Best Selling Books by Sarah Davis

Help your toddler learn all about colors in My First Colors. With colorful, bright photographs alongside clear word-labels your little one will begin to recognize red from yellow and even multi-colored objects too. Each page introduces one color using objects or animals to fully engage your toddler and keep early learning simple. Perfect for encouraging children to build vocabulary and language skills My First Colors helps toddlers grasp early concepts. Read it together and help them turn the pages and learn all about color.

“Combines the spare poetry of The Road with the dizzying pace of 28 Days Later.” —Jennie Melamed, author Gather the Daughters “A riveting novel.” —Eowyn Ivey, bestselling author of The Snow Child Remember your just-in-cases. Beware tall buildings. Always have your knives. Raised in isolation by her mother and Maeve on a small island off the coast of a post-apocalyptic Ireland, Orpen’s life has revolved around training to fight a threat she’s never seen. More and more she feels the call of the mainland, and the prospect of finding other survivors. But that is where danger lies, too, in the form of the flesh-eating menace known as the skrake. Then disaster strikes. Alone, pushing an unconscious Maeve in a wheelbarrow, Orpen decides her last hope is abandoning the safety of the island and journeying across the country to reach the legendary banshees, the rumored all-female fighting force that battles the skrake. But the skrake are not the only threat... Sarah Davis-Goff''s Last Ones Left Alive is a brilliantly original imagining of a young woman''s journey to discover her true identity.

A humorous etiquette guide for parents of young kids full of real-world advice on how to handle everyday embarrassing moments. When you’re raising kids, you’re thrown into dilemmas you could never have dreamed up. A diaper disaster in the middle seat during take-off. Naked baby bath photos your mother-in-law posts online without permission. An unexpected gift that leads to a tantrum in front of the gift-giver. How can you turn these into opportunities to be an A+ parent and friend, role model, and member of your community? Authors Sarah Davis, Ed.D., and Evie Granville, M.Ed., are educators, manners mavens, and creators of a blog and podcast dedicated to parenting etiquette. Their two families total six young kids. Modern Manners unpacks the complicated social code for parents of kids ages zero to five. Discover a public parenting style within a unique framework, analyze your gut reactions to sticky situations, and choose a course of action that balances the needs of parent, child and others. Written by and for busy parents, this guide includes parenting tips, lists, charts, pop quizzes, personal anecdotes, and practical advice. Get child rearing guidance from real experts on: Leading your family with kindness and awareness Setting a good example (and realistic expectations) for little ones Maintaining friendships and good communication Praise for Modern Manners for Moms & Dads “This book is a perfect new-parent gift. A must-read . . . . Evie and Sarah do an amazing job of giving you the framework needed to feel confident in your personal parenting situation.” —Heather Chauvin, TEDx speaker, podcaster, coach, and author of Dying to be a Good Mother Evie and Sarah bring such a bright, new take on “parenting books,” which usually focus on the child. This book takes EVERYONE into account. A must-read based on research, studies, and years of experience.” —Eli Weinstein, licensed master social worker, podcaster, and creator of ELIvation The publisher issues a notice regarding a design error occurring in the chart “Is Your Kid Too Sick to Leave the House?” on page 77 of the print book (chapter 2 in the eBook). The chart should advise against leaving the house with a child with a temperature of 100.4 and above. As stated by the authors, this book is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. The reader should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to their health (and their children''s) and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The authors and publisher advise readers to take full responsibility for their safety.

