conduct of life

In graphic novel format, retells the story of Katsa, a girl who lives in a world where some people are born with supernatural abilities called Graces, and who seeks redemption from her own horrifying Grace, the Grace of killing.

"Mimi is smart, spunky, and cute! And she's happy being cute until she notices people around her starting to think she's TOO cute to do anything important. With the help of Penelope, her best friend and magical talking dog toy, Mimi uses magic to transform into a totally different person. But the harder she tries to change who she is, the more lost and lonely she feels not being true to herself"--Provided by the publisher.

"In . . . this . . . self-help guide . . . teens will learn how to silence their nit-picky inner critic, overcome feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness, cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion, and discover what really matters to them"--Provided by publisher.

The essential guide to modern etiquette for children   The founder of a successful children's clothing line, author of an influential parenting blog, and mother of five children, Marie-Chantal of Greece is constantly asked how she manages to do it all--raise her kids and run her business while leading an active social life. So many of these queries--about proper etiquette for children in our fast-paced, technology-centered world--led her to recognize the need for a modern handbook on children's manners. Manners Begin at Breakfast addresses rules of etiquette, including basic table manners, social media, fashion dos and don'ts, and party conversation. Covering children from infants to teens, Manners Begin at Breakfast is an essential guide for all parents concerned about raising self-assured, well-adjusted children who are equipped to thrive in society and develop into confident, successful adults. Illustrated with charming, specially commissioned watercolors and written in a lively, conversational style, it is certain to become a perennial and parental must-have resource.

"Retrospective on football player Drew Brees"--.

"For generations, women of color have had to push against powerful forces of sexism, racism, and classism in this country, and too often, they have felt that they had to face these challenges alone. Through her writing, her activism, and through founding Latina Rebels, Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodr?guez fought to create community to help women fight together. . . Her new book addresses a range of issues: How can Brown girls survive, and thrive, in spaces that were never meant for us? How do we feel pride when we're forced to code-switch? How can we deal with our own imposter syndrome? How do we free ourselves from internalized racism, when it comes to colorism within our communities? And what does it mean to decolonize our worldview?"--.

Before he became a first-round draft pick in the NFL, he had to survive middle school. Over one million boys play high school football every year. About 6.5% become collegiate players. Of those, only 1.5% reach the NFL. Those odds were daunting for a young Vontae Davis who endured many challenges as his parents battled addiction. At age 11, Vontae and his siblings faced living in separate foster homes, but Grandma Adaline refused to allow it--adopting and raising all seven children despite financial difficulties. With some guidance from his older brother Vernon (two-time Pro Bowl tight end) Vontae earned a college football scholarship, and after three years entered the NFL. The Middle School Rules of Vontae Davis features Vontae's defining childhood stories and lessons learned growing up in a rough Washington D.C. neighborhood. Young readers will see how Vontae thrived with the support of those around him--none more important than his grandmother. A two-time Pro Bowl selection, Vontae was named an NFL Players Association Community MVP during the 2015 season.

The world is a big and varied place. There are so many things you can be and do.

"Internet humorist James Breakwell, author of Only Dead on the Inside and Bare Minimum Parenting, gets more personal in How to Be a Man (Whatever that Means), a collection essays exploring his often-confusing relationship with masculinity through memories and witty observations"--.