After a night of excessive drinking, Kevin Brooks made the poor decision to get in his car and drive home. It was a decision that would permanently alter the lives of everyone he knew. Upon waking from the crash he learned the heartbreaking news that he had a passenger in the car with him. He didn't make it, and as for Kevin he was forever paralyzed from the chest down. Now what? This is a journey of guilt and self redemption. Kevin learns that just because his body is paralyzed, his spirit can't be handicapped. Unable to walk he now uses his voice to stand up and positively impact others. Just Wiggle Your Toes tells the story of Kevin Brooks from the perspective of the lives around him. Through personal interviews we learn what it was like for him, his family and friends to deal with such a horrific accident that could happen to any one of us. Beyond that is Kevin's message of hope for teens as he becomes one of the greatest inspirational speakers in North America and the countless lives he saved just by telling this story. Written in colloquial language, Just Wiggle Your Toes speaks directly to the reader in a fun fresh manner. This book will have you laughing and crying with each turning page.

"This book teaches yoga practice to help plus-size women find deeper self-love and empowerment, as well as freedom, comfort, strength, and mobility in their bodies. It provides an overview of common poses, with detailed information about how to use props to create levels of support and ways to find accessible challenges to meet your body where it is"--

Colt Stanton has just fallen in love with Molly when he finds out his family is responsible for inadvertently releasing a killer fish into a New York State river. Together, they try to save the populace from flesh-eating fish while also finding their way through their new romance.

Lead older adults in creative drama activities. This practical handbook provides step-by-step instructions for conducting over 50 introductory activities to stimulate the senses, awaken the imagination, activate body movement, encourage interaction, and stimulate verbal communication with the elderly. Written primarily for activity, recreation, and program directors of community/day care centers and in retirement homes who have some interest in drama but no formal training, Drama Activities With Older Adults features a wide array of group work skills. A number of complete model session plans are included which feature objectives, lists of materials needed, procedures for setting up the dramatic situation, and methods for evaluation.

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The first book to offer a somatic movement education curriculum adapted to the unique needs of adolescents Susan Bauer presents a groundbreaking curriculum for teaching teens how to integrate body and mind, enhance kinesthetic intelligence, and develop the inner resilience they need to thrive, now and into adulthood. Designed for educators, therapists, counselors, and movement practitioners, The Embodied Teen presents a pioneering introductory, student-centered program in somatic movement education. Using the student's own body as the lab through which to learn self-care, injury prevention, body awareness, and emotional resilience, Bauer teaches basic embodiment practices that establish the foundation for further skill development in sports, dance, and leisure activities. Students learn the basics of anatomy and physiology, and unlearn self-defeating habits that impact body image and self-esteem. By examining their cultural perceptions, they discover their body prejudices, helping them to both respect diversity and gain compassion for themselves and others. Concise and accessible, the lessons presented in this book will empower teens as they navigate the volatile physical and emotional challenges they face during this vibrant, powerful stage of life.

A Life Well Lived By: Robert Byrum Robert has lived a full life of action, adventure, friendships and lots of laughter. In this memoir, A Life Well Lived, he looks back and recounts all of the memories and experiences that have made his life unique. The hardships of growing up as a young boy during the depression; high school and college escapades; the Korean war, getting established in his profession, retirement and the challenge of moving to Montana are recorded with humorous experiences. Following his passion for living and adventure has allowed him and his wife Nancy to travel the world, witnessing other lands and people. They have enjoyed their opportunities to fish, hunt and compete with their Labrador Retrievers and these experiences are included in what is a remarkable life’s story.