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Horses have been our companions in work and leisure for thousands
of years. As a species we have profited immeasurably from their
resilience, strength and intelligence. In The Horse, Wendy Williams
travels the globe to discover the history of our noble companion,
one which stretches back fifty-six million years. From the streets
of Vienna to the rugged terrain of Galicia, Williams demonstrates
the horse's intelligence and strength. Blending profound scientific
insights with remarkable stories, The Horse is a unique biography
of the animal which has carried us across plains and into battle,
and whose fascinating past and finely-nuanced mind are brought to
life here in this masterful work of narrative non-fiction.
In this "deeply personal and lyrical book" (Publishers Weekly) from
the New York Times bestselling author of The Horse, Wendy Williams
explores the lives of one of the world's most resilient
creatures-the butterfly-shedding light on the role that they play
in our ecosystem and in our human lives. "[A] glorious and
exuberant celebration of these biological flying
machines...Williams takes us on a humorous and beautifully crafted
journey" (The Washington Post). From butterfly gardens to zoo
exhibits, these "flying flowers" are one of the few insects we've
encouraged to infiltrate our lives. Yet, what has drawn us to these
creatures in the first place? And what are their lives really like?
In this "entertaining look at 'the world's favorite insect'"
(Booklist, starred review), New York Times bestselling author and
science journalist Wendy Williams reveals the inner lives of these
delicate creatures, who are far more intelligent and tougher than
we give them credit for. Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of
miles each year from Canada to Mexico. Other species have learned
how to fool ants into taking care of them. Butterflies' scales are
inspiring researchers to create new life-saving medical technology.
Williams takes readers to butterfly habitats across the globe and
introduces us to not only various species, but "digs deeply into
the lives of both butterflies and [the] scientists" (Science
magazine) who have spent decades studying them. Coupled with years
of research and knowledge gained from experts in the field, this
accessible "butterfly biography" explores the ancient partnership
between these special creatures and humans, and why they continue
to fascinate us today. "Informative, thought-provoking," (BookPage,
starred review) and extremely profound, The Language of Butterflies
is a "fascinating book [that] will be of interest to anyone who has
ever admired a butterfly, and anyone who cares about preserving
these stunning creatures" (Library Journal).
Known as a "shock jock diva," Wendy Williams has had a following in
the nation's number one media market, New York City, and across the
nation from the time she became a top-rated radio personality and
"It Girl" in the mid-1990s--whether she's hosting her nationally
syndicated television talk show The Wendy Williams Show or doing
commentary for the VH1 Fashion Awards, her fans know that Wendy's
Got the Heat.Wendy Williams is the kind of media personality that
artists love because she builds them up--and fear because she can
bring them down. She's interviewed many of the biggest names in
entertainment--Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Houston, and Queen Latifah
among them--and is known for her ability to disarm and get them to
reveal their secrets. Known as both a "shock jock diva" and "the
biggest mouth in New York," Wendy Williams is always at the top of
her game, whether she's doing commentary for the VH1 Fashion Awards
or giving romantic advice. But there's more to the Queen of Urban
Radio than meets the mike. Wendy's Got the Heat is her story--about
growing up in a predominately white suburb, recovering from drug
addiction, struggling to launch a successful career in one of the
most male-dominated media industries--and it's by turns painful,
hilarious, triumphant, and totally true.
Go ahead . . . ask her anything
My teenage daughter is a klepto. I found a bunch of stuff with
tags in her closet, and I know she didn't buy them. What should I
do?
I feel like all I do is run around and take my three kids to
school, soccer, swim team, and gymnastics. I have no life. Help
My guy stays in touch with his exes on Facebook. He says it's
not cheating, but it makes me really angry. What should I do?
To her fans, media star Wendy Williams is "the friend in your
head"--the confidante whose blunt, in-your-face advice is just what
they need to hear. Drawn from the popular "Ask Wendy" segment of
her show, the book goes deep, addressing a variety of real-life
dilemmas and drama. Wendy answers questions about style, body
image, office etiquette, and, of course, sex. No topic is
off-limits, no situation too outrageous for her to tackle.
Wendy shoots straight to help you manage all the crazy that
comes into your life--keepin' it real by sharing the personal and
revealing experiences that have shaped her unique perspective.
Filled with fun personality quizzes, Wendy's laugh-out-loud
anecdotes, and tons of spot-on advice, Ask Wendy will help you find
the answers--and the solutions--you're looking for.
Written to help readers understand and develop expertise in both
teaching and learning, "Educational Psychology" focuses on the art
and science necessary to become an expert teacher. Renowned
scholars, Sternberg and Williams help readers capitalize on their
strengths by integrating questions into the text that encourage
analytical, creative, and practical thinking. This framework, based
on Sternberg's triarchic theory of human intelligence, helps ensure
that readers think deeply about what they are learning, rather than
merely processing information at a superficial level. In addition,
"Educational Psychology "also: Shows Readers How to Use Text
Principles in the Classroom
- Expert Teacher Interviews illustrate the classroom application
of chapter material.