A companion to the successful "Guerilla Film Maker''s Handbook", this book deals with every aspect of professional music making in today''s popular music industry on both sides of the Atlantic. In creating music and developing a career, almost everyone starts out "independently", that is without the support of a large company. However, independent music making can be defined in a broad sense as a particular attitude towards creating and distribution of music held by professional people. The attitude involves a commitment to retaining control over your work as far as it is practically comaptible with getting it to the larget possible relevant audience. This does not necessarily mean that the independent musician does everything him or herself. One of the most important dimensions of the book will be the checklists of questions musicians need to ask themselves in order to decide whether they need outside help from a manager, lawyer, accountant, record company, music publisher, agent, press officer, plugger etc. The book is divided into six sections, each of which includes brief interviews with key experts. The first two deal with the main areas of musical activity - live performance and recording. Section three explains other aspects of musical activity while section four gets down to the nitty-gritty of the business aspects of making music. Section five summarizes the whole area through some well-chosen real life examples of independent musical activity. Finally, a toolkit section will provide examples of key documents (recording contracts, PRS membership agreements, etc) and other relevant data.

Global Medieval Contexts 500–1500: Connections and Comparisons provides a unique wide-lens introduction to world history during this period. Designed for students new to the subject, this textbook explores vital networks and relationships among geographies and cultures that shaped medieval societies. The expert author team aims to advance a global view of the period and introduce the reader to histories and narratives beyond an exclusively European context. Key Features: Divided into chronological sections, chapters are organized by four key themes: Religion, Economics, Politics, and Society. This framework enables students to connect wider ideas and debates across 500 to 1500. Individual chapters address current theoretical discussions, including issues around gender, migration, and sustainable environments. The authors’ combined teaching experience and subject specialties ensure an engaging and accessible overview for students of history, literature, and those undertaking general studies courses. Theory boxes and end-of-chapter questions provide a basis for group discussion and research. Full-color maps and images illustrate chapter content and support understanding. As a result, this text is essential reading for all those interested in learning more about the histories and cultures of the period, as well as their relevance to our own contemporary experiences and perspectives. This textbook is supported by a companion website providing core resources for students and lecturers.

“The definition of a single session read.” —Eoin Colfer, bestselling author of Artemis Fowl For fans of Station Eleven and The Last of Us, an apocalyptic tale of a young woman fighting for life and justice in the tyrannical Phoenix City—the only place in Ireland yet to be overrun by the flesh-eating skrake Outside the walls of Phoenix City, where the plague has overrun Ireland, one bite from the savage skrake means death or infection. Inside, Orpen and the other survivors of the plague gather in meager numbers. They are protected from the skrake, but the city is by no means a refuge. Orpen is the only outsider ever admitted to the ranks of the banshees, the fierce, all-women force of fighters who push back the hungry skrake gathered at the city walls. Phoenix City is ruled with an oppressive hand—its best leaders power-hungry and ruthless—and the banshees keep the peace, or shatter it, depending on their orders. But unrest is building in the city, and even some banshees question the cost of implementing the management’s patriarchal rule. When two banshees are publicly executed, and a foraging trip beyond the walls goes bad, Orpen knows she must make a choice between survival within a cruel society or treacherous freedom beyond the walls. She will need to muster all her courage and prowess if she and her fellow banshees are going to be able to find a way to escape—and rebuild a society worth fighting for.

This anthology of poems is an emotional exploration of climate change and its underlying attitudes. The poems lie at the intersection of climate change due to global warming and inner transformation. The poems are meaningful, powerful, and thought-provoking. The reader goes on a journey from despair and chaos, ending in a place of quiet optimism. This is a book for the sensitive, the conscious, the eco-warriors, and the introspective nature lovers among us. Intermixing essays with poetry and art, this book is both a balm and a guide for knowing and holding what has been done to the world, while bolstering our resolve never to give up on one another or our collective future. The scope of the poems goes far beyond Connecticut to the whole ecosystem we humans share. With praise and wonder, and sometimes with grief or anger, the poems in this collection pay close attention to our planet and its inhabitants. In a time of climate crisis, the poems in this anthology ask everyone to wake up to the earth and cherish it.

Encourages young readers to locate pictures of different animals, including pets, farm animals, and jungle animals.

