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Author
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Formats
Description
Taking as her starting point the teachings of the great world religions, Karen Armstrong demonstrates in twelve practical steps how we can bring compassion to the forefront of our lives. Armstrong argues that compassion is inseparable from humanity, and by transcending the limitations of selfishness on a daily basis we will not only make a difference in the world but also lead happier, more fulfilled, lives.
Publisher
NCircle Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Introduces children to Citizen Schools, American Heart Association, Easter Seals, and President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. Guest celebrities include Melissa Fumero and Rachael Ray. This teaches children lifelong lessons of charity and compassion while celebrating the joy of helping others.
Author
Publisher
Thorndike Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
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Description
In the spring of 2011, Jon Katz received a phone call from an animal control officer who had found a neglected donkey on a farm in upstate New York. She hoped that Jon and his wife, Maria, would be willing to adopt him. The wrenching sight of Simon touched something very deep inside of Jon, and they took him inches The donkey's care was far from easy. And, as if in reciprocation, Simon began to reveal to Jon the true meaning of compassion.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Suhaila's wish to know her deceased grandmother is granted when a golden ladder appears at her window and Grandma Annie invites her on a journey to the moon, where they welcome people who are facing tragedy. Includes facts about the painting and woman who inspired the story.
Author
Publisher
Pajama Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Nine-year-old Jeannie buys a pet hamster (who shares narrating duties) after her parents separate due to her father's newly revealed homosexuality. Jeannie and her mother befriend a transgender neighbor, and the hamster becomes a calming influence on the characters, despite its own difficult quest to find the meaning of life."--
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