Jon A. Barrett

Catch Your Fall, As The Streets Teach All (eBook, ePUB)

Street Knowledge from Philadelphia's Northeast

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

During the mid-to-late 1970s and the beginning of the 1980s, this book is a reflection on a life lived on the streets of Northeast Philadelphia, but this is not just my story. This book is a chronicle of true stories, with a place, a time, and a community. This book is a testament to the raw, unfiltered lessons that were learned on asphalt and concrete and through the joyous collaboration of childhood games and family work ethics. The experiences within these pages are a testament to the idea that the greatest education often happens far outside of a classroom. The sciences of biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, industrial hygiene, and sustainability, as well as math, statistics, art, teaching, and psychology, are all incorporated into this story. The principles of mnemonics are also woven into the narrative to demonstrate how these lessons are remembered and have a lasting impact. This story, moreover, is a vivid tapestry created by the five human senses, where every sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste becomes an unforgettable, lasting imprint. Jon A. Barrett is an acclaimed Google Scholar author and a Google certified professional digital marketer. A proud alumnus of Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, Barrett further mastered his professional writing skills in MicroBachelors Programs in Marketing and Academic and Professional Writing at Thomas Edison State University. His deep understanding of how experiences shape resilience, creativity, and problem-solving, from childhood games on asphalt to the diligent work of urban teams, inspires every page of his writing. He believes the greatest education often happens outside the classroom, a philosophy vividly brought to life in his work. From the makeshift games chalked on blacktop to the buzz of a neighborhood produce stand in summer, he learned about team collaboration, adaptability, and innovation long before they became professional tools. His readers can apply these same skill sets to navigate challenges, build confidence, and spark innovation. Barrett's unique voice, rooted in the rhythm and work ethic of his Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood, makes him a compelling figure in the literary, neuromarketing, and technical content spheres, providing readers with value and unconventional wisdom for navigating life's complex landscape. Barrett's work invites you to see your own experiences as powerful sources of strength, insight, and opportunity.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: BookBaby
• Seitenzahl: 224
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. Oktober 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798317816193
• Artikelnr.: 75741299