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Splat the Cat: Good Night, Sleep Tight (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonJoin Splat the Cat in this funny story about an unlikely camp friendship from New York Times bestselling author and artist Rob Scotton. Splat is really excited about going camping—until his mom tells him she has invited his rival, Spike.Will Spike ruin Splat's trip? Or maybe Splat will learn that his worst enemy isn't so different from him after all…Splat the Cat: Blow, Snow, Blow is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own. Beginning readers will love this hilarious addition to the Splat series that features the long -i sound.
Splat the Cat: I Can Read Level 1 (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat can't wait to try out his brand-new roller skates! But when it starts to rain, Splat's sure that his day will be ruined. Is there anything fun to do inside?Beginning readers will love this easy-to-read addition to the Splat library!
Splat the Cat: I Scream for Ice Cream (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonJoin Splat and his class on a field trip to an ice-cream factory in this delectable I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton.Splat can barely sit still during the bus ride. He's imagining the mountain of ice cream he thinks he'll get to eat! But when Splat gets there, that mountain becomes more of an avalanche. It's up to Splat and his classmates to save the day!Beginning readers will practice the –eam sound in this easy-to-read addition to the Splat series.Splat the Cat: I Scream for Ice Cream is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
Splat the Cat: Splat and Seymour, Best Friends Forevermore (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat and Seymour learn how much they value their friendship in this warm I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. When Splat plans a sweet surprise for his best pal, he unintentionally makes Seymour worry that their friendship is coming to an end. Will all the silliness split this pair apart or bring them closer than ever? Beginning readers will practice the -ore sound and delight in the hilarious measures Splat takes to surprise his best friend in this easy-to-read addition to the Splat series.Splat the Cat: Splat and Seymour, Best Friends Forevermore is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat: Splat the Cat Sings Flat (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat's class is preparing to sing on Parents' Night, but Splat has stage fright! What will it take for him to overcome his fear?
Splat the Cat: The Name of the Game (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat the Cat's friends Spike and Plank are coming over to play games. Splat is excited to play with them . . . until everything starts to go wrong! First he trips and falls in Mouse, Mouse, Cat—and then he can't find a good hiding spot in hide-and-seek. Readers will delight as Splat finds a way to have fun in the end.The Name of the Game is a perfect story for kids just learning to read, with bright, vivid illustrations and an easy-to-follow text full of Splat's signature humor!
Splat the Cat: Twice the Mice (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat gets to meet Seymour's brother, Brice, in this fun-filled I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton.Splat is thrilled when he finds out that Seymour's brother is coming to visit. Splat even stays up all night planning ways to impress his new friend. Although Splat's big surprise takes a calamitous turn, everyone ends up having even more fun than they expected!Beginning readers will practice the -ice sound in this easy-to-read addition to the Splat series.Splat the Cat: Twice the Mice is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat: Up In The Air At The Fair (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat the Cat is back in New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Rob Scotton's beginning reader Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair. In this Level 1 I Can Read book, Splat, Spike, and Plank can't wait to go to the fair. But when Kitten can't come, the friends are determined to bring her back the perfect gift. Beginning readers will delight in Splat's hilarious attempts to find the perfect present. Readers won't even know they are learning as they have fun with the -air sound.Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair is a is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat! Another Messy Sunday #2
by Lin OliverThe second book of this thrilling chapter book series will immediately suck readers in with its combination of a fast-paced adventure and full-color art--this time in the style of pointillism!Tiger and Luna return to the fantastic frame, and this time they enter the famous dotted world of Georges Seurat's painting, A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte. After arriving on the shore of the pleasant scene, they dash through Paris, get captured by police, and encounter one misadventure after another. And of course, Tiger and Luna must return to the real world to avoid getting trapped in the painting before time runs out!
Spooky Ballet! (Agent Amelia #4)
by MIchael BroadAgent Amelia returns with three more spooky-but-funny adventures as she secretly saves the world! The three secret agent case files in this book are: The Case of the Spooky Ballet, in which Amelia is tricked into taking a dance class, but the teacher uses her class to take revenge on the local theater. It takes all of Amelia's mind control to foil her! The Case of the Gobbledygook Books, in which a new librarian has reprogrammed all the school’s computers with intent to rule the world. But Amelia overcomes her—with a little help from the real librarian and the works of William Shakespeare! The Case of the Whispering Scarecrow, in which Amelia goes on a picnic with her mother, only to find out a phantom is stealing the food! Amelia soon uncovers the thieves—a flock of crows led by a scarecrow. But who’s the real mastermind? Trust Amelia to find out!
Spooky Friends: Spooky Friends (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)
by Jane FederCan a vampire and a mummy learn to share?Scarlet is a feisty little Vampire, and her best friend, Igor, is a roly-poly little Mummy. Together, they star in three humorous, heartwarming stories about two friends who never agree on anything. That is -- until they discover different ideas can become even better ideas when they cooperate!
