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"In this book, readers will learn what it means to advocate for oneself, how to identify individual strengths and weaknesses, and how to take ownership of one's own tasks and responsibilities within a group setting or project. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Writing Reflection activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage...
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"In this book, readers will learn what it means to encourage others, how to identify and acknowledge others' strengths, and how to practice empathy, patience, and support within a group setting or project. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Writing Reflection activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as...
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"In this book, readers will learn how to assign and delegate tasks, share workload, make schedules, and take accountability for individual responsibilities within a group setting or project. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Writing Reflection activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more...
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"In this book, readers will learn what it takes to get started on a group project, how to brainstorm effectively, and how to practice teamwork to reach a decision about project direction. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Writing Reflection activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about...
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In this book, readers will learn how to identify conflicts, address individual mistakes, and work together to resolve disagreements and problems within a group setting or project. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Writing Reflection activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about resolving...
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Working It Out Together volume 8
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Waneek lends her expertise to The Firestarters, leading them in a competitive water polo match with Derek. We meet Kahentisakhe, a married mom of three who teaches the Mohawk language in Kahnawake, and has trouble making time for herself.
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Working It Out Together volume 5
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Waneek and the group draw strength and pride from their culture through dance. Famed dancer John N. McComber teaches the group the Iroquois smoke dance. The ladies stop by the salon for a make-over and a lesson in self-investment.
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Working It Out Together volume 2
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Working It Out Together 2 introduces Marie Celine. In trying to do it all, the 27-year-old is burnt out and trying to climb back to the top. Her teammate, Kahentisakhe, is in the game to lose 20 lbs.
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Working It Out Together volume 7
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Waneek leads The Fab Four in activities she loves the most - water games! Derek joins in the fun and Waneek explains the benefits of working out in the water. Karyn learns why watching our fluid intake is so important.
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Working It Out Together volume 11
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The Firestarters "go traditional†and learn how to play lacrosse. Jenny learns how to provide new and healthier breakfast choices for her two children. The Firestarters share with each other their experience on this journey.
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Working It Out Together volume 5
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Team Firestarters get their bodies moving through Martial Arts. Jenny still has trouble believing in herself after she wows in her first workout with Derek. We meet Lisa, a single mom of three, who's on a journey to overcome lifelong abuse.
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Working It Out Together volume 9
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The Firestarters are faced with a surprise rock-climbing challenge.
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Working It Out Together volume 4
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Waneek introduces the group to fitness specialist Theresa Ducharme, who teaches them about the benefits of bouncing and challenges them to jump out of their comfort zone.
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Working It Out Together volume 13
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The Firestarters and The Fab Four compete one final time in Derek's "fit test†to find out who improved the most in the last five months. Each participant shares what they've learned on their Working It Out Together journey.
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Working It Out Together volume 6
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Waneek teaches the group the importance of team work in a race through the Montreal city streets. They also learn how technology can help them reach their fitness goals.
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Working It Out Together volume 1
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Olympian Waneek Horn-Miller meets the participants. There's Steve (age 34), Kwanata:wi (12), Kary-Ann (38), Kahnhehsentha (19), Chloe (27), and Owisokon (55). All want to make positive changes in their lives, but none know where to start.
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Working It Out Together volume 3
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Working It Out Together 2 takes Team Firestarters to the great outdoors.