New Releases by Ben Jackson

"We''re leaving now!" With those words, Ruby''s parents gathered her and her brothers together, loaded their truck with emergency supplies they had collected, and drove to the nearest evacuation centre. Ruby knows that bushfires can flare up quickly and move rapidly. When her parents learn that a bushfire is heading toward their sheep farm, Ruby is scared but gets to work helping her family prepare. As they evacuate to a community shelter with her beloved grandfather, Ruby can smell the fire on the wind and see its glow in the night sky. She can only hope their preparations will keep them safe. Ruby and the Blazing Bushfire is a resource for parents, grandparents, first responders, and educators to help young people understand and accept our normal fears about natural disasters and understand the importance of planning ahead to survive them. Included is a glossary of the various terms used by Australian states and a preparation guide for bushfires.

"It''s time to go to the shelter. Now!" As their radio buzzes a tornado warning and sirens wail in the distance, Oliver, his sister Emma, and their parents move quickly to find shelter from an approaching tornado. The family has been getting ready for hours as storm clouds gather and the skies turn a creepy green and gray. Despite his fear, Oliver knows they have done all they can to protect their home, property, and the animals on their small family farm. Now, it''s time to take shelter as a large funnel cloud roars across the fields towards their home. Oliver is afraid that his home could be blown away. He''s concerned that everything he knows and loves could be damaged or destroyed by the rampaging storm. When his parents tell him it''s time to evacuate to their emergency storm shelter, Max wonders if his world will ever feel safe again. Oliver and the Twisting Tornado explores the natural fears of a child facing a life-changing storm that can hit with little or no warning. Tornadoes can cause widespread damage, both physical and emotional. As Max and his family, friends, and neighbors come together, they show us the power of community working together in the face of a major natural disaster. Oliver and the Twisting Tornado emphasizes thoughtful preparation, family connection, and community support, making it a timely and helpful resource for parents, grandparents, educators, and anyone teaching tornado safety and working to build resilience among young people. Oliver and the Twisting Tornado supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) by helping children manage storm-related anxiety, understand tornado alerts, and feel confident in taking action.

Material Masculinities examines the material and consumer practices of over 1000 men from the middling and upper ranks of eighteenth-century society, c.1650–1850. It draws upon evidence from over 35 archives and museum collections to detail how material objects were integral for men in forming identities and shaping experiences. For men of all social ranks, ages, and geographic locations, material knowledge was imperative for masculine social identities to operate in a commercial society. Before the centralised factory and widespread mass-produced goods, men personalised and repaired their goods; products were shaped by men’s attitudes and concerns. Objects were tools in men’s identity formation and the exercise of social and gendered power. There was a reciprocal relationship between men and goods in this period; men were active agents of material and commercial change driving product and aesthetic innovation.

A hurricane is barrelling toward Max''s coastal home. Max is scared. What will happen to his family and friends and home as this monster storm roars in? Max knows about hurricanes. Over the years, some have hit his coastal town. The locals talk about ferocious winds, heavy rain, and flooding. His mom and dad are worried about the hurricane, which is getting stronger by the hour. Max worries his home could be blown away. He''s nervous as his dad helps them gather the supplies they will need. When his parents tell him it''s time to evacuate to an emergency shelter, Max wonders if his world will ever feel safe again. Max and the Mighty Hurricane explores the natural fears of a young boy who is forced to face the possible loss of his life, his home, and the people he loves. As Max and his family, friends, and neighbors come together, they show us the power of community in the face of a major natural disaster. Max and the Mighty Hurricane is an engaging resource for parents, grandparents, and educators to help young people understand and accept our natural fears of extreme weather events and plan ahead to survive them. Included are checklists for emergency supplies, links for online resources, and an Award of Merit for young weather heroes.

