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After an evening tornado devastated their town of Vilonia, Arkansas, the Mabry family would face a different kind of storm when Margie learned of her husband's infidelity. Cliff Mabry, a small-town preacher resentful of his lot in life, finds solace in the arms of a local jezebel. As the family falls apart, Margie bravely embraces her new role as single mom, determined to provide a sense of normalcy for her children, Audrey and Jay. She and the kids relocate to her childhood home where her father, Burl, launches a humorous vendetta against his son-in-law. An engaging and heartwarming story about personal endurance and the importance of family, The Far Side of the Orchard speaks to every age group with a delightful cast of characters and a shout-out ending.

The SIOP model is the result of the work of Jana Eschevarria, MaryEllen Vogt, and Deborah Short. Lynn wanted to honor them by creating this calendar which helps students comprehend content material.

El modelo SIOP es resultado del trabajo de Jana Eschevarria, MaryEllen Vogt y Deborah Short. Lynn quería honrarlos creando este calendario que ayuda a los estudiantes a comprender el contenido.

The school year has ended and four middle-school teachers from Arkansas are brooding about their less-than-exciting summer plans. Janet, Fran, Sue Ellen, and Aimee - diverse in age, background, and temperament - all share the concern that life is passing them by. Then Janet wins big on a scratch-off lottery ticket and decides to treat herself and her friends to a well-deserved vacation. With high hopes for adventure and a taste of the good life, the foursome boards a grand cruise ship headed to the Caribbean, and a whirlwind week unfurls. In comical discord, they do their best to navigate the ship and keep up with the action. Fran and Sue Ellen make a drunken handshake deal, Janet gets a makeover, and Captain's Night turns into a fiasco. Aimee spills her secrets, a shore excursion goes off course, and an evening of karaoke proves empowering. By week's end, the ocean air is crackling with romance, the women having learned more about themselves than they could have ever imagined. And while not all is well in their world, they return to port triumphant and forever changed by a fierce sisterhood that will see them through anything.

It is the 1950s, a time when the post-war American family can finally enjoy peace and prosperity. The automobile industry has exploded and America is on the move in the family car. June and Doc Bullard are the long-time proprietors of Bullard's Motor Court, a neat row of quaint tourist cottages on Route 66 in southwest Missouri. Famous for their biscuits and their hospitality, the Bullards and their faithful cook, Bernice, have a thriving business going. But when a shady character by the name of Wendell Sutton comes along, the unsuspecting couple is conned into making a bad business decision - one which makes Wendell their boss and sets into motion a chain of unpredictable fiascos. When an unrelenting rainstorm maroons some of the guests, friendships form, romance blossoms, marriage vows are tested, and secrets unfold. While destinies are being altered, June and Doc face more anxiety over a new interstate coming through, which could mean only one of two things. Were they sitting on a gold mine, looking at a lifetime of prosperity, or would the motor court be bypassed, fading into obscurity on the side of the road? While "The Big Tickle" chronicles the very real story about the demise of mom-and-pop establishments along Route 66, it is more a story about friendship. With its nostalgic setting and a charming cast of characters, this lively story will tug at your emotions, make you laugh, and surprise you often...right up to its delightful conclusion.

No one expects to wake up deaf after an illness, but that's what happens to Jilly Bennett, a little girl from Arkansas. Her parents, Bobby and Miranda, and her grandparents, Keg and Joanne, are ordinary folks from Saline County, where horses are a way of life. The family rallies around Jilly in her time of need, making the necessary adjustments to assure her of a happy and productive life. But despite the strong family ties, trouble is brewing - personal turmoil that tests relationships and threatens to tear the sweet family apart.Spunky little Jilly leads us on an inspiring, emotionally-charged journey as she seeks independence and acceptance in a judgmental world. Her coming-of-age experiences will melt your heart, including her determination to attend public school and her unique ideas about love and romance. At the heart of the story is Jilly's companionship with an old, beaten-down horse called Rosemary, rescued from an abusive situation. And when Jilly befriends Edie Epperson, a neighbor with dementia who offers random inklings about her past, she is driven to start connecting the dots, all of which seem to lead back to Rosemary.Lynn Richardson tells the story in her easy-going, good-natured style, with the southern charm and spot-on humor that we've come to expect, complete with a delightful ending. Steel Bridge Road is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved a child, or a horse, or both.

Wilson and Libby Dandy are living out their retirement years in Mayflower, Arkansas, quite happy in a comfortable and predictable marriage, when a weary and bruised teenager appears one summer morning. Seemingly a runaway, the young man is allowed a drink from Wilson's garden hose and a plate of food from Libby's kitchen. Charmed by his mannerly disposition but troubled by the circumstances of his arrival, the elderly couple allows "Ben" to stay for a few days, doing chores in return for meals while sleeping in an abandoned treehouse. As they watch him at work in their garden, Wilson and Libby marvel at Ben's gardening skills and whisper about this sudden turn of events. An unlikely kinship develops as the unassuming young man fills a void in the couple's childless marriage. Growing fonder of their guest by the day, Wilson and Libby come to realize that there is no turning back - they are in it for the long haul. With fumbling determination and tender commitment, they resolve to help young Ben find his way in the world.Uncle Wilson is a story of courage and character and throwing caution to the wind. As you turn the pages of this lively and uplifting story, you are reminded that love has no limits and that there are far more good people in this world than there are bad. And of course, there's a dog. There's always a dog.

"Self-Portraits Through The Ages of Art History" is a course that provides context for English language learners so they may experience self-discovery through the venue of art. It is designed for young adults on the journey to college level and can be adapted to all educational levels. When art is incorporated into an ESOL core curriculum it enhances students' engagement, and comprehension, increases whole-brain activity, and challenges overall growth in their learning process. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify and recognize six periods of art history, learn new vocabulary, and be able to express their feelings through the written word, oral discussions, and experience self-discovery through the venue of art. They can make interdisciplinary connections as they explore the life and times of self-portrait artists and create their own art and self-portraits from the perspective of different time periods and artists.