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District List: Polk County Collection

Description: A collection of textbooks used by students in Polk County, Florida. #polk


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CompTIA A+ Guide to IT Technical Support (9th Edition)

by Jean Andrews and Joy Dark and Jill West

This step-by-step, highly visual text provides a comprehensive introduction to managing and maintaining computer hardware and software. Written by best-selling author and educator Jean Andrews, A+ Guide to IT Technical Support, 9th Edition closely integrates the CompTIA+ Exam objectives to prepare you for the 220-901 and 220-902 certification exams. The new Ninth Edition also features extensive updates to reflect current technology, techniques, and industry standards in the dynamic, fast-paced field of PC repair and information technology. Each chapter covers both core concepts and advanced topics, organizing material to facilitate practical application and encourage you to learn by doing. The new edition features more coverage of updated hardware, security, virtualization, new coverage of cloud computing, Linux and Mac OS, and increased emphasis on mobile devices. Supported by a wide range of supplemental resources to enhance learning with Lab Manuals, CourseNotes online labs and the optional MindTap that includes online labs, certification test prep and interactive exercises and activities, this proven text offers students an ideal way to prepare for success as a professional IT support technician and administrator.

Date Added: 02/20/2018


Pearson Literature Common Core (Florida Edition) (Grade 10 )

by Lawrence Scanlon and Robin Dissin Aufses and Renee H. Shea

The Language of Composition is the first textbook built from the ground up to help students succeed in the AP English Language course. Written by a team of experts with experience in both high school and college, this text focuses on teaching students the skills they need to read, write, and think at the college level. With practical advice and an extensive selection of readings — including essays, poetry, fiction, and visual texts — The Language of Composition helps students develop the key skills they must master to pass the course, to succeed on the AP Exam, and to prepare for a successful college career. Revised based on feedback from teachers across the country, the second edition promises to be an even better resource for the AP Language classroom.

Date Added: 05/25/2018


Health Science Fundamentals (2nd Edition)

by Shirley A. Badasch and Doreen S. Chesebro

Health Science Fundamentals: Exploring Career Pathways provides students with the skills they need to become competent and productive health care workers throughout their careers, with a strong emphasis on employability skills such as teamwork, effective communication, and ethics. All-new photos, a new layout, and hands-on activities keep students engaged and involved in the material. To prepare readers for the job market today, the careers chapter is realigned to meet the Common Career Technical Core pathways and the Math, Science, and Language Arts Links are correlated to curriculum standards.

Health Science Fundamentals is divided into two parts to foster career skills. The first part, Becoming a Health Care Worker, includes basic information all health care workers must have to attain success in any health care field. The second part, Health Care Knowledge and Skills, covers the technical concepts and clinical skills students need to gain employability in a variety of entry-level occupations.

Date Added: 05/30/2018


Electrocardiography for Healthcare Professionals (4th Edition)

by Kathryn A. Booth and Thomas E. O'Brien

Electrocardiography for Health Care Professionals provides ECG skills training for health care students as well as health care personnel who are interested in mastering additional skills. The text includes the essential skills needed to perform an ECG, including anatomy of the heart, basic characteristics, equipment, appropriate intervention, and other technical applications, such as Holter monitoring and stress testing. Emphasis throughout the text is placed on troubleshooting.

Date Added: 03/20/2018


Drafting & Design

by Clois E. Kicklighter and Walter C. Brown

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Date Added: 03/20/2018


Grade 6 Pearson Common Core Literature Florida

by William G. Brozo

Literature textbook Grade 6

Date Added: 02/20/2018


Engineering And Technology Education

by Michael Hacker and David Burghardt

Engineering AND Technology Education Learning by Design

Date Added: 07/10/2018


Parents and Their Children (8th Edition)

by Verdene Ryder and Celia A. Decker

Parents and Their Children helps students learn the demands of parenting as well as its rewards. The text explores various family forms and functions, the cycle of family development, and how the parenting role changes through the lifespan as children grow. Conception, pregnancy, and prenataldevelopment and care are discussed with an emphasis on abstinence to avoid unplanned pregnancies. Features throughout the text engage students in real-life parenting situations. College and career readiness activities are included.

Date Added: 02/22/2018


Glencoe Food, Nutrition, and Wellness

by Roberta Larson Duyff

McGraw-Hill Education's Food, Nutrition & Wellness teaches students the skills they need to make healthful food choices, prepare nutritious meals, and bring physical activity and wellness practices into their daily lives. The text focuses on the wellness of mind and body, food and kitchen safety, and the qualities, varieties, and combinations of foods. Includes print Student Edition.