The Africa Cup of Nations explores the vibrant history of one of football'' s iconic but often overlooked international tournaments. For a long time, the Africa Cup of Nations has been seen as a nuisance to European clubs and fans. However, the tournament has a rich history and is fast becoming an event that brings together the finest players in the world. Africa'' s cup has witnessed some tremendous teams, from the great Ghana side of the 1960s, to the Zaire team of the 1970s, right up to the dominant Egypt side of the 2000s. There are many stories of redemption and achievement, such as the return of South Africa in the 1990s following apartheid, and the triumph of Zambia after the tragedy of 1993. The book brings us all the great teams, managers and players who have lit up the tournament. As well as turning the spotlight on African football, it examines the history of African states, looking at how events off the pitch – including apartheid in South Africa and anti-colonial movements – impacted those on it.

The Dakota kids from the Hurricanes and the Lightning are edging closer to high school and their upcoming graduation, and in Hockey Wars 14, they''re heading away for a memorable class camping trip in the National Park! Hockey tryouts were happening for the upcoming season, but Millie, Georgia, Cameron, and the rest of the crew were focused on their class trip. However, they''re still not 100% sure where they''re going or what they will be doing, so it''s all a little bit mysterious until they get the announcement they are waiting for! What fun will the kids from Dakota get up to in the National Park? Also, will a surprise return visit from an old friend leave the kids reeling in shock? You''ll need to read Hockey Wars 14 to find out!

For Olivia, a new town, school, and softball team were possibly the last things on her mind, but after being told they''d be moving, it was now becoming a reality. Not only would she need to make new friends, but she''d also have to prove herself on her new softball team all over again. Olivia lived and breathed softball. Growing up, the only sport she''d ever been interested in was softball, and with her dad teaching her, she''d become a pretty good pitcher. However, finding herself now living in Greenville meant that she''d have to try out for the Blue Jays and earn her spot as a pitcher if she wanted any chance of playing softball this year. Making new friends at a new school was hard enough, but fighting your way onto one of the best softball teams in the division could be even harder. Will Olivia make the team, and will she be able to make new friends? Or would it all go horribly wrong? Read Softball Strikeout The New Girl now to find out!

Bruce loved hockey, but there was one small problem. Bruce wasn''t like other kids. Bruce was a ghost, and Bruce''s dad didn''t think little ghosts should be playing hockey, not when there was scaring and spooking to do! However, Bruce was determined to see his dream of playing hockey with the other kids come true, and one Halloween, he devised a clever plan. Would Bruce be able to turn his dream of playing hockey into a reality, or would his hopes come crashing down around him?

The kids from the Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and this time they''ve headed away on a tournament as part of the state team to compete at a national level! Millie making the state team has been a lifelong dream and one she had finally gathered the courage to go after. Now, on the team, nothing was going to stand in her way from chasing her dreams. Millie and Cameron have headed away for a state tournament in Denver, Colorado, and it will be their toughest competition yet! But that''s not all that''s happening. The girls from the Dakota Hurricanes will get some very exciting news, but you''ll need to read the book to find out! If you have enjoyed reading along with Cameron, Millie, Georgia, Rhys, Khloe, and all the crew from Dakota, what are you waiting for? Skate your way into Hockey Wars 11 now!

The kids from the Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and this time they''ve headed away for an amazing summer camp at the Pro Snipe Academy! Summer camp is undeniably one of the best parts of summer, hanging out with friends, meeting new friends, activities, hockey, smores, sing-a-longs, and more. Millie is fully committed to trying out for the state hockey team this year, and two weeks of hockey development and fun is just what she needs to take her game to the next level. Millie, Cameron, Rhys, Finn, Liam, Georgia, and a bunch of the gang will be there at the Pro Snipe Academy. Along with loads of hockey, there are also many other activities, including water fights, relays, talent competitions, and much more. If you have enjoyed reading along with Cameron, Millie, Georgia, and all the crew from Dakota, then what are you waiting for? Slide your way into Hockey Wars 9 now!

