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Level-up your basketball coaching skills with this practical collection of drills, advice, and tips Looking for an easy-to-read and fun guide to teaching basketball that will help you keep your players engaged, learning, and having a blast? Coaching Basketball For Dummies delivers proven, practical explanations and tips – including basic drills, strategies for safely dealing with player injuries, maintaining player engagement, and running an effective practice – for coaching basketball teams at a variety of age levels. You’ll find useful techniques on everything from planning and managing practices, supporting the mental health of your young players, and how to help individual team members recover from shooting slumps and rough patches in their play. The book also includes: Powerful tips for improving basketball fundamentals in players of all agesExercises and advice to help you become a more supportive coachTechniques to build camaraderie and trust amongst your players and between you and your team Perfect for beginning youth basketball coaches, with a particular focus on people coaching kids between the ages of 5 and 16, Coaching Basketball For Dummies is also a can’t-miss strategy guide for experienced coaches interested in picking up some proven, hands-on tips to improve their coaching skills.

Provides a practical plan to break unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns for lasting change Many people struggle with thoughts and reactions that feel overwhelming, repetitive, or out of proportion—yet don’t always understand why. Breaking Negative Thinking Patterns Step by Step offers a clear, evidence-based framework to recognise and transform these recurring emotional and behavioural patterns, known as “modes.” Drawing on schema therapy and the latest clinical research, Hannie van Genderen guides readers through a five-step process designed to identify unhelpful modes, understand their origins, and develop healthier, more balanced ways of responding to life’s challenges. Through the relatable stories of Sarah, Martin, and Nora, readers learn to see how modes influence their emotions and relationships—and how meaningful change is possible. Each step of the process includes structured guidance, real-world examples, and practical exercises that encourage self-awareness, resilience, and emotional growth. Whether used independently or alongside a therapist, this book empowers readers to create lasting transformation by strengthening their healthy adult mode and nurturing self-compassion. Showing that change is achievable—not by fighting behavioural patterns, but by understanding and reshaping them, Breaking Negative Thinking Patterns Step by Step: Introduces a clinically grounded plan for identifying and changing negative modesIntegrates the latest insights from schema therapy and psychological researchIllustrates each stage of the transformation processIncludes worksheets to support self-guided or therapist-assisted changeExplains how to maintain progress and prevent relapse through ongoing self-reflectionOffers strategies to strengthen healthy emotional patterns and balanced thinking Combining scientific insight, professional expertise, and deep empathy, Breaking Negative Thinking Patterns Step by Step is a must-have for individuals seeking to better understand and manage their emotions and behaviour. It is also a valuable resource for therapists using schema therapy or related approaches, professionals in mental health and wellbeing roles, and undergraduate and postgraduate students in clinical psychology, counselling, and psychotherapy courses.

Your go-to guide for understanding the often-misunderstood science of histamine reactions Histamine Response For Dummies explores one of the body’s most powerful chemical messengers. This book breaks down the basics of allergic reactions, and it explains why histamine response is about much more than just allergies. Written in a style that’s easy to grasp and medically sound, this engaging book brings clarity to a topic that’s often buried in jargon or distorted by internet myths. Inside, you’ll find symptom checklists, tracking tools, and practical strategies for getting relief. Find out what histamine does—and why it matters far beyond allergiesLearn how histamine intolerance differs from allergic reactions and other conditionsDiscover the role of food, stress, and lifestyle in histamine balanceGet guidance for talking to healthcare providers and finding the support you need Whether you’re managing mysterious symptoms, supporting someone who is, or just curious about how your body works, this Dummies guide offers answers you can trust.

