Dads Win Prizes

A further 24 Treetops titles in Oxford Reading Tree's series of fiction with built-in progression for pupils aged 7 to 11. Specially written for children who need the support of carefully monitored language levels, the stories are accessible, motivating, and humorous. The series is organizedinto Oxford Reading Tree stages (from Stage 10 to Stage 15), with each stage introducing more complex narrative forms, including flashbacks and changes in viewpoint; descriptive writing; extended reading vocabulary; and more pages, more text, and fewer illustrations. Each stage is supported by the Teacher's Guide, which offers guidance on using Treetops within the framework of the National Literacy Strategy and includes activities on photocopiable sheets.

New York Times–Bestselling Authors: A smile-worthy illustrated book that celebrates the caring fathers in our lives. On Father’s Day, Dad’s birthday, or any other day of the year, this book explores two hundred reasons to treasure those only-with-Dad moments, from getting much-needed advice to learning a new recipe, building a tree fort, taking a long walk together, sharing inside jokes, or just getting a big hug. Featuring the prize-winning authors’ signature sweet illustrations and friendly tone, this collection celebrates all the personal moments, big and small, that we love to share with Dad.

A powerful and compelling new voice in Christian publishing, with a message urgently needed by today's Christian men. Every man encounters significant struggles in life—struggles that result in poor choices and decisions. Frequently these mistakes can be traced back to a common problem—a father who (even unintentionally) failed to provide counsel or a positive role model. In What Every Man Wishes His Father Had Told Him, author Byron Yawn offers vital input many men wished they had received during their growing-up years. This collection of 30 simple principles will help men to... Identify and fill the gaps that occurred in their upbringing Benefit from the hard-earned wisdom of others so they don't make mistakes Prepare their own sons for the difficult challenges of life The 30 principles in this book are based in Scripture and relevant to every man. They include affection, courage, balance, consistency, and more. A true must-read!

Dad, Win Without a Lawyer, written by Canadian family law pioneer Carey Linde, is the undisputed bible for self-represented parents serious about being actively involved in their child's life. You wouldn't want to perform your own heart surgery but you sure can do a good job - perhaps the best - speaking from your heart on behalf of your own children in a court of law. There is no person better at any fee. You are your own best advocate. Dad, Win Without a Lawyer will help you survive the legal process and assist you in becoming a more creative, purposeful, and compassionate parent. His revealing book is primarily aimed at fathers, but Carey's work is useful for any parent - mother or father - who is being pushed out of their children's lives by the other parent. Whether you have just separated from the mother of your children and the court process is ahead of you, or you are in the court process now, or this life-changing event is behind you, the key message of Dad, Win Without a Lawyer is the same: Every misfortune is an opportunity in disguise. Dad, Win Without a Lawyer takes the reader on a journey that will not only make you a stronger person in court but a stronger person in life and a better overall parent. Contained in the pages of this insightful manual are strategies, tactics, and tips from many decades litigating in the gauntlets of court, negotiating on courthouse steps, and mediating family disputes. But success in family court requires more than a clever legal strategy. It also requires a healthy body and mind. Good parents are mentally stable and present themselves as such in court. Without emotional stability and your eye on the correct ball, the court biases against fathers and the maneuvers of opposing lawyers can keep you from your children. It's absolutely critical you bring your very best game to court. Key to being at the top of your game is emotional stability, conviction of purpose, positive energy, and a respect for the role of the mother in your child's life. When you walk into the courtroom, it must be with a mental attitude imbued with self-knowledge, enabling you to put aside the pain, losses and failures so that you can become the father your child needs. Like Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Carey Linde' s inspiring book speaks to a great deal more than its title suggests, to more than people with only legal problems. It is a primer for any person with the will to rise up out of the shadows of despair however caused to higher self-awareness.

Dr. Campbell takes us into his life, first as a son, then as a father, sharing his profound insights on the question What is an involved father?

The one book you will ever need on how to be great dad. Including clear strategies on everything from being a hero to your kids to communication to discipline, this is the one book fathers will ever need. It's encouraging and affirming and to the point, with comments like: 'Men are such a necessary part of the parenting team because they believe in the three Rs: Rules, Routines, Ridiculousness.' Fathers Who Dare Win was first self-published in 2000, and now Ian Grant has updated and revised it for today's generation of fathers. Much of the original content remains highly relevant but there are new aspects for today's fathers to deal with — the internet, Facebook and Twitter; strategies for the estranged dad; the importance of a father in his daughter's life, and in his son's life; smart strategies for how to love the mother of your children; and much more. In Ian's characteristic straight-talking way he offers lots of advice, tips and strategies for being the best father you can. Ian speaks from experience as the father of three and grandfather of eleven, but he also mines the research to deliver well founded and practical advice.

