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Raffle Ticket Poetry. Animals'Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates are the classes of animals with which we share our planet.'Here are 102 cinquains to reach out to some of our fellow animals as they swim, run, jump, dig, and fly through life. Animals brings together symbolic poetry and simple imagery to try to bond with the animals that we have always survived with on Earth.Raffle Ticket Animals is full of pop poems that are ideal to read during a coffee break, to smile at, or to ponder over. They are designed to be short, snappy, even disposable, but forever optimistic.They can be cut out of the book and sent to someone you think may also like them, stuck on the fridge, or just pop the book or ebook on your phone or in your bag.Raffle Ticket Poetry is a series of pop poetry books with hundreds of short poems and illustrations. Each poem is created with its own number, theme, and image. Each book details a topic ranging from Free Living to Romance, Animals, or The Hidden.The poems take you on a journey through life as we seek out the many experiences it has to offer.

These upani¿ads advocate the path of T¿raka Yoga to attain kaivalya, final liberation.Advaya-T¿raka-Upani¿ad is the upani¿ad of the non-dual (advaya) deliverer (t¿raka). In the context of T¿raka Yoga 'taraka' means 'ferrying one across the ocean of säs¿ra', liberation from the cycle of birth, death and rebirth, by dwelling in the radiant light of pure consciousness, which is the central theme of Ved¿nta philosophy, the identity of the Brahman with the innermost Self, the ¿tman. The text begins by listing the six spiritual qualities necessary for progress on the spiritual path. It then describes the three points of concentration (laksyas), outer, intermediate and inner, each one giving insights, signs or visual experiences.Mä¿ala-Br¿hmäa-Upani¿ad is a later, more extensive version. It describes the five types of 'ether-space' (¿k¿¿a) known in t¿raka-yoga, the three types of gaze (d¿¿¿i) during meditation and the importance of the nine cakras and six ¿dh¿ras. The goal is 'transmindedness' (amanaskat¿), the condition of 'living liberation' (j¿van-mukti). The yogin must follow the eightfold path of yoga, conquering any obstacles with his spiritual qualities.Meditation on T¿raka through ¿¿mbhav¿ mudr¿ leads to präava, the light of pure consciousness and the primal sound vibration of AUM. The mind is thus recognised as the cause of both bondage and liberation. Finally the yogin becomes an avadh¿ta, free from all worldly attachments or mental illusions.

Trishikhi Brahmanopanishad is Volume 7 in the Yoga Upanishad series. *A brahmäa goes to aditya-loka, the world of the Sun to ask: "O Lord! What is the body? What is the breath? What is the cause? What is the soul?" The Sun replies that all comes from the form of ¿iva, whose light is Brahman. Then follows explanations of how the world was formed through the five major elements, their qualities, properties and functions, their synthesis and through pañcik¿räa, the divisions and combinations of the elements. The brahmäa is advised to follow both the eightfold path of yoga leading to jñ¿na and the path of karmayoga or kriy¿yoga. Renunciation and satsang, company of the wise, are emphasised. Teachings are given of the subtle body, viz. cakras, köas, n¿¿¿s,pr¿¿as, dhatus, four states of consciousness kü¿alin¿ and ¿tman as well as the agni mä¿ala, the region of fire and its role in awakening the subtle energies, and the n¿¿ikanda, where the three main n¿¿¿s, i¿¿ pi¿gal¿ and süumn¿, unite and separate. The main pr¿¿¿yama practices are n¿¿¿ ¿odhana and kumbhaka. A peaceful solitary place in nature is recommended for progress in s¿dhana. Signs of approaching death are described.Practices for meditation with ¿ämukh¿ mudr¿, h¿day¿ñjali mudr¿ or khecar¿ mudr¿ are: the five elements; the deities of the elements; V¿sudeva, the Transcendent Self; Vi¿¿u; and the forms in the Universe.

Androids and aliens, werewolves and vampires, furries and... tentacles? This is a collection of unusual, and at times monstrous, erotica ranging from the ridiculous to the romantic: expect kinks, quirks and tropes. All fourteen erotic short stories feature trans masculine main characters, with a variety of cis, non-binary, trans female and trans male lovers.

The Hidden.'Relates to what is unseen, untold or unclear. Connects with what is not easy to find or just out of sight.'Here are 102 cinquains to try to remove the cloak on what is tucked away. The Hidden brings together symbolic poetry and simple imagery, as one searches to reveal the nature of reality. It explores esoteric practices, mystical meanings, and masked aspects of psychology.