Swedish girl''s hockey The Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and this time they have teamed up with the team for an International Tournament! The Swedish girl''s hockey team is in town for an international tournament, and they are staying with the girls from the Hurricanes. Could this be the motivation that Millie needs to step up and take her hockey game to the next level? The girls have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of their new friends from Sweden. Long nights of talking, laughing, and video calls are finally over! From friendly boys versus girls hockey games to witnessing international hockey in front of a huge crowd of spectators, it''s going to be a wild few weeks of hockey and fun in Dakota. If you have enjoyed reading along with Cameron, Millie, Georgia, Khloe, and all the crew from Dakota, then what are you waiting for? Skate your way into Hockey Wars 8 now!

From Anger to Action tells the stories of the citizens'' movements charting new paths to tackle the big global challenges that lie behind the political upheavals of our times. Drawing on candid insights from citizens, activists, and innovators, and their own experiences as leaders of internationally recognized advocacy organizations, the authors give an insider account of the battle for change and how it can be won – as well as trenchant criticism of where traditional civil society has lost its way and needs renewal. While unflinching on the dangers of the current political crises, the book offers hard-edged hope and a vision for citizen-led change to reshape our fractured politics. We meet communities in economically-battered towns welcoming refugees and Syrian peacebuilders reaching across impossible divides, go behind the scenes with Fairtrade banana farmers and hear of frenzied climate campaigners pushing divestment from oil companies and using social media to drive change. Lamb and Jackson explore how citizens’ movements are transforming our global politics, refashioning internationalism and fighting back against narrow nationalism. The book analyses why some movements secure lasting change – and others fail. And they show how these insights could shape a wider strategy for grassroots-up transformation. From Anger to Action will be of interest to social activists and anyone interested in social movements, global change, and civil society.

The Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and together they''re all getting ready for the big drama club production as well as their first year of middle school! Starting middle school is never easy, but when you have such a great bunch of friends, it can take the pressure out of the first day of school. The girls and boys of the Hurricanes and Lightning not only have to compete against seniors for ice time, but they''ll also need to audition for the big drama club production. There are many changes ahead and some new friends, but with the help and support of their best friends, these kids should be up for the challenge! Oh, and don''t forget plenty of on the ice action. If you have enjoyed reading along with Cameron, Millie, Mia, Khloe, and all the crew, then what are you waiting for? Dive into Hockey Wars 6 - Middle School now!

Scottish nationalism is a powerful movement in contemporary politics, yet the goal of Scottish independence emerged surprisingly recently into public debate. The origins of Scottish nationalism lie not in the medieval battles for Scottish statehood, the Acts of Union, the Scottish Enlightenment, or any other traditional historical milestone. Instead, an influential separatist Scottish nationalism began to take shape only in the 1970s and achieved its present ideological maturity in the course of the 1980s and 1990s. The nationalism that emerged from this testing period of Scottish history was unusual in that it demanded independence not to defend a threatened ancestral culture but as the most effective way to promote the agenda of the left. This accessible and engaging account of the political thought of Scottish nationalism explores how the arguments for Scottish independence were crafted over some fifty years by intellectuals, politicians and activists, and why these ideas had such a seismic impact on Scottish and British politics in the 2014 independence referendum.

The Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and this time they have teamed up with some hockey friends for the summer lacrosse season! With a competitive field lacrosse season ready to start within weeks, tryouts were tough as the boys and girls all competed for spots in the Blue Storm lacrosse team. With a big season of lacrosse weekends ahead, these young kids were facing a steep learning curve, and only time would tell if they were going to be up to the challenge. The sunny green lacrosse fields were a long way from the cold hockey arenas most of the kids were used to playing on. Liam, Cameron, Rhys, Millie, Mia and many of the other Dakota hockey players along with some new friends, were willing to give it their best shot though. Will the Blue Storm be up to the challenge? Can they prove that they''re as good on the lacrosse field as they are on the hockey ice? There''s only one way to find out! Check out Hockey Wars 5 - Lacrosse Wars now!

