resilience

From the assassination that triggers World War I in 1914 to Armistice Day in 1918, the story follows the fates of five young people on both sides of the conflict--each facing their portion of the war with courage, until the end of the war brings them together. Includes information on the history of the war.

"Gregory Boyle, SJ, spends his days at Homeboy Industries accompanying ex-gang members as they rebuild their lives. Forgive Everyone Everything is a collection of his most poignant writings based on decades of experiences of loss and pain, redemption and renewal. These reflections, accompanied by street art from acclaimed artist and ex-gang member Fabian Debora, come together as a modern-day devotional that provokes and inspires readers from all walks of life".

"You vs the World: The Bear Grylls Guide to Never Giving Up retells Bear Grylls' most extreme adventures in a kid-friendly way. He shares the life lessons he's learned along the way, and how the skills needed to survive in the wild can be used in everyday life. From finding confidence to bouncing back from failure, Bear gives children the tools they need to survive and thrive in their own lives"--.

"Be guided through the curious world of trauma. This fully illustrated guide for children aged 8-12 features an array of . . . characters and facts about trauma woven into a therapeutic story. Learn why some carrots grow perfectly straight, others wonky and wobbly--and why that's ok! Find out all the clever ways our strange and curious bodies keep us safe all the time, and what the different nutty parts of our brain do for us when we are afraid! Discover all this and more to understand your own experiences, body, and even friends better too"--Amazon.

"Shows . . . how to build good habits that stick, with easy advice for practicing little, everyday changes that help you work toward your goals one step at a time"--Back cover.

"The resilience of two cousins is tested when one of them is lost at sea and washes up on a deserted island while the other remains at home, holding on to the belief that her beloved cousin is still alive"--OCLC.

"Co-qu?, co-qu?! The co-qu? frogs sing to Elena from her family's beloved mango tree--their calls so familiar that they might as well be singing, 'You are home, you are safe.' But home is suddenly not safe when a hurricane threatens to destroy everything that Elena knows. As time passes, Elena, alongside her community, begins to rebuild their home, planting seeds of hope along the way. When the sounds of the coqu?es gradually return, they reflect the resilience and strength of Elena, her family, and her fellow Puerto Ricans"--From the publisher's web site.

"Against his better judgment, fifth grader Griffin Birch follows his best friend down the new slide in the school playground, and at the other end of this portal they discover a cruel world populated by bloodthirsty creatures on a quest to become immortal"--OCLC.

Bounce Back Betty is a touching tale of a freckled face little girl, who wants nothing more than to win a race. There?s just one problem, she?s not very fast. It's harder to come in first than she thought! Her mama is able to encourage her to keep trying to find out what she is good at. By learning to not give up, she is able to enthusiastically try new things. In a realistic chat with her mom, a young girl discovers how all creatures have valuable gifts, even if they don?t finish first in the race. The characters in this story might move slooooowwwwwlllly . . . yet they will quickly steal your heart. This inspirational book tells an encouraging and uplifting story for readers of any age. It also reminds us of the importance of resilience, self-esteem, and learning to love ourselves for who we are (even if it?s different than who we thought we would be). Bounce Back Betty has a hopeful and inspiring message that will bring positivity to all who read it.

"A hurricane nearly destroys everything Elena knows, but over time, Elena and her community begin to rebuild, planting seeds of hope along the way"--OCLC.