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Midnights (Paperback)
C. D Wright; Illustrated by Beverly Pepper; Jane Miller
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R481
Discovery Miles 4 810
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Poet Jane Miller collaborates with artist Beverly Pepper on a
highly personal journey through the debris of the poet's crumbling
relationship, and her mother's descent into illness. Beautifully
rendered poems and short chapters of poetic prose combine with
Pepper's chalk and oil drawings to form an intimate and unique
meditation on the nature of love, of heartache, of the many
midnights we, each and every one of us, live through and carry with
us through our lives. "The goal is not to make sense of, but art of
this story," writes poet C.D. Wright in her introduction. "The goal
is not to make a story but to experience the whole mess. There are
mental sufferings and physical sufferings to go through; to
apprehend if one can. There are the spent casings of history to
sift through, pick up and examine. Calm-like, hysterical, forensic.
This life not just a worn passage." In the end, the light shines
through Miller's midnights and the rewards of passing through the
darkness with her are countless.
Statistics and Chemometrics for Analytical Chemistry 7th edition
provides a clear, accessible introduction to main statistical
methods used in modern analytical laboratories. It continues to be
the ideal companion for students in Chemistry and related fields
keen to build their understanding of how to conduct high quality
analyses in areas such as the safety of food, water and medicines,
environmental monitoring, and chemical manufacturing. With a focus
on the underlying statistical ideas, this book incorporates useful
real world examples, step by step explanation and helpful exercises
throughout. Features of the new edition: * Significant revision of
the Quality of analytical measurements chapter to incorporate more
detailed coverage of the estimation of measurement uncertainty and
the validation of analytical methods. * Updated coverage of a range
of topics including robust statistics, Bayesian methods, and
testing for normality of distribution, plus expanded material on
regression and calibration methods. * Additional experimental
design methods, including the increasingly popular optimal designs.
* Worked examples have been updated throughout to ensure
compatibility with the latest versions of Excel and Minitab. *
Exercises are available at the end of each chapter to allow student
to check understanding and prepare for exams. Answers are provided
at the back of the book for handy reference. This book is aimed at
undergraduate and graduate courses in Analytical Chemistry and
related topics. It will also be a valuable resource for researchers
and chemists working in analytical chemistry.
The groundbreaking book that explains Sensory Processing Difference (SPD)–and presents a drug-free approach that offers hope for parents–now revised and updated.
Does your child exhibit…
- Over-responsivity–or under-responsivity–to touch or movement? A child with SPD may be a “sensory avoider,” withdrawing from touch, refusing to wear certain clothing, avoiding active games–or he may be a “sensory disregarder,” needing a jump start to get moving.
- Over-responsivity–or under-responsivity–to sounds, sights taste, or smell? She may cover her ears or eyes, be a picky eater, or seem oblivious to sensory cues.
- Cravings for sensation? The “sensory craver” never gets enough of certain sensations, e.g., messy play, spicy food, noisy action, and perpetual movement.
- Poor sensory discrimination? She may not sense the difference between objects or experiences–unaware of what she’s holding unless she looks, and unable to sense when she’s falling or how to catch herself.
- Unusually high or low activity level? The child may be constantly on the go–wearing out everyone around him–or move slowly and tire easily, showing little interest in the world.
- Problems with posture or motor coordination? He may slouch, move awkwardly, seem careless or accident-prone.
These are often the first clues to Sensory Processing Difference–a common but frequently misdiagnosed problem in which the central nervous system misinterprets messages from the senses. The Out-of-Sync Child offers comprehensive, clear information for parents and professionals–and a drug-free treatment approach for children.
This revised edition includes expanded information about SPD “look-alikes,” including Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and autism; about diagnosis and treatments; and about other topics.
Originally published in 1984. This book charts important changes
brought about by teachers in the way literature is read and written
about in schools. Rooted in experiences of inner-city schools, it
is extremely practical and especially valuable for the multi-ethnic
classroom. The writers, all of whom are experienced teachers of
English, believe, however, that all schools need to respond to the
cultural, racial and linguistic diversity of British society,
whether their own populations are homogeneous or mixed. By
concentrating on real classrooms, real lessons and real children,
the book shows how particular ideas can be put into practice. It
approaches theories of reading and of literature through specific
examples of lively and successful practice and argues the ease for
the centrality of literature and literacy to the curriculum. The
book includes lists of resources: books to read with children and
books for teachers to read for themselves to deepen their
understanding of the ideas and their confidence in adapting them
for their own classrooms. Throughout the book continuities are
emphasized: between life and literature, between reading and
writing, and between learning to read, becoming better at it, and
studying literature.
