Smart Families

Are you trying to co-parent with a narcissist? Stuck in a high-conflict custody battle with your narcissistic ex? You are not alone. There are problems and issues that are common with someone disordered and disorderly. Learn Grace's Super-Smart Strategies for navigating the narcissist in Family Court. It all comes down to creating solid strategies.

WARNING: Reading this book while on the throne will make your bathroom breaks exceptionally entertaining, potentially causing delays in resuming your regular schedule! Ever pondered why reading in the bathroom makes you feel extra enlightened? Or the surprising truth about why some birds can sleep while standing up? (Hint: It's not due to their impeccable balance!) Hold onto your plungers, curious minds! Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure through history, science, pop culture and the bizarre... in the pages of "At Home On The Throne", a hilariously addictive Bathroom Reader! ...

In the breathtaking waters of the Pacific Northwest, a sweeping love story unfolds—one that spans generations, and where saving the last wild orcas could mean saving themselves. Perfect for fans of Where the Crawdads Sing and Water for Elephants–this deeply atmospheric romance explores the lengths we go to for love and proves that some things are worth saving at any cost. Kassidy Karlson—a social media powerhouse—is fed up with throwaway trends and longs to turn her fame into something meaningful. But when a career-shattering mistake forces her to retreat from the spotlight, she ...

When a blue ribbon leads to a murder charge, the real recipe for justice is a dash of sleuthing and a pinch of trouble... Hannah Foster is still basking in the glory of her big win at the 35th annual Shady Pines Bake-Off—until she stumbles into her bakery the following day and finds Martin Grayson, the competition’s judge, dead behind the counter. The unmistakable scent of almonds fills the air, and all signs point to Hannah as the prime suspect. Determined to clear her friend’s name, Maggie and Tessa, along with Maggie’s ever-curious beagle, Sherlock, dive headfirst into the ...

One of the benefits of a home education is a curriculum designed to fit each student. But that means knowing how your child learns. Not every child receives knowledge the same way. It’s up to the teacher to figure out the best way to reach each one. Based on the 8 Smarts identified by Kathy Koch - word, logic, picture, music, body, nature, people, and self - 8 Great Smarts for Homeschooling Families tailors these ideas to the unique setting of the home classroom.

In Brain Rules for Baby, Dr. John Medina shares what the latest science says about how to raise smart and happy children from zero to five. This book is destined to revolutionize parenting. Just one of the surprises: The best way to get your children into the college of their choice? Teach them impulse control. Brain Rules for Baby bridges the gap between what scientists know and what parents practice.

In How to Raise Smart and Intelligent Children, you will discover all the cutting-edge techniques to make sure that your kids develop a life-long intelligence, which will serve them well in all areas of life.

When a killer strikes, single mom and PI, Tracy Belden and her friends put game nights on hold to solve a case of murder. Escape to Tahoe. Help a friend. No problems. No pressure. What could go wrong? I'm Tracy Belden, a rookie PI with a handful of cases solved, but when a fellow PI calls, I answer. Twelve hours later, my investigator friend is missing, the client is dead, and I'm at the murder scene. With the police eyeing me as a suspect, I have to find the killer if there’s any hope of completing my crossword puzzle. If you like fast-paced, humorous cozies, dive into the Crossword ...

We may not realize it, but children are hyperaware of money. They have scores of questions about its nuances that parents often don't answer, or know how to answer well. But for Ron Lieber, a personal finance columnist and father, good parenting means talking about money with our kids much more often. When parents avoid these conversations, they lose a tremendous opportunity—not just to model important financial behaviors, but also to imprint lessons about what their family cares about most.

A nerdy farmer—and doctor with expertise in nutrition—provides insight into how best to prepare and savor vegetables while recounting his journey in building an organic vegetable farm and discovering the family that farmed the same land some 200 years ago.

