New Releases by Kelly Johnson

In a peaceful meadow, shy and soft-spoken Quincy the Quail dreams of finding courage in his own gentle way, unlike the loud and bold birds around him. One morning, a mysterious whispering wind calls him toward the forest, promising a hidden treasure that might help him discover his quiet strength. Packing only a few small, meaningful items, Quincy sets off on a gentle journey filled with wonder and new friendships, like Freddy the Frog, who helps him navigate the tricky marshlands. Through his calm courage and thoughtful steps, Quincy learns that bravery doesnt have to be loudit can be found in quiet moments and steady hearts.

In Gary the Goose Gathers the Stars, Kelly Johnson tells the heartwarming tale of a dreamer named Gary, a gentle goose who lives by a magical forest pond but feels a deep and quiet longing for the stars above. While his days are filled with the vibrant life of the pondsunlit water, playful siblings, and chattering forest friendsGarys true love is the night sky. Unlike others, he sees stars not just as distant lights, but as magical companions filled with stories, warmth, and wonder. Despite teasing from his family and knowing the stars are impossibly far, Gary dreams of one day holding a starnot for himself, but to share its light and stories with everyone he loves. One enchanted evening, as the forest seems to hold its breath, a star begins to fall from the sky, setting the stage for Garys quiet but powerful journey of hope, courage, and connectiona journey that begins not with flight, but with a dream brave enough to reach for the impossible.

Abby, a curious and imaginative armadillo living in a cozy desert burrow, dreams of exploring the unknown beyond the dunes. One night, she discovers a magical compass that glows and points toward a mysterious, uncharted land. Encouraged by her desert friends and guided by the glowing compass, Abby sets off on an exciting journey that leads her into a vibrant, enchanted forest filled with wonders and secrets. With courage and her trusty compass, Abby embarks on an amazing adventure where imagination becomes reality and new friendships and discoveries await.

In Leo the Lucky Lizard, a shimmering green lizard named Leo feels out of place in his vibrant jungle home despite his dazzling golden scales. Surrounded by animals with bold personalities and clear talents, Leo struggles with self-doubt, believing he lacks a meaningful gift. Longing for purpose beyond his glittering appearance, he sets off on a courageous journey into the unknown jungle, guided by a mysterious Whispering Wind and the hope of discovering his true worth. Along the way, Leo shows kindness, forms new friendships, and begins to uncover the quiet strength and value within himself. As the jungle responds to his gentle heart and growing confidence, Leo learns that luck isn''t just about being specialit''s about being brave enough to follow your own path and kind enough to help others along the way. His journey is just beginning, but already, Leo is no longer just a lizard who sparkleshe is a lizard with purpose, courage, and a story worth following.

In Charlie the Chimp Climbs a Castle, a curious and adventurous young chimpanzee named Charlie sets out on an imaginative journey to conquer a towering castle hidden deep within an enchanted forest. Along the way, he encounters whimsical obstacles, quirky animal friends, and magical surprises that challenge his courage and creativity. Each step upward tests Charlies determination and showcases the power of perseverance and wonder. As Charlie ascends the castles many levelseach more fantastical than the lasthe discovers that the greatest treasures are not gold or jewels, but the friendships he forms and the confidence he gains. Filled with heart, humor, and a sense of discovery, this story invites readers into a world where bravery blooms and dreams take flight.

Leo the Lemur is known throughout the jungle for his loud, joyful laugh and endless chatter, which fill the forest with happiness but sometimes drown out the quieter voices of his friendsespecially his best friend, Tia the Toucan, who struggles to be heard. When the jungle celebrates the Great Jungle Quiet Day, Leo learns to embrace silence and truly listen with his heart, discovering the gentle beauty of the forests subtle sounds and the feelings behind his friends words. Through this new understanding, Leo becomes more aware of Tias worries and feelings, realizing that listening deeply is a precious gift that strengthens friendship and connection beyond laughter and noise.

Nina, a young narwhal living beneath the Arctic Ocean, dreams of exploring beyond the familiar icy waters where her pod swims in harmony. Though she feels safe and loved in her tight-knit family, the distant stars above and the tales of the vast northern seas ignite a sense of adventure within her. Her spiraled tusk, still growing, symbolizes her potential, and the allure of the northern lights and uncharted waters beckon her. Despite warnings from her mother about the dangers of the unknown, Ninas curiosity and longing to understand more of the world grow stronger. One day, Nina makes the decision to leave her pod and venture into the northern waters, ready to discover what lies beyond the comfort of home. The stars above shine brighter than ever, and for the first time, Nina feels the thrill of true freedom.

