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The Pulse: a December of hope & healing
The Pulse: a December of hope & healing As Montgomery County closes out a year marked by political turmoil, economic uncertainty and systemic challenges within the community, The Pulse dedicates its final episode of the year to something many are craving: hope, healing and human connection. In our last episode of the year, MCM’s news team shares powerful stories from across the county that highlight resilience in the face of division, illness and hardship.
Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, October 25, Vital Voices Global Partnership will host the 22nd Annual Global Leadership Awards to honor women leaders who have embraced the ‘Power of Possible.’ This year’s 2023 honorees are five trailblazing women whose life’s work revolves around advancing gender equality, social justice, and creating solutions to build a safer, more sustainable world.
Vital Voices Launches Female Filmmakers Initiative in Collaboration with Queen Latifah’s Queen Collective
Director talent and veteran producers from Queen Latifah’s filmmaking program tapped to lead storytelling of Vital Voices' 22nd Annual Global Leadership Awards /EIN News/ -- Washington, D.C., Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today Vital Voices, in collaboration with Grammy, Emmy, and Golden Globe-winning artist Queen Latifah, proudly announces efforts to bring more female filmmakers to the forefront of its storytelling efforts through a collaboration with Queen Collective.
Washington, D.C., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vital Voices Global Partnership proudly announces its honoree lineup for the 22nd Annual Global Leadership Awards on October 25, 2023 at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30pm ET. The honorees are women leaders who have set precedents and who exhibit the embodiment of our 2023 theme, the Power of Possible, through their unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality and social justice.
Ninja Nate
About The Book A boy adopting a ninja alter ego to cope with a new disability finds the courage to share all of himself in this action-packed and heartfelt picture book from the author of My Rainy Day Rocket Ship. Nathaniel, or, as his friends call him, Ninja Nate, has been dressing like a ninja all summer long—even sleeping in his suit. And he doesn’t plan on stopping for his first day of fifth grade, especially when he has been hiding his robotic leg under his ninja costume.
Ninja Nate by Markette Sheppard, Robert Paul Jr., Hardcover
A boy adopting a ninja alter ego to cope with a new disability finds the courage to share all of himself in this action-packed and heartfelt picture book from the author of My Rainy Day Rocket Ship. Nathaniel, or, as his friends call him, Ninja Nate, has been dressing like a ninja all summer long—even sleeping in his suit. And he doesn’t plan on stopping for his first day of fifth grade, especially when he has been hiding his robotic leg under his ninja costume.
Ninja Nate
About The Book A boy adopting a ninja alter ego to cope with a new disability finds the courage to share all of himself in this action-packed and heartfelt picture book from the author of My Rainy Day Rocket Ship. Nathaniel, or, as his friends call him, Ninja Nate, has been dressing like a ninja all summer long—even sleeping in his suit. And he doesn’t plan on stopping for his first day of fifth grade, especially when he has been hiding his robotic leg under his ninja costume.
Ninja Nate
A boy adopting a ninja alter ego to cope a new disability finds the courage to share all of himself in this action-packed and heartfelt picture book from the author of My Rainy Day Rocket Ship. Nathaniel, or, as his friends call him, Ninja Nate, has been dressing like a ninja all summer long—even sleeping in his suit. And he doesn’t plan on stopping for his first day of fifth grade, especially when he has been hiding his robotic leg under his ninja costume.
My Rainy Day Rocket Ship
Illustrator: Charly Palmer Price: $17.99 In stock Overview Told in rhyming text, a young African American boy, stuck inside on a rainy day, uses his imagination to create a rocket ship out of a rocking chair and takes off on an trip to a distant planet.
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My Rainy Day Rocket Ship
Markette Sheppard is an Emmy Award–winning journalist and children’s book author. Her bestselling debut book, What Is Light?, inspired children to discover the light within through everyday surroundings. Markette is also founder of The GLOW Brands, LLC, a media company aimed at illuminating perspectives around the world.
What Is Light?
This lyrical and luminously illustrated picture book explores the beauty of the everyday moments in a child’s world. Light can be so many things! The twinkle of a faraway star, a firefly captured in a jar, a mother’s love, a turtle dove... Through this thoughtful and celebratory book, young readers will discover the special glow in everything from nature to the smiles of loved ones. Each page reveals a different sparkle found in a child’s simple but extraordinary world.
My Rainy Day Rocket Ship - by Markette Sheppard (Hardcover)
Markette Sheppard is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and children's book author. Her bestselling debut book, What Is Light? , inspired children to discover the light within through everyday surroundings. Markette is also founder of The GLOW Brands, LLC, a media company aimed at illuminating perspectives around the world.
STUDY: Too much social media bad for teen mental health
GREAT-DAY-WASHINGTON Cyberbullying impacts sleep and physical activity WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — In a first-of-its-kind study of almost 10,000 teenagers in the United Kingdom, the fears of many parents the world over are being validated: too much social media is bad for you. Mental health, in particular, was the focus of the study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Healththis August.
Refreshing shrimp ceviche recipe that's easy to make
GREAT-DAY-WASHINGTON Get the famous recipe from the chef at Clare & Don's Beach Shack in Falls Church WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Chef Rebecca Tax's ceviche recipe is a refreshing summer appetizer and easy-to-make dish. It's on the menu everyday at her restaurant, Clare & Don's Beach Shack in Falls Church, Va., but here's how you can make it yourself at home...
What Is Light?
What Is Light? by Markette Sheppard, Cathy Ann Johnson Light can be so many things! The twinkle of a faraway star, a firefly captured in a jar, a mother’s love, a turtle dove . . . Lyrical text and crisp, cheerful illustrations illuminate What Is Light?, each page revealing the sparkle found in a child’s simple but extraordinary world. Young readers will enjoy discovering the special glow in everything from nature to the smiles of loved ones.
5 savvy mom must-haves for Amazon Prime Day
Deep discounts are everywhere in celebration of the best 30 hours of online shopping this summer, also known as Amazon Prime Day. For busy moms, this is a time when you can stock up on goods at a fraction of the price in order to help you keep your household and financial house in order.
Mom at the Movies: Family-friendly July 4th box office
WASHINGTON - Fourth of July weekend is kicking off with a bang as two family-friendly comedies are hitting the box office today. Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler’s The House promises big laughs as the two Saturday Night Live alum portray The Johansens, two dedicated parents who open up an illegal gaming operation in their suburban house in order to pay for the daughter’s sky-high college tuition. “I really like being with my kids,” said Poehler to Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier.
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