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Making Choices is the first volume of the NASW Practice Resources Series. It offers a cognitive problem-solving approach to the urgent need for children to acquire competence in meeting the demands of childhood within social, school, and family parameters. Designed for children from kindergarten through middle school, Making Choices is especially appropriate for children whose behavior is impulsive, oppositional, or aggressive. Because a great deal of children's behavior is tied to problem solving, the authors give practitioners a program to help children solve instrumental and relational issues in differing social settings. Using a wealth of examples, role plays, games, and activities, this volume guides children in formulating goals for better social intervention. Immensely practical for today's social worker, Making Choices uses activities to help children in social situations build good relationships with peers and others. Special Features * Defines and illustrates cognitive problem-solving in a step-by-step approach * Provides guidance in helping children gain insight into social processes and building competence * Serves as a hands-on tool * Addresses the dynamics of group conditions and development in implementing the program * Describes interventions for weekly or session-by-session use * Uses most recent research in the field of child development

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In the colorful, tumultuous setting of postwar Argentina, Eva Peron wielded a power--spiritual and practical--that has few parallels outside of hereditary monarchy. In this "fascinating, frightening, straightforward" (Cleveland Plain Dealer) biography, Fraser and Navarro have produced "a work of great political sophistication. . . . Factual, nuanced, and absorbing" (Kirkus Reviews). Photos. ... Read more

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Definitive and just portrayal of Eva Peron
"Evita" by Marysa Navarro and Nicholas Fraser is by far the best biography of Evita ever written. Marysa Navarro is a professor of history and Nicholas Fraser is a journalist: the combination gives the reader a well researched book written in an accessible yet unique style. "Evita" sets out to destroy the myths surrounding Evita, and despite its brevity the book succeeds in that goal and then some. I have been studying Evita for many years but even I learned things and had misconceptions overturned by this book. I got a sense of Eva's true devotion to the people and her cause (the Foundation) to lift them up out of their disadvantaged, disenfranchised, impoverished existence. Her love of Peron was very evident, and I was nearly moved to tears by the love letter written on the plane ride to Europe. This book, besides providing engrossing, moving biographical details and dispelling myths, places Evita in the context of the times: reading through the opening chapters the reader is transported to an Argentina ruled by the Oligarchy, divided between the European cosmopolitan atmosphere of Buenos Aires, and the dusty poverty-striken pampas. By placing Evita in the context of Argentine life, I understood her actions, set against the political convolutions and class politics of the period. By the ending chapter that details her agonizing death, I actually had to set the book down for a few days. I was so emotionally connected to Evita, inspired by her social crusade, her zeal for change, and her adoration for Peron and the people, that the chronicles of her slow, public death was too much for me. But when I finished the book, I was impressed that such a small book contained so much. This book is an essential.

The best biography of Evita
When I was assigned to read this book I was afraid it was going to be a boring biography that went nowhere.I was pleasantly surprised at how well written and interesting her life is.Evita shaped the culture of Argentina and brought the country on the world stage. She was laughed at in the capitals of Europe on the Rainbow tour and her society was riddled with corruption.Her life is well shown here and it provides an excellent look into the culture of the country.Fraser's translation is very well done and Navarro's work is the definition of academic scholarship.For those who want to learn about Evita there is no better book.

La Razon di mi Vida - the violent myth of Eva Peron
One of the most misunderstood, adored, reviled women in the 20th century ... Eva Peron's fierce anger and rage against injustice fueled an ascent from third rate actress to First Lady supreme. Many myths, rumors, outright lies surround her legacy. This is one book that attempts to deconstruct it all.

Evita: The Real Life of Evita Peron
Very interesting and well written but somewhat biased toward Juan and Evita Peron. There was no mention of their Swiss bank accounts and little mention of the many schoolgirls (some as young as twelve years old) that he bedded after Evita's death.

The legend lives on
The book is written with a rather academic tone of detached interest. There are few personal opinions, and the position regarding Evita is neutral. This could be either an advantage or a drawback, for Evita was both worshipped and hated by millions. In the words of one Life reporter at her death, "They were genuine and deep and demonstrated that Evita, who had contributed so strongly to the totalitarianism and bankruptcy of her country, had also won its love." There's been a lot of controversy regarding her actions during the Peron presidency. She campaigned for her husband; she chaired numerous organizations to help the poor, and appeared on one end to be the giver of goodwill. On the other end of the spectrum, she got rid of all political enemies, spent lavishly.

