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Nonformal Activity Related Learning
Nonformal Activity Related Learning is the way forward for home learning. It is an established methodology which supports all learners. It has three key elements:
• The role of the mentors, both personal and activity specialists.
• The structure of the challenges.
• The assessment processes.
It does not replicate formal education but enhances knowledge and learning that supports lifelong learning.£8.99 -
Dazzle World is one of the greatest theme parks on the planet – and eleven-year-old Ring Cogart has got a ticket to go!
But strange things have been happening at the park, and its famous owner seems obsessed with winning the upcoming World Animatronic Awards, which may have something to do with the £20 million prize…
Ring’s hopes of enjoying the rollicking rides and amazing ice creams (as well as trying to forget about being bullied at his new school!) come to a shattering halt as he’s plunged into a perilous plot that will not only push him beyond his limits but threatens to unleash evil forces that could end the world as we know it.
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A chaotic, funny, and provocative dive into the lives of two lost souls as they explore spirituality, online connections, and sexual chemistry.
Through witty conversations, they navigate lust, ego, and the bizarre quirks of modern romance.
Insightful and amusing, this unconventional tale will keep you hooked.
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Unlocking the Secret of Trust relates to the proper relationship we as humans should develop with the Divine. Trust is an element, which wins little attention despite being a key structural component of the Divine Mercy devotion. This element of trust, which is the central word in the script, can normally be found at the foot of the Divine Mercy Image. “Jesus, I Trust in you”. This critically important element of trust has escaped the notice of most speakers, writers, and clergy. It is akin to being presented with a key to a strong room of diamonds, but not being told where it is.
The book addresses those who might be described as the less inspired population when it comes to religious reflection. It is not at all technical and is intended to be easy reading. While each chapter can be taken as a standalone reflection, the book does start by revealing the strategic importance of trust to Satan in the Garden of Eden and it moves along through characters such as Abraham and Moses and into contemporary everyday life where it surveys how we tend to invest our trust.
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Throw away your children’s plastic toys and electronic gadgets and become entranced with Francesca Bantock’s unusual story about the adventures of Major Elephant Andrew and his very important and necessary friend S’Nu ff, as they find themselves falling, climbing, sliding and tumbling over portly wooden pigs, white felt donkeys, black velvet cats, hands and arms of children, old grannies and smoky-smelling gentlemen.
You never know what to expect in anything written by poet, artist and author Francesca.
But your imagination will be in a whirl of delight and laughter.£9.99 -
From the royal palaces and fortified walls of medieval Constantinople to the distant banks of the Northern Danube beyond the Balkans, and 2,000 miles northwest to the landscapes of East Norfolk, England, this story follows the intertwined lives of two families. One belongs to the royal lineage of ancient Constantinople, while the other, in mid-twentieth-century England, lives in the dazzling era of the machine age.
In the latter, Alex and his brother Henry experience the world as wealthy yet rugged peasants, surrounded by the marvels of modern technology – cars, motorbikes, telephones, tanks, radios, record players, trains, and jets. Their lives are observed from afar by Heraclius and his brother Philip, who see a world of peaceful apple, pear, and corn harvesting. Meanwhile, Alex and Henry look upon the past as an age of rigorous Greek science, mathematics, and the brilliant, can-do spirit of Roman-Greek engineering and warfare. One world has emerged from years of brutal war and survival; the other seems destined to endure such struggles every decade. Their realities shape them in different ways – Alex rides, works, dances with girls, and goes to school, while Heraclius devotes himself to military training, strategy, and nocturnal rituals of light.
In Alex’s world, a family legend speaks of a long-lost prince from the East whose bloodline merged with their own. At the same time, Heraclius' twin brother receives a mysterious visitor in his dreams – one who speaks to Alex across the centuries. As Alex becomes increasingly preoccupied with these visions, his family first regards it with humour, but their amusement soon turns to concern, as his distraction grows ever more noticeable to his friends, family, and especially his parents.
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“A journey of wisdom beyond kingdoms and time”
As King David’s reign nears its end, his eldest son, Joseph, is destined to inherit the throne, while his younger brother, Raymond, devotes himself to understanding the villagers—walking among them, listening to their struggles and hopes, and earning their trust.
