Headlee, Celeste Anne
Summary: "Today most of us communicate from behind electronic screens, and studies show that Americans feel less connected and more divided than ever before. The blame for some of this disconnect can be attributed to our political landscape, but the erosion of our conversational skills as a society lies with us as individuals. And the only way forward, says Celeste Headlee, is to start talking to each...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper Wave, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2017
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Summary: "Wordy Birdy loves to talk, but will she ever learn to listen?"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Doubleday 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: E SAUSummary: "This book is packed with hilarious 'would you rather' questions, intriguing scenarios, and fun illustrations on every page! It's perfect for game nights, parties, traveling, and just about any time you want to connect with family and friends! 'Would You Rather ... ' is a fun and thought-provoking conversation game where you and other players have to pick between two equally hilarious and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Jokes RiddlelandOda, Tomohito
Summary: Komi and her friends are going on a ski trip! Who cares if only some of them actually know how to conquer the slopes? The point is to have fun and show off their winter fashions! But things take a turn for the awkward when Manbagi and Tadano get left behind and have to spend the night in snow country. The only inn around is expensive, but worse than that, there's only one room! --
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media LLC 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 KOMKnight, Jim
Contents: Radical brokenness and better conversations -- The better conversations beliefs -- Listening with empathy -- Fostering dialogue -- Asking better questions -- Connecting -- Finding common ground -- Redirecting toxic words and emotions -- Building trust.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Corwin, A Sage Company 2016
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Summary: "In I'm Just Saying, author Milan Kordestani shows us that although challenging conversations can be unpleasant, they can also help us grow. Sometimes, people inspire us to change how we speak, making us better communicators in the process as we search to find common ground with those with whom we disagree. Kordestani uses contemporary case studies and personal experience to teach readers how...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Health Communications, Inc. 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 302.2242 KORMolitor, Sarah
Summary: "Have you ever had moments when your words got the better of you? Maybe you knew how much something would hurt, but you said it anyway because it felt good in the moment. Maybe you're fighting a habit of complaining or yelling, when you really want to be a person who speaks with kindness and patience. Or maybe you stay silent because you're never quite sure what to say. Whatever your "maybe"...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tyndale House Publishers 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 177 MOLSummary: Two strangers meet by chance, spend a night together in Vienna, and part before sunrise. Nine years later, Jesse has written a book about the encounter. During his accelerated European book tour, he meets up with Celine in Paris. Before Jesse's flight home, he joins Celine for a picturesque walk around the city and they have an intimate conversation, ending at Celine's apartment. Will they get...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Warner Home Video 2013
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1 available in Romance DVDs, Call number: DVD ROMANCE BEFSummary: 13 conversations about one thing takes four characters (a lawyer who hits a housecleaner with his car, then flees the scene; the housecleaner herself; a science professor who leaves his wife; and an insurance claims adjuster who's deeply envious of a coworker who seems irrepressibly happy) and blends their stories into a delicate but potent mix.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Columbia Tristar Home Video 2002
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1 available in Drama DVDs, Call number: DVD DRAMA THIBerlitz, Charles
Contents: Introduction to pronounce Italian -- Instant conversation: In a cafe -- Step 1: Names of objects and places -- Instant conversation: Ride in a taxi -- Step 2: How to use the present tense of verbs -- Instant conversation: In an office -- Step 3: Numbers and how to use them -- Instant conversation: At a university -- Step 4: Locating things and places -- Instant conversation: Getting mail --...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wynwood Press 1990
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Summary: A debut picture book about a curious student who finds herself in trouble for talking in class--even though she just wants to share all that she's learned. "Did you know that flamingos don't have teeth?" Questions, facts, and dreams--Ruby René could talk for hours. Once she got going, it was hard for her to stop. It didn't matter if it was history, science, or the lunch menu--Ruby René had so...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE IMAChristensen, Paulina.
Summary: Introduces conversational German, with useful phrases for greeting others, making small talk, and shopping, as well as tips on improving grammar and vocabulary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: WIley Pub. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 438.2 CHRMuehlhoff, Tim
Summary: How do we communicate with people who disagree with us? In today's polarized world, friends and strangers clash with each other over issues large and small. Coworkers have conflicts in the office. Married couples fight over finances. And online commenters demonize one another's political and religious perspectives. Is there any hope for restoring civil discourse? Communications expert Tim...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 240 MUEKalz, Jill.
Summary: "Simple text paired with themed illustrations invite the reader to learn to speak Spanish"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Picture Window Books 2012
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J468.3 CAPSauer, Tammi
Summary: "When Wordy Birdy and her friends go on a camping trip, they get an unexpected visit from Mr. Cougarpants. Can Wordy Birdy talk herself out of a becoming dinner?"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Doubleday Books for Young Readers 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SAUVerdick, Elizabeth.
Summary: Encourages toddlers and preschoolers to express themselves using helpful, not hurtful, words. Includes a note for parents and caregivers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Free Spirit Pub. 2004
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: E BRDYoshino, Kenji
Summary: "In the current period of social and political unrest, conversations about identity are becoming more frequent and more difficult. On subjects like critical race theory, gender equity in the workplace, and LGBTQ-inclusive classrooms, many of us are understandably fearful of saying the wrong thing. That fear can sometimes prevent us from speaking up at all, depriving people from marginalized...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atria Books 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 305.3 YOSLudwig, Trudy
Summary: "A nonstop talker learns about the power of listening when he comes down with a case of laryngitis"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LUDOda, Tomohito
Summary: "Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi's greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve! Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends. It's time for the national health exam at Itan High, and the excitement of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media LLC 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 KOMSummary: Curso completo de inglés, con más de 300 ilustraciones, más de 100 ejercicios con autocorrección, más de 100 conceptos fundamentales, 30 artículos sobre costumbres y cultura de Estados Unidos, más de 700 palabras agrupadas en más de 50 temas de vocabulario, más de 500 frases verbales de uso común en Estados Unidos.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial 2019
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 248 SPANISH INGCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.3 INGSummary: Presents a short course in conversational Arabic, featuring seven units, each including a dialogue on topics such as saying hello and goodbye, reserving accommodations, ordering food, banking, shopping, and sightseeing, with Arabic and English translations of words and phrases used, grammar tips, and activities.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Audio 2004
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 492.7 ARASummary: UK's bestselling language learning audio series. This Italian Audio Course takes you from complete beginner to complete confidence. It is the perfect companion for holidays and business trips abroad. Easy to use--fast, flexible and portable; Easy to follow--just listen, speak and learn; Easy to learn--no complex grammar Whether you're a beginner or you want to refresh and build upon your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins Publishers 2016