In account of what she achieved in her life, it's really surprising to think that Eva had no education past the 8th grade; she arrived in Buenos Aires at the age of 15 with nothing but the clothes on her back, endured years of misfortune as an actress, to be permanently entombed as the savior, the termagant, the heroine, and villain, but always, Evita, the legend. In fact, at her death, the phrase, "permanently entombed" became rather literal. She was embalmed by Dr. Pedro Ara, Professor of anatomy, who specialized in what, at the time, he called, "the art of death". Years later, as Peron was ousted from power, her body, a monument of the age of Peronism, a symbol from which her supporters could rally, was hidden away by political rivals. The entire process increased the enigma that had always shrouded Eva, and will continue to do so into eternity.

As much as her biography does her no justice, it highlighted the main points in her life, gave information regarding her ambiguous past and even more ambiguous future, and was a wholly well written, well documented book. It's not a book for pleasure reading, even less for research. It's simply a book for a person who is curious about a subject and truly wants to learn. Because it has no plot, nor any high points of drama, it's not a book that has you "racing through the pages", but plowing stolidly through it. Eva Peron is strangely reminiscent of both "From Emperor to Citizen", the autobiography of last emperor of China, and "the Stories of my experiments with truth", the final work of Ghandi. Although both are written from different perspectives, both reflect the lives of national leaders, who during their time changed themselves and others. Today, Eva lays in an unmarked tomb in Recoleta Cemetery, supposedly bomb-proof, fire proof, and buglar proof. It reflects a fear, a fear that the body of the woman who had inspired so much hate, and love, would disappear, while the woman herself, or rather her insuppressible myth, would live on. ... Read more

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The extraordinary crisis in the eurozone poses an unprecedented challenge to the integrity of the European Union (EU). The International Institutions and Global Governance (IIGG) program asked experts on both sides of the Atlantic to assess its immediate and long-term implications for the continent's political and economic future. We were particularly interested in its likely impact on the future of the "European project"; on the shape of the European economy; on the attractiveness of the EU model of European integration; and on the EU's future as a global player. As the authors explored these questions, several fascinating themes emerged. ... Read more

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Kathleen Burke tells this tale as a memoir, and it is possible much of it is true . . . based on her personal experiences as a teacher and counselor . . . how much and exactly what we'll never know for sure. She is a very good writer and will grab and hold you throughout....check her out. You won't be disappointed and most likely pleasantly surprised by her style and the quality of writing.-Kaye Trout - Kaye Trout's Book ReviewsWhy is there a shortage of teachers in the United States? It's time for America's educators to speak out about the obstacles preventing them from achieving their goals.A Safe Position does so, while simultaneously weaving the tale of Shannon O'Grady, a teacher and counselor who struggles with the maze of the public educational system.As you watch Shannon experience all of life's sorrows and joys, you also get a glimpse of the challenges facing America's teachers - challenges that are rarely mentioned by the critics. Parents derive insights from Shannon's opinions. Instructors and counselors sympathize with her frustrations. Meet Thomas Hudson, the urbane intellectual; Johnny Mondragon, the dashing romantic; Grogan Mitler, the despotic leader; and Naomi Chevrolet, the naïve belle.Join Shannon on her final adventure to an unexpected destination. Her comments are provocative; her solutions, unconventional; but she faces the truth with a noble heart and a sense of humor.Other themes unfold as well: The issue of control, or the lack thereof, as a dominant force in the life cycle. The opposing compensations of all settings, either mundane or extraordinary. The symptoms of dysfunctional systems, whether they be within the family or society at large. And of course, safety. While this story is meant to initiate more dialogue regarding the true causes of student failure, it¿s also meant to entertain. So, kick off your shoes; sit back; take a break. Prepare to learn, shed a few tears, and share a couple of laughs.About the Author: Kathleen M. Burke was born in 1947.She attended the University of Michigan in 1965, earning a Liberal Arts Degree in Spanish and English.She later pursued a Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University.After teaching for several years in an area near Detroit, she moved to Austin, Texas, where she assumed a counseling position in one of the outlying districts.She remained there for twenty-two years until her retirement.During her career, she experienced many changes in the public school setting.She always regarded the education of our country's youth as a major priority.Currently, she resides in Texas, where she indulges in a variety of hobbies, including golf, music, travel, family, literature, and writing. ... Read more

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Kaye Trout's Review
"Kathleen Burke tells this tale as a memoir, and it is possible much of it is true...based on her personal experiences as a teacher andcounselor...how much and exactly what we'll never know for sure. She is a good writer and will graband hold you throughout....check her out.You won't be disappointed and most likely pleasantly surprised by her style and the quality of writing." ... Read more

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Title: Translating the Unspeakable: Poetry and the Innovative Necessity.
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