When a black raven appears before the king, he takes it as an omen of death and decides to divide his kingdom between his two sons. Aware that such a decision may cause conflict, Raymond—though wiser and more suited to rule—humbly asks that Joseph reign alone.
Following King David’s passing, a vivid dream inspires Raymond to leave the palace behind and embark on a journey of enlightenment. Guided by compassion, courage, and reason, he dedicates his life to the poor and powerless, mediating disputes and teaching through example. In doing so, he discovers that true leadership lies not in power, but in empathy and understanding.
The Wise Traveller is a timeless fable about virtue, humility, and the transformative power of wisdom.
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We Lost Ben, Let's Find Him Together
Who is Ben? Well, that’s it. That’s my blurb.
Children, parents or carers are going to have to read this short but rather engaging book to know what Ben is into today. Ah ah! Yes, it is a surprise. The only clue I will give you is that Ben has to make choices to be ready for the day. Convinced? So read on...
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This memoir is based on the true story of a woman named Luna, whose life was deeply impacted by alexithymia, a condition caused by untreated Complex PTSD. Her trauma stems from being a victim of the 1999 Poso conflict in Indonesia.
The narrative begins with her upbringing, marked by complex challenges: the struggle to adapt to a mixed socio-cultural environment, the neglect she endured before and after the conflict, and her eventual survival against these overwhelming odds. Her journey, one that few in Indonesia experience, leads her to develop alexithymia, a rare condition that affects emotional awareness and expression.
Through Luna’s eyes, this book explores how her ‘strangeness’ in social interactions shaped her life decisions in ways most people would never imagine. Her unique condition, often misunderstood, becomes the lens through which we witness her resilience in the face of adversity.
Luna’s story sheds light on the broader struggles faced by neurodivergent individuals – those often labelled as ‘different’ or ‘useless’ by societal standards. Her journey serves as an inspiration to anyone who has ever felt marginalized. It challenges the notion that the human right to live is sufficient; it calls for the right to be fully accepted and understood. Through Luna’s experiences, readers will gain insight into how beauty and art can be perceived and expressed by someone whose emotional landscape is unlike the rest of us.
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A corrupt organization, overly sensitive to security threats and with connections to the local police, decides to eliminate a nuisance – a minor threat to a major deal.
His jaw throbbed with pain. He didn’t know why he’d told the big idiot, “My brother is going to kill you all.” Samuels looked at Iello. “He actually said his brother’s going to get us.” They all burst out laughing.
Then the brother arrived, and the dying began. Sometimes, seemingly insignificant threats can have devastating consequences when the wrong people are involved.
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Navigating GP Land takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the daily chaos of a British GP surgery, where humour is as essential as a stethoscope. Dr. Waseem Jerjes invites you behind the scenes to explore the lighter side of general practice, peppered with sarcastic wit and a deep understanding of what it truly means to be a GP.
From the waiting room's unwritten etiquette to patients who insist their Google research holds more weight than a medical degree, this book captures the bizarre, the baffling, and the genuinely heartfelt moments that define the life of a GP. With every turn of the page, you’ll meet patients with mysterious, disappearing symptoms and witness the comical consequences of “just a quick question” that unravels into a lengthy consultation.
Jerjes masterfully balances humour with the very real pressures faced by GPs, weaving in tales of resilience, humanity, and the ever-present need to keep a stiff upper lip amid the unpredictability of healthcare. The anecdotes are more than just stories; they offer insight into the GP-patient relationship and the subtle art of navigating human behaviour with a healthy dose of sarcasm.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply someone in need of a good laugh, Navigating GP Land will leave you chuckling and nodding in recognition at the quirks of NHS life.
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A book for all us old guys to have a good, light-hearted moan about life!
If you see things happening all around you that really annoy you, but you don’t want to say anything, read this and you’ll find that you agree with most of them.
Furthermore, you’ll probably be able to add many more yourself.
The older you get, the more things seem to annoy you.
But you tend to be more tolerant – or do you?
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