South of a forbidding range of mountain peaks lies a land of boundless resources and untold opportunity. The Mwangi Expanse has been home to an untold diversity of cultures and peoples since time immemorial, hosting powerful, isolated city states that have often paid little attention to their neighbors. Yet the turning tides of fortune have begun to usher in changes that are rippling across the world. As a band of scholars from an ancient university venture north to aid a disaster-torn Avistan. A revolution-forged nation seeks powerful allies against foreign aggression. An undead god, once a symbol of hope to his declining nation, now grows jealous enough to turn on his self-proclaimed kin. Whether you are a diplomat seeking leverage from the most difficult of positions, a spy seeking the subtlest hint of danger from your surroundings, a guardian hoping to protect your home and people, or a warrior striking back at tyrants both native and foreign, this guide to the Mwangi Expanse offers you the ultimate resource to explore a realm of magic, monsters, and intrigue! Written by: Laura-Shay Adams, Mariam Ahmad, Jahmal Brown, Misha Bushyager, Alexandria Bustion, Duan Byrd, John Compton, Sarah Davis, Naomi Fritts, Sasha Laranoa Harving, Gabriel Hicks, TK Johnson, Michelle Jones, Joshua Kim, Travis Lionel, Ron Lundeen, Stephanie Lundeen, Hillary Moon Murphy, Lu Pellazar, Mikhail Rekun, Nate Wright, and Jabari Weathers

Discover The Rich Colors and Textures of Life Through These Short Stories Choose your favorite story and immerse yourself in a wonderful voyage right away. Enjoy an incredible collection of stories coming from different lands, races, and religions that every reader will love, The book is beautifully divided into 3 sections (3 words) and a few poems: · Errands, take a simple and short trip to the mind and souls of different authors. · Euphemism. An intense collection of stories reveals how euphemisms are part of our everyday life. · Evanescence, simple, but incredibly powerful messages are captured in short stories before they vanish like dreams. · Few Poems – So insightful and inspiring, they remind us to enjoy life. Three Words: Collection of Short Stories, offers something for everyone within these pages. So, curl up on your favorite reading spot and let yourself be transported to new and exciting places. Here’s part of the stories packed inside this new book: · Concussions And Errands · Nothing Bugs Me · Settling Up · Your Mother Is Resting · Secrets In the Sand · By The Side Of the Road · Shades of Trees And many more! The simple things in life often mean the most. Three Words: Collection of Short Stories, it’s a collection of short stories that serve as a reminder to appreciate life, love, and companionship. This book consists of a variety of stories that offer a fresh perspective on life that can help to brighten our day and make us appreciate the people and relationships in our lives.Discover The Rich Colors and Textures of Life Through These Short Stories Choose your favorite story and immerse yourself in a wonderful voyage right away. Enjoy an incredible collection of stories coming from different lands, races, and religions that every reader will love, The book is beautifully divided into 3 sections (3 words) and a few poems: · Errands, take a simple and short trip to the mind and souls of different authors. · Euphemism. An intense collection of stories reveals how euphemisms are part of our everyday life. · Evanescence, simple, but incredibly powerful messages are captured in short stories before they vanish like dreams. · Few Poems – So insightful and inspiring, they remind us to enjoy life. Three Words: Collection of Short Stories, offers something for everyone within these pages. So, curl up on your favorite reading spot and let yourself be transported to new and exciting places. Here’s part of the stories packed inside this new book: · Concussions And Errands · Nothing Bugs Me · Settling Up · Your Mother Is Resting · Secrets In the Sand · By The Side Of the Road · Shades of Trees And many more! The simple things in life often mean the most. Three Words: Collection of Short Stories, it’s a collection of short stories that serve as a reminder to appreciate life, love, and companionship. This book consists of a variety of stories that offer a fresh perspective on life that can help to brighten our day and make us appreciate the people and relationships in our lives.