Originally published in 1984. This book charts important changes
brought about by teachers in the way literature is read and written
about in schools. Rooted in experiences of inner-city schools, it
is extremely practical and especially valuable for the multi-ethnic
classroom. The writers, all of whom are experienced teachers of
English, believe, however, that all schools need to respond to the
cultural, racial and linguistic diversity of British society,
whether their own populations are homogeneous or mixed. By
concentrating on real classrooms, real lessons and real children,
the book shows how particular ideas can be put into practice. It
approaches theories of reading and of literature through specific
examples of lively and successful practice and argues the ease for
the centrality of literature and literacy to the curriculum. The
book includes lists of resources: books to read with children and
books for teachers to read for themselves to deepen their
understanding of the ideas and their confidence in adapting them
for their own classrooms. Throughout the book continuities are
emphasized: between life and literature, between reading and
writing, and between learning to read, becoming better at it, and
studying literature.
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Transform your ideas and data into norm-referenced standardized
tests with this "how-to" manual. Edited by the author of the Miller
Assessment for Preschoolers (MAP), a nationally standardized,
norm-referenced test, Developing Norm-Referenced Standardized Tests
is designed specifically for occupational and physical therapists
who have an interest in conducting research, either with
established scientists or independently in order to pursue
questions of interest. This unique volume leads the reader through
the process of test development step-by-step, including
identification of a concept that should be subjected to testing,
development of appropriate test items, and the procedures for
standarizing a norm-referenced test. Not only will professionals
learn to develop new tests, but they will also increase their
understanding of the process of test development for instruments
which are already available.
Self-injurious behavior occurs in almost half of those with autism
and is one of the most devastating and challenging-to-treat
behaviors. There are many different forms of self-injury, such as
head banging, hand biting, hair pulling, excessive scratching, and
much more. With contributions from the leading experts in research
and treatment, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of
self-injurious behavior (SIB) in people with Autism Spectrum
Disorder (ASD) or related developmental disabilities, and the
different methods available to treat them. Medical and behavioral
researchers have studied SIB for over 50 years, but many
practitioners and parents are still unfamiliar with the wide range
of contributing causes and treatment options. Beginning with an
explanation of SIB and its various forms, the contributors outline
the many possible underlying causes of self-injury, such as
seizures, hormonal imbalance in teenagers, gastrointestinal
conditions, allergies, and stress, and show how a
multi-disciplinary approach when uncovering the causes of
self-injury can lead to successful treatment strategies. They
explain the treatment options available for SIB, including
nutritional, medical, psychiatric, sensory, and behavioral
approaches, and show how an integrative approach to treating
self-injury may be effective for many individuals. The book will be
an invaluable addition to the bookshelves of any practitioner
working with people with an ASD or related condition, as well as
parents and direct care providers.
Revised and updated--the authoritative bestseller that presents the
latest research on Sensory Processing Disorder.
Sensory Processing Disorder is an increasingly common diagnosis,
with a wide range of symptoms that can be difficult for parents and
pediatricians to identify. In Sensational Kids, internationally
renowned expert Dr. Miller shares her more than forty years of
experience and research findings on SPD. Now in its fourteenth
printing, with more than 50,000 copies sold in all formats, it is
an authoritative and practical guide to understanding and treating
this little-understood condition.
Newly updated, this revised edition will include the latest
research on SPD's relationship to autism, as well as new treatment
options and coping strategies for parents, teachers, and others who
care for kids with SPD. Other topics include:
The signs and symptoms of SPD
Its four major subtypes
How the disorder is diagnosed and treated sensory strategies to
help SPD kids develop, learn and succeed, in school and in life.
