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Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man--and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall.

When conflict, rebellion, and resentment overwhelm their family, Charlie and Alice are forced to rethink their parenting strategy. In the process, they realize how critical intentionality and focus are when shaping and molding young lives.

"It's important to share your thoughts and opinions with others-and even more important to be able to do so without starting an argument or offending someone. Now you can prevent and resolve conflicts with help from this guide covering everything from understanding your own emotions better and learning how to address people in different situations, to getting through a difficult conversation, coming to a positive conclusion, and disengaging yourself...

A clever boy and other villagers devise a plan to improve the manners of one of their neighbors. Based on a folktale from Afghanistan.

An angry, destructive tornado picks up an empathetic cow, and when Cow politely asks to be put down, the two enter a conversation that has some unforeseen results.

A young boy learns that anger is not helpful or good, and how to manage his anger and frustration using different techniques.

Difficult employees are by far the worst part of a manager's job. Control freaks. Narcissists. Slackers. Cynics. Their outbursts, irrational demands, gripes, and countless other disruptions need to be dealt with, and you are the unlucky one with that job description. But every manager has to deal with these people. What separates the great managers is their ability to turn them into productive team players. Leading the Unleadable turns this seemingly...

"This Illustrated Guide for Couples Ends 12 Hurtful Arguments Once and for All!,"--Amazon.com.

"A pirate and a Viking fight to become the very best friend of a kid scientist, who meanwhile devises the perfect formula for all three friends to play happily together"--

No one likes conflict-but that doesn't mean you have to avoid it. Learn how to turn those "Oh, Sh*t! Moments," when opinions and personalities clash, into the juice that powers your team to great results or new heights. Politics. Confusion. Factions. Gossip. Turnover. If you lead a team, you may see conflict as the worst part of your job. You may see it as counterproductive, dysfunctional, and a waste of time because team members are not dealing with...