey was commissioned as well. Believe it or not, if the choice is the mall or fun time with the folks, almost 60% chose family time! What else do kids really want? More friends, more free time, respect, and more time with their family. Given all the commercial influences they're up against, as well as the "buy-it-for-me NOW" nagging 'tweens do so well, the findings are fascinating and encouraging. Even better are Taylor's practical suggestions for how to help kids get more of those things that matter most in life.
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Easy Things to Make ... To Make Things Easy By Doreen Brenner Greenstein
Looking to make everyday activities easier and safer for older people and those with physical limitations? This book is full of ideas for every room of the house, as well as for the great outdoors. For TV watchers with hearing problems, instead of turning the volume way up, get earphones and a small, cheap, black-and-white TV set (with an earphone jack). Put that set next to the person who needs the TV blaring. Wearing the earphones, s/he can adjust the volume without driving everyone else nuts. Just one of the many great ideas in this book.
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Shattering the Two-Income Myth By Andy Dappen
Had enough of the fast-paced, latch-keyed, two-earner treadmill? This
book can help put quality back into your family's time. Andy Dappen's
advice and money-saving tips, at least one for every day of the year,
are great for all families -- whether or not you choose to become a one-income
household.
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Elderhouse: Planning Your Best Home Ever By Adelaide Altman
A flight of stairs or a bathroom can create difficulties when people all of a sudden find themselves using a walker or wheelchair. This book has concrete, doable ideas which can help prevent accidents in the home. If someone you love is getting on up there in years and wants to remain at home for as long as possible, you'll find this book full of ideas for every room of the house as well as for the backyard.
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Chicken Soup for the Soul By Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen
You will indeed feel warmed and comforted by this collection of inspirational stories. Motivational speakers Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen have gathered tales that show the power of friendship, hope, perseverance, and love. Some are stories of ordinary people who show extraordinary kindness; others chronicle how famous folk triumphed over failure and discouragement. It's easy to see why this book and its sequels have become modern classics. |
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Kids on Board By Robyn Freedman Spizman
Do you dread hearing the words, "Are we there yet???" from the kids in the
back seat? This book will turn your ride into a fun-filled journey, with
enjoyable and educational activities to keep children occupied during
carpools, day trips, and long vacations. Having had it road-tested by our
favorite, antsy eight-year-old, Sarah Ross -- who loved it -- we can heartily
recommend this book!
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How Come? By Kathy Wollard
Ever tried to explain to a curious child why the sky is blue, how we get hiccups,
or where lightning comes from? This enjoyable guide provides the answers to these
and dozens of other science questions posed by kids. Written in language that
talks to (but not down to) youngsters, adults will also enjoy the interesting
explanations. And the questions that remain even among the answers -- for example,
researchers know how we dream, but not why we do it -- may spur on your budding
scientist to solve more mysteries of the universe.
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The Right Moves: A Girl's Guide to Getting Fit and Feeling Good By Tina Schwager and Michele Schuerger
Many of the attitudes that foster eating disorders set in during the preteen years. But if you can catch the attention of girls early on, experts say, positive ideas about body image and nutrition can take hold. Especially important for girls in the 10 to 13 age range, this guide is filled with great information about fitness, eating well, and boosting self-esteem. It also lays out the pitfalls of dieting and the warning signs of eating disorders. Preteen readers will especially enjoy the tips and quizzes peppered throughout the book.
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Period. A Girl's Guide to Menstruation By JoAnn Loulan and Bonnie Worthen
Parents and daughters can use all the help they can get to comprehend the changes that come with menstruation. Written for ages 8 and up, this excellent guide covers the physical and emotional aspects of a young woman's cycle in a clear, simple,supportive format. It's also very practical, explaining the myriad of products on drugstore shelves and even how to get free samples. There's a handy parent's guide that will help moms and dads discuss this essential topic with their daughters.
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Taming of the C.A.N.D.Y. Monster By Vicky Lansky
Vicky Lansky has updated her classic that helps parents cope with C.A.N.D.Y., the Continuously Advertised Nutritionally Deficient Yummies that kids so lovingly embrace. Today's parents, up against Lunchables and a zillion sugary cereals, will appreciate her sensible tips for getting kids (and the whole family) to eat more nutritionally. There are plenty of recipes that cater to a child's sweet tooth, while managing to work in a good dose of calcium or grains. You'll also find healthy versions of chicken nuggets and junk foods, along with fun ways to get kids to eat their veggies.