Scary, Spooky, Ghostly'The 13 Halloween tales are traditional to the pumpkin roots of Halloween and are cheerfully brought back to life for new spooky fun.'Get ready for a ghoulish mixture of stories, games, song and poems. Some a little scary, some slightly spooky and many are very ghostly.'13 Tales for Halloween' offers short stories; tongue twister spells; poems; a song and several games to play or even take part in. The picture-packed book offers children a fresh approach to their Halloween evening with tales about dressing up; trick or treating; black cats; corn mazes; night creatures; tea parties and much, much more.'Scary, Spooky, Ghostly' is a modern children's picture book for Halloween, containing a mixture of short tales for a fun night inside the house and outside on Halloween night.This delightfully illustrated picture book contains 13 Halloween spooky tales created to thrill and entertain young readers.There are new characters which children will love including Misty the witch's cat; 'Glamorous pumpkins' and of course, the very scary 'Night creatures.'We follow ghosts, skeleton and spooks as they visit your house for tea. Everyone then gets dressed up to get ready for the Halloween evening of fun. Fun that includes scary games; spooky corn mazes; ghostly dancing and singing.'When witches make spells;they bring feathers and beads;soft shells and hard seeds;some selfie photos;petals and stones;bathwater with bones,and ribbons and string,to make scary things.Because witches are so busy on Halloween.'- Witches Potions.Scary, Spooky, Ghostly- 13 tales for Halloween is colourful and wonderfully illustrated with friendly-looking, ghostly characters that children will be fond of and like to revisit again. It can be read as a scary, bedtime read or in sections, selected for quick reading and amusement.The children's picture book has a Halloween dance and a sing-along called 'Funky Halloween'. There are poems and tales of where the ghosts come from on Halloween night and also where they all return to.The stories are light-hearted and designed for fun so follow ghosts; witches; mummies; skeletons and many more as they visit for a very, special Halloween.'The jelly is shaking with zombie ice cream;white chocolate bats are ready to scream.' - The Tea Party.'The autumn soil allows for veggies to growand grow and grow from their roots down below.' - Glamorous Pumpkins.'And when everyone has gone.Every ghost and witch and spook.There will be only one left;feeling a bit misunderstood.' - The Scarecrow.

Christmas Lockdown is going to be an unusual year. Lockdown Santa is a delightful story that remembers the special Christmases during lockdowns and allows children to keep their firm belief in Father Christmas!Santa does not know what to do.......Christmases should always be magical including a Christmas lockdown.He is trying to make a plan to travel around the world to visit every girl and boy.Lockdown Santa is a very different Santa Claus story, as they are very different times.We see Santa video calling elves under the Northern lights and telling them to make all the toys from their homes.It has been a tough year for everyone, so Santa wants to thank all the carers for their bravery and hard work by giving them a little extra something too!Follow Santa's adventures as he zooms around the world over the chimney pots ,on his sleigh. Follow him as he shines through for every little child on Christmas Eve night.Lockdown Santa has traditional pictures that bring Christmas warmth for children. This special Christmas story can be read and remembered for many more Christmases to come.

Temple Dogs.This is a story of three dogs who live for today and today is that day!Kwan, Maya and Taow are three dogs who make friends. They make a home for themselves in the ruined temples. They spend their day chasing rickshaws, running on beaches, swimming in waterfalls and much, much more. At the end of the day , they curl together to fall asleep. They dream of the Legend of the Boatman who cares for them, like an owner. Their adventures continue as we follow the dogs on a journey out of this world!Temple Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of friendships, love and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them. Kwan, Maya and Taow offer each other adventure, love, and fun.This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The homeless dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about the environment is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference today and in the future.There are many pictures that may or may not be used to teach children about environmental issues.Environmental issues like;Using natural energyreducing and reusingusing local produceenvironmental impactwater conservationeating more sustainablyusing electricity wiselycar-free livingreducing taking flights.

Monsoon Dogs This is a story of three dogs who live their lives and dreams for today, and they dream big!Maya and her two puppies (Chai and Nuch) have found themselves homeless again due to the monsoon floods. Maya has to try and find a safe place for them all. Like all good mums, she believes in hope and love and will not stop searching until they are all in a safe and happy place.They have fun along the way chasing frogs, organising a beach clean, making a boat and much, much more! At the end of the day, they curl up to fall asleep. They dream of the Legend of the Boatman who cares for them. Their adventures continue as we follow the dogs on a journey to the wonders of the Oceans.Monsoon Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of friendships, love and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them. This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about the environment is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference today and in the future.There are many pictures that may or may not be used to teach children about environmental issues.Environmental issues like;Climate changeFood wasteDisplacementFlooding/ water pollutionPopulation increase/ homelessnessDeforestationPlastic pollutionGlobal warmingOcean acidificationLoss of biodiversity

Carnival Dogs.This is a story of a litter of pups as they try and find a home with the travelling fair.Taow, Bindi and Bubs are a litter of dogs who find shelter and protection following a travelling fair. They look forward to all the new smells and fun that they will have when the fair finally finds a new place to settle. We follow the pups taking a bath with a mermaid and enjoying many of the fun fair activities and much, much more. After a day of fun, they circle to rest in their favourite place and it's only then that they are able to dream the impossible. They are transported by their friend (Legend of the Boatman) across deserts to see some astonishing things like the 'Greatest Show On Earth'- the natural world.Carnival Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of family bonds, friendships and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them.This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is only when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness and the environment.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about nature is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference in the future. Each picture below may be used to teach children about an issue in nature.Issues which may be discussed include- Animal welfare; Responsibility for animals; The importance of mountains; Homeless animals; Desert expansion; Water scarcity; The importance of grasslands; Habitat loss; Endangered animals

There's a fine line between love and hate. When Christopher Brooks spots Riley Adams, his first love, at the Buffaloes' first press briefing of the year, he got the shock of his life. He cannot allow her back into his heart that she broke more than seven years ago. Or can he?Riley does not have the luxury of hating or avoiding Christopher. Their lives are inextricably linked forever. Her best option is to confront him before he discovers her secret through someone else. And when he knows the truth, will Christopher hate her even more or will he be willing to forgive?