Navigate food allergies with confidence Living with food allergies shouldn’t mean living in fear. Food Allergies For Dummies puts you back in control with the practical knowledge you need to protect yourself and your loved ones while reclaiming your peace of mind. You’ll finally understand what’s really happening in your body, learn to spot warning signs before they escalate, and gain the confidence to handle everything from grocery shopping to dining out. Get insider knowledge on reading labels like a pro, avoiding cross-contamination traps, and having productive conversations with your doctor about your specific needs. Plus, you'll discover how to cut through the noise and focus on what actually works. Find step-by-step instructions for handling allergic reactions and medical emergenciesGet evidence-based insight into causes, symptoms, and treatment options Adopt strategies for mitigating allergy risks in everyday situations No more walking on eggshells around food. This is your roadmap to living safely without sacrificing the experiences that matter most.

Meet Earth’s Mightiest Heroes! You may be a fan of the Avengers, but can you name the original members of the team? Avengers For Dummies is your guide to this legendary super hero team. Discover the many characters who joined the team throughout the years and explore the multiple spinoffs that keep the story going. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics and featuring full-color art taken directly from the Marvel Comics archives, this fun and friendly guide will introduce you to the Avengers, their biggest foes, and their most epic battles. Get to know the human side of these formidable heroes and learn about their greatest loves and internal team struggles. Between their powerful abilities, dramatic storylines, and relatable flaws, discover how the Avengers and their fandom has grown in strength for generations. Discover the origins of the Avengers, including which heroes suited up firstSee how the Avengers’ mission, alliances, and lineup have changed over timeExplore the character arcs and how the story of the Avengers has evolvedLearn about their greatest battles and major enemies For the avid Avengers collector or the familiar fan looking to dive into the essential storylines, Avengers For Dummies has you covered!

An exciting and inspirational guide to manifesting your deepest desires and most ambitious goals Ready to embrace the person you really are and create the future you’ve always deserved? Manifestation For Dummies walks you through the steps you can take today to develop a relationship with the universe. Generate healthy balance and create a path to sustainable change that can benefit you and the people you care about the most. Packed with practical guidance and simple, clear, and relevant techniques to help you make your goals a reality, these strategies are backed by science and research. The result is a life defined by abundance instead of scarcity and limitation. Inside: Manifest wealth, health, and fulfilling relationships with people ready to acknowledge your self-worthBuild confidence and dream bigger Specific strategies to help you attract the ideal partner, manifest a healthy life, and practice unwavering abundance Perfect for anyone ready to improve their life, achieve their goals, and build a life of intentional co-creation, Manifestation For Dummies is a powerful and exciting new way to approach your health, wealth, and relationships.

Navigate the pressures of modern parenting through a more balanced and fulfilling approach Written by renowned therapist and parenting expert Dr. Maggie C. Vaughan, Beyond Perfect: How Overwhelmed Parents Can Break Free from Performance Culture is a transformative parenting guide that addresses the pressures of modern parenting. It introduces the FIRE approach—Flexibility, Individuality, Resilience, and Empathy—to help parents foster genuine connections and emotional intelligence in their children. Unlike other parenting books that focus solely on outcomes and achievements, Beyond Perfect emphasizes the importance of emotional wellbeing and relational values. Readers will find: Tips for maintaining healthy self-esteem and a balance between living competitively vs. collaborativelyPractical strategies to reduce anxiety and burnout, ensuring both parents and children thriveWays to juggle sports, academics, or other extracurricular activities without making children feel like their self-worth is defined solely by their accomplishmentsRelatable stories and expert insights from Dr. Vaughan’s extensive clinical career Beyond Perfect is an essential read for parents with children from elementary school to college age who feel overwhelmed by the demands of raising children in a competitive culture and are seeking a more balanced, fulfilling approach.

A fun and easy introduction to rodeo competitions and cowboy culture If you’ve ever wanted to know more about the wild and exciting world of rodeo, now’s your chance. In Rodeo For Dummies, experienced Western competitor Amanda Devan walks you through the ins and outs of the rodeo experience, including the culture, traditions, events, and groups that define American rodeo. You’ll learn all about bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, and more. Devan explains the most prominent rodeo associations and organizations you can join and follow, as well as the histories of some of rodeo’s most famous cowboys and cowgirls. She describes the cowboy code, cowboy lingo, traditional fashion and gear, and more – even if it IS your first rodeo. Inside the book: A comprehensive guide to understanding scoring, animal welfare, and the prominent rodeo associations who make it all happenExplanations of important parts of rodeo culture, including the traditions, superstitions, fashion, and the lifestyleEasy ways to connect with the rodeo community in your area Perfect for everyone curious about the sport of rodeo, cowboy culture, and the rich history of this uniquely American pastime, Rodeo For Dummies is an easy-to-follow and complete exploration that’s perfect for every beginner.

