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"Dream Big - The Roy Clay Story"
"Dream Big - The Roy Clay Story"
"Through My Small Eyes" The Story of Bibi Sakina (A.S)
Through My Small Eyes - The Story of Bibi Sakina is a deeply moving, first-person narrative that tells the tragedy of Karbala through the innocent yet heart-wrenchingly perceptive voice of Bibi Sakina, the young daughter of Imam Hussain (AS).The story begins in the peaceful home of the Ahlul Bayt in Madina, where Sakina's life is filled with love, faith, and the warmth of family. Through her tender recollections, readers meet the key figures in her world-her compassionate father, her gentle mother Lady Rubab, her protective uncle Hazrat Abbas, her siblings, and her aunts, especially the brave Lady Zainab. These early scenes are rich with joy and familial bonds, making the later events even more devastating.As the family leaves Madina, the narrative shifts to the harsh reality of the journey through the desert, the tense encounters with opposing forces, and the eventual arrival in Karbala. Through Sakina's "small eyes," we see the growing danger, the tightening siege, and the unbearable thirst faced by the camp of Imam Hussain. The account of Ashura-the final day-is portrayed with both emotional restraint and piercing detail, as loved ones depart for battle and never return. The loss of Hazrat Abbas and the infant Ali Asghar are described with particular poignancy, their absence felt through a child's grief-stricken confusion and longing.The second half of the story follows Sakina and the surviving women and children after the massacre: their homes burned, possessions looted, and themselves taken captive. The brutal journey to Kufa and Shaam exposes the cruelty of the captors and the humiliation inflicted upon the family of the Prophet. In Shaam, the scenes in Yazid's court reveal both the tyranny of the oppressors and the unshakable courage of Lady Zainab and Imam Sajjad (AS).The narrative reaches its most heartrending point in the dark prison of Damascus, where Sakina's health declines under the weight of physical abuse, thirst, and grief. Her final moments are filled with visions of her father, grandmother, and the peace she longed for since leaving Madina. She dies quietly in captivity, buried without shroud or call to prayer, leaving behind a legacy of innocence, patience, and truth that transcends her short life.Ultimately, the story is more than a recounting of historical events-it is a deeply personal testament to love, faith, and resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. By filtering the events of Karbala through the voice of a child, it brings the human cost of oppression into sharp focus and ensures that Bibi Sakina's memory lives on as a symbol of hope and justice.
'Ya ne poputchik...': Thomas Mann i Sovetskii Soyuz
Vo vremja jemigracii v USA s 1938 po 1952 gody Tomas Mann, kak i mnogie drugie evropejskie immigranty, nahodilsja pod nabljudeniem amerikanskih sluzhb bezopasnosti.Menee izvestnym ostaetsja tot fakt, chto namnogo ran'she za nim nachali vnimatel'no nabljudat' kompetentnye sluzhby Sovetskogo Sojuza.Obstojatel'stva ego zhizni i tvorchestva byli im horosho izvestny eshhe s dvadcatyh godov.V chem prichina stol' pristal'nogo interesa Sovetov k 'burzhuaznomu' pisatelju-modernistu? Interes byl obojudnym. Otnoshenie k revoljucii i sovetskoj vlasti uzhe s 1917 goda vo mnogom opredeljalo vzgljady Tomasa Manna.Zadacha dannoj knigi - v chastnosti, na osnove maloizvestnyh arhivnyh materialov vyjavit' prichiny i motivy 'platonicheskoj', no nerazryvnoj svjazi mezhdu avtorom 'Volshebnoj gory' i sovetskim gosudarstvom.
(M)other
Two mothers, a son, a world full of love.No, my son doesn't have a father!From the delivery room to the classroom, a woman whosemotherhood is questi oned explains: her son doesn't have afather, but he's got two moms. She is the other mother.A (m)other, but there was only room for one on the birth certificate. In the minds of some adults and kids, however, a father figure must be found.Adapted from a 2018 CBC Poetry Prize shortlisted poem, this book tells, with tenderness and accuracy, the difficulties thathomoparental families face in being accepted for who they are: loving families.video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3Su3F5FfpQ&feature=youtu.be
10 Women Adventurers Who Reached the Top
100 Hispanics You Should Know
Meet 100 Hispanics from around the world and throughout history who have lived amazing lives. This guide covers well known celebrities, such as actress Rita Moreno, activist César Chavéz, and musician Pablo Casals as well as more obscure individuals, such as Ellen Ochoa (inventor and first Hispanic female astronaut), Agustin Lara (a renowned Mexican composer), and Jose Capablanca (one of the greatest chess players of all times). Many of these individuals have made significant contributions to science, literature, politics, and other fields of human endeavour. Some more notorious, but equally fascinating characters are included as well. Brief biographical sketches are accompanied by bibliographies of resources, where readers can find more information. Grades 6-12.
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1000 Facts About American Presidents
Donald Trump bought a nightclub from a hitman.George Washington lost nearly every battle he was involved in.George W. Bush used to be a cheerleader.Joe Biden had brain surgery twice in the same year.It's likely Thomas Jefferson suffered from Asperger's Syndrome.Obama's first job was selling ice-cream. John Adams' dog was called Satan.Theodore Roosevelt used to Judo sweep people in public if he got bored.John Wilkes Booth's brother saved Abraham Lincoln's son's life.JFK used crutches in private due to his chronic back problems.Richard Nixon used poker winnings to fun his presidential campaign.Jimmy Carter wrote a children's book called The Little Baby Snoogle-Fleejer.Ronald Reagan nearly appeared in Back to the Future III.Only one president has died from cancer.There was supposed to be a Super Nintendo game about Bill Clinton's cat, Socks.
101 Black Inventors and their Inventions
Come and meet 101 of the world's greatest Black inventors ranging from superb scientists to incredible innovators to exciting entrepreneurs who changed the face of technology and design! 101 Black Inventors and their Inventions introduces you to 101 groundbreaking historical and modern-day Black inventors.This beautifully illustrated book will take you on a journey to discover the lives of these inspirational inventors and how they came to impact the world with their unique ideas. From Gerald Lawson's home video game console that led to the Xbox and PlayStation to Annie Malone's haircare products which led her to become a millionaire, read and be amazed at just how much these real-life superheroes achieved in the face of adversity and, at times, discrimination paving the way for future generations.Delve into 101 Black Inventors and their Inventions and have a think about what inventions you might like to invent.
101+ Southeast Asians Kids Should Know
Dive into an extraordinary voyage across the Southeast Asian landscape, where tales of ambition, creativity, and legacy await. This isn't just a collection of stories; it's a tapestry of dreams woven with threads of perseverance, resilience, and genius. From bustling streets in Manila to serene shores in Bali, you'll encounter individuals whose innovations have echoed across continents, cultures, and generations. Perfectly crafted for young minds between the ages of 7 to 12, each chapter unveils the world of a Southeast Asian icon. Discover the challenges they faced, the fires that fueled their passion, and the remarkable inventions they brought to life. It's a blend of history, culture, and inspiration that illuminates the human spirit's boundless potential. But this book is not just about the past-it's a bridge to the future. Young readers will find reflections of their own dreams, aspirations, and potential in these pages. They'll realize that within them lies the same spark that propelled these innovators to greatness. Thoughtfully written, with a friendly and conversational tone, it's an exploration that enriches understanding, fosters pride in heritage, and lights up pathways to the future. Gift your young reader a compass for life's adventures, showing that brilliance has no boundaries and that dreams, big or small, can become tomorrow's groundbreaking realities.
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