New Releases by Karen White

The good-hearted citizens of Mossy Creek, Georgia are in a mood to count their blessings. Maybe it''s the influence of the new minister in town, who keeps his sense of humor while battling a stern church treasurer. Maybe it''s the afterglow of Josie McClure''s incredibly romantic wedding to the local "Bigfoot." Or maybe it''s the new baby in Hank and Casey Blackshear''s home. As autumn gilds the mountains, town gossip columnist Katie Bell, has persuaded Creekites to confess their joys, trouble, and gratitudes. As always, that includes a heapin'' helping of laughter, wisdom and good-old-fashioned scandal.

When three extraordinary single mothers win a beauty makeover and a blind date - courtesy of their own children and radio talk show host Alonzo Clark - for Mother''s Day, their lives are forever changed by the healing power of love, in an enchanting trio of contemporary romances. Original.

More than 300 easy and inexpensive activities are suggested--from excursions to arts and crafts projects. 2-color illustrations throughout.

A Home Office Research Unit report.

Study done with preschool children ages 3-6 enrolled at the Florida State University Alumni Village Nursery School, the Institute of Human Development Nursery School and Kindergarten, and at the Educational Child Care Center, Tallahassee, Fla.--P. 19.

Educational research shows that the effective use of manipulatives in mathematics instruction can increase student comprehension as well as improve student retention of mathematics concepts. Additional findings reveal that mathematics instruction using manipulatives produces greater gains in student achievement than instruction without the use of manipulatives. Other students indicate that incorporating manipualtives in mathematics instruction promotes positive student attitudes by making activities engaging and interesting -- Page 1.