In the heart of the Antarctic, Penny the Penguin longs for something more than the daily games and chilly swims of her colonyshe dreams of filling the frozen, white world around her with color. One quiet morning, stirred by a longing she cant quite explain, Penny discovers a forgotten box of paints left behind by a human researcher. With excitement bubbling inside her, she decides to try something no penguin has ever done: paint. Through determination, creativity, and a few flipper-fumbles, Penny begins to transform a patch of ice into a vibrant canvas, painting the dreams and colors that live in her heart. Her journey is not just about creating art, but about believing in herself, embracing imperfection, and sharing her imagination with the world.

In the heart of the Australian outback, an endlessly curious little quokka named Quincy sets out on an adventure armed with his handmade notebook and a head full of questions. With the sunrise painting the sky and excitement bubbling in his belly, Quincy decides today is the perfect day to ask as many questions as he can. His first stop is Kylie the Kangaroo, who joyfully teaches him all about the art and science of hoppingfrom springy legs to balancing tails. Along the way, Quincy doesnt just collect facts; he also collects laughter, friendship, and the joy of discovery. With each question asked and answered, Quincy learns that the world is full of wondersand the best way to explore them is with curiosity, courage, and good friends by your side.

In Kenny the Koalas Kite Keeps Flying by Kelly Johnson, young Kenny the Koala eagerly prepares to fly a magnificent kite that he and his forest friends lovingly crafted together. Set against a lush eucalyptus forest, the story follows Kennys joyful anticipation and the beautiful morning he chooses for the kites maiden flight. With help from his friendsPatch the Possum, Bella the Bird, and Sammy the SealKenny gathers special materials to create a colorful, shimmering kite full of heart and teamwork. As Kenny finally sets the kite aloft from a breezy hilltop, it soars higher than he ever imagined, dancing joyfully in the sky. But when a sudden gust of wind threatens to carry the kite away, Kenny must summon courage and trust in himself to hold on. This uplifting tale celebrates friendship, perseverance, and the joy of seeing a dream take flight.

In a serene coastal world filled with wonder, Sammy the Seals radiant smile captivates every creature along the shore, from curious crows to shy hedgehogs. But this isnt just any smileit glows with a mysterious, joyful magic that uplifts all who see it. When his friends become intrigued by the source of such happiness, Sammy invites them on a heartfelt journey to a secret covea peaceful sanctuary where the waves whisper stories and the sea sparkles with hope. Through breathtaking landscapes, gentle friendships, and the quiet strength found in nature, the animals discover that true joy doesnt come from perfect days, but from holding onto warmth, memories, and connectioneven when times are hard. Sammys secret, it turns out, isnt magic at allits the quiet resilience of a heart full of love.

Molly begins as a shy little caterpillar who dreams of flying but fears the vast world beyond her leaf. Through a magical transformation in her cocoon, she emerges as a butterflyuncertain but filled with wonder. With help from new friends like Lila the ladybug, Buzz the bee, and Benny the beetle, Molly learns to fly, face storms, and overcome fear. From wobbly first flutters to leading others through danger, Molly grows braver with each challenge. By journeys end, shes no longer timidshes Molly the Bold Butterfly, soaring confidently into lifes adventures.

In Poppy the Panda Paints the Sky, Poppy dreams of coloring the sky with dazzling swirls and sets out to make her dream come true. Though reaching the sky proves difficult, her forest friends help her build a towering ladder, and together they turn the clouds into a canvas. Through sunsets, storms, and setbacks, Poppy paints with heart and hope, transforming the sky into a joyful masterpiece that enchants animals near and far. In the end, Poppy learns that with creativity, courage, and friends by your side, even the wildest dreams can light up the world.

In Chapter 1 of The Hidden World of Harvey the Hedgehog by Kelly Johnson, Harvey, an adventurous and curious hedgehog with a love for stories and feather collecting, discovers a mysterious glowing hole near his burrow under the old oak tree. Drawn by a strange hum and shimmering mist unlike anything hes ever seen, Harveys curiosity overcomes his caution. As he reaches out to explore, the magical portal pulls him in, whisking him away into the unknown and setting the stage for what he senses will be the beginning of his greatest adventure yet.

The Wild Hare''s Curse follows the eerie birth of Elric in the secluded village of Bramblehollow, a place steeped in ancient superstitions and shadowed by a curse. On the night of his birth, a rare blood-red moon casts an ominous glow over the village, signaling the return of an ancient, forgotten power. The villagers, already haunted by whispers of a vanished goddess, believe Elrics arrival is no mere coincidence. His mother dies in childbirth, and the infant bears a mysterious marka leaping hareon his chest, which changes color based on his emotions. As Elric grows, the village is torn between fearing the child as a harbinger of doom or seeing him as the reincarnation of the lost goddess. The curse that shadows his existence threatens to unravel the very fabric of Bramblehollow, leaving the villagers to grapple with the unsettling truth that Elric may be the key to an ancient force both sacred and terrifying.