Spooky Sleuths #1: The Ghost Tree (Spooky Sleuths #1)
by Natasha DeenIs it science...or strange and ghostly?Asim's new town is freaking him out! There are weird noises at night, eerie lights, and now an evil tree that is growing way faster than it should. he's sure there's something supernatural going on.His friend Rokshar believes that everything can be explained by science. But even she's worried when the tree takes control of their teacher! It's starting to look like an evil spirit straight out of Guyanese folklore is to blame. Can Asim and his friends save their teacher--and the town--from the ghost tree? Find out...if you dare! It's a new spooky series based on ghost stories from Guyana.
Spooky Sleuths #2: Beware the Moonlight! (Spooky Sleuths #2)
by Natasha DeenIs it science...or strange and ghostly?There&’s something very odd about Mr. Maan, the scientist who is helping teach Asim&’s class about the moon. He spends a lot of time staring up at the night sky. Sometimes, he almost seems to glow. Asim is sure Mr. Maan is a supernatural being straight out of Guyanese folklore—and the whole town is in danger! His friend Rokshar thinks there&’s a scientific explanation for everything Mr. Maan does. But she agrees that he&’s up to no good. Can Asim and his friends find a way to stop Mr. Maan&’s sinister plans?Find out...if you dare! It's a new spooky series based on ghost stories from Guyana.
Spooky Sleuths #3: Don't Go Near the Water! (Spooky Sleuths #3)
by Natasha DeenA strange woman seems to have eerie control over people. Is it science . . . or strange and ghostly? Find out in this new spooky chapter book series, Spooky Sleuths.Asim's field trip is freaking him out! His class is on a boat, exploring the Salish Sea, when he sees a pale, scowling woman staring at him from under the water. Asim's friend Rokshar thinks it's just a seal. She always finds a scientific explanation for the strange things that happen in town.But when Asim's dad hears otherworldly music coming from the water, he feels so drawn to it that he tries to throw himself in! Could a fairmaid—a mermaid from Guyanese folklore—be to blame?Find out . . . if you dare! Don't miss this new series based on ghost stories from Guyana.
Spooky Sleuths #4: Fire in the Sky (Spooky Sleuths #4)
by Natasha DeenThere are mysterious explosions near the old abandoned houses in town. Is it science . . . or is it something strange and ghostly? Find out in the latest installment to the spooky chapter book series Spooky Sleuths.Asim&’s friend Max is in danger! Asim is sure some sort of supernatural being—a witch, maybe?—is after Max. Rokshar, the levelheaded one of the group, thinks the woman is a scientist using kids for her experiments! Either way, Max is in trouble, and it&’s up to Asim and Rokshar to keep him safe. But when they get close to finding answers, Asim and his friends are attacked by fireballs. Is science behind the flying fire? Or is it a witch from Guyanese folklore? Find out . . . if you dare!Don't miss the Spooky Sleuths series based on ghost stories from Guyana.Spooky Sleuths #1: The Ghost TreeSpooky Sleuths #2: Beware the Moonlight!Spooky Sleuths #3: Don't Go Near the Water!
Spoon: A Read-Along Book (The Spoon Series #1)
by Amy Krouse RosenthalMeet Spoon. He's always been a happy little utensil. But lately, he feels like life as a spoon just isn't cutting it. He thinks Fork, Knife, and The Chopsticks all have it so much better than him. But do they? And what do they think about Spoon? A book for all ages, Spoon serves as a gentle reminder to celebrate what makes us each special.
Sport Marketing
by Bernard J. Mullin Stephen Hardy William A. Sutton Patrick Walsh Windy Dees Chad McEvoy Stephen McKelveySport marketing is more accessible than ever, with sport business professionals, companies, the media, athletes, teams, coaches, and fans connecting in new ways and with new experiences. Sport Marketing, Fifth Edition With HKPropel Access, presents a modernized, current-day approach to the dynamic industry of sport marketing. A full-color presentation brings this vibrant field to life with comprehensive coverage—balanced between theoretical and practical—to provide an understanding of the foundations of sport marketing and how to enhance the sport experience. <p><p> Building on the legacy that Bernard Mullin, Stephen Hardy, and William Sutton established in the first four editions, a new author team, handpicked by their predecessors, draw from their modern experience in the field to add a fresh perspective to this essential text. They bring the sport industry directly to the reader through extensive industry examples, interviews of top sports executives, challenging case studies, and global perspectives from teams, leagues, and other agencies around the world. Reflecting the evolving landscape of sport marketing, the text will prepare students to stay on the leading edge with the following updates: <p>• A focus on current and emerging technologies and how they have revolutionized the sport industry—ranging from mobile video streaming and fantasy sports to artificial intelligence and virtual reality <p>• Greater emphasis on data and analytics to make more informed business decisions <p>• In-depth examination of how social media and digital platforms serve as critical communication channels to drive sport marketing strategy and execution <p>• New content on target marketing, including understanding millennial sports fans and engaging with Generation Z <p>• Updated coverage of sales processes, addressing both traditional methods and new strategies for the mobile age <p>• Discussion of modern ticketing practices and the secondary ticket market, including how leagues partner with secondary ticket providers and the impact on pricing strategies <p><p> Also new to the fifth edition are related online learning aids, now delivered through HKPropel, designed to engage students and test comprehension of the material. Exclusive video interviews with sport industry leaders offer insights into how they incorporate marketing strategies into their daily work. Discussion questions and activities for each chapter guide students to apply core concepts, and web search activities provide opportunities for students to compare strategies found on sport organization websites and other online locations. <p><p> In addition, chapter objectives, an opening scenario, sidebars highlighting key concepts, and Wrap-Up, Activities, and Your Marketing Plan sections at the ends of chapters offer students additional learning tools as they explore how fans, players, coaches, the media, and companies interact to drive the sport industry. <p><p> With Sport Marketing, Fifth Edition With HKPropel Access, students will develop valuable marketing skills and prepare for a successful career in the competitive world of sport marketing.