Real world strategies to co-parent like a pro Co-Parenting For Dummies shows you how to build a rock-solid foundation for your kids, no matter what your relationship looks like right now. You'll discover proven approaches that actually work in the messy, complicated world of real life—all centered on improving communication between co-parents and working together instead of against each other. Plus, you'll learn how to handle those inevitable clashes over different parenting styles and master stress-reduction strategies for navigating holidays, weddings, and other special events. The book also covers essential self-care strategies to keep you sane and expert guidance on designing workable parenting plans tailored to your children's specific needs. You’ll also find: Strategies for crafting a co-parenting plan that actually sticks Smart tactics for diffusing tension (without losing your mind)Practical ways to blend different parenting approaches Expert guidance on integrating new partners and extended family Whether you're fresh out of a breakup, deep in divorce proceedings, or just trying to figure out this whole co-parenting thing, Co-Parenting For Dummies gives you the tools to turn cooperation from impossible dream into everyday reality.

A revealing and original discussion of John Donne's work John Donne's voice can seem deceptively modern, yet his work demands contextual reading within early modern culture. The Life of the Author: John Donne presents Donne’s life and work as closely integrated, offering searching analysis of poetry and prose without reducing them to autobiography. Written by Emeritus Professor Tom Cain, a distinguished editor of seventeenth-century texts, this study reinterprets neglected documents and biographical details to shed new light on John Donne’s body of work. This study recovers overlooked evidence including the ramifications of Donne's brother Henry's death and a reinterpretation of the marriage settlement from his father-in-law, which Cain argues was more generous than scholars have assumed. The book also provides a detailed description of Anne Donne's death in 1617, and traces her presence in Donne’s subsequent poetry. Readers will find: Close analysis situating Donne's poetry and prose within early modern culture, while avoiding reductive autobiographical readings of the workFresh perspectives on Donne's lifelong conflict with mortality, culminating in his preoccupation with bodily resurrection alongside the soulDetailed examination of Donne's emotional state surrounding his wife Anne's death and her continuing presence throughout his later poetryNew biographical details and reassessments of neglected archival information that reshape the understanding of Donne's personal and professional circumstances Designed for readers at all levels of engagement, from undergraduates encountering John Donne for the first time, to scholars seeking fresh perspectives, The Life of the Author: John Donne offers a distinctive integration of biography and literary analysis that illuminates both the man and his enduring poetry.

A workbook to foster math achievement and develop lifelong numerical reasoning skills Math to the Music: A Numberock Workbook, Grade 4 provides hands-on activities that combine Rebecca McDonagh’s creative, standards-aligned teaching methodology with Numberock’s popular music content to create an engaging and unique educator resource. The activities in this workbook infuse math with music, movement, and humor to transform classrooms into multi-sensory learning environments. This multi-media approach blends the actionable elements of a workbook with the research-based methodologies of a teaching manual. Readers will also receive access to a digital companion site providing links to each lesson’s corresponding song and video, additional video content demonstrating the lessons in action, and access to printables. Math to the Music is an essential tool for teachers who want to boost student confidence and curiosity while fostering a love of math. Provides a concrete framework for whole-brain math teaching, using an approach proven to boost comprehension and test scoresMakes math learning fun for elementary students of all ages, infusing humor and movement into lessonsOffers printable workbook content and pedagogical instructions, for an all-in-one resourceBoosts student confidence, showing even reluctant math learners that math can be inspiring and engaging This is a wonderful guide for elementary school teachers looking for creative, fun ways to get their students interested in learning about numbers. The activities can also be adapted for homeschool and tutoring settings.

