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Unlock your genius! "Dear Teenager, You Are Amazing, 5 Keys to Creating a Life You Love" is a transformative guide designed to empower teenagers and young adults on their journey to self-discovery and personal growth. Packed with invaluable insights and practical wisdom, this book unveils the five keys to unleashing your inner superpowers.
• Unconditional Self-Love: Discover the strength that comes from embracing and cherishing yourself unconditionally....
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El rescate de 33 mineros atrapados bajo el nivel del suelo en el desierto chileno por 69 dias en el 2010 reunio al mundo en oracion. Esto es un testimonio a la fe, la creencia y la persistencia de los mineros, las tripulaciones de rescate y el poder de Dios para llevar a cada hombre de nuevo al nivel del suelo. La parte extra de este libro detalla un rescate milagroso similar en la Mina Quecreek en Somerset, PA en julio del 2002. Este tiempo de 18...
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Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of the pancreas-a large organ that lies behind the stomach. The pancreas secretes enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help regulate the metabolism of sugars. Pancreatic cancer often has a poor prognosis, even when diagnosed early, and can spread rapidly. Because symptoms tend not to appear until the disease has progressed, the cancer is rarely detected in its early stages, which is a major reason why...
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The Maya Empire became a thriving civilization between the third century and the seventh century CE, but by 900 CE war, drought, and disease wiped out most of its cities and the Mayan people were greatly reduced. Unfortunately, the greatest threat to their existence was yet to come, when the Guatemalan genocide would decimate those who remained in the 1970s and '80s. The facts of the Mayans' story will be intertwined with profiles of individuals and...
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Tracking serial killers is a difficult job, but the men and women who do it help put brutal murderers in jail. As readers explore gripping main text, detailed photographs, and informative fact boxes and sidebars, they discover how the methods used to track serial killers have changed throughout history. They also discover the importance of science and technology in this line of work. Readers interested in pursuing a career in this kind of crime scene...
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Going to the first high school party should be loads of fun. There's yummy snacks, tons of friends to hang out with, and it's free time away from parents and homework. But there are other factors that might seem a little terrifying, at least at first. Like slow dancing with members of the opposite sex or a first kiss, or even not getting asked to do either at all. Kids may be worried about older kids in attendance, or the presence of alcohol or drugs....
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Getting into college is one giant hurdle to clear, and paying for it is quite another. This book breaks down the expenses associated with higher education, the various payment options available for students, including student loans, need-based scholarships, and merit-based scholarships, and what other avenues may exist for families to ensure that costs associated with tuition, room, and board stay reasonable. Concerns about "paying off" student loans,...
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The skills required to deliver successful research papers have never been more important. This authoritative book provides young readers with a solid foundation to help them formulate their ideas, embark on their research, complete the writing process, and properly cite sources. It aligns with the Common Core standards of being able to provide logical arguments based on solid reasoning and evidence. The text also pays special attention to the pitfalls...
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With international politics taking sharp turns nearly every week, it is essential that the United States has a strong system of protection of its borders, resources, and people. This guidebook introduces students to prospective careers in Homeland Security. Various types of jobs and internships that readers can pursue, plus details on needed education, training, and equipment are shared. Readers will learn about its history, role in the community,...
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Chelsea Clinton was immersed in politics when she moved into the White House for her father Bill Clinton's first inauguration. Her studies in history, politics, and public health set her on the path to lead interfaith and cross-cultural education initiatives. The influence of her mother Hillary Clinton imbues Chelsea's personal and professional life. Possessing her father's charisma and her mother's tenacity, Chelsea embraces her family background...
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Graphic organizers-an important tool in both school and business for visual learning and information processing-are no longer confined to posters, flip pads, or the pages of reports. Graphic organizers have gone digital. Now diagrams, charts, and other "mind maps" can be generated, posted, viewed, interpreted, and presented on computer. This means that they can be used on one's web site, inserted into a multimedia presentation, and revised or updated...
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One of the greatest scientific breakthroughs ever for law enforcement agencies was the discovery of DNA analysis. This relatively new science allows police to catch a criminal from evidence as small as a human hair. Informative text gives readers a basic understanding of DNA and how forensic analysts can examine criminal evidence and create a genetic chain that leads to the perpetrator. This complex topic is made easy to understand through engaging...
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Even in an unhealthy economy, there are certain fields that continue to grow and thrive. Two of these are hair care and makeup. This guide to landing a job in hair care and/or makeup provides some incredible tips on navigating the competitive job market by developing a resume and cover letter that stand out. It is a terrific resource for any savvy job seeker looking for an edge.
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In this charming children's tale, The Christmas Time Travelers II: The Professor's Journey, four
dogs, a time machine and a curious and well-meaning professor will visit ancient Bethlehem
on a very special night.
Professor Malcolm McDougal lives in the pleasant, almost old-fashioned town of Coventry,
in New England. Two years ago on Christmas Eve, his three furry canines - Lily, Benji and
Karat - were transported by his special invention - a...
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Outsourcing has become a commonplace practice thanks to the growth of broadband Internet connections, improved shipping, open borders, increasing education, and the spread of English as a common language of business. It's hard to find a company that doesn't outsource at least some small part of their business. Companies that have moved jobs overseas include household names such as MCI, Verizon, Delta Airlines, Microsoft, Citigroup, Hewlett Packard,...
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At last! In book form! A collection of some popular Jewish children's plays, known also for their fund-raising successes! PLAYS FOR JEWISH CHILDREN written by Paulette Fein Lieberman-"pioneering author" of THE ADVENTURES OF TORAHMAN AND MITZVAHBOY, TORAHWOMAN AND MITZVAHGIRL and other unique projects- have been used to inspire and involve large or small groups of children and adults, worldwide! The urgent themes make these 9 plays of special interest...
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Nearly every organization, business, and school has its own Web site. Many individuals have their own site as well. Readers who are interested in making their own Web site will find that the process of doing so draws on a number of different skills, and can be a valuable learning experience. This book introduces readers to the fundamentals of planning, designing, building, and publishing their own Web site. It simplifies complex concepts and encourages...
98) Cats of the Wild
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Wild cats are large, powerful hunters found across most of the world and in 36 different species. While their anatomy and social behavior have strong similarities, they also exhibit many unique traits. The similarities and differences of well-known cats such as lions, tigers, leopards, and others are explored in arresting detail, charts, maps, and illustrations.
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Skinning and modding allow individual users to alter commercial computer software. These skills are typically used to create or modify objects or characters in a game setting. In Career Building through Skinning and Modding, readers learn that their skinning and modding skills are not only gaming skills but also career skills they can potentially ply in the digital marketplace.
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Themes: Spies, History, Nonfiction, Tween, Emergent Reader, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Are spies criminals or heroes? Some spies are greedy. They only want money. Others spy in wartime. They want to help their country. Businesses also spy on each...
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