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This book looks at the rich diversity of schools around the world.
Through simple text and stunning photographs, it introduces
children to similarities found in schools in different cultures,
and honors differences.
This book introduces readers to the history, meaning, traditions,
and celebrations of the 100th Day of School. Vivid photographs and
easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features
include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making
Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the
book give readers access to book-specific resources to further
their learning.
1. This long-awaited book has been requested by many Chicken Soup
readers - teens and their mothers.
2. There are over 3 million graduating high school seniors each
year and more than half of them apply to college.
3. The line is being updated with new covers, new interior layouts,
excellent editing, and up-to-date stories. The line is also
returning to the core values of its heyday, delivering 101 stories
in every book.
4. Chicken Soup for the Soul earned the Guinness World Record for
having the most books on the New York Times bestseller list at one
time.
5. Last year, "USA Today" named Chicken Soup for the Soul #5 on its
list of 25 books that left a legacy over the past quarter century.
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These days, colleges are deluged with applications and the college
application process has become the most traumatic thing that most
students and their parents have ever experienced. Lots of books
tell you how to get into college, but this book uniquely provides
"emotional, " instead of "tactical," support.
The stories in the book are written by kids who have been there and
want to pass on their words of support to the kids behind them.
Stories cover topics such as parental and peer pressure, the stress
of grades and SATs/ACTs, college applications and interviews,
recruiting, disappointments and success. These stories provide
moral support and encouragement to high school students going
through one of the most stressful events of their lives. Parents
will find "Getting In...to College" a great source of support and
inspiration as well.
The first Chicken Soup for the Soul book was published in 1993, and
became a publishing industry sensation, ultimately selling eight
million copies. Since then, more than 150 Chicken Soup titles have
been published, selling more than 100 million copies.
Chicken Soup for the Soul has won dozens of awards over the past 15
years, and its founders, Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen have
become celebrity motivational speakers and authors.
Who was Melvil Dewey? Learn how Dewey's love of organization and
words drove him to develop and implement his Dewey Decimal system,
leaving a significant and lasting impact in libraries across the
country. When Melvil Dewey realized every library organized their
books differently, he wondered if he could invent a system all
libraries could use to organize them efficiently. A rat-a-tat
speaker, Melvil was a persistent (and noisy) advocate for free
public libraries. And while he made enemies along the way as he
pushed for changes-like his battle to establish the first library
school with women as students, through it all he was EFFICIENT,
INVENTIVE, and often ANNOYING as he made big changes in the world
of public libraries-changes still found in the libraries of today!
The backbone of any army, infantry soldiers seem to get all of the
action but none of the glory. Trained for the very physical and
aggressive work of engaging the enemy on the ground, the infantry
tends to take high casualties in combat. This book looks at the
high-risk jobs of the infantry soldier, including attack, defense,
patrol, and intelligence gathering.
Learn how a slave became one of the leading influential African American intellectuals of the late 19th century.
African American educator, author, speaker, and advisor to presidents of the United States, Booker Taliaferro Washington was the leading voice of former slaves and their descendants during the late 1800s. As part of the last generation of leaders born into slavery, Booker believed that blacks could better progress in society through education and entrepreneurship, rather than trying to directly challenge the Jim Crow segregation. After hearing the Emancipation Proclamation and realizing he was free, young Booker decided to make learning his life. He taught himself to read and write, pursued a formal education, and went on to found the Tuskegee Institute--a black school in Alabama--with the goal of building the community's economic strength and pride. The institute still exists and is home to famous alumnae like scientist George Washington Carver.
Aimed at pupils who are studying The Tempest for the first time,
this literature guide provides a straightforward explanation of the
text that carefully leads students through the play to reacher a
better understanding and appreciation of it. York Notes are the
ultimate best-selling literature guides, and are a useful
background for both quick-reference and insightful interpretation.
Key features include: *Commentaries structured by the assessment
criteria used in the Key Stage 3 tests to give pupils the
confidence they need to do well in the tests *Short, simple
summaries that help all pupils get to grips with the Shakespeare
plays for the Key Stage 3 tests quickly *Accurate, reliable and
faithful to the plays ensuring students avoid making mistakes in
the exam
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Exam Classes
(Paperback)
Peter May; Series edited by Alan Maley
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R621
Discovery Miles 6 210
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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This resource book contains 90 practical activities for teaching
exam classes. It includes sections on the four skills, plus grammar
and integrated skills. There is an exam-type index to help teachers
select activities appropriate for their particular class. The book
also provides information about the main public ELT examinations
set by the British, European and American boards.
"It never occurred to me while growing up that art is an industry
involving countless jobs, so if this book helps shed light to just
one kid that it is a viable career option, then it has done its
job, as art is indescribably important!" -Oliver Jeffers, Artist
and Illustrator "This book so beautifully explains to kids what
goes into making an art exhibition. It's not just about an artist
hanging something on a wall for people to see: it's so much more
lively, layered, and community-driven. Even I learned a ton about
what truly goes into a fantastic art show!" -Joy Cho, Author and
Founder of Oh Joy! "I wish I'd had this book when I was a kid! I
always wanted my art to be in a big museum one day but, growing up
in a small town, that just seemed impossible. Making a Great
Exhibition is a beautifully illustrated behind-the-scenes peek at
exactly how art makes its way from an artist's mind to the big
white walls of a fancy gallery. Turns out, there are a lot of
people, with some very cool jobs, who make the magic happen-and any
book that shows kids (and parents!) they can grow up to have a
career in the arts is okay by me!" -Danielle Krysa, The Jealous
Curator An exciting insight into the workings of artists and
museums, Making a Great Exhibition is a colorful and playful
introduction geared to children ages 3 to 7. How does an artist
make a sculpture or a painting? What tools do they use? What
happens to the artwork next? This fun, inside look at the life of
an artwork shows the journey of two artists' work from studio to
exhibition. Stopping along the way we meet colorful
characters-curators, photographers, shippers, museum visitors, and
more! Both illustrator and author were raised in the art world,
spending their time in studios, doing homework in museum offices,
and going to special openings. They have teamed up to share their
experiences and love for this often mysterious world to a young
audience. London-based illustrator Rose Blake is best known for her
work in A History of Pictures for Children, by David Hockney and
Martin Gayford, which has been a worldwide success. Author Doro
Globus brings her love for the arts and kids together with this fun
journey.
Sure to be a family favorite, this fun and easy game will help
children develop memory, concentration, and matching skills. Plus
each card also features a caption that teaches young players the
names of 36 amazing animals!
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