Date Added: 02/20/2018


Glencoe The Developing Child

by Mcgraw-Hill Education

The Developing Child is a comprehensive, up-to-date text which guides students through the developmental process of children from birth to age twelve. Focusing on observation and the scientific approach, The Developing Child excels at engaging students and integrating critical thinking skills. Includes: hardbound student edition aligned to the content standards.

Date Added: 02/20/2018


McGraw-Hill Reading Wonders

by McGraw-Hill Education

"With your Florida Reading/Writing Workshop you will:
Talk About New Ideas;
Read and Reread Exciting Literature;
Read and Reread Informational Text;
Look for Text Evidence;
Access Complex Text;
Be an Expert Writer; and
Do Your Own Research."

Date Added: 07/24/2018


Wonders (2nd Grade)

by McGraw-Hill Education

As you read, you'll talk about the texts and topics in this book. You might talk with a partner. You might have a discussion in a small group. You might tell a story to your class and listen to others tell their stories. These are called collaborative conversations. Talk About It When you have a conversation you build on what others say. Link your comments to what others have said. Remember to follow the rules for discussion. Be respectful. Speak one at a time. Listen to others with care. Here are some tips. In your book you'll find fables, folktales, and fantasies that will take you to new worlds. Through stories and poems you will discover many new wonders. It's all waiting for you!

Date Added: 08/16/2018


Robotics Theory and Industrial Applications, Second Edition

by Larry T. Ross and Stephen W. Fardo and James W. Masterson and Robert L. Towers

Robotics: Theory and Industrial Applications is an introduction to the principles of industrial robotics, related systems, and applications. This text is a comprehensive tool in learning the technical aspects of robotics and includes coverage of power supply systems, degrees of freedom, programming methods, sensors, end effectors, implementation planning, and system maintenance. Each chapter begins with an outline of topics, learning objectives, and a listing of technical terms. The key concepts are discussed using a systems approach to enhance student learning.

The second edition is updated with full-color illustrations and photos that reflect changes in both the field of robotics and technology in general. The content has been revised to keep pace with robotic technology and reorganized to maximize student comprehension. Various features throughout the text address special interest topics, including pioneers in the field of robotics, careers in robotics, and exciting applications of robotic technology.

Date Added: 03/20/2018


Production And Logistics

by George G. Fenich

Production and Logistics in Meetings, Expositions, Events and Conventions is the most up-to-date text on executing successful meetings, expositions, events, and conventions (MEEC) and provides step-by-step, in-depth coverage of the production and logistical factors that event managers must oversee. Chapters incorporate the Meeting and Business Events Competency Standards (MBECS) and follow a hands-on approach that guides readers through the process of managing a wide variety of gatherings. This practical focus makes the text an excellent resource for college courses, employee training, and professional reference. Developed as a collaborative work, the text features contributions from some of the best and most notable practitioners and educators in the field.

Date Added: 05/22/2018


Discovering Careers

by John A. Wanat and E. Weston Pfeiffer and Richard Van Gulik

Discovering Careers is designed to introduce students to the skills they will need to succeed in school, on the job, and on their own. By studying this text, students will be able to explore personal goals, interests, and aptitudes that will influence future life decisions. Through exploration of the career clusters and pathways, students will learn about the training and skills required to pursue their post-high school plans. This text helps students take their first steps toward making the most of their education while preparing for the future. - An emphasis is placed on planning a personal program of future study that students can carry into high school and beyond. - Career clusters are featured to provide awareness of the multitude of career choices available after high school. - Cross-curricular opportunities and connections are fostered throughout the text to provide realistic applications

Date Added: 02/22/2018


Introduction to Computers and Information Technology

by Prentice Hall

Introduction to Computers and Information Technology teaches essential computer technology concepts and skills. This text helps students build a concrete understanding of how computers work and how various types of computing devices and accessories are used in school, work, and at home. The text covers objectives of IC3 GS5 and IC3 Spark standards.

Date Added: 07/24/2018


Television Production & Broadcast Journalism

by Phillip L. Harris

Television Production and Broadcast Journalism provides students with basic technical skills necessary to enter the television production industry as a production assistant, and introduces broadcast journalism theory. The text provides an overview of the equipment, job responsibilities, andtechniques involved in both traditional studio production and remote location work. The activities and processes involved in each phase of production are presented and reinforced with realistic examples, numerous photos showing students in actual production situations, and engaging studentactivities. Broadcast journalism coverage includes ethics and news judgment, types of stories, news writing, preparing news packages, and conducting interviews. The broadcast journalism topics address skills and qualities required in the industry, but also incorporate classroom-appropriate standards andpractices.

