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• Bookshare Web Reader - A customized reading tool for Bookshare members offering all the features of DAISY with a single click of the "Read Now" link.
• DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) - A digital book file format. DAISY books from Bookshare are DAISY 3.0 text files that work with just about every type of access technology that reads text. Books that contain images will have the download option of ‘DAISY Text with Images’.
• BRF (Braille Refreshable Format) - Digital Braille for use with refreshable Braille devices and Braille embossers.
• MP3 (MPEG audio layer 3) - Provides audio only with no text. These books are created with a text-to-speech engine and spoken by Kendra, a high quality synthetic voice from Ivona. Any device that supports MP3 playback is compatible.
• DAISY Audio - Similar to the DAISY option above; however, this option uses MP3 files created with our text-to-speech engine that utilizes Ivonas Kendra voice. This format will work with Daisy Audio compatible players such as Victor Reader Stream and Read2Go.
• EPUB - A standard e-book format that can be read on many tools, such as iBooks, Readium or others.
• Word - Accessible Word output, which can be unzipped and opened in any tool that allows .docx files

AP Spanish, Language and Culture Exam Preparation

A great complement to any AP® Spanish course, this program allows students the flexibility they need to gain experience with the different formats and sharpen their test-taking skills with content that maps precisely to new curriculum framework.

D'accord! Langue et culture du monde francophone, [Level] 1

D'accord!, this multi-leveled French program, provides seamlessly-