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Butterflies in May    by Karen Hart
Price: $7.99 USD. 74930 words. Published by Bancroft Press on January 1, 2010. .

Ali Parker, a high school senior, plans to major in journalism at a prestigious college. Her Mr. Perfect boyfriend, Matt Ryan, is a talented artist. Their future possibilities seem endless. Then the inconceivable happens--Ali becomes pregnant. This compelling, inspiring, and enlightening story engages the heart as it shows the struggles of life and the endurance of hope.
Children with Serious Conduct Issues: A Case Study, a NEATS Analysis, and Case Planning    by Jane Gilgun
Price: $3.99 USD. 11490 words. Published on February 14, 2010. .

This book is for parents and professionals as they work together to help children who have serious conduct issues. Conduct issues are common in childhood. The issues are serious when children do not respond to reasonable parental requests and when children's actions put themselves and others in danger. This book provides much needed information and guidance.
Waking Up in Paradise    by C.J. Day
Price: $5.99 USD. 217750 words. Published by Fideli Publishing on February 15, 2010. .

Cody Austin and his grandparents have just moved to an island they purchased in Belize. Cody, who was severely injured in the accident that killed his mother, has since climbed a mountain of disabilities and is dealing well with the challenges of being a paraplegic teenager. Things change quickly with the move, though, and Cody finds that life is coming at him fast—almost too fast ...
Robert's Ride    by Wilson James
Price: $0.99 USD. 35910 words. Published on February 16, 2010. .

Born in a small town in rural Georgia, Robert is placed in a foster home after being orphaned at five. After too long, he is finally one of the lucky ones. He struggles to make sure his new adoptive mother likes him and wants to keep him, in spite of the fact that she really has no idea what to do with a child. Robert desperately tries to figure out to read her and please her. Can it work out?
A NEATS Analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorders    by Jane Gilgun
Price: $1.99 USD. 6280 words. Published on February 16, 2010. .

The purpose of this article is to describe the various types of autism and to show how early intervention can help some children with autism gain in social and language skills. The article also describes ASD in terms of their neurobiology, executive function, attachment, trauma, & self-regulation (NEATS). Important information for parents and professionals.
Executive Function and Self-Regulation in Children    by Jane Gilgun
Price: $0.99 USD. 2230 words. Published on February 19, 2010. .

Executive function and self-regulation are two capacities important to child development. This article describes what these two terms mean, illustrates main points with case examples, and provides guidelines for parents and professionals.
A NEATS Analysis of Childhood Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)    by Jane Gilgun
Price: $1.99 USD. 3560 words. Published on February 19, 2010. .

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) require special care. This article describes ADHD, illustrates main points with case examples, and provides guidelines for parents and professionals. The article covers neurobiology, executive function, attachment, trauma, and self-regulation (NEATS).
Memories of an Eastern Sky    by Andy Zhang
Price: $6.99 USD. 76350 words. Published by Aberdeen Bay on April 5, 2010. .

Memories of an Eastern Sky is a fiction based on the true story of a boy born into a loving family in the freezing, lawless, and foreboding confines of China. The main character quickly learns that the government wields crushing power. When officials accuse his father of being counterrevolutionary, his family makes the courageous decision not to succumb to the Cultural Revolution.
Puppy Dog Tales    by Alice V
Price: Free! 3610 words. Published on April 27, 2010. .

A collection of short stories for children and dog lovers alike. Love, strength, and companionship is all that any dog could ever want but when destiny seems to have other things in mind, these furry friends somehow defy the odds and warm the hearts of those who give them a "forever home."
What I Want My Adopted Child to Know: An Adoptive Parent's Perspective    by Sally Bacchetta
Price: $9.99 USD. 36380 words. Published on June 5, 2010. .

What I Want My Adopted Child to Know: An Adoptive Parent’s Perspective is a tender, revealing look at adoption from the parent perspective. Whether you are an adoptive parent, an adoptee, someone considering adoption, or simply curious about adoption dynamics, this book will touch your heart and increase your sensitivity to the challenges and joys that are unique to adoptive parenting.