The quirky and charming illustrated book for the #1 man in your life—dad!—is complete with all of the facts, fun, and knowledge he needs to become the King of Dads. Let’s face it: no one ever knows what sort of present to get their dad, whether it’s his birthday, Chanukah, Christmas, Father’s Day, or even just a little nudge to remind him you care. And you’ll probably just get him a book anyway. So what to do? Well the one solution to this perennial problem is here. This Is the Book You Give Your Dad is the fitting purchase for Dad, no matter the occasion. This paper-over-board little illustrated gift book is brimming with wit and wisdom—just like dad!—including how to give a toast for any occasion and a quick history of the polo shirt and the periodic table of beer and even ideal lawn mowing patterns. There’s even a customizable dedication page where you can add a personal touch. While the advice, tips, and how-to’s in the book range from practical to humorous the information is sure to please Dad’s aesthetic taste. This Is the Book You Give Your Dad is one-stop shopping for the guy who deserves only the very, very best.

Working Dad is the first book for you, the dad who wants to be successful both at work and in fatherhood. This book is for dads by dads, everything in here is related back to you the dad. This is not a book about bringing up children, this is not about how to potty train toddlers, this book is one hundred percent for you, the dad or the dad-to-be. This book gives you the techniques and methods to earn more money, have more time to spend with your child and how to make sure you all enjoy your quality time together. 'Working Dad' gives you techniques to analyse how your current choices around work life balance are contributing to your lifestyles and how to identify those that empower you and those that drain away your energy, time and money. Through these techniques you will be able to dictate the work life balance that you want. Working dad is actually meant for both parents, this book is for anyone who works long hours, maybe weekends and travels away for work. The author shares his own experiences and those of many other parents who travel away for work. The book gives you methods to sustain your relationship with your child/children while you are away for long periods. I'll show you how you can find balance between every facet of your relationship with your child/children and your career without having to sacrifice time and energy on either. In the book you will discover how to create pockets of time and energy to fulfil your dreams and ambitions. 'Working Dad' will give you valuable techniques to get more done in less time that fit around your timetable and task list. This book will show you strategies of how you can maximise your money to make it go further, how to grow your money and how to earn more money whilst working fewer hours. 'Working Dad' will show you how you can be more valuable to your company, how you can use emerging technology to boost your productivity and how you can compete in the office on less sleep and less energy than your co-workers. Chapter titles include: How to survive your paternity leave Multitasking - how to do it effectively Getting your kids involved in the to-do list The rat race is going on with or without you Work less - earn more Spare time - getting though your to do list faster Waiting for an opportunity versus creating an opportunity Keeping up with the Joneses Travelling away for work When your partner doesn't have time for you When you don't have time for your partner When you want different things out of life for your kids Secondary and passive incomes Long form money Opportunity Costs Get ready to see how you can earn more money than ever and have plenty of time to spend with your children. The author himself has two children aged four and one at the time of publishing. He has forged a successful career working as a VFX artist on such projects as Harry Potter 3, 4 and 5, Batman Begins, Riddick, Pirates!, Alien vs Predator as well as being one of the main suppliers of CG animation for the London 2012 Olympics. Like many in the VFX industry the author has spent many months away travelling for work, throughout he maintained his relationship with his kids. The author will show you how you can use technology while away to communicate and maintain teaching your children letters and numbers and how to use your time at home to make sure that you enjoy the time you have with your kids.

This Little Golden Book all about Daddies' day at work is the perfect story to share with Dad's everywhere! In a charming rhyme, this 1953 Little Golden Books asks, "What do daddies do all day? Daddies work while children play." It shows daddies working in all kinds of careers, from farming to teaching to even singing in the opera! And it assures children that at the end of the workday, "by taxi, train, by car and bus, Daddy rushes home—to us!" Illustrated by Tibor Gergely, who brought the beloved Little Golden Book characters Scuffy the Tugboat and Tootle to life.

Jackie's dad is good at everything, apart from baking cakes. In Dads Win Prizes he needs to learn to bake, and fast, if he's going to win Jackie a bike in a cake competition. Can a TV chef teach Dad to bake? TreeTops Fiction contains engaging novels from top authors and illustrators with the variety children need to develop a love of reading!