A multi-media approach to fostering math achievement and developing lifelong numerical reasoning skills Math to the Music: A Numberock Workbook, Grade 5 combines Rebecca McDonagh’s creative, standards-aligned teaching methodology with Numberock’s popular music content to create an engaging and unique educator resource. By infusing math with music, movement, and humor, this innovative title will transform classrooms into multi-sensory learning environments. This multi-media approach blends the actionable elements of a workbook with the research-based methodologies of a teaching manual. Readers will also receive access to a digital companion site providing links to each lesson’s corresponding song and video, additional video content demonstrating the lessons in action, and access to printables. This workbook is an essential tool for teachers who want to boost student confidence and curiosity while fostering a love of math. Provides a concrete framework for whole-brain math teaching, using an approach proven to boost comprehension and test scoresMakes math learning fun for elementary students of all ages, infusing humor and movement into lessonsOffers printable workbook content and pedagogical instructions, for an all-in-one resourceBoosts student confidence, showing even reluctant math learners that math can be inspiring and engaging This book is a wonderful guide for elementary school teachers looking for creative, fun ways to get their students interested in learning about numbers. The activities can also be adapted for homeschool and tutoring settings.

Discover 8 trauma-informed strategies to empower you and your teachers, engage your students, and proactively improve student behavior The Science of Discipline is a proven and transformative roadmap to tackling some of the biggest behavioral problems faced in school systems today. Nathan Maynard, a global leader in discipline and restorative practices, offers insightful theories and practical strategies to take a more proactive approach to improve student behavior in the classroom with immediate and long-lasting effects. Many behavior modification models are outdated and fear-based, creating more challenges than they solve. Instead, this book walks you through Maynard's signature trauma-informed approach, focusing on belonging, accountability, and logical consequences for students. Supported by groundbreaking research in behavioral neuroscience, as well as Maynard's extensive experience consulting and training thousands of educators and working with students in some of the most complex school systems across the globe, this book gives you 8 strategies to work through the most complex challenges students and educators face with discipline: Discipline: Recognize that each child is unique, and adapting to their differences is key. Cultivating Accountability: Teach kids to take responsibility for their actions through clear expectations and consistent consequences. Ending Loneliness is Schools: Create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and connected. Building Empathy: Encourage understanding and sharing of feelings to foster a compassionate community. Respect: Manage difficult behaviors with respect and effective strategies to maintain a safe environment. The Power of Differentiated Thinking: Support neurodivergent and disabled students with personalized and inclusive teaching practices. Raising Kids: Build strong relationships through meaningful connections, effective communication, and conflict resolution. Understanding the “Bad Kid”: Look beyond labels to understand and address the root causes of a child's behavior. Featuring powerful stories from students and teachers, this book also shares Maynard's inspiring journey from generational poverty, childhood trauma, and a 'bad kid' reputation to a life dedicated to healing others worldwide. Down-to-earth and highly practical, The Science of Discipline earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all educators, administrators, parents, and community leaders ready to find a new way forward in a swiftly changing and complex school system.

An inspirational and hands-on guide to fatherhood from an experienced activist, leader, and dad In The 24:7 Dad, the President of National Fatherhood Initiative®, Christopher A. Brown, delivers an inspiring and practical guide that's perfect for all dads who want to provide their children with the most supportive, safe, and nurturing childhood possible. Drawing on his extensive professional experience as an anthropologist, activist, and father, Brown walks you through twelve research-based habits that will help you offer your children the best of yourself. The book explains how to avoid the most common mistakes and pitfalls that ensnare even the most well-intentioned dads and demonstrates how to develop the six critical traits of exceptional, confident fathers: self-awareness, self-care, fathering skills, parenting skills, relationship skills, and stewardship. Inside the book: A detailed discussion of how to develop and sustain insight and self-awarenessStep-by-step walkthroughs for creating self-care habits that sustain you and allow you to meet your obligations as a fatherLearn the most vital skills for being the dad your children and family need you to beDiscover how to engage with your community and pay your good fortune forward in a way that acts as an example to your children and improves the lives of those around you A must-read guide for first-time and experienced dads, The 24:7 Dad is also an invaluable resource for professionals working in human service organizations, moms who want to learn more about fatherhood, and anyone else thinking about having or caring for children.

