Gardner, Howard, 1943-. Frames of mind : the theory of multiple intelligences. London : Fontana Press, c1993. When 'Frames of Mind' was first published in 1984 it was acclaimed as 'a most important contribution to cognitive psychology'. In it Howard Gardner demonstrates that there exist many human 'intelligences', common to all cultures -- each with its own patterns of development and brain activity, and each different in kind from the others. These potentials include linguistic, musical, and logical/mathematical capacities, as well as spatial and bodily intelligences, and the ability to arrive at an emotional and mental sense of self and other people. Rather than reducing an individual's potential to a single score on an IQ test, it is the fostering and education of all these intellingences that should be our concern. Gardner's controversial argument has resounding implications for the ways in which we think about intelligence and education. "For those of us who suspect that intelligence is too complex a phenomenon to be measured by the single number derived from an 'intelligence test', Gardner's book is a refreshing experience and an open door into a whole new way of looking at human beings."ISAAC ASIMOV "Gardner makes his theory stick more firmly than any other before him, and I cannot help wondering what the effects of this book will be on the education of this country. What, for instance, might happen to IQ testing? Or to streaming?"DAILY TELEGRAPH "Offers a cogent, multi-dimensional answer to the IQ testing fanatics… a real alternative to the blind empiricism of the IQ testers. How refreshing to see it justified in scholarly terms."OBSERVER. Haugen, Gary A. Just courage : God's great expedition for the restless Christian. Downers Grove, Ill. : IVP Books, c2008. Going on the journey but missing the adventure -- From rescued to rescuer -- The surprising path to courage -- The God of justice -- Just worship -- Loving God and our neighbor -- Charging the darkness -- The witness of one -- Seizing the gift of courage -- Would you rather be safe or brave?. "There must be more to the Christian life than this--more than church each Sunday and waving to my neighbors and giving some clothes to Goodwill when I go through my closet each spring." These aren't bad things, of course. But they're safe and comfortable and easy. And there's a reason they're not satisfying your desire for something more significant and meaningful--we're created by God for adventure. International Justice Mission president Gary Haugen has found that engaging in the fight for justice is the most deeply satisfying way of life. This book shows how we too can be a part of God's great expedition". 21/4/2014 Happy Easter!New Middle School and Beyond TitlesWhy the ressurection? : a personal guide to meeting the resurrected Chirst Call #: 232.5 LAU Laurie, Greg. Published 2004 For three days after the Crucifixion, the disciples were distraught, the religious leaders reveled in victory, and Jesus Christ lay dead and buried in a dark garden tomb. But early Sunday morning, the angel proclaimed: "He has risen!" These three incredible words define Jesus Christ's ultimate victory and power over sin. Read and discover the power of the risen Lord. Walking with God through pain and suffering Call #: 248.8 KEL Keller, Timothy J., 1950- Published 2013 New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller-whose books have sold millions of copies to both religious and secular readers-explores one of the most difficult questions we must answer in our lives: Why is there pain and suffering? Walking with God through Pain and Suffering is the definitive Christian book on why bad things happen and how we should respond to them. The question of why there is pain and suffering in the world has confounded every generation; yet there has not been a major book from a Christian perspective exploring why they exist for many years. The two classics in this area are When Bad Things Happen to Good People by Rabbi Harold S. Kushner, which was published more than thirty years ago, and C. S. Lewis's The Problem of Pain , published more than seventy years ago. The great secular book on the subject, Elisabeth Ku¨bler-Ross's On Death and Dying , was first published in 1969. It's time for a new understanding and perspective, and who better to tackle this complex subject than Timothy Keller? As the pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, Timothy Keller is known for the unique insights he shares, and his series of books has guided countless readers in their spiritual journeys. Walking with God through Pain and Suffering will bring a much-needed, fresh viewpoint on this important issue. 18/4/2014 Happy Easter!New Elementary TitlesJasmine : the jewel orchardCall #: F DIS 1-5 O'Ryan, Ellie. Series: Disney princess Published 2013 Reading Level: 3.5 Interest Level: K-3 Lexile: 670 Jasmine tries to break the spell that has turned all of Agrabah's fruit and water into jewels. Rapunzel : a day to rememberCall #: F DIS 1-5 Perelman, Helen. Series: Disney Princess Published 2011 Reading Level: 3.6 Interest Level: K-3 Rapunzel, who has lived in a tower her whole life, goes to a village with a thief named Flynn and her chameleon Pascal. When she receives art lessons, she paints Flynn first which causes Pascal to run away. 14/4/2014 Never Before Seen (in our library)New Middle School and Beyond TitlesThe Genesis flood : the Biblical record and its scientific implications Call #: 222.11 WHI Whitcomb, John Clement, 1924- Published 1964 Interest Level: Adult Offers a detailed analysis of the biblical record of the great flood described in the book of Genesis and matches it with scientific research in an attempt to prove the validity of the creationist theory. How safe am I? Call #: 235 EDW Edwards, David, 1962 June 16- Series: Questions for life series Published 2004 What are the questions of your life that keep you separated from a loving God? How Safe Am I? Face it. The world is one scary place. Sometimes it seems like we are all alone and surrounded by evil. If you feel fearful, you need to read How Safe Am I? by author and speaker David Edwards. Get ready for challenging, but satisfying answers to this and other of life's most troubling questions addressed in the Questions for Life Series! Readers Guide Included for Group Discussion or Personal Reflection. 7/4/2014 Just ArrivedNew Elementary TitlesMax's Easter surprise Call #: E MAX based on the characters created by Rosemary Wells. Series: Max & Ruby Published 2008 Reading Level: 1.5 Interest Level: K-3 Impatient for the Easter parade to come, Max creates his own parade with decorated eggs made by Ruby and Louise. Learning about the Bible Call #: E ROC Rock, Lois. Published 2002 This simple book is accessible to the young reader of any or no faith and is designed to give them a basic understanding of a key topic of the Christian faith: the Bible. With simple captions, the pictures convey the basic information. The extension text is typically only 60-80 words per double page spread, giving a word total for each book of 1200-1500. 7/4/2014 New TitlesNew Middle School and Beyond TitlesTwelve years a slave Call #: 306.362 NOR Northup, Solomon, b. 1808. Published 2012 Interest Level: Adult Solomon Northup tells about being kidnapped and sold into slavery in the South after having been a free citizen in New York during the mid-1800s. Exploring the Passion Call #: 791.43 MCD McDermott, Bridget. Published 2004 When Mel Gibson announced his intention to create the ultimate movie. |
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