Frank Carlson Library

When Jessica is diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, she finally understands why it's hard to interact with others. Rondo Alternative High School gives her a fresh start. Can she overcome her fears and make some friends?

Written in a straightforward, honest manner, What's Up with Boys? gives you insight into the lives of the male species. Going beyond the stereotypes-even if some are funny-Crystal Kirgiss offers concrete information about guys that will help you understand, appreciate, respect, and accept guys as God created them. Inside, you'll find answers to questions such as: • What is the gender gap? • What does the Bible say about males and females-and...

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about overcoming jealousy with this straightforward guide. Although most of us have experienced jealousy at some point, in its most extreme form it can destroy trust, ruin relationships and even end in violence. To stop this powerful emotion from poisoning your relationships, you need to identify what is causing it, understand the harm it can do and take steps to control your feelings. In...

"This heart was created whole. Solid. Happy. Free. The heart wanted to stay that way. But...there was an enemy who had other plans." Even very young children are aware of lies in the world, yet they don't always know how to recognize and overcome it. In this age-appropriate story, children will see how God's true words can protect their hearts and make them strong. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, The Heart Who Wanted to Be Whole weaves...

What does it mean to feel surprised? Learn how surprise makes your body feel, how your senses spark emotion, and how to handle it. Large, stunning photos help illustrate what surprise looks like. A mindfulness activity gives kids the chance to practice managing their feelings.

What does it mean to be anxious? It's an emotion everyone has. Children will learn how to recognize when they are feeling anxious and examples of good ways to manage their emotion. A mindfulness activity will give kids the opportunity to practice managing their feelings.

One night, Amari had a hard time falling asleep. Once he finally falls asleep he finds himself in a strange sleepy situation. What will it take for Amari to escape his peculiar dream? Sometimes dreams can feel very real. One night, Amari falls asleep to a very realistic dream. He gets very confused and doesn't know how to get out of his crazy dream. Suddenly, he remembers something his mom told him when he felt this way. Join Amari as he tries to...

These are the pedals, pressed down to the ground, under the soundboard where bridges are bound fixed to the frame enclosed in the case that lies on the legs with wheels at their base, to pillar and prop my piano. Explore the workings of a grand piano through the eyes of a young musician as she prepares for and performs her first recital to a crowd of friendly faces. Using lyrical text and a cumulative structure to introduce the instrument,...

Can he walk on water? Can he widen the beach? Can he pluck a star from the sky? Piglet Bo can do all of these things and more. He leaps over tall grasses, blows down a forest, and walks out onto a long pier, as far as it will take him. He looks to the deep sea, and although the pier will take him no farther, Piglet Bo will not be stopped. "I can go into the water," he says. "If I like. If I dare." And with a leap of faith, he jumps. Piglet Bo finds...

Four best friends, one graduation cruise, a week of partying. Eight days of strife and storms... It's supposed to be the best eight days of their lives. Bonds will be broken... But when a fortune-teller predicts trouble the night before their trip, One of you will not come home... Fiona, Killian, Alma, and Yoli are left on edge, wondering what it could all mean. Gaby Triana gets right to the heart of that thrilling, nerve-wracking, exhilarating, terrifying,...