The Woodpeckers' Cooperative is a modern fairy tale about the danger of failing to prepare for winter-as well as the importance of community and cooperation. A good children's story should catch a child's full attention. At Dixi Books, capturing a child's imagination is our priority and our promise.
Birds live in this world right alongside us. We might know the names of a few species, but they're not cats or dogs. How many of us really know them well? Beyond the birds' squeaks and squawks, Volunteer Woodpeckers takes place in a different space and shares with children a sense of joy and wonder that adults might never comprehend.
Exploring the complexities of justice, this narrative delves into moral dilemmas and the consequences of choices made by its characters. As they navigate a world where right and wrong blur, the story challenges traditional notions of justice, prompting readers to question what it truly means to seek fairness. Through intense conflicts and deep character development, the book raises thought-provoking questions about accountability, redemption, and the societal structures that govern our understanding of justice.
The book comes with a strong endorsement from Dr. Noir, also known as Jacky Collins, suggesting it offers a gripping and engaging narrative. It likely features elements of suspense or intrigue, appealing to fans of thrilling stories. The recommendation hints at well-developed characters and a compelling plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Overall, it promises a captivating reading experience for those who enjoy dark and thrilling tales.
A brother and sister, Cassie and Tony, are transported into an alternate world known as Corld that exists inside their computer system and is populated by children whose creative ideas are manipulated for its own cryptic ends. When their mother, Bella, also is sucked into Corld through her children's computer, the three family members find that their chances for escape grow dimmer by the minute.
The book examines how schools and teachers navigate the change process associated with professional development, specifically through the lens of the Intermediate Numeracy Project in New Zealand. It outlines change models for schools and individual educators, identifying key catalysts and barriers. Utilizing Barbara Rogoff's three-plane analysis, the research highlights personal, interpersonal, and community-level processes. Although centered on one school, the findings offer valuable insights for educators and leaders facing curriculum reforms across various subjects.
Thematic chapters delve into the experiences of injured and disabled bodies surrounding the Second World War. Julie Anderson examines the societal perceptions and treatment of these individuals, highlighting their struggles and resilience during this tumultuous period. The book offers a nuanced understanding of the physical and emotional impacts of war on the human body, as well as the evolving attitudes towards disability in the historical context.
Through a series of thematic chapters, this book focuses on the nature of injured and disabled bodies in relation to rehabilitative practices established in Britain during and immediately following the Second World War. -- .
The Girl with Antlers is the story of a child who faces the thing that makes her different and comes to accept it. At first, Emma won't leave the house because of the antlers that have grown on her head. However, her grandpa's wise words make her change her mind.
In this third book of our Woodpecker series, our bird heroes uphold this sense of hope as they band together for the sake of a magnificent lake hidden deep in the forest. They show us that where there is unity, there is power. And we can't help but smile when they triumph and the lake is saved.