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Many good men are already in the ground, and some bad ones too. The gravediggers and coffin makers are sore for the work, which has some folks questioning whether Tombstone is even worth rebuilding after a devastating fire swept across the town. With blood flowing down the San Pedro, the question is no longer if the other shoe will drop, but whose body will tumble the next time the unmistakable crack of gunfire echoes down Allen Street.

Close Like A Boss: A Problem Solver’s Guide for Consistent Lesson Closure, addresses the common roadblocks that teachers face when attempting to implement this high-yield instructional practice and provides field tested, actionable solutions. For schools and classrooms using The Fundamental 5 as an instructional framework, Close Like A Boss is an invaluable resource for both teachers and instructional coaches. Bypass the drudgery of trial and error implementation approaches and rapidly transform appropriate Lesson Closure from a suggested theory into powerful, consistent practice.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a magical birthday adventure that teaches children about friendship, courage, and celebration! When a fuzzy red visitor appears on their favorite front steps with a missing birthday cake problem, three young friends embark on an unforgettable cruise through magical islands. Perfect for early chapter book readers ages 6-9, The Frozen Birthday Cruise combines adventure, education, and important life lessons in one exciting story. What makes this book special: ✓ Educational adventure fiction that teaches children about kindness, perseverance, and helping others...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Their Most Magical Adventure Yet! When a mysterious red-haired girl appears on their doorstep communicating only in sign language, three best friends are swept into an extraordinary journey to the magical world of Silentia. In this enchanting children's fantasy adventure, young readers will discover the power of communication, self-trust, and working together. Perfect for Ages 6-9 Early Chapter Book 3,000 Words 10 Exciting Chapters What Makes This Story Special: Sign Language Learning: Children naturally learn basic sign language concepts through the adventure...

With the West divided, it was imperative that Eastern Rome become the pillar upon which the Roman Empire could lean while it recovered its strength. That’s what made the disastrous defeat suffered by Emperor Valens at the Battle of Adrianople so devastating. The folly of Julius Valens was so wide in scope and crippling in effect that it staggered the Roman mind. No matter where the story was told, the Roman people struggled to comprehend such wholesale defeat. The Emperor was dead, the eastern armies were decimated, and the victorious barbarian horde roamed unchecked across the Balkans. ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their sweetest magical adventure yet in this enchanting children's chapter book perfect for early readers ages 6-9! When a mysterious talking owl appears on their favorite front steps, three best friends discover a magical cookie that transports them to Cookie Haven—a village where kindness and cooperation power everything. But when the Great Cookie Machine breaks down, threatening to cancel celebrations for children everywhere, our young heroes must learn the true magic of helping others. Perfect for beginning chapter book readers, this story combines: ✨ ...

Some memories are buried for a reason. But remembering might be the only way to save reality. Mei-Lin Park has always been the analyst—the brain of the Fracture Hunters, the one who sees patterns others miss. But when the device fragments activate and pull her to Lisbon, Portugal, she's forced to confront a truth she's spent ten years forgetting: she was the first to see the First Fracture. At six years old, in her childhood bedroom in Lisbon, Mei witnessed reality itself tearing open. While others saw nothing, her pattern-seeking mind perceived the cosmic wound spreading across the sky. ...

When fear becomes a weapon, courage is the only way through. Zara Mitchell has led her team through six impossible trials. As one of the Fracture Hunters—three teens chosen to repair Earth's failing barrier against a world-devouring darkness—she's made the hard calls, chosen the dangerous paths, and kept her friends alive. But trial seven is different! Overnight, a crystalline garden erupts from a Portland construction site. Beautiful. Deadly. And it feeds on fear itself. Every spike of anxiety makes the glass formations grow sharper, more aggressive, more lethal. For Zara, whose ...

Perfect for Ages 6-9 Early Chapter Book CCSS Aligned Reading Practice Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most magical March adventure yet! When Tommy's compass starts spinning wildly and mysterious names begin disappearing from history, these three friends must race through a fantastical library to save seven special celebrations from being forgotten forever. What Parents Love: ✓ Encourages reading confidence in emerging independent readers ✓ Celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the importance of names and identity ✓ Teaches valuable lessons about history, memory, and why stories ...

In this heartwarming and captivating tale, embark on an extraordinary journey through the eyes of Percy, an African Gray parrot with a penchant for adventure and a gift for gab. "Percy the Parrot" offers a unique perspective on the world as we follow Percy's life from his early days in the pet shop to his loving home with his human companion. From mimicking household sounds to forming deep bonds with his owner, Percy's story is filled with laughter, love, and unexpected twists. But Percy's journey is not without its challenges. From navigating through misunderstandings to coping with loss, ...

