What a neat way to illustrate the concept of basic addition! Our kindergarten teacher read this book to the class and it provided an example to the children that adding numbers together can be done in a variety of ways: from simple to higher level thinking.

In my search for material to help those dying of lymphoma, I found many books for caregivers, for the bereaved, and for therapists who aid the dying, but only a few books that speak directly to the dying person. Weenolsen's book fills the gap.

The Art of Dying offers much information, including very practical information, for dealing with the end of life--information not present in many other books, most of which focus primarily on the spirituality of dying, and communicating with loved ones before you die. Although these are terribly important issues, practical advice about arranging finances, preparing advance directives to ensure for or against extraordinary resuscitation efforts, and learning what to expect in the last few moments of life are questions that have been addressed in few other books.

In particular, I appreciate Weenolsen's very pragmatic list of things not to say to children. For instance, she recommends you not say you're "just going to sleep," lest they develop a subsequent fear of sleeping.

If you're facing death soon, or if you believe that one ought to prepare to die at any time, this book will serve you well.

I thought my kids would never stop laughing! After we had read it, all I had to do in similar situations was remind them of Bernie - and they would laugh and relax about whatever they were losing their temper over. Definitely a good buy.

I read this book my little girl every now & then she love's it her name is Laura ..And yes I'm going to try to get my little girls school to order this book..

The author was a reporter in a small town south of Tampa when serial killer Bobby Joe Long held the city in hs evil grasp for nearly a year as he murdered 11 prostitutes. Bernie Ward has researched the life of serial killer Bobby Joe Long, including his abominable upbringing and his later crimes. Ward brings out the fact that Long was a serial rapist before graduating to serial murderer. This book is well-written and will hold your interest to the very end. Highly recommended.

...P>There is something so powerful in the simple and straightforward layout of this book, which is literally a dialogue between two people who are finding a peace with each other as they prepare for the inevitable death of one of them, that makes this more than just a book, but a window into human death, faith, love and grieving.

Even reading the book in pieces doesn't take away its power.

This book provided me with the perfect introduction to a fascinating subject. Bernie Graham writes in a chatty, accessible style, while at the same time getting across to the reader a great deal of well-sourced information.

The book uses plenty of real-life examples to illustrate how animals can help human beings cope with illness. As I work in the Mental-Health field I was particularly struck by the opening example of a young dog's part in improvement of the health of a man suffering from depression. It rang some very familiar bells, and it was good to have some of the scientific background explained concisely and in a refreshingly jargon-free manner.

Mr Graham has a clear empathy for both patients and animals, as well as a considered and reasonable approach. This is not a book that says 'get a cat and you'll be cured', but one which studies the part animals can play alongside more conventional treatments. For me, this means that the book takes you on a journey rather than tries to win you over, and is all the more convincing for it.

In places it reminded me of some of Oliver Sacks' books with all its keen observations and attention to detail, combined with its very human, life-affirming qualities. There's some good jokes, too.

The book didn't leave me feeling like an expert, but then it didn't try to. Rather it gave me a taste of the whole intruiging topic, and left me wanting to know and learn more. It was helpful, then, to find plenty of further resources and contacts listed at the end of the book.

In all, the perfect introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy, and ideal for anyone interested in animals and our relationships with them.

Most of us grew up loving the two "Bible stories" in Daniel: the Hebrew children in the fiery furnace and Daniel in the lions' den. In "Discernment From Daniel," Bernie Calaway takes us into the full press of the Bible's book of Daniel. Yes, the traditional stories are there, but the full richness of Daniel is uncovered as well. In his usual thorough style, Calaway helps us understand the historical perspective of everything Daniel
touches...from the ancient Babylonians, Hebrews, Greeks, Persians, and Romans to the exile itself.
But don't think you're only going to get history and stories. Daniel is a rich apocolyptic writing...Calaway's specialty. (See also his book "Revealing the Revelation"). If you've read the Bible before, test yourself: do you remember Daniel's vision of the statue, the great tree, and the four beasts? (Chapter 5.) Did you understand the references to the seventy weeks? (Chapter 6.) If it's a realation to Revelation you're looking for, hold onto your hat. Calaway doesn't only discuss it, he makes sure that you understand its relevence for today, right now, on the street where you live. (Chapter 7.) Appendices, a bibliography, and index complete the work.
Students of the Bible and seekers alike (not to mention the curious) will find "Discernment from Daniel" most worthy of their time.
Jan Roadarmel Ledford
Author, "The Cloning"

Although Fallout is in a comic book format it is serious history. The portraits are accurate. The events leading up to the bomb are covered in depth.

The account of the government's digraceful treatment of Oppenheimer is chilling, reminding us of how the people at the top here were much like the leaders in the USSR.

I came out of by-pass surgery with absolutely no idea where to begin changing the habits of 68 years and mad at the world for my situation! This book led me step by step and in a very natural and rational way into a healthier lifestyle. What began for me as a determination to have my own way and change nothing, turned around into a reasonable approach to the rest of my (and my husband's) life! His recipes are very good and his approach to the whole matter is sensible and gentle! I've just ordered another of his books!