Be A Candle Of Hope

This long-time best-selling catalog favorite is now available in an easy Three-part Mixed scoring. The gently-stated expression of hope and encouragement remains simple, yet profound: "The more light we give, the more love well know."

Candles of Hope is a collection of cancer poetry, edited by Wendy Lawrance, and a beautiful foreword by acclaimed English actress, Alison Steadman, OBE. The word 'cancer'; still strikes fear into the hearts of anyone hearing a diagnosis, whether it be for themselves or a loved one. Coping with the disease and its consequences comes in various forms and, in this instance, that is poetry. Within this book, are the words of those who have lost someone to cancer, those who have survived cancer and those who continue to live with it. Their courage and perseverance are an example to us all, whether they express anger, sadness, grief, worry, loss or even humour. Within their words, we can all find the Candles of Hope. The net profits from the sale of this book go to the charity, Topic of Cancer, which raises awareness and funds for research into cancer immunotherapy. Contributors: Betsy Ashton; Rebecca Astbury; Paula Baldocchi; Mickey Brown; Lee Christine Brownlee; Joanne Corey; Joanna Gale; Claudia Gold; Connye Griffin; Rae Jones; Joyce Kopp; Nigel Lewis Baker MBE; Natalie O'Toole; Timothy L. Rodriguez; Darren Scanlon; Michael Wolfe; Kaimana Wolff.

As eyes turn to Bethelehem at the millennium, we remember the birth of Jesus in a stable and the haunting promise of peace from the angels.

HOPE is our children's window for a better tomorrow. In terms of resilience and well-being, hope is a critically important predictor of success. This creative story from the best-selling author of My Mouth is a Volcano!, and Bubble Gum Brain, reminds children that dark clouds can be temporary and asking for help is always okay. We all have times when we need to borrow a little hope from someone else.

When your clouds get too dark, and too heavy to push away, Reach out and ask, "Can I borrow some light?" "I'm having a really bad day." It's always okay to admit to yourself, "I just can't do it today. Everyone needs somebody sometimes, to help them find their way." Sometimes the dark clouds overhead seem too heavy and you feel like giving up. Little candle knows all about this. Bad grades, blasted on social media, worried about making the team, and wondering who her real friends are so many hard things to deal with! All she can see is darkness. But her story begins to change when someone notices she needs a boost of hope. As little candle is reminded she has purpose and her own unique gifts, and that she isn't the only one with dark clouds, her dim light begins to shine brighter. This hopeful story emphasizes for children (and adults) the many different ways to ask for help, and their ability to be a hope builder for others, too.