Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about ancient reptiles such as Moschops, Bradysaurus and Dicynodon and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.

Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about swimming reptiles such as Placodus, Ichthyosaur and Plesiosaurus and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.

Mayans looks at one of the most fascinating and advanced ancient civilisations. Through structures as imposing as a sacrificial pyramid or objects as beautiful and complex as the Mayan calendar, readers aged 9 and up gain a picture of who was whom in ancient central America and how the civilisation in which they lived really worked. Perfect for Key Stage 2, each book in Great Civilisations approaches its subject through a scene-setting spread Who/where were the... then introduces the achievements of the chosen civilisation through 12 structures or objects, each of which illustrates a key aspect or theme. Writing, architecture, industry, warfare, transport and learning are all covered in the same simple, colourful and engaging way. Fact boxes and panels present incidental information and point the reader to the importance of parallel developments in other parts of the world.

This title offers Practical tips to help you sleep soundly, using natural remedies and relaxation techniques. It includes 50 tips on how to establish bedtime routines that will help you to sleep more deeply. Discover how improving your sleep patterns will bring benefits 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It shows you how to recognize what your particular sleep problems are and how to solve them using yoga, meditation, aromatherapy, and other techniques and rituals. Learn how to prepare simple and natural herbal remedies and essential oil blends. It helps you analyze your daily routine and a sleep pattern that suits your metabolism. It suggests the use of alternatives such as healing crystals and balancing and calming stones to aid sleep. Natural sleep is the best kind of sleep, and this book outlines solutions that avoid the medical quick fix. It examines diet, exercise, the environment, and the effect these have on our sleeping patterns. It gives practical tips on mental and physical relaxation methods, herbal remedies, aromatherapy, and bedtime rituals to help you wake each day feeling ready for whatever life brings.

Shang Dynasty China looks at one of the most fascinating and advanced ancient civilisations. Through structures as imposing as the tomb of a warrior queen or objects as beautiful and complex as a decorated bronze vessel, readers aged 9 and up gain a picture of who was who in ancient China and how the civilisation in which they lived worked. Perfect for Key Stage 2, each book in Great Civilisations approaches its subject through a scene-setting spread Who/where were the... then introduces the achievements of the chosen civilisation through 12 structures or objects, each of which illustrates a key aspect or theme. Writing, architecture, industry, warfare, transport and learning are all covered in the same simple, colourful and engaging way. Fact boxes and panels present incidental information and point the reader to the importance of parallel developments in other parts of the world.

Learn the fundamentals of Design Thinking and how to apply Design Thinking techniques in defining software development and AI solutions. Design Thinking is an approach to innovation which identifies problems and generates solution ideas that can be rapidly proven through prototyping. This book provides a brief history of Design Thinking and an overview of the process. It then drills down into more detail regarding methods and tools used in a Design Thinking workshops leading to useful prototypes. Guidance is provided on: Preparing for a Design Thinking Workshop Uncovering potential business problems that might be solved Prioritizing potential solutions Identifying and characterizing stakeholders Choosing the right prototypes for development Limiting scope and best practices in prototype building The book concludes with a discussion of best practices in operationalizing successful prototypes, and describes change management techniques critical for successful adoption. You can use the knowledge gained from reading this book to incorporate Design Thinking techniques in your software development and AI projects, and assure timely and successful delivery of solutions. What You Will Learn Gain foundational knowledge of what Design Thinking is and when to apply the technique Discover preparation and facilitation techniques used in workshops Know how ideas are generated and then validated through prototyping Understand implementation best practices, including change management considerations Who This Book Is For Business decision makers and project stakeholders as well as IT project owners who seek a method leading to fast development of successful software and AI prototypes demonstrating real business value. Also for data scientists, developers, and systems integrators who are interested in facilitating or utilizing Design Thinking workshops to drive momentum behind potential software development and AI projects.