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Gossie & Friends Big Book of Adventures
by Olivier DunreaRomp, tromp, and stroll around the barnyard with the lovable gaggle of Gossie & Friends. The first six stories from Gossie’s world are collected in this bright edition, perfect for emerging readers. Olivier Dunrea’s relatable themes and expressive illustrations will draw kids in to these stories, while bonus downloadable audio with page-turn signals helps guide those who are just beginning to decode text on their own. This value-packed volume includes Gossie, Gossie and Gertie, Ollie, Ollie the Stomper, Peedie, BooBoo, Gideon, Gideon and Otto, and Jasper and Joop.
Gossie: With Read-aloud Download (My First I Can Read)
by Olivier DunreaMeet Gossie in this My First I Can Read book about friendship and sharing, from the world of Olivier Dunrea's Gossie & Friends.Gossie is a small yellow gosling who loves to wear bright red boots—every day. But one morning she can't find them! This sweet story models social-emotional growth for the youngest children using simple language and adorable illustrations of baby farm animals.Olivier Dunrea's Gossie & Friends books have long been preschool favorites; the earnest characters are at once both deeply relatable and inspirational for young readers. This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
Gotcha! Gotcha Back! #19
by Nancy KrulikKatie and her friend George try to spice up the school day by playing a few practical jokes. Using a special kit full of whoopee cushions, pepper gum, and a water-spraying camera, the two kids make a splash pulling off gag after gag. But then Katie turns into George--just as he gets blamed for all the trouble! How will Katie get out of this one? .
Gotta Warn the Unicorns! #7 (Princess Pulverizer #7)
by Nancy KrulikPrincess Pulverizer's next good deed: unite the unicorns and keep them from getting captured. She may not be a knight yet, but she won't let that stop her from saving the day!Princess Pulverizer and her pals are well on their way to completing her Quest of Kindness. But they know they can't continue it until they help Fortune--the unicorn they recently rescued--find his family. So when a fearful king orders his knights to capture all the unicorns they can, it's up to the princess and her friends to warn the unicorns before it's too late!Praise for Princess Pulverizer: Grilled Cheese and Dragons[*]"Very funny series . . ." --Publishers Weekly, starred review"A wacky adventure that stands out through highlighting its heroine's foibles, giving her plenty of room to grow in future installments." --Kirkus"This spirited chapterbook is an obvious choice for Princess in Black grads and Hamster Princess fans." --Booklist"A strong series opener and a solid choice for those looking to increase their early chapter book holdings." --School Library Journal
Gould's Pathophysiology For The Health Professions
by Robert J. HubertLearn the essential concepts of major diseases/disorders and disease processes. Gould’s Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6th Edition is a concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals of pathophysiology. Continuing in its well-known tradition of readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, the text is updated with the latest research and trends in human disease. Disorders are described by body system, with coverage of the interactions between systems, and special features help you to apply the material to real-life situations. No matter which healthcare field you may enter, this book provides solid preparation for the conditions you may encounter in clinical practice.
Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions (Fifth Edition)
by Karin C. Vanmeter Robert J. HubertThis book provides an introduction to pathophysiology for students in a variety of academic programs and describes major disorders as well as selected additional diseases with the intention of providing information on a broad spectrum.
Governance and Policy in Sport Organizations (2nd edition)
by Mary A. Hums Joanne MacleanHums (U. of Louisville) and MacLean (Brock U.) provide a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students on the fundamentals of sport governance and its relationship to current policies and ethical issues facing sport managers. It covers managerial activities relating to governance and policy development and the specific governance structures of sport industry segments. In this edition, websites are included, case studies have been added, and new material on how North American high school, intercollegiate, and professional sports programs differ from other countries is provided. Sections on current policy have been updated, with discussion of topics such as recruitment, the use of technology in paralympic sport, and racism in European football. Other new sections cover vision statements, using parliamentary procedure, and the structures of the YWCA, Jewish community centers, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Governing Texas
by Jason P. Casellas Anthony Champagne Edward J. HarphamThe most trusted source for comprehensive coverage. The text and its groundbreaking InQuizitive course get students to think critically about recent political controversies. Students will analyze public opinion data with new “What Do Texans Think?” features. And a new chapter, “Building the Future: Public Policies for a Changing Texas,” asks students to grapple with the big issues that will shape the future of Texas political life: education, immigration, transportation, and water.