Timmy and his best friend the Little Fart are back again and its baseball season! If you and your child love to read together, and you''ve been searching for a beautifully illustrated and hilarious story, then you are going to love reading along with Timmy and the Little Fart as they hit the baseball field. The Day My Fart Followed Me To Baseball is the perfect baseball book for boys and girls. The Day My Fart Followed Me To Baseball follows Timmy as he heads out onto the baseball field for the first game of the season. While Timmy is busy on the field, the Little Fart discovers a mischievous way to teach some bullies a valuable lesson. If you enjoy reading funny books with beautiful illustrations and love having your child read along with you, then make sure you grab a copy of The Day My Fart Followed Me To Baseball. Discover and giggle along with Timmy and his best friend on their exciting day on the baseball field.

The Little Fart is back, and he''s not alone this time! He''s bought a whole family of farts along with him! If you and your child love to read together, then you are going to love reading along with the Little Fart as he introduces us to his extended fart family. It''s Not Easy Being A Little Fart is a beautifully illustrated journey of the Little Fart as he introduces us to his extended fart family. The Little Fart is Timmy''s best imaginary friend, and while you can''t see him, you''ll definitely be able to smell him! If you enjoy reading funny books with beautiful illustrations and love having your child read along with you, then make sure you grab It''s Not Easy Being A Little Fart! Discover and giggle along with the Little Fart as he introduces his stinky and funny family! Scroll up and get ready to giggle along with your children!

Read along with the caterpillar as it travels around the world trying exciting new activities and having fun! Reading with children is one of the biggest forms of early education, helping to develop young minds. As a young child, it''s important to believe that anything is possible. If I Was A Caterpillar is a beautifully illustrated children''s book that follows a caterpillar on its journey as it discovers new activities. Too often these days, children are being put onto tracks that are unachievable or told that a dream is just a dream and to forget about it. One of the most enjoyable things about being a young child is believing that you can fly to the moon as an astronaut or dive under the water searching for hidden treasure. If I Was A Caterpillar shows young children that you can do anything you want. Your dreams can come true! If you enjoy reading books with beautiful illustrations and love having your child read along with you, then make sure you check out If I Was A Caterpillar!

TIMMY AND HIS BEST FRIEND THE LITTLE FART ARE PLAYING HOCKEY THIS TIME AROUND! If you enjoyed The Day My Fart Followed Me To Hockey then you''ll love the coloring book! If your children love to color, then they''ll love to put their own personal spin on Timmy and the Little Fart. Who doesn''t love to COLOUR? We know we do! If you would like to color Timmy and the Little Fart yourself, then don''t hesitate to grab a copy for your kids! Discover and giggle along with Timmy and his best friend with adventures on the ice.

Já alguma vez quiseram saber um pouco mais sobre como ser o derradeiro homem? Ou talvez desejem saber mais sobre ser um íman de mulheres. Nesse caso, este é o livro para vocês. Sejam bem-vindos ao nosso projecto colectivo para vos trazer algumas dicas, conselhos e truques utéis para todas as necessidades exigidas diariamente aos homens. Dentro destas páginas há algo para qualquer tipo de homem no planeta, quer seja já um quebra-corações ou um MacGyver. Começamos a nossa jornada no caminho da masculinidade com o primeiro e importante passo, ser um Don Juan. Precisarão de uma vantagem nos encontros, ou talvez só umas dicas, se estiverem enferrujados, neste livro encontrarão o que precisam. A seguir vem o Mestre da Culinária, uma compilação de receitas e estratégias para preparar o jantar perfeito à vossa mais que tudo ou fazer uma Festarola para ver a Bola com 50 amigos, nestas páginas. Depois uma cambalhota direitinha para O Real Homem, vinda da Caverna Masculina até à secção dos jogos para a bubadeira. Seguidamente, a àrea na qual se calhar precisamos de ouvir a voz da razão, O Homem Cuidado, arranjando as pilosidades e aparência dos pés à cabeça. Do cuidado com a estética passamos para telemóveis, PS3''s e outras tecnologias no Capitão Engenhocas, onde encontrarão a informação para permanecerem no topo do ranking. Já alguma vez vos apeteceu aventurarem-se pela Natureza e abraçar os genes de homem das cavernas? Claro que sim, Indiana Jonas orientar-vos-á para a direcção certa. Já todos estivemos numa situação chata em que tivemos de mudar um pneu ou fazer umas reparações e convém poupar dinheiro tratando nós do assunto tal como o Homem das 7 Ferramentas. Por último, não necessariamente de menor importância temos o Homem Fit, para ficar e permanecer em forma. Não se deixem levar só pela descrição, mergulhem no grande e misterioso mundo secreto da testosterona e quem sabe o que encontrarão!