The Arctic Fox''s Dream follows Luma, a young arctic fox living in the icy expanse of the north, where the shimmering northern lights light up the sky with their magical dance. One night, as she gazes up at the aurora, Luma feels a deep longing for something beyond her familiar, cold world. While her family and fellow foxes are content with the simple rhythms of life, Luma dreams of distant lands with warm sun, lush forests, and new adventures. Inspired by the stories of her ancestors, she feels an undeniable pull to venture into the unknown, to seek out the mysteries that lie beyond the snowy hills. As she sits under the celestial performance, Luma makes a silent promise to herself that one day she will follow the call of the lights and explore the world beyond, where her own story awaits to be written.

Dive into the refreshing world of smoothies with "50 Smoothie Recipes for Home," a comprehensive cookbook designed to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. This collection features a delightful array of recipes that cater to every palate and dietary preference, from fruity blends bursting with tropical flavors to creamy concoctions packed with superfoods. Whether you''re seeking a quick breakfast boost, a post-workout refuel, or a satisfying snack, these recipes are crafted to invigorate and inspire. Each recipe in this cookbook is meticulously crafted to balance flavor and nutrition, ensuring that every sip is a moment of pure enjoyment. Discover smoothies that are as easy to make as they are delicious, with ingredients that are accessible yet elevate your daily routine. Whether you''re a smoothie novice or a seasoned blender aficionado, "50 Smoothie Recipes for Home" offers something for everyone, guiding you through vibrant combinations that celebrate the natural goodness of fruits, vegetables, and wholesome ingredients. Transform your kitchen into a smoothie haven and embark on a journey to healthier living with this essential guide to blending perfection.

Adaptive social protection (ASP) helps to build the resilience of poor and vulnerable households to the impacts of large, covariate shocks, such as natural disasters, economic crises, pandemics, conflict, and forced displacement. Through the provision of transfers and services directly to these households, ASP supports their capacity to prepare for, cope with, and adapt to the shocks they face—before, during, and after these shocks occur. Over the long term, by supporting these three capacities, ASP can provide a pathway to a more resilient state for households that may otherwise lack the resources to move out of chronically vulnerable situations. Adaptive Social Protection: Building Resilience to Shocks outlines an organizing framework for the design and implementation of ASP, providing insights into the ways in which social protection systems can be made more capable of building household resilience. By way of its four building blocks—programs, information, finance, and institutional arrangements and partnerships—the framework highlights both the elements of existing social protection systems that are the cornerstones for building household resilience, as well as the additional investments that are central to enhancing their ability to generate these outcomes. In this report, the ASP framework and its building blocks have been elaborated primarily in relation to natural disasters and associated climate change. Nevertheless, many of the priorities identified within each building block are also pertinent to the design and implementation of ASP across other types of shocks, providing a foundation for a structured approach to the advancement of this rapidly evolving and complex agenda.

This book investigates the causes and consequences of image-based sexual abuse in a digital era. Image-based sexual abuse refers to the taking or sharing of nude or sexual photographs or videos of another person without their consent. It includes a diversity of behaviours beyond that of "revenge porn", such as the secret trading of nude or sexual images online; "upskirting", "downblousing" and other "creepshots"; blackmail or "sextortion" scams; the use of artificial intelligence to construct "deepfake" pornographic videos; threats to distribute photographs and videos without consent; and the taking or sharing of sexual assault imagery. This book investigates the pervasiveness and experiences of these harms, as well as the raft of legal and non-legal measures that have been introduced to better respond to and prevent image-based sexual abuse. The book draws on groundbreaking empirical research, including surveys in three countries with over 6,000 respondents and over 100 victim-survivor and stakeholder interviews. Guided by theoretical frameworks from gender studies, sociology, criminology, law and psychology, the authors argue that image-based sexual abuse is more commonly perpetrated by men than women, and that perpetration is higher among some groups, including younger and sexuality minority men. Although the motivations of perpetrators vary, a dominant theme to emerge was that of power and control. The gendered nature of the abuse means that it is best understood as a "continuum of sexual violence" because victim-survivors often experience it as part of a broader pattern of gendered harassment, violence and abuse. Written in a clear and direct style, this book will appeal to students and scholars of criminology, sociology, law and psychology. Image-based Sexual Abuse is also an essential resource for activists, legal and policy practitioners, technology companies and victim-survivors seeking to understand the deeply complex nature of intimate-image sharing in a digital era.