- The Flexible Expert feature provides examples of
solutions-analytical, creative, and practical-for daily challenges
both students and teachers face in the classroom.
- Implications for Teaching illustrate the strategies expert
teachers use in the classroom, using specific concepts of
educational psychology.
Encourages Reflective Thinking
- Thinking Questions-Thinking Analytically, Thinking Creatively,
and Thinking Practically-appear throughout each chapter to
encourage readers to think deeply about chapter concepts.
- Constructing Your Own Learning activities help readers
understand constructivism by using the theory themselves to build
upon what they have read in the text.
- Forum debates illustrate contested educational issues -such as
homogenous versus heterogeneous grouping-and show that there are
middle-ground positions between extreme views of the issues.
- Becoming an Expert: Questions and Problems, grouped by
elementary, middle, and high school settings, invite readers to
apply chapter concepts to the problems of classroom practice.
Emphasizes Diversity, Helping Prepare Teachers for the Classrooms
of Today and Tomorrow
- Guidelines for providing support for gifted students and
students with disabilities are presented in Chapter 5: Individual
Differences.
- The educational implications of socioeconomic, cultural, gender
and linguistic diversity are discussed in detail in Chapter 6:
Group Differences.
The enthralling examination of one of the most popular and most
intriguing animals in the deep blue seaThe ocean is the last
remaining source of profound mystery and discovery on Earth with
eighty percent of it still largely unexplored; thus, it is of
perennial fascination. In Kraken: The Curious, Exciting, and
Slightly Disturbing Science of Squid, journalist Wendy Williams
introduces one of the ocean's most charismatic, monstrous,
enigmatic, and curious inhabitants: the squid. More than just
calamari, squid species are fascinatingly odd creatures, with much
to teach us about our own species, not to mention the obsessive
interest so many of us can't help but have for the enormous beast
that is the giant squid, which is quick to attack sperm whales, and
even submarines and boats. Williams also examines other equally
enthralling cephalopods, including the octopus and the cuttlefish,
and explores their otherworldly abilities, such as camouflage and
bioluminescence. Kraken takes the reader on a wild ride through the
world of squid science and adventure, along the way answering some
riddles about how the human brain works, what intelligence really
is, and what monsters lie in the deep. Wendy Williams weaves a rich
narrative tapestry around her subject, drawing powerfully on the
passions and discoveries of scientists, fisherman, and squid
enthusiasts around the world.
Pick up your needle and create landscapes filled with fanciful
flowers and creatures from field, forest, and ocean. Designer Wendy
Williams shows you how to make 15 applique projects in a style
that's part folk, part contemporary, and entirely delightful. Easy
freezer-paper techniques and wool felt make the stitching go
quickly. Add to the fun by embellishing with hand embroidery and
machine quilting. Includes 15 projects for all skill levels:
quilts, pillows, bags, sewing kit, needle case, and more. New ways
to mix wool, cotton, and linen give your applique a fresh look.
Includes instructions for 13 embroidery stitches.
Horses have been our companions in work and leisure for thousands
of years. As a species we have profited immeasurably from their
resilience, strength and intelligence. In The Horse, Wendy Williams
travels the globe to discover the history of our noble companion,
one which stretches back fifty-six million years. From the streets
of Vienna to the rugged terrain of Galicia, Williams demonstrates
the horse's intelligence and strength. Blending profound scientific
insights with remarkable stories, The Horse is a unique biography
of the animal which has carried us across plains and into battle,
and whose fascinating past and finely-nuanced mind are brought to
life here in this masterful work of narrative non-fiction.
Move over 50 Shades, there's a new romance in town. Superstar Wendy
Williams brings on the heat in her first ever, no-holds-barred,
down and dirty, romance novel.Kimberly Kind is trying to get beyond
her roots. A successful, beautiful, smart lawyer, she's finally
finding direction in her life and getting out of the streets. But a
terrible accident threatens to throw her carefully laid plans off
course. Now Kim's hiding a huge secret... one that could threaten
everything.Enter King. A perfect mix of Justin Timberlake and David
Beckham, the man oozes sex and has more swagger than anyone Kim's
ever met. Their chemistry is off the charts. But after
passion-filled nights, the intensity of their emotions takes both
of them by surprise.Love was not supposed to be an option. Now it's
the only thing holding them together. When their pasts come back
with a vengeance, can love possibly be enough?