¿Alguna vez has querido saber un poquito más acerca de ser un hombre entre los hombres? O quizá necesitas saber un poquito más acerca de ser un caballero para las damas, entonces este es el libro para ti. Bienvenido a nuestro esfuerzo de colaboración en traer algunos consejos y trucos útiles para las necesidades cotidianas de ser un hombre. En estas páginas hay algo disponible para cada hombre en el planeta, no importa si ya eres un caballero para las damas o un hombre practico de corazón. Empezamos nuestro viaje hacia ser un hombre con la primera e importante pieza del rompecabezas, el Hombre Romántico. Necesitas una ventaja para esas citas o quizá solo unos cuantos consejos si estás un poco oxidado, dentro encontrarás lo que necesitas. Después está el Hombre Cocinero, los consejos y trucos para cocinar tu cena perfecta o hacer una fiesta para el Súper Tazón con 50 personas, aquí lo encontrarás. Después pasamos directamente al Hombre entre los Hombres, desde la profunda y oscura Cueva del Hombre, por todo el camino hasta llegar de nuevo a las bebidas en la sección de juegos. Aquí está una sección de la que probablemente necesitemos algunos consejos, El Hombre Afeitado, aseo y arreglo de pies a cabeza. Desde afeitado y aseo hasta teléfonos móviles y PS3, televisiones y otros gadgets, el Hombre Tecnológico es donde encontrarás la información que necesitas para permanecer en la cima de tu juego. ¿Alguna vez has querido salir a la naturaleza y abrazar a tu cavernícola interior? Por supuesto tienes al Hombre de Exteriores que te indicará la dirección correcta. Todos hemos estado, al menos una vez, en la situación de cambiar un neumático o tratando de ahorrar dinero haciéndolo nosotros mismos, el Hombre Práctico lo tiene todo cubierto. El último en nuestra lista, pero definitivamente no menos importante, es el Hombre en Forma, ponte y mantente en forma. No solo tomes nuestras palabras por sentado, sumérgete en el amplio y misterioso

The Day My Fart Followed Santa Up The Chimney is a beautifully illustrated journey of Timmy''s best friend the Little Fart and Santa Clause as they help deliver presents and spread happiness and joy. There''s always plenty of laughter and giggles as the Little Fart attempts to help the only way he knows how.

Si vous et votre enfant aimez lire ensemble, vous allez adorer ce livre! Le jour où le ti-pet de Timmy l''à suivi jusqu''à la maison est une belle histoire illustrée qui raconte comment Timmy s''est fait son nouvel ami. Si vous aimez lire de drôles de livres avec de belles images et adorez lire avec votre enfant, soyez certain de lire Le jour où le ti-pet de Timmy l''à suivi jusqu''à la maison. Découvrez et rigolez avec Timmy lorsqu''il prend son voyage inattendu avec son nouveau meilleur ami!