Date Added: 02/22/2018


On Cooking

by Sarah R. Labensky and Alan M. Hause and Priscilla A. Martel

This Fifth Edition of comprehensive yet accessible update on cooking, with a coverage of culinary skills and cooking procedures, prepares students, by building a strong foundation based on sound fundamental techniques, for successful careers in the culinary arts. On Cooking focuses on teaching the hows and whys of cooking. On Cooking starts with general procedures, highlighting fundamental principles and skills, and then presents specific applications and sample recipes. Core cooking principles are explained as the background for learning proper cooking techniques.

Date Added: 07/25/2018


Working with Young Children

by Judy Herr

Working with Young Children introduces you to the field of early childhood education. The text begins by helping readers better understand young children and then progresses into developing guidance skills. Child development principles are applied to child care settings. You will also learn how to handle specific concerns related to infants, toddlers, school-age children, and children with special needs. All information needed to successfully earn the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ is included. Readers prepare for the workplace by learning about licensing rules and regulations, different career paths, and safety considerations. Core values and principles from the NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment are highlighted in their own appendix.

Date Added: 02/22/2018


Modern Residential Wiring (10th Edition)

by Harvey N. Holzman

Modern Residential Wiring provides essential information about the tools, materials, equipment, and processes encountered in the electrical trade. This comprehensive textbook includes the latest information on installation and repair techniques, as well as recent developments in wiring systems, personal protection equipment, and computer wiring. A brief review of the principles of electricity is also included. References to the 2014 National Electrical Code are made throughout this text to reinforce the importance of installing residential wiring in a safe and professional manner.

  • Content corresponds to the 2014 NEC, and text features help familiarize students with the use of national and local codes for reference.
  • Step-by-step procedures, along with detailed images, make the most complicated tasks easy to understand.
  • A chapter on careers introduces students to the different possibilities resulting from a study of residential electrical wiring.
  • Date Added: 08/29/2018


    Teaching (2nd Edition)

    by Sharleen L. Kato

    Teaching helps students, the teachers of tomorrow, explore the world of education. Besides investigating teaching as a profession, students will develop an understanding of the different types of learners they will encounter in the classroom. This includes how humans develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially as all of these impact the instructional methods used. The educational system, both past and present, is reviewed along with the responsibilities that come with employment. Students receive a full introduction to the role and duties of a teacher, including planning, instructional methods, assessment, and classroom management. Expanded chapter reviews help students develop a variety of skills while new professionalism features emphasize appropriate workplace behavior. This is the only textbook available for high school students planning a teaching career.

    Date Added: 02/22/2018


    Architecture

    by Clois E. Kicklighter and Joan C. Kicklighter and W. Scott Thomas

    Architecture: Residential Drafting and Design provides comprehensive instruction for preparing architectural working drawings using traditional and computer-based methods. The text also serves as a reference for design and construction principles and methods. Its highly effective formatorganizes content around the design-building process, making the text easy to understand and appealing to students. The new edition of this text has been extensively revised and features new chapters covering sustainable design and building sections. New chapter features include Green Architecture, Employability, Problem Solving Case Study, and Curricular Connections to expand on chapter topics, explain currenttrends, and promote student interest. Each chapter contains sample test questions for the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) Drafter Certification Test to help students work toward earning professional certification. The text has been enhanced with a new, colorful design and includes manynew detailed illustrations to explain topics. Each chapter includes objectives, key terms, Internet resources, review questions, and suggested activities for individuals or small groups. Many of the chapterend activities are designed to give students experience working with computer-aided draftingand design (CADD) systems.

    Date Added: 03/20/2018


    Contemporary Logistics (Eleventh Edition)

    by A. Michael Knemeyer and Paul R. Murphy and Donald Wood

    Exploring modern logistics from a managerial perspective, this leading text brings theory to life with its timely, practical, and thorough coverage of the fundamentals of logistics in today's dynamic global landscape.

    Date Added: 07/16/2018


    Discovering Life Skills

    by Glencoe Mcgraw-Hill

    NIMAC-sourced textbook

    Date Added: 02/20/2018


    Construction Technology

    by Nccer

    This curriculum is ideal for programs formatted as Construction Cluster or Building Trades. It consists of modules compiled from five existing NCCER programs. • 425 Hours (Includes 72.5 hours of Core Curriculum, which is a prerequisite for completion and must be purch This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more!

    Date Added: 05/04/2018



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