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The idea of the Roaring '20s conjures up images of speakeasies, women with short, saucy hairdos, and hot jazz. Readers will learn about the historical events that define this decade, including the devastating war that preceded it. An explanation about project-based learning will help readers understand how it can help them research their topic in unique and interesting ways. Constructive suggestions offer ideas for projects, while encouraging readers to take their studies in new and interesting directions.

Entering a city oppressed by a High Epic despot is risky, but David's willing to gamble. Because killing Steelheart left a hole in David's heart. A hole where his thirst for vengeance once lived. Somehow, he filled that hole with another Epic--Firefight. And now he will go on a quest darker and even more dangerous than the fight against Steelheart to find her.

Based on the premise that all young people should learn to make decisions, respect themselves, and resolve challenging problems, this book is a self-help guide for adolescents to develop positive thinking, high self-esteem, and personal power. Exercises guide readers through learning about their own feelings, dreams, and needs while stressing that they are responsible for their own behavior and happiness. Situational anecdotes used to enhance the discussion are age-appropriate and relevant to children. Writing and keeping a journal are encouraged, and group exercises make the book useful in...

Estoy aquí. Y lo siento por todos aquellos que nunca me quisieron ver brillar. Pero he llegado hasta aquí y no tengo ninguna intención de abandonar. Aunque la vida me ha dado la espalda, he cambiado de dirección para no andar tras ella, y me va mucho mejor.Estoy aquí, y he venido para hacer ruido. Para gritar. Para volver a llorar. Para hablar de todo aquello que me dijeron que debía callar. He venido para marcar un antes y un después, para marcar un punto y coma y no un punto y final.He venido porque he decido que a mi nadie me va a callar.(Des)prendiendo fuego es todo aquello que...