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Vegetables Rock! A Complete Guide for Teenage Vegetarians By Stephanie Pierson
Targeted to teens, this book is written in a down-to-earth style that will really appeal to teens, and covers all the essentials. It's great if you want to use it to steer an aspiring young vegetarian in the right direction.
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Exploring the Night Sky: The Equinox Astronomy Guide for Beginners By Terrence Dickinson
Plan a family stargazing adventure soon, and take this great guide along. It's an excellent intro for children ... as well as us older folks ... to the planets, stars, quasars, and black holes that lie beyond Earth. Excellent diagrams make the process of identifying stars easy. One quibble: it'd be great if the book included the dates for current astronomical events. Fortunately, for the most part, things in outer space don't seem to change very often!
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Look-Alikes (ages 7-up) By Joan Steiner
At first glance, the scenes in this book appear to be charming children's illustrations,
but they're much, much more. Artist Joan Steiner has constructed truly fascinating
scenes, using hundreds of common (and uncommon) objects. It's up to you and your favorite
youngster to spot each one. Kids giggle when they realize the tree is really a broccoli
stalk, the pavement is flatbread, and the bricks are dog biscuits. Younger children
enjoy discovering many familiar items, like fences made of crayons, and older kids
will want to hunt down every one of the look-alikes. Even after the answers are revealed,
you'll go back again and again to see how much you remember. Good news! There's now a Jr. version
of this book, for ages 4-8 ($13.95).
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Least Toxic Home Pest Control By Dan Stein
Got a pesky family of mice in the country or an army of cockroaches in
the city? You'll find lots of sensible, even entertaining advice in this
easy reading guide. Rid your home of the most common pests, including fleas,
lice, termites and carpenter ants, via simple, no- and low-chemical strategies.
When all else fails, learn how to safely use the more toxic stuff.
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The Education of Little Tree By Forrest Carter
This story, of a young Cherokee boy who is raised by his grandparents
in the 1930's, is wonderfully funny, and deeply poignant. Great for
family reading.
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Kids Can Cook -- Vegetarian Recipes By Dorothy R. Bates
As more and more children are deciding to be vegetarians, more and more parents are wondering if a vegetarian diet will provide the necessary nutrients for their growing child. Kids Can Cook offers both simple vegetarian recipes that kids will enjoy and a meal planning guide to answer the nutritional concerns. On a recent trip to North Carolina, grandson Zachary and I made the Ginger Molasses Cookies. They were great!
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Safe Homes, Safe Neighborhoods: Stopping Crime Where You Live By Stephanie Mann with M.C. Blakeman
In study after study, Americans indicate that crime is their number one concern.
Want to do something more than shake in your boots? This book is filled
with key steps to protecting your home, your car, and most important, your
life and those of the people you love. Learn how to set up a neighborhood
watch group, combat family violence, and teach your kids to protect themselves.
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365 TV-Free Activities You Can Do with Your Child By Steve and Ruth Bennett
Afraid your kids might turn into couch potatoes? Tempt the 2 years+
crowd away from the Saturday morning cartoons and commercials with
the clever ideas in this easy-to-use guide. At $7.95, it's a bargain.
But there's a hidden cost. You'll have to invest some of that most
precious of all commodities -- your time.
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The Kid's Guide to Service Projects By Barbara A. Lewis
Getting kids to care about things beyond "looks," and involved in activities more fulfilling than MTV, could make a real difference in their lives. A pre-teen friend, too young to volunteer at a local animal shelter, found more than a dozen ideas for helping animals in this guide. There are 500+ great leads for kids who want to do good, e.g., improve the environment, help seniors, fight hunger, etc. The book also explains how to create fliers, write press releases, start petitions, lobby politicians, and fund raise.
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Audubon Guides to the National Wildlife Refuges David Emblidge, Series Editor
These beautiful new regional guidebooks tell you the who, what, when, and where of the hundreds of National Wildlife Refuges that offer spectacular views of birds, critters, and plant life, usually for free or very low cost! There are separate volumes for New England, the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, North Central, South Central, Rocky Mountains, Alaska & the Northwest, and California & Hawaii that will help you get up close and personal with unspoiled nature. Some refuges are well off the beaten path, so take along a map to supplement the books' directions. (Be sure to specify the region you want when ordering.)
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Brandywine Critters By Volunteers of the Brandywine River Museum, Brandywine Conservancy
This wonderful book gives easy-to-follow directions for creating absolutely
adorable critters ... and great memories ... using natural materials like pods,
pinecones, and nutshells. The book also includes a monthly gathering calendar
which makes it easy to take a quality time, family collecting hike. Soon, you'll
be marveling at your very own whimsical little poodles, cats, ballerina bears,
corn husk angels, golfers, skiers, and assorted Christmas ornaments. They're
wonderful!
