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In this story the child is invited on a penny day outing. A penny day outing is all about how many fabulous and fun items can be purchased for one-hundred pennies. The child will engage naturally as the narrator shares ideas of how many choices there are for the cost of one-hundred pennies. "The Penny Day Outing” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will be invited to collect and count coins. This is a opportunity for teaching through entertainment on numerous levels.

. In this story the child is invited on a pet walking journey. This journey is full of surprises as the outing unfolds with the pet choosing the path. The narrator realizes that this is a fun and welcome way to spend time outside with the pet. “THE WAY TEDDY” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that spontaneous decisions can lead to fun adventures. The pet has its own ideas which allow for both freedom and adventure. Choices are a main theme that the author embraces in this light-hearted story.

In this story the child is invited on a journey into Nature where a discovery is made through observation, vocalization, and communication. The child discovers a ring who believes itself to be a wing. "My Name Is Wing" begins with a child in the great outdoors who notices something round in their vision. The child takes the opportunity to interact, ask questions, and listen actively. The child will learn that asking questions leads to fun adventures, interesting conversations, and positive outcomes.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to a town where there is a last snow. The season of winter is fully embraced as a strong element to demonstrate the natural occurrences of endings and beginnings. This book is designed to support the child who is learning how to cope with the emotions that accompany endings. "The Snow Last” offers a standing invitation to the child. Journey to the tail of a rainbow's end and see what seasonal adventures await. In "The Snow Last" the child will experience a place where an end is a reality.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where inner strength reigns supreme and shines through all fear, doubt, and concern. “The There Barely” offers a standing invitation to the child. The hunt is the beginning of an adventure that the child will naturally join in pursuit. The Child will be fascinated with the opportunity to see themselves as the strong, independent and fierce individual that they are. The child will learn that there is always hope, light, and support for them in their own internal Self.

“The Night Quiet” was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Childhood Classic. This story plays an integral role in assisting the Child from being actively awake to falling gently asleep. It has a melodious rhythm, carries a tune, and lulls the mind into restorative sleep.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where packing an imaginary suit case brings new meaning and adventure. It is a game for the child to engage in with “Pretend” as a character who is always available to join them. “The Case Suit” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will be invited to investigate what the narrator chooses to pack and travel with to any destination imagination can create. The destination is open-ended so the child will participate with curiosity and play.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where self empowerment is modeled through an interaction between the narrator and a fictionalized character known as the Catcher Dream. This is a story where the narrator models strength and courage once an uncomfortable matter is identified through self-assessment. "The Catcher Dream” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that they are individuals in charge of safeguarding their physical and emotional space.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to experience an everyday item in a new and exciting way. The item is the wheel and it is shown in a light that will encourage the child to play creatively with anything that has them attached. "The Skate Free” offers a standing invitation to the child. Journey to the tail of a rainbow's end and see what fantastical adventures await. In "The Skate Free" the child will experience a place where wheels are celebrated and enjoyed for the wonderful invention that they are.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to meet a mythical creature named the Need Gnome. The child will engage immediately with the narrator who introduces this unique and mysterious main character. “THE NEED GNOME” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that this character represents a safe space where stating needs is not only accepted but encouraged. This is a story for all times of the day because its theme is a supportive one.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to a town where there is a fantastical train. This train has amazing boxcars for the child to visit in this book. This book is designed to address all kinds of emotions with the help of some furry friends. “The Emotion Commotion Locomotion” offers a standing invitation to the child. Journey to the tail of a rainbow’s end and see what transportation adventures await. The child will experience a train where unique feelings are represented in each boxcar.

In this story the child is cordially invited to attend the most amazing, colorful, and inclusive event known as the Loon Ball. The Loon Ball is a magical adventure into a world where anything that they can dream of is possible. "The Loon Ball" engages with the child immediately with an invitation to an imaginary fantastical event. The narrator guides the child through all the elements that the Loon Ball encompasses. These elements are colorful, joyful, and playful ideas that come to life for the child to experience.

In this story the child is invited on a healing journey where their loss is personified as a fictional visitor known as the Loss Total. The narrator models a coping technique as an example for the child dealing with grief of any sort. “The Loss Total” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that others also experience loss and they can utilize Nature to assist with healing. It allows them to explore their emotions, such as confusion and distress, that grief ushers into to their young worlds.

The child is invited on a journey where dreaming is the only goal. Any dream a child may have or would like to have is made alive and well in this enchanting story. “The Line Sky” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that they are always in good company when they allow their imagination to live, breathe, and flourish. It is a fascinating opportunity to look at the world with the unlimited scope characterized in youth.

In this story the child is invited to visit a very popular and in-demand destination. The narrator explains that the not is all it seems because the brochure over-promised and under-delivered. "The K-OH!” offers a standing invitation to the Child. The Child will be included on a journey to this imaginary place that is made real due to a myth. The myth is that using the word "okay" frequently to describe thoughts and feelings is exceedingly appropriate.

“The Tail Fairy” was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Book Four of Kelly Anne Manuel’s Essentials Series. In this story, the Child is invited on a humorous journey to experience an entirely fresh and new approach to the traditional fairy tale. The animal kingdom is pivotal in demonstrating diverse layers of support to aid in child development.

“THE STILL BEE” was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Book Nine of Kelly Anne Manuel’s Essentials Series. In this story, the Child is invited on a journey with the narrator to study bees with a different lens. It a is fun and light-hearted story of a narrator who is curious about what goes on in the mind of a bee. “The Still Bee” offers a standing invitation to the Child. The Child will learn that they can actively engage with literature that is also entertaining.

Do you struggle with discouragement, fear, or unwanted thoughts but don't know why? Maybe you feel disconnected from God. You've read books and attended church services, yet lasting change in your life remains out of reach. There's a nagging feeling you're missing something, but you're not sure what it is. What if what you need most is being sidestepped by those who will only tell you what you want to hear?

The foundation of finance is understanding how to run the numbers, and while there's nothing wrong with a rule of thumb, making an informed decision based on solid data is a guaranteed way to set yourself up for consistent success. The chapters of the book are organized to align with the sequence of major financial decisions a typical person would encounter as he/she progresses through life. It gives real-life examples, walks you through the decision-making process, and, most importantly, shows you how to quantify your options.

When I was an assistant coach, some coaches treated machine pitch as another ho-hum year of t-ball, and other coaches treated machine pitch like the high school sectional championships. When I took over as head coach, I aimed to split the middle and shepherd the players from the lower stakes of t-ball to the higher stakes of Little League. So, I experimented with every aspect of coaching a machine pitch team throughout the season. Even though I was constantly tweaking things, we played better than most opposing teams. If any team looked better than us, I focused on closing the gap.