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For Human Sexuality courses in psychology, sociology, anthropology,
health and biology departments. (SP0801) This appealing, readable
and humanistic guide to human sexuality achieves a sound balance
between facts and understanding, giving students the information
they need to make responsible decisions and helping them feel
comfortable about themselves while learning about their sexuality.
The text continues its reputation as the best value for the money
with a built-in study guide at the end of each chapter. This new
edition comes in an attractive, new four color design.
For introductory-level survey courses in Western Civilization and
European History and Civilization. This authoritative text presents
an engaging and balanced narrative of the central developments in
Western history, while seamlessly integrating coverage of social,
cultural, and political history. The Tenth Edition provides updated
scholarship, expanded coverage of European imperialism prior to
World War I, streamlined coverage of the period between the two
World Wars, and a brand new feature-Compare & Connect-which
presents students with two or more documents that reflect opposing
viewpoints on a topic and engages them to become part of the
historical discourse.
For an undergraduate introductory level course in humanities. An
introduction to the world's major civilizations. This Fourth
Edition is an introduction to the world's major civilizations-to
their artistic achievements, their history, and their cultures.
Through an integrated approach to the humanities, Arts and Culture
offers an opportunity to view works of art, read literature, and
listen to music in historical and cultural contexts. In studying
the humanities, we focus our attention on works of art, literature,
and music that reflect and embody the central values and beliefs of
particular cultures and specific historical moments.
Helps students understand how culture impacts development in
adolescence and emerging adulthood. Grounded in a global cultural
perspective (within and outside of the US), this text enriches the
discussion with historical context and an interdisciplinary
approach, including studies from fields such as anthropology and
sociology, in addition to the compelling psychological research on
adolescent development. This book also takes into account the
period of "emerging adulthood" (ages 18-25), a term coined by the
author, and an area of study for which Arnett is a leading expert.
Arnett continues the fifth edition with new and updated studies,
both U.S. and international. MyDevelopmentLab is an integral part
of the Arnett program. Key learning applications include a
personalized study plan, MyDevelopmentLab Video Series, and
MyVirtualTeen. A better teaching and learning experience This
program will provide a better teaching and learning experience- for
you and your students. Here's how: * Personalize Learning -
MyDevelopmentLab is online learning. MyDevelopmentLab engages
students through personalized learning and helps instructors from
course preparation to delivery and assessment. * Improve Critical
Thinking - Students learn to think critically about the influence
of culture on development with pedagogical features such as Culture
Focus boxes and Historical Focus boxes. * Engage Students - Arnett
engages students with cross cultural research and examples
throughout. MyVirtualTeen, an interactive simulation, allows
students to apply the concepts they are learning to their own
"virtual teen." * Explore Research - "Research Focus" provides
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Discover the Russian Revolution through fashion! What did the Tsar
and Tsarina wear at their engagement? Why did Lenin wear a red
ribbon? Cut out the sixteen colourful costumes, for both women and
men, then dress up the dolls to learn about the styles of this
turbulent age and lots about its intriguing history too.
At the beginning of the 11th century, General Yang sends his son
Zongbao to exterminate the bandit living in Dragon-Taming Wood. In
the forest, Zongbao is surprised by the bandit's teenage daughter,
a kung fu prodigy, who challenged him to unarmed combat. Her deal?
If Zongbao wins, she will lead him to her father's secret hideout.
If she wins, she will take him to her father as her prisoner. So
begins Mu Guiying's extraordinary story, which will end with a
spectacular battle for the destiny of her country.
A whirlwind tour of the entire globe, this beautifully illustrated
atlas is jam-packed with facts about every country in the world,
perfect for readers 8+. Where would you like to visit next? Take a
tour of every single country in the world within the pages of The
World Book. Featuring a special diecut globe cover, this book is
packed with facts, stats and flags - explore different cultures and
the best things to see, do and taste on this planet. Find out how
to say 'good morning' in Maltese, the most popular dishes in
Colombian cuisine, and where you can see over 60 species of
hummingbird. Seek out the tallest mountain, the longest river, and
everything in between.
Many people are fascinated by tales of lost civilizations such as
Atlantis, Camelot, El Dorado and Lemuria because they believe they
may have been real places. There is documented evidence that
suggests some ancient stories of lost worlds are grounded in truth.
But were they real ancient worlds or mythical lost realms? Be a
mystery solver by finding out where stories of these ancient
civilizations may have come from and use all the evidence to decide
what you believe.
Tells the story of Paul Revere's ride to Lexington in April 1775 to
warn colonists in Massachusetts of approaching British troops.
Written in graphic-novel format.
