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The Sidewalk Solar System    by Richard Ignace
Price: Free! 1030 words. Published on January 14, 2010. .

For elementary and middle school level children, this is an activity for making a model of the solar system that is to scale using only chalk and a long stretch of sidewalk. It is fun for the entire class, helps children think in terms of models, and helps them learn about the planets.
101 Drama Games and Activities    by David Farmer
Price: $9.99 USD. 17550 words. Published on January 27, 2010. .

This popular collection of drama games and exercises is suitable for children, young people and adults. Sections include improvisation, mime, ice-breakers, group dynamics, rehearsal, story-telling, voice and warm-ups so that you can quickly find an appropriate activity. Developed by acclaimed theatre director David Farmer, these activities are useful for drama lessons, workshops and rehearsals.
The Skin of Lions: Rwandan Folk Tales and Fables    by Gabriel Constans
You set the price! 2580 words. Published on January 31, 2010. .

This is a picture book collection from Rwanda. At one time all of the children in this book lived on the streets. The stories are from their personal experiences, traditional folk tales or creative imaginations. They continue a thousand-year-old oral tradition and speak for all of those that have been silenced. Author royalties go to the Rwanda Orphan's Project at www.rwandanorphansproject.org.
Teenwars    by Ron Parker
Price: $2.99 USD. 44350 words. Published on February 1, 2010. .

Teenagers Aaron Ballantyne and Barry Cutler are the leaders of rival kids gangs. They are sworn enemies but unite when threatened with a common enemy - not of this world.
Life, Death, and Other Cartoons    by Carlos Eton
Price: $1.99 USD. 26150 words. Published on February 7, 2010. .

Life, Death, and Other Cartoons is a collection of short stories, poems, and narratives written by Carlos Eton to express the many shades of spirituality: joy, humor, depth, devotion, enlightenment, all of the feelings we experience when we travel our spiritual paths on the road to God. Read these stories over and over again to inspire provocative thought and discussion. Or just for fun!
YOU ROCK! How To Be A STAR Student & Still Have FUN    by Suzanne Raga
Price: $4.99 USD. 14940 words. Published on February 14, 2010. .

You Rock offers specific insights and strategies for succeeding in school. A Princeton student and tutor shares the wisdom and experience she has gained in this empowering and entertaining “study tips” book for the music-loving tween and teen set. Put the cool back in school and enjoy academic success. This is the “How To Study” book you’ve been looking for!
The Adventures of Cat, the Dog    by Julia McLaughlin
Price: $0.99 USD. 10850 words. Published on February 15, 2010. .

The Adventures of Cat, the Dog, is a who-done-it mystery series with a twist. It involves a young teen-aged girl, Mary, who is paralyzed from the waist down due to an accident that happened in her past - a past that comes back to haunt her. Her very special dog, Cat, narrates the story. This is a feel good, humorous mystery with a cast of colorful characters, certain to bring a smile to your face.
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.
Misty Valley    by Amanda Brake
Price: $2.00 USD. 920 words. Published on February 17, 2010. .

Misty Valley is a short rhyming magical tale of a boy who adventures off one morning to the dark scary wood inspite of the crying and howling that goes on throughout the night, to collected nuts, fruits, and berries in the most unique way. Discover how Christy saves the valley from the horror of the darkest night.
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.