On October 1, 2017, Las Vegas, Nevada suffered the worst mass
shooting in modern American history, resulting in 58 deaths and
over 500 injured. It broke my heart. Las Vegas is my home. I felt
like something needed to be done to help in a unique way." - JH
WILLIAMS III, Artist & Curating Editor This "unique way" was
the genesis of the WHERE WE LIVE anthology-a riveting collection of
both fictional stories and actual eye-witness accounts told by an
all-star line-up of the top talent working in comics today. All the
creators have graciously volunteered their time and talent to help
bring some sense to this senseless act and, in the process, raise
money for the survivors and their families. The book will include a
variety of perspectives with key themes exploring gun violence,
common sense gun control, value of a compassionate society, mental
health stigmatization, aftermath of tragedy and how individuals
& communities persevere and an appreciation of Las Vegas as a
vibrant community. 100% of the proceeds for the WHERE WE LIVE
anthology will be donated to Route 91 Strong, a non-profit
organization.
A voyeuristic look into life in the 70's and 80's to the present
day. A social history. seen through the eyes of the author this
compelling book allows the reader to laugh and cry along with him.
The aches and pains of a sometimes misspent youth, growing up in a
suburb of Bristol in the South West of England.
One of the most profound influences of globalisation is that people
from everywhere are falling in love with people from everywhere
else. The Globalisation of Love is about the whirls and twirls, the
quirks and perks, the frustrations and the fun of a multicultural
relationship. Multicultural couples have all the issues that exist
in monocultural relationships, plus whatever colourful combination
of culture, language, religion and ethnicity the couple bring into
their marriage. Based on interviews with multicultural couples from
around the world, The Globalisation of Love shows how they meet and
fall in love, how they choose a country to live in, what happens in
bilingual and trilingual families, how they deal with multicultural
kids and careers, the consequences of having a family that looks
like a mini-United Nations, how to laugh about cultural clashes
that make you cry, how to share in prayer around the world, what is
done for the holidays, what is cooking in the multicultural kitchen
and even who is cooking it. There is a world of multicultural
romance happening out there and it is all captured in The
Globalisation of Love.
As the reigning "Queen of Radio," Ritz Harper has managed to out,
ridicule, jack up or mess over everyone and anyone, from hip-hop
stars to high-class snobs. So, she's decided to take her career to
the next level: "Hollywood, baby!"
Decked out in Chanel from head to toe, and sporting bodacious
new breast implants, Ritz is ready for her close-up. But first, she
has to deal with the dirtiest dealmakers in Tinsel Town -- and the
trashiest trash-talkers in her reckless past. Is Ritz worried? Of
course not. She's saving all the drama for her on-air debut, where
the scandalicious details of her life could send her ratings
through the roof. Even if the hottest players and heaviest hitters
in Hollywood come gunning for her, this tell-it-like-it-is
bombshell plans to drop a few bombs of her own -- before you can
say "Lights! Camera! "How you doin'?""
Cycling the open road has its pleasures but it can also be
intimidating, especially for the novice or the parent with young
children. Fortunate, there's another option for those cyclist who
have something a little more peaceful and recreational in mind: the
paved bike path. Free of cars, red lights, and exhaust fumes,
recreational paths are popping up everywhere. In The Best Bike
Paths of New England, Wendy Williams has done you the favor of
finding them in advance.
Organized by state, The Best Bike Paths of New England is the
only comprehensive listing of these community treasures, describing
forty-five paths and detailing everything you'll need to know about
each one:
-- A map of each state showing you where the path is
-- A detailed description of the path, including mileage
-- General background, including the history of the path and any
useful tourist information
-- The level of difficulty, type of scenery, and condition of
pavement
-- Availability of food and bathrooms
-- Directions, including the most accessible parking area
Whether you want to coast alongside the send dunes of Nantucket
and Martha's Vineyard, climb the White Mountains of New Hampshire,
or explore Maine's Acadia National Park, there's a bike path
waiting for you. So fill your water baffle, pack a lunch, pump up
your tires, and prepare for a great ride!
Cycling the open road has its pleasures but it can also be
intimidating, especially for the novice or the parent with young
children. Fortunately, there's another option for those cyclists
who have something a little more peaceful and recreational in mind:
the paved bike path. Free of cars, red lights, and exhaust fumes,
recreational paths are popping up everywhere. In The Best Bike
Paths of the Southwest, Wendy Williams has done you the favor of
finding them in advance.Organized by state, The Best Bike Paths of
the Southwest is the only comprehensive listing of these community
treasures, describing fifty-six paths and detailing everything
you'll need to know about each one:
-- A map of each state, showing you where the path is
-- A detailed description of the path, including mileage
-- General background, including the history of the path and any
useful tourist information
-- The level of difficulty, type of scenery, and condition of
pavement
-- Availability of food and bathrooms
-- Directions, including the most accessible parking area
Whether you want to explore San Francisco's East Bay, discover
Arizona's breathtaking Sabino Canyon, or cruise along Nevada's
Truckee River, there's a bike path waiting for you. So fill your
water bottle, pack a lunch, pump up your tires, and prepare for a
great ride!
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