Governing Texas (Second edition)
by Anthony Champagne Edward J. HarphamGoverning Texas, Second Edition, offers extensive, easy-to-use tools to help students understand the basics of Texas politics and compare Texas to other states, and to help instructors assess students on state-mandated learning outcomes.
Governing the Metropolitan Region: America's New Frontier
by David Y. Miller Raymond W. Iii CoxGoverning the Metropolitan Region: America's New Frontier is a new, up-to-date text for the basic local government management course (upper division or graduate) that addresses the structural, political and management issues associated with regional and metropolitan government. It also can complement more specialized courses such as urban planning, urban government, state and local politics, and intergovernmental relations. Key features:--More current than other available books on the subject. --Introduces the key concept of the urban core as the basis for governance of the overall metropolitan area. --The first book to stress the interconnectedness of intergovernmental relations and state-local politics for political scientists, the political sociology of community for the urban planners, and governance as both a political and management issue for those in public administration. --Exceptional coverage of fiscal issues and intergovernmental relationships. Governing the Metropolitan Region: America's New Frontier is supported with extensive charts and graphs, summary Things to Ponder sections to spark further thought and discussion, and an extensive bibliography.
Government Alive! Power, Politics, and You
by The Editors at the National Constitution Center the Teachers' Curriculum InstituteThis book intends to equip the readers with the knowledge and skills necessary on the journey to becoming an active and informed citizen.
Government By The People 2014 Elections and Updates Edition
by Paul C. Light David B. Magleby Christine L. NemacheckThroughout, authors David Magleby, Paul Light, and Christine Nemacheck highlight the central role that people play in a constitutional democracy, inspiring students to see how similarities and differences in political beliefs continue to shape government to this day. The 2014 Elections and Updates Edition includes coverage of the major issues in today's headlines to engage students in learning, as well as to boost the relevance of course material to students' lives.
Government By the People: National, State, and Local Version (20th Edition)
by James Macgregor Burns Thomas E. Cronin Paul C. Light David B. Magleby J. W. Peltason David M. O’brienGovernment by the People is considered the most authoritative text, educating students to understand how the American political system works.
Government For Everybody
by Steven L. JantzenThe purpose of this book is to provide an engaging, readable and thorough course in U.S. Government. The consise reading passages, high graphics-to-text ratio, frequent question sets, and emphasis on vocabulary support the learning of students who have difficulty, while also being useful for all students.
Government In America: People, Politics And Policy
by Martin P. Wattenberg Robert L. Lineberry George C. EdwardsAn undergraduate text concentrating on constitutional foundations, patterns of political behavior, political institutions, and public policy outputs. Contains chapter summaries, key terms, and discussion questions, and boxes on politics since the 1960s; public opinion; comparison of the US with other nations in areas such as tax rates. Includes color photos and graphics. This second edition expands coverage of theories of democracy; fiscal federalism; the Constitution and religion; the media; and candidate-centered politics. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc. , Portland, Or.
Government Regulation and the Legal Environment of Business
by Jethro K. Lieberman Don Mayer Daniel M. Warner George J. SiedelMayer, Warner, Siedel and Lieberman's Government Regulation and the Legal Environment of Business is an up-to-date textbook that covers legal issues that students must understand in today’s highly regulated business environment. The text is organized to permit instructors to tailor the materials to their particular approach. The authors take special care to engage students by relating law to everyday events with their clear, concise and readable style.
Government Today Workbook
by Beverly VaillancourtThis book contains unit lessons on Government and the Rights of People Workbook Activity, Freedoms-You and the Constitution, The Executive Branch, The Offices of the Executive Branch, The Legislative Branch and The Judicial Branch.
Government and Politics in South Asia
by Yogendra K MalikThis comprehensive but accessible text provides students with a systematic introduction to the comparative political study of the leading nations of South Asia: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. The seventh edition is extensively revised and updated, benefiting from the fresh perspective brought on by adding a new author to the team. New material includes discussions of political parties and leaders in India, the Zardari regime and changes to the Pakistani constitution, the rocky relationship between Pakistan and the Obama administration, new prospects and dangers facing Bangladesh, continuing political violence in Sri Lanka, and the troubles facing Nepal as it attempts to draft a new constitution. Organized in parallel fashion to facilitate cross-national comparison, the sections on each nation address several topical areas of inquiry: political culture and heritage, government structure and institutions, political parties and leaders, conflict and resolution, and modernization and development. A statistical appendix provides a concise overview of leading demographic and economic indicators for each country, making Government and Politics in South Asia an invaluable addition to courses on the politics of South Asia.