Frank Sawyer is a wanderer, thriving on the adventure of hitchhiking with no thought for where he’ll end up. His untethered ways have landed him in some perilous situations, and after his recent involvement in solving a deadly mystery, he’s ready to hit the open road to visit his former mission companions on a whim. When he arrives in a small California town, Sawyer finds himself in the midst of what seems to be a rash of runaway teenagers. But with his outsider’s perspective, he senses something sinister in the disappearances of these small town girls.

I Did It is the story of Gina Champion-Cain, the mastermind behind the largest woman-led Ponzi scheme in US history—$400 million. This real-life story includes a multitude of participants, banks, hedge funds, egomaniacs, and small-time crooks, all fueled by greed, stupidity, and a keen desire to look the other way. And even when they were looking in the right direction, all of these people and entities saw nothing.

Without any fear of repercussion or rejection, Thomas and Sarah lead you through a compelling, never-before-seen exposure of widespread fraud in mainstream and alternative medicine in Defy Your Doctor and Be Healed. This book is meant to be more than just an investigation of fraudulent medicine - it's intended to save your life. It's sure to be provocative as you'll learn much of what you're told or sold by medical "authorities" and the media can be reduced to cleverly devised narratives or pathways for profiteering.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a Mathematical Adventure That Makes Learning Magical! When Tommy's compass starts spinning wildly and mysterious symbols appear on Maya's bronze disk, the three friends know they're in for another extraordinary adventure. This time, they're transported to Equation Grove—a magical realm where mathematics comes alive, rivers flow with numbers, and a desperate spider needs their help to save the Day of Infinite Connections. Perfect for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Who Love: Math adventures and STEM learning Fantasy stories with educational value Chapter books with ...

Bruton. Prince of the Aurelian Empire, eight-foot tall of brutal, muscled strength, flanked by the alien warriors of his triad. He is no royal. He is a savage, a colossal warlord who commands through pure violence. And my fate is in his hands. He believes I hold the keys to victory. His triad storms into my research station drenched in blood and sweat to judge my life’s work. And when my creations go haywire and nearly kill us all, the threat to the Prince must be answered.

When buried fears become real, three teens must face the darkness within to save the world. Finn Carter thought sealing dimensional fractures was the hardest part of being a cosmic guardian. He was wrong. Seventy-two hours after their mission in Kyoto, the mysterious device activates again—this time pulling Finn, Zara, and Mei-Lin to the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires. But the anomaly they encounter isn't like anything they've faced before. In a deserted plaza lit by tango music and lamplight, Finn comes face-to-face with his seven-year-old self: a translucent echo-child radiating waves ...

A Magical Adventure Teaching Children About Health, Dignity, Unity, and Self-Worth When a giant cheesesteak sandwich rolls down the street and explodes into seven glowing treasures, Imani, Tommy, and Maya know they're in for an extraordinary adventure. But this isn't just any magical journey—it's a quest that will teach them the most important lessons of all. Perfect for readers ages 6-9, "The Treasure Seekers' Test" combines fantasy adventure with powerful life lessons about: ✓ Health awareness and caring for our communities ✓ Recognizing every person's inherent dignity and worth ✓...

Opportunity Coaching: How to Coach Teachers on the Fly, guides instructional leaders through a straightforward, easy to comprehend process that will transform them into credible and influential Opportunity Coaches. Opportunity Coaching is powerful and timely coaching, addressing the rapidly evolving reality of today’s classrooms. Implemented correctly, consistent Opportunity Coaching significantly enhances the effectiveness of teachers and amplifies the performance of the students they teach.

Perfect for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Part of the Beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" Series with 300+ Adventures! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most delicious adventure yet when a chocolate cowboy appears on their doorstep with an urgent mission: race to the top of Chocolate Mountain before sunset to save all the February 25th celebrations! What Parents and Teachers Love: ✓ Encourages problem-solving and teamwork ✓ Teaches important values: helping others, healthy eating habits, mindfulness, and balance ✓ Age-appropriate vocabulary with engaging chapter structure (perfect for ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a hilarious cartoon adventure where they must save Toontown and restore the magic of celebration! When legendary animator Tex Avery appears on their front steps with an urgent mission, three young friends are whisked away to Toontown—a place where cartoons come to life! But something's terribly wrong: the Grumble Goblin has stolen all the laughter, and without it, the cartoons will fade away forever. Perfect for early chapter book readers ages 6-9, this engaging story follows Imani, Tommy, and Maya as they embark on an action-packed quest to restore eight ...