Hardback. New. Since the period dealt with is a time of transition from the ancient to Medieval world it is particularly helpful to have a book that shows how these two worlds were intimately linked from a cultural point of view prior to the political separation brought about by the Arab conquests in the seventh century."-Sebastian Brock Oxford University hardcover
N/A. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; This critical edition and annotated translation of metrical homilies attributed to Isaac of Antioch includes twenty texts the majority of which are examples of the Syriac rebuke genre. The introduction provides the first detailed study unknown
N/A. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; This critical edition and annotated translation of metrical homilies attributed to Isaac of Antioch includes twenty texts the majority of which are examples of the Syriac rebuke genre. The introduction provides the first detailed study unknown
Hardback. New. Shows that Americans through their missionaries had a strong hand in the development of one of the Middle East's most intriguing groups: the modern Assyrians. This book details the history of Christian minority and influence American missionaries had on them. It unveils a relationship between modern global contact and more. hardcover
Hardback. New. When educators are challenged to address problem student behaviors the question in their minds should never be "What's the right punishment" Instead this book describes the benefits to both teachers and students of using a relational discipline approach. The author draws on deep experiences as a teacher coach and school principal to show how discipline done right can help students to grow in self-management and responsibility. Listening to students and getting to know them are key to helping them to see consequences and make good choices. The author includes sample teacher-student dialogs with actual words to use to deflect power struggles develop positive relationships and keep kids accountable without fostering resentment. Frank shares guidelines that have already helped hundreds of grateful teachers to avoid the frustration and discouragement that often occur when working with student misbehavior. Featuring enlightening stories and situation-specific strategies Non-Punitive School Discipline will help K-12 teachers school administrators and support staff experience the joy and satisfaction that can come when students grow in positive ways.Book Features: Provides guidance for how to handle minor and major misbehaviors. Promotes discipline that includes accountability within a non-punitive restorative and relational approach. Shows how schools can foster relationships that lead to positive growth for every student even those who present problem behaviors. Ready-to-use forms and practical strategies to aid in implementation. hardcover