Break the silence surrounding male victims of domestic abuse and challenge harmful stereotypes Society has a blind spot — and one in three men are paying the price. Millions of men experience domestic abuse. Yet their suffering is routinely dismissed, minimized, or outright denied. Trapped by shame, stigma, and cultural myths about masculinity, they endure abuse in silence. Often, they lack the language to describe their experiences and face systems unwilling to protect them. In Shameful Silence, Human Rights attorney Alexandra Lozano exposes the hidden epidemic of male domestic abuse. With unflinching honesty, legal precision, and deep compassion, Lozano draws on sixteen years of frontline experience to advocate for vulnerable individuals in complex legal systems. She reveals a vital truth few confront: abuse can devastate without leaving bruises. Through survivor accounts and rigorous research, this book reveals sophisticated, often invisible tactics used against men, including gaslighting, financial control, parental alienation, false allegations, and using custody battles and immigration status as weapons. These abuses leave no visible scars yet dismantle identity, isolate victims, and destroy lives. Blending legal insight, psychological research, and deeply human storytelling, Shameful Silence challenges entrenched stereotypes about victimhood and masculinity. Lozano reframes strength not as silence but as truth. She offers readers clarity and validation that so many male survivors have never received. In this book, readers will discover: First-hand accounts from male survivors that illuminate emotional, psychological, financial, and physical abuse patterns often ignored or mischaracterizedExpert analysis of systemic failures within law enforcement, family courts, and healthcare systems that leave male victims unprotectedPractical guidance for recognizing abuse, setting boundaries, seeking support, and beginning the healing processResources and organizations specifically equipped to support male survivors of domestic violence. How to advocate for specific reforms—whether by contacting lawmakers, supporting organizations for male survivors, or challenging bias in their professional spheres—to ensure protection and equity for all victims. Shameful Silence is essential reading for male survivors seeking validation and a way forward. It is also vital for legal, healthcare, and education professionals, as well as social workers and advocates seeking deeper insight into non-physical abuse and institutional blind spots. This book expands our definition of abuse and challenges societal beliefs. It offers a blueprint for a world where every survivor is seen, heard, and protected.

Create a thriving, adaptable organization with proven strategies to cultivate meaningful change In this much-anticipated new edition of The Six Secrets of Change, acclaimed bestselling author Michael Fullan offers 50 percent new content to lay out key factors that allow an organization to adjust quickly and intelligently to shifts in consumer tastes, political climate, and economic opportunity and sustain meaningful change. His lessons are simple, but profound, showing why collegiality must be deliberately cultivated, long-range plans must allow for the possibility of unknown opportunities, employees must be developed and nurtured, learning opportunities must be offered frequently, leadership potential must be developed at all levels, and positive pressure must be inescapable. Fullan also provides actionable guidelines and ideas that support those at the local, regional, and policymaker levels to become influential in helping to transform organizations and systems. Students, for example, will learn how to work with adults in developing vital learning and well-being habits that help them become better citizens “in” and “for” society. Ultimately, Fullan convinces us that a leader who attends to all these things will have an organization that is constantly learning, growing, and thriving. Readers will find: Illustrative examples from a variety of businesses, health organizations, and public education systemsEye-opening insights on why so many commonly accepted business principles are guaranteed to lead to failureMethods to create a culture of trust and ambition that empowers employees and inspires them to put their best foot forward This new edition of The Six Secrets of Change is required reading for all business leaders and executives who are seeking all of the perspectives and tools they need to create a winning strategy for transformational change in their highly unique organizations.