Born into slavery, Rebecca Crumpler became the first Black female
physician in America. Stuntwoman Bessie Coleman was the first Black
person in the world to obtain a pilot's license. The work of Harlem
Renaissance sculptor Selma Burke can be found on the American dime.
The calculations of NASA mathematician Katherine Goble Johnson were
critical to the success of US manned spaceflight. These Black women
and many more overcame tremendous obstacles and prejudices to make
their mark on American history. In She Led the Way, you'll read
their inspiring stories and the stories of ten more innovative,
courageous, artistic, and driven women who broke through barriers
of gender and color in order to reach their goals and fulfill their
potential in a world that was too often indifferent and even
hostile. Includes illustrations.
The most learner-centered and assessment-driven text available.
Praised for a very engaging writing style, comprehensive coverage
of key research, and strong pedagogical features, Ciccarelli and
White focus on getting students to read their textbook. Using the
most recent recommended APA undergraduate psychology learning
outcomes, the authors establish clear learning objectives for
students that are tied to these objectives. Student and instructors
praise Ciccarelli and White's approach to teaching and learning in
today's classroom. The thirteen-chapter table of contents covers
the essentials that every introductory psychology student should
know and fits easily into a one-semester course. A better teaching
and learning experience This program will provide a better teaching
and learning experience- for you and your students. Here's how:
*Personalize Learning - The new MyPsychLab delivers proven results
in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that
personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with
educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and
instructors achieve their goals. *Improve Critical Thinking -
Features such as Student Voice and Link icons help students
understand the material easily. The Student Voice Questions create
a dialogue between the reader and the text while the Link icons
connect all the related fields of psychology to one another.
*Engage Students - The highly visual features such as chapter
opening prologues, concept maps, and special feature essays are
designed to capture student interest immediately. *Explore Research
- With updated references, readers will continue to read about the
most current research. Special feature essays found within the
narrative cover interesting topics related to the chapter material.
*Support Instructors - This program provide instructors with
unbeatable resources, including state-of-the art Interactive
PowerPoints embedded with videos, the NEW MyPsychLab Video Series,
an easy to use Instructor's Manual, a class tested Test Bank with
item analysis data, an online test generator (MyTest) and the new
MyPsychLab.
'Great Lives in Graphics' reimagines the lives of extraordinary
people in vivid technicolour, presenting 250+ fascinating facts in
a new and exciting way. You may already know that Albert Einstein
was a scientist, but did you know he never wore socks? Or that he
had a violin named Lina? This graphic retelling of Albert's story
gives children a visual snapshot of his life and the world he grew
up in, while educating them on everything from how gravity works to
the importance of creative thinking. This book is aimed at children
aged 8 to 12.
Recognizing the widespread American Indian belief that you can
learn while you play and play while you learn, "Native American
Games and Stories" provides young readers with stories and games
that educate and entertain them. Illustrations.
Roll up, roll up! Get your special edition copy of the Anglo-Saxon
Times today! Bursting with news and features, including headline
news, religious news, farming news, food and drink, fashion
highlights, arts and entertainment, property, handy hints and even
items for sale, you will find everything you need to know about
what's going on in Anglo-Saxon England. Written and designed in a
newspaper style, the Anglo-Saxon Times covers the KS2 History
Curriculum in a fun and inventive way.
Seth was the Egyptian god of war, chaos, and storms. Seth explores
the well-known god's backstory and the role this crafty, devious
god played in Egyptian mythology.
Brand new from the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It's
time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly
intriguing pages of Boudica's Secret Diary. Terry Deary steps into
the mind of one of history's most powerful warriors, bringing you
Boudica's thoughts on: the Romans! uprisings! marriage! Gaul!
Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and
Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind. Horrible
Histories' Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important
figures from history. Fully illustrated throughout and told from
the character's (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary
reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the
events that shaped their lives. Covering key moments in Boudica's
life and the history of the Roman Empire's rule in Britain, the
Secret Diary of Boudica reveals her: reaction to becoming the
warrior Queen of the Iceni relationship with her servant and
friend, Marcus leadership of her Celtish tribe battles against the
Roman Empire Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal
era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture
the imagination!
Can you imagine a time when the punishment for stealing was death
by hanging? Or when a person had to plunge their arm into boiling
water to prove their innocence? It is hard to believe, but these
are all punishments for crimes committed in Britain during the last
1,000 years. Some crimes have changed and others remain the same.
However, how we punish crime has changed a lot, thankfully! This
book tells the gruesome story of British crime and punishment over
the centuries, from 1066 to the present. With fascinating topic
fact boxes and a timeline, this book will keep readers on the
straight and narrow!
Recreates the childhood of the woman traditionally remembered as the maker of the first American flag, which was secretly presented to General George Washington in Philadelphia in 1776.
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