Bem-vindo ao guia completo de como sobreviver a um apocalipse zumbi! Esse livro é seu melhor amigo em se tratando de zumbis, como vencê-los e como sobreviver em um ambiente pós-apocalíptico. Nas páginas de Como sobreviver ao Apocalipse Zumbi, cobriremos uma ampla variedade de assuntos: - Quatro tipos principais de zumbis - Ficar ou correr? - Suprimentos e Mochilas de Emergência - Armas para matar zumbis - Viajando após o apocalipse - Resenhas de séries e filmes sobre zumbis E mais! Se você quer aprender sobre zumbis, não existe fonte melhor. Não enfrente zumbis sem este guia!

Les presento la guía completa con respecto a los zombis y a cómo sobrevivir al apocalipsis zombi. Considere que este libro es su mejor recurso con respecto al tema de los zombis, cómo vencerlos y cómo sobrevivir en un entorno post-apocalíptico. En las páginas del libro "Cómo Sobrevivir al Apocalipsis Zombi, abarcaré una amplia gama de temas, a saber: los cuatro diferentes tipos de zombis, si hay que reubicarse o quedarse en un solo lugar, provisiones y preparación de una mochila de supervivencia, armas para matar a los zombis, aventurarse solo o formar un grupo, modos de transporte después del evento apocalíptico, reseñas sobre series de televisión y películas populares que abordan el tema de los zombis. Si quiere conocer el tema de los zombis, entonces no encontrará un mejor recurso que este libro. Además, el libro no solo trata sobre zombis, sino que se abarca una gran variedad de temas. Se habla sobre la manera de sobrevivir en un entorno post-apocalíptico y lo que se puede hacer para estar preparado para dicho evento. Por favor, desplácese a la parte superior de la página y haga clic en el botón de COMPRAR AHORA, le aseguro que no se arrepentirá.

O Guia Completo para Relacionamentos À Distância. Se está num relacionamento à distância ou talvez apenas a cortejar, interessado em começar algum, então este livro contém tudo o que realmente precisa. Este livro contém uma quantidade incrível de informações sobre relacionamentos à distância, as coisas que sempre quis saber e muito provavelmente nunca tinha sequer ponderado. Escrito por um casal que se conheceu on-line e que tem desfrutado com sucesso um relacionamento à distância há muitos anos! Desde relacionamentos à distância tradicionais, relacionamentos on-line, relacionamentos ''voar para cá e para lá'' e relações militares. Este livro tem algo para todos. Aqui vai descobrir informações sobre: A Definição de relacionamentos à distância, Comunicação, Ferramentas, Truques e Dicas; Vida Militar & FIFO (Fly In Fly Out) - Voar Para Cá e Para Lá; Amigos e Família; Torne Essa Visita Inesquecível; Lidar Com Problemas num Relacionamento à Distância; Coisas a Fazer Quando Afastados, Imigração e Muito Mais! Não importa se está apenas a iniciar o seu relacionamento à distância ou se já esteve num por algum tempo, faça um favor a si próprio, vá até o topo desta página e clique. Compre agora! Considere este livro como um pequeno investimento para a vida da sua felicidade.

The Complete Guide to Long Distance Relationships. If you''re in a long-distance relationship or perhaps you''re just flirting around the edges of one, then this book contains everything that you''ll ever need. This book contains an amazing amount of information on long distance relationships, things you''ve always wanted to know and a lot you probably haven''t even consider. Written by a couple who met online and have been successfully enjoying a long distance relationship for many years now! From traditional long distance relationships, online relationships, fly in fly out relationships and military relationships. This book has something for everyone. Inside you''ll discover information on; The definition of a long distance relationships Communication, Tools, Tricks & Tips Military Life & Fly In Fly Out Friends and Family Making It a Visit to Remember Dealing With Problems in a Long Distance Relationship Things to Do While Apart, Immigration and So Much More! It doesn''t matter if you''re just starting out in your long distance relationship or you''ve been in one for a while, do yourself a favor, scroll up to the top of this page and click BUY it now! Consider this book is a small investment on a lifetime of your happiness.