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7 ESV) God has made us brave, not fearful beings. In a forty-day devotional format, author and blogger Kelly Johnson invites you to consider a new way of thinking about what it means to be brave and challenges you to seek a greater intimacy with God and the people God has placed in your life. Through Scripture, stories, prayers, and thought-provoking questions, you will recognize the seeds of divinely inspired bravery and learn the strength found in community. Using letters of the word brave as a guide, Being Brave highlights what God’s Word has to say about the characteristics of bravery: Bold, Resilient, Authentic, Vulnerable, and Engaged and Empowered by the Spirit. Banish the fear that holds you back. You are a brave soldier!

Jack Canfield is a master motivator, world-renowned teacher, and bestselling author of The Success Principles. In his latest book, Success Affirmations, he helps readers break through to new levels of passion, purpose, and prosperity with 52 affirmations and time-tested wisdom. In our 24/7 world, where we move at warp speed, sometimes we let life happen to us instead of taking control of our direction. Other times, we suffer from information overload, and we fail to consciously control our positive thoughts, and we allow negativity to take over. For those who want to rise above, to get unstuck, or to catapult to a new level success, Jack Canfield will show you how positive affirmations can transform your life in extraordinary ways. Canfield, with the help of esteemed coauthors Kelly Johnson and Ram Ganglani, explains what positive affirmations are (and what they are not), why they are so effective, and how to effortlessly integrate their practice into your life. Pulling the most effective tenets from his bestselling book The Success Principles, Canfield covers all areas of life, from financial prosperity and creative pursuits to your career and positive relationships. Success Affirmations reveals: How to avoid letting life just happen to you, and how to proactively go after your dreams How to use the power of deliberate thought to create the reality you want How to identify your true passions and purpose to direct your affirmations to concrete goals, not nebulous ideas or someone else''s vision How to harness positive energy to attract what you want in your life through the Law of Attraction How to unplug from technology and plug into your true source of energy And much more!

Find out how to teach young learners to be close readers and how to make close reading a habit of practice in the elementary classroom.

"How many times have you heard ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ . . . In this text, Lapp, Wolsey, Wood, and Johnson make a vital connection between reading words and the role of graphics. They demonstrate how teachers and students can blend the two such that great learning occurs in every classroom, every day." —DOUGLAS FISHER Coauthor of Rigorous Reading Imagine you are a fourth grader, reading about our solar system for the first time. Or you’re a high school student, asked to compare survival in Suzanne Collin’s The Hunger Games and Elie Wiesel’s Night. Reading complex texts of any kind is arduous, and now more than ever, students are being asked to do highly advanced thinking, talking, and writing around their reading. If only there were ingenious new power tools that could give students the space to tease apart complex ideas in order to comprehend and to weld their understandings into a new whole. Good news: such tools exist. In the two volumes, Mining Complex Texts, Grades 2-5 and 6-12, a formidable author team shares fresh ways to use the best digital and print graphic organizers in whole-class, small-group, and independent learning. Big believers of the gradual release method, the authors roll out dozens of examples of dynamic lessons and collaborative work across the content areas so that we see the process of using these visual tools to: Help students read, reread, and take notes on a text Promote students’ oral sharing of information and their ideas Elevate organized note-making from complex text(s) Scaffold students’ narrative and informational writing Move students to independent thinking as they learn to create their own organizing and note-taking systems Gone are the days of fill-‘em-in and forget-‘em graphic organizers. With these two volumes, teachers and professional development leaders have a unified vision of how to use these tools to meet the demands of an information-saturated world, one in which students need to be able to sift, sort, synthesize, and apply knowledge with alacrity and skill.

Why, asks Kelly Johnson, does Christian ethics so rarely tackle the real-life question of whether to give to beggars? Examining both classical economics and Christian stewardship ethics as reactions to medieval debates about the role of mendicants in the church and in wider society, Johnson reveals modern anxiety about dependence and humility as well as the importance of Christian attempts to rethink property relations in ways that integrate those qualities. She studies the rhetoric and thought of Christian thinkers, beggar saints, and economists from throughout history, placing greatest emphasis on the life and work of Peter Maurin, a cofounder of the Catholic Worker movement. Challenging and thought-provoking, The Fear of Beggars will move Christian economic ethics into a richer, more involved discussion.

Pictures and a simple rhyme celebrate babies, from their tiny toes to their round cheeks.