MONSTER QUEEN ALPHA Book 6 of the Convergence Series From trailer trash elf to Monster Queen—every title comes with a price. I'd been running from monsters for so long, I'd forgotten what it was like to stand still. Working as a nanny for a former dragon king isn't smart, but the pay is too good to refuse. All I have to do is survive three days before my charm wears off and the dragons turn on me. Too bad it's suicidal to argue with a dragon... But when my past catches up with me in the form of an armored monster I once commanded, I realize my greatest threat isn't what's hunting me—...

A comprehensive and accessible guide designed to help anyone transform their home into a smart, efficient, and enjoyable living space. Whether you're a beginner looking to dip your toes into smart home technology, a family seeking ways to enhance daily life, or a senior interested in maintaining independence and safety, this book provides a clear and practical path forward. Key Features: Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Step-by-step guides for setting up and using smart devices, ensuring that even those new to technology can get started with ease. Practical Tips and Advice: Insights on choosing...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of storytelling with this latest collection of imaginative tales! From daring adventures to heartwarming lessons, these captivating stories will ignite the imaginations of young readers and inspire a love for the written word. Written by T.P. Heath, a seasoned screenwriter and author with a knack for crafting thrilling narratives, this anthology is the culmination of creativity and learning from an after-school storytelling club. Each story invites readers on a journey of discovery, blending entertainment with valuable lessons in a seamless and ...

It is my passion to share the art of storytelling with the next generation, teaching them important aspects through fun games—learning, while they didn’t realise they are learning. I launched an after school club teaching this craft. It has been an enormous success. This book is the product of one activity from the club. A Collection of Clever, Fun, Short Stories Inspired by Children Learning the Craft of Storytelling. T. P. Heath is a screenwriter and author of over twenty novels, mostly thrillers under the name Tim Heath, and the author of the Twiggy Rattlesnake series.

If you're the parent of a "smart but scattered" teen, trying to help him or her grow into a self-sufficient, responsible adult may feel like a never-ending battle. Now you have an alternative to micromanaging, cajoling, or ineffective punishments. This positive guide provides a science-based program for promoting teens' independence by building their executive skills - the fundamental brain-based abilities needed to get organized, stay focused, and control impulses and emotions.

Digging At The Roots . . . Thanksgiving is right around the corner and Abby is in a pickle. Does she go to her parents’ house for dinner or break with tradition and go to Marco’s mother’s house instead? Abby’s mom is in a tizzy and Abby is desperately seeking a solution. But she has a bigger problem when hunky hubby Marco is a suspect in the murder of his landlord, realtor Arthur McMahon. After the popular realtor is found stabbed to death in his office just after announcing plans to oust his renters, along with his decision to marry a woman his grown children detest, Abby and Marco...

Kids may not appreciate the value of a dollar, but it’s hard to blame them. After all, what have they learned about money? Managing finances is rarely covered in schools, and as a parent, you probably don’t know where to start. How do you provide a strong foundation of financial knowledge for your kids with these gaps? What should they learn each year? How do you teach a skill set you never received yourself?

If you are considering remarriage and want to do everything you can to ensure a happy and fulfilling union, turn to Ron Deal and the Smart Stepfamily series. This is the ideal book for engaged or pre-engaged couples who have at least one child from a previous relationship, offering premarital counsel about how to prepare to blend family relationships, parenting, finances, rituals, and daily routines for your new life together.

DISCOVER:: How to Make Weight Loss Troubles a Thing of the Past for the Whole Family! Losing weight is already hard enough on your own, but what if your family is facing similar problems? Extra weight makes us feel slower, more tired, and certainly more frustrated. Who wants to constantly have to find bigger sizes for clothes, or deal with being out of breath from going up a flight of stairs? What about feeling trapped by food: always hungry, always craving? It’s time to get past these problems and on to a brighter future. Health is truly wealth, as the saying goes. And that’s exactly ...

This money skills for kids book age 7 and 8 helps young learners take real steps toward financial understanding before habits form that are hard to break. Unlike generic options, it combines clear lessons, hands-on activities, and age-appropriate language to keep kids engaged from start to finish. We had to buy the audiobook and the hardcover version because our daughter wanted to take it to school and share it to friends.