Everyone''s favourite scaredy-cat bulldog is back -- with puppies! Everyone''s favourite scaredy-cat bulldog returns in a brand-new adventure! When we last saw Fearless, he had fallen head over paws for the beautiful Primrose. Now, they''ve got puppies to care for, and Fearless must figure out what it means to be a father. Fearless warns his children about the dangers lurking around every corner -- things like vacuum cleaners and handbags -- but when Primrose is in trouble, will Fearless put aside his fears or will it be brave pup Eric to the rescue? Another charming and hilarious tale about Fearless the bulldog, from award-winning duo Colin Thompson and Sarah Davis. Ages: 2-5

ADHD can be diagnosed at any age in any gender. The most misdiagnosed of all people with ADHD are women and girls. If you are an adult, you may never have even thought that ADHD could be a possibility because you are not physically overactive, but maybe your brain is. This is a 2 in 1 book for Women with ADHD that can serve as your workbook or guide in overcoming ADHD challenges and win at life.

This book is a really practical, hands-on guide packed with a wealth of advice on strategies and things to try" reflecting the authors′ extensive experience. If you want to make effective, inclusive dyslexia-friendly classrooms a reality rather than an aspiration, this book is for you." - Dr John P. Rack, Head of Research and Development, Dyslexia Action In this toolkit the authors provide you with the foundations for making your setting and your teaching style dyslexia-friendly. There is a general overview of the principles and practices required, and what the dyslexia-aware teacher needs to bear in mind. Chapters cover: understanding learners with dyslexia dyslexia and phonics dyslexia and English as an Additional Language dyslexia and mathematics dyslexia and science dyslexia and creativity Each chapter includes visual chapter overviews, tried and tested strategies for the classroom and the whole school, using technology to help learners, case studies from practice, children′s voices and sources of further information. The book offers you ideas and advice, and will ensure you feel confident you are doing the right things to help overcome barriers to learning. Barbara Pavey is a lecturer in Higher Education, training dyslexia specialists in the North of England. Margaret Meehan is Coordinator of Specialist Tuition at Swansea University. Sarah Davis is an Early Years Leading Teacher working in North Yorkshire.

Names are gifts that parents choose for children; gifts to last a lifetime.1001 Names for Australian Babies is a collection of given names, including traditional, biblical, ethnic, modern and invented names, as well as their origins, meanings and variations.A practical guide for all parents seeking that unique name for their child.

Rather than divide the medieval Mediterranean into "Christian Europe" and "Muslim North Africa," this book presents the region as a single, mutually influenced, interconnected whole.

Maths whiz Emily Martin has won a place in a video game competition - on a summer cruise! And her best friends Bella, Grace and Chloe are with her all the way. While onboard, the girls set themselves a few anti-princess missions: win the regatta, rescue the endangered turtle, show the gift shop manager that dolls can be more than be pretty, and prove to the gamers that girls can compete - and win! Can the anti-princesses work together to complete their missions, and maybe pick up some new members along the way?

Containing interviews with industry experts in the US and the UK, this guide gives tips on almost every aspect of gigging. It takes you through the process of recording, from home-made demos to releasing your own finished product and radio promotion. It also explains what managers, publishers, PR people, accountants, and lawyers can do for you.

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A piglet''s delightful adventure shows that trying new things can be rewarding and fun. A timid little piglet learns to be a brave explorer, confronting his fears and finding hilarity along the way - but still loves coming home to Mum. This warm and lively story will delight youngsters and parents alike with Phil Cummings'' adorable characters and superb artwork from Crichton Award-winning illustrator Sarah Davis.

Our much loved Violet Mackerel is now in paperback! VIOLET MACKEREL has to have her tonsils out. Violet does NOT think this is a good idea. She prefers NOT to have things taken out. But the tonsils have to go. And that s okay, because maybe Violet will make the most REMARKABLE RECOVERY ever.

Simply labeled illustrations looks at things of interest to toddlers, including faces, toys, animals, numbers, colors, and more.

Violet Mackerel thinks she would QUITE LIKE to own the blue china bird at the Saturday markets. This is not just a SILLY WISH. It is instead the start of a VERY IMPORTANT idea. But what she needs is a PLOT. A BRILLIANT plot.