For the past four years Jane Miller, author of Crazy Age: Thoughts
on Being Old, has been writing a column for an American magazine
called In These Times. Her beautifully observed pieces about life,
politics and Britain open a window to her American readers of a
world very different from their own. 'Her erudition is both
dazzling and lightly borne, the personal often illuminating the
political . . . Miller's is a welcome, necessary voice - readable,
informative and entertaining' Times Literary Supplement Jane
Miller, author of the acclaimed Crazy Age, has for the past few
years been writing a column for an American magazine based in
Chicago called In These Times. Now, these beautifully observed
pieces about life, politics and Britain, which opened a window for
Americans on a world rather different from their own, are collected
and published for the first time for her British readers. 'Miller
is a fantastic companion' Viv Groskop, Telegraph
Color is key when you "braid" a variety of fabrics into an
eye-catching quilt. Learn to identify value in fabric and use it to
create the effect you want-in these quilts and every quilt you
make! Fourteen projects range from striking wall hangings to bed
quilts.
"Animals are more complete than people. They are wonderful
teachers, therapists and role models for us all. Read Healing
Companions and learn about their ability to guide and heal us
all."--Bernie Siegel, MD, author of Smudge Bunny As the more than
65 million dog owners in America will attest, there's something
about the presence of a dog that inspires confidence, nurtures
emotional well-being, and brings out the best in ourselves. But for
some people, the presence of a dog can do even more. Written by the
leading expert in an emerging new field of therapy, Healing
Companions is the first book to detail how dogs are increasingly
benefiting those who suffer from a range of emotional ills, from
eating disorders and anxiety to agoraphobia, depression, and
post-traumatic stress. Healing Companions will teach you: * What
criteria to consider when choosing the right dog for you. * What
kind of training service dogs require. * What to expect and how to
respond when you take a service dog out in public. * How a dog can
compliment other forms of therapy. * How to navigate the procedural
regulations that apply to a service dog. * How to recognize the
dog's needs and provide it with proper care. * And much more.
In 1964, the release of Dr. Bernard Rimland's book, Infantile
Autism, revolutionized the autism field by providing the autism
community with much-needed guidance on how to understand and treat
individuals on the spectrum. He single-handedly realigned the field
from a psychodynamic, parent-blaming perspective to a scientific,
physiological course of action. This 50th anniversary edition
presents the original book with contributions from leaders in the
autism field, including Drs. Martha Herbert and Simon Baron-Cohen,
who celebrate Dr. Rimland's exceptional work, and place his
findings within the context of autism as we understand it today.
Bringing Dr. Rimland's findings up to date for a new generation of
readers, this book will be fascinating reading for parents and
those on the autism spectrum as well as professionals working with
autism and anyone with an interest in autism and/or psychological
theory.
Describes life on any Rancho in Mexico in the early 70's,
situations familiar as well as amusing. Like Water for Chocolate,
these twelve short stories of love unfold in the Mexican desert. As
a young woman I was introduced to one particular family when I
spoke no Spanish and they spoke no English. Young readers will find
this bi-cultural adventure packed with anthropological moments that
come to life. Whether getting water or getting married humans
change little from one generation to the next. The love of beauty,
awe, and surprise is never out of date and always worth
remembering. The stories are written and formatted side by side for
ease to learn Spanish or learn English. The translations are unique
as a testament and educational. I have told these crazy stories at
parties and to strangers for forty years. The stories are meant to
cross cultures and bring joy to anyone who is learning to bridge
two worlds through the language of communication from Spanish into
English.
The Stations of the Cross became a Christian devotional practice in
the thirteenth century. This collection of image and text
highlights new perspectives on an ancient tradition. Miller has
used the ritual metaphorically to journey with Jesus Christ from
his trial to his entombment. The participants use Christian art to
meditation on the Biblical story. The story of Jesus Christ's final
sufferings reveal themselves like a passion play as we walk with
Him to Mount Calvary. Sacred Art is more than biblical story
telling. These 15 Stations of the Cross were designed to help
navigate through a prescribed set of messages and motif to
understand better how we humans fit into Christ's message of love.
Three times he meets the Women, three times he falls and is only
helped once, He is stripped of his dignity yet is resurrected into
light and loving energy. The hope is to understand the ritual
practice, which is no longer limited to only church, but speaks of
our human capacity to go beyond suffering.
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