Sport Nutrition
by Michael Gleeson Asker Jeukendrup<p>Sport Nutrition, Third Edition, presents the principles and rationale for current nutrition guidelines for athletes. Using a physiological basis, this text provides an in-depth look at the science behind sport nutrition. Students will come away with an understanding of nutrition as it relates to sport and the influence of nutrition on performance, training, and recovery. <p>This text is organized with the student in mind, with content sequenced in a logical order that puts building blocks in place to facilitate greater comprehension as more advanced topics are introduced. The book moves from general principles of nutrition and nutrient requirements to estimating and fulfilling energy needs with the appropriate combinations of macronutrients and micronutrients. Supplements are addressed from a scientific standpoint, followed by the influence of nutrition on training adaptations, immune function, body composition, weight management, and eating disorders. The new chapter on personalized nutrition covers periodized nutrition, gender differences, and special populations (young athletes, older athletes, and diabetic athletes) and offers practical examples from specific sports. </p>
Sport Tourism
by Kamilla Swart Douglas Michele Turco Roger RileySport Tourism introduces students to the phenomenon of sports tourism--one of the fastest growing niche markets in the $500 billion tourism industry. <p><p>Students will learn to define sport tourism and to apply fundamental marketing principles to competitive and recreational activities in which sport is the primary or secondary attraction. <p><p>Sport Tourism covers participatory sport tourism (e.g. ski, golf and tennis resorts; whitewater and wilderness trips; sports theme cruises; adventure tours and sport camps) and event-based sport tourism (e.g. the Olympic Games, college football, the Baseball Hall of Fame, or the World Cup). <p><p>Sport Tourism guides students through the process of designing, implementing, and evaluating sport tourism operations by offering extensive industry examples and thought-provoking questions. The book investigates such key topics as feasibility studies, niche marketing, pricing, sponsorships, advertising, media involvement, recruitment of personnel and volunteers, and evaluating customer satisfaction during and after participation. Throughout, the authors stress the need for careful research and market planning and offer clear strategies and potential challenges to the sport tourism novice.
Sports Day class 2 - MIE
by Stephanette Ducasse"Sports Day," a vibrant big book by Stephanette Ducasse, captures the spirited atmosphere at Happy Kids School during their annual sports event. The narrative unfolds as students participate in various lively activities and races, cheered on by enthusiastic parents and teachers. From the rabbit-race to the clothing-relay, potato-race, and more, each grade level engages in different games, fostering an air of excitement and camaraderie. As the day progresses, the anticipation heightens until the sports-teacher finally announces the victorious Red Team, igniting cheers and applause among the participants. With engaging illustrations and a dynamic storyline, this book not only celebrates the joy of sports but also encourages young readers to embrace teamwork, sportsmanship, and the thrill of competition in a school setting. Through its interactive sessions and activities, the book aims to enhance literacy skills while relaying the fun and energy of Sports Day at the school.
Sports In Society: Issues and Controversies
by Jay CoakleySports in Society is the definitive text for the sport sociology course. Taking a global, issues-oriented approach to the study of the role of sport in society, this text encourages the discussion of current sports-related controversies and helps students develop critical thinking skills.
Sports Journalism: An Introduction to Reporting and Writing
by Schaffer StoferThe second edition of Sports Journalism: An Introduction to Reporting and Writing has passed the test of time, been used in classrooms internationally, received approval and praise from professors and students, and now it, too, has moved into the new environment of sports media. New chapters on social media and topical issues in the sports world, as well as fresh examples and new references to current technology fill its pages whether you choose to read from a tablet, a Smartphone, a Chromebook or old-fashioned paper wrapped in a cardboard cover.