Dre has waited twelve summers to become a man in his clan, but during the ceremony the chief banishes him. Will he die in the desert? Dre sees a golden eagle following him and discovers the great bird is his recently deceased father returned to him as a spirit guide. More trouble awaits from a neighboring clan, and Dre scrambles to survive in the world.

Banished

Children's Books

Monson, Christy

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Mindful Magic: 23 Meditations for Calm Kids

Education & Reference

Bushel & Peck Books

Scientists of Faith: 28 Stories of Brilliant Scientists with Remarkable Faith in God

Biographies

Sunbeam

50 Real Heroes for Boys teaches young boys everywhere that being a man only requires being yourself―but your best self. Bright, colorful portraits by over a dozen international artists accompany true stories of men who knew that character―things like integrity, kindness, empathy, courage, respect for women, and more―mixed with their own unique gifts―art, athletics, creativity, dance, music, curiosity, and more―could make the world a better place. Readers will find Jackie Robinson, who used courage to break barriers in sports; Jim Henson, who used humor to uplift the lives of millions; Dav Pilkey, who used perseverance to push through dyslexia and become one of the word's most successful children's book authors; and many more! The book also includes dozens of stories of women like Marie Curie, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Jane Goodall, because boys can have women heroes too! Written by marriage and family therapist Christy Monson, 50 Real Heroes for Boys reminds boys everywhere what true masculinity is all about.

50 Real Heroes for Boys: True Stories of Courage, Integrity, Kindness, Empathy, Compassion, and More!

Sexting―the texting of nude or sexually suggestive images to another person―has become so commonplace that nearly 1 in 4 teens admits to being a participant. The problem is, sexting destroys self-esteem, undermines healthy relationships, leads to depression and self-harm, and can even result to run-ins with the law. It's no wonder that parents recently put sexting among their top-3 parenting concerns―but what's a parent to do?
Stand Up to Sexting is the essential guidebook for parents and tweens to having an open, relaxed conversation about the dangers of sexting. Written in miniature chapters, the book includes friendly illustrations, Q&amp;A prompts for easy conversations, and tools for staying safe. Designed for tweens ages 10-13, the book is the perfect preemptive tool for preparing your kids before their teen years strike. Chapter topics include:
<ul>
<li>What is Sexting?</li>
<li>Sexting and the Brain</li>
<li>Your Digital Footprints</li>
<li>What to Do if You Feel Pressured to Sext</li>
<li>Boyfriends and Girlfriends</li>
<li>How to Avoid Being a Victim of a Sexting Bully</li>
<li>Staying Safe from Predators</li>
<li>Using the Internet for Good</li>
<li>and much more!</li>
</ul>

Stand Up to Sexting: An Open Conversation for Parents and Tweens

Parenting & Relationships

Boynton, Heather

Family Relationships

Written after the tragic shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, Love, Hugs, and Hope: When Scary Things Happen is an invaluable tool for helping children identify feelings that overwhelm them with anxiety and despair. Author Christy Monson guides readers through emotions of fear, sadness, and anger, then lends constructive and practical ideas for how to manage such feelings and seek comfort. Lori Nawyn’s engaging illustrations help young children understand that hope is only a hug away.

Love, Hugs, and Hope: When Scary Things Happen

Nawyn, Lori

Familius

Christy Monson, a retired family therapist, provides in simple language concrete examples and clear language to family success through family councils. While families are diverse and their needs are unique, a family council provides a safe and strong environment for every family to discuss issues and explore the best ways to have the family succeed. A family council is not just any meeting. It's a special event that provides a background and foundation to create healthy family synergy. Monson teaches families what a family council is and what it is not, why it’s a perfect environment for teaching, for exploring difficult issues, learning how to play, and how best to solve problems at home, school, or work. Monson also includes information for families with special needs. Family councils are a great way to bring children and parents together in a positive environment where they can discuss and solve problems.

Family Talk: How to Organize Family Meetings to Solve Problems and Strengthen Relationships

Self-Help

Relationships

Throughout our lives we tend to build up armor that inhibits our growth. Our armor comes in many disguises: depression, self-deprecation, or the inability to act. We often create our own armor, our own protection, unique to us, but this protection actually stops our growth and the abundant live we each seek. An abundant and happier life can be yours, but you must identify and release the obstructions that keep you from the wisdom and wealth you want. Christy Monson, a successful family therapist for over thirty years, has written Becoming Free to help you achieve your goals and find deeper happiness in your life. Becoming Free is a step-by-step book to help you to shed your armor, expand your optimistic thinking, and enhance your ability to give and receive. Once you become free of the armor you’ve built around you to protect yourself, you’ll find the abundant life you have always sought.

Becoming Free: A Woman's Guide to Internal Strength

Happiness

Throughout our lives we tend to build up armor that inhibits our growth. Our armor comes in many disguises: depression, self-deprecation, or the inability to act. We often create our own armor, our own protection, unique to us, but this protection actually stops our growth and the abundant live we each seek. An abundant and happier life can be yours, but you must identify and release the obstructions that keep you from the wisdom and wealth you want. Christy Monson, a successful family therapist for over thirty years, has written "Becoming Free" to help you achieve your goals and find deeper happiness in your life. "Becoming Free" is a step-by-step book to help you to shed your armor, expand your optimistic thinking, and enhance your ability to give and receive. Once you become free of the armor you ve built around you to protect yourself, you ll find the abundant life you have always sought. "

Christy Monson, a retired family therapist, provides in concrete examples and clear language the keys to family success through family councils. 
While families are diverse and their needs are unique, a family council provides a safe and strong environment for every family to discuss issues and explore the best ways to have the family succeed. A family council is not just any meeting. It's a special event that provides a background and foundation to create healthy family synergy. Monson teaches families what a family council is and what it is not, why it s a perfect environment for teaching, for exploring difficult issues, learning how to play, and how best to solve problems at home, school, or work. Monson also includes information for families with special needs. 
Family councils are a great way to bring children and parents together in a positive environment where they can discuss and solve problems."

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Banished

Mindful Magic: 23 Meditations for Calm Kids

Scientists of Faith: 28 Stories of Brilliant Scientists with Remarkable Faith in God

50 Real Heroes for Boys: True Stories of Courage, Integrity, Kindness, Empathy, Compassion, and More!

Stand Up to Sexting: An Open Conversation for Parents and Tweens

Love, Hugs, and Hope: When Scary Things Happen

Family Talk: How to Organize Family Meetings to Solve Problems and Strengthen Relationships

Becoming Free: A Woman's Guide to Internal Strength

Becoming Free: A Woman's Guide to Internal Strength

Family Talk: How to Organize Family Meetings to Solve Problems and Strengthen Relationships