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365 Outdoor Activities You Can Do With Your Chlid By Steve and Ruth Bennett
Next time your child says "I'm bored," you'll be happy to have a copy of this
treasure trove of outdoor games, projects, and explorations. You'll find everything
from classics like Red Light, Green Light and Red Rover to innovative activities
like Fireless Fireworks and Pinball by the Sea. As with Steve and Ruth Bennett's
earlier book, 365 TV-Free Activities You Can Do With Your Child, there's loads of
fun. And the only cost is the time you'll need to spend with your kids. Actually,
that's not a cost ... it's one of the best investments you could ever make!
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Playing Smart By Susan K. Perry
Here's where to turn for creative responses to "How much longer?" -- that
classic question asked by children of all ages -- when sitting in traffic,
waiting in the doctor's office, or standing in line at the supermarket. You
and your kids (ages 4-14) will enjoy the offbeat, simple games in Playing
Smart. These 200 pages of fun ideas will turn, "Aren't we there yet?!" into
"Are we there already?!"
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Disgruntled: The Darker Side of the World of Work By Daniel S. Levine
The word "work" implies doing something you'd rather not be doing, but you
do it in exchange for money. Daniel S. Levine founded www.disgruntled.com as
"The Business Magazine for People Who Work for a Living." Whether you hate or
love your job, you'll get an entertaining, if somewhat frightening, view of
that crazy world we know as "work." If you have a job, and you want to get "gruntled,"
read this book.
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Women Leaving the Workplace By Larry Burkett
Financial counselor Larry Burkett has worked with many families making the
transition from dual-income to one-income households, so that a working woman
can successfully become a stay-at-home mom. Written from a Christian perspective,
the book deals with the fears couples have about the lost income and presents
strategies for cutting expenses and earning money working from home. It also
poignantly presents the stories of women who are making the transition, along
with practical tips from stay-at-home mothers.
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Rise Up Singing By Peter Blood & Annie Patterson
Looking for the words and chords to virtually any song that's been
important to Americans, be it a folk song or popular tune? Here they
are! Consider having a good old fashioned songfest. It's a great way
for a family to spend time together.
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The First Honest Book About Lies By Jonni Kincher
This book was written primarily to help teenagers cope with the distortions,
deceptions, fluff, and outright lies that confront us all, every day.
Kincher doesn't preach truth, she illuminates it. Her book is thought
provoking ... and fun ... no matter how old you are. A great springboard
for family discussions.
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Dr. Tightwad's Money-Smart Kids By Janet Bodnar
In the same way that the last generation kept Dr. Spock's book on
hand, you'll dog-ear this book -- to help your kids become super
savers, savvy shoppers, cautious about credit cards, and suspicious
of advertising hype. Bodnar addresses the multitude of dilemmas faced
by parents at every stage of their child's developing financial awareness.
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Kids, Money and Values By Pat Estess and Irving Barocas
Want to raise money wise kids? Through role playing, games, and activities,
you'll learn how and when to give an allowance, how to instill a work
ethic, how to teach sharing ... and the other values your children
will use their entire lives.
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Selling Out America's Children By David Walsh
Violence, sexual messages, and materialism in American culture are indeed having
a profound effect on our kids. Psychologis David Walsh sounds a wake-up call
for parents and details how television, films, video games -- even supermodels --
give our children harmful ideas and unrealistic expectations, encouraging them to
grow up too fast. Since parents are often unwitting accomplices, the book lays out
many strategies to help steer a course toward healthier values.
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The Caring Parent's Guide to Child Care By Elissa Tabak-Lombardo
Finding quality child care can be a nightmare. But it doesn't have to be. Here are
206 pages of advice from a nationally respected child care center's director. Learn
how to locate, evaluate, and choose the right setting for you as well as your child.
You'll also get an insider's perspective on how a quality day care center should
operate, along with a series of "reg light warnings" to tip you off to a center that isn't
doing a good job. A great gift for a new parent.
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We the Media Edited by Don Hazen and Julie Winoker
What do TV, radio, newspapers, magazines and book publishers have in common? They're often
owned by the same international conglomerates, what they report and publish is
often censored so as not to offend their owners or advertisers, and their highly
paid reporters have become entertainers and pundits, leaving no one to objectively
report real news.
We the Media contains more than 150 brilliantly written editorials that will both entertain and frighten you. "If we don't act now," Hazen writes, "our children may not be able to discern a news story from a sneaker ad, and Hard Copy may come to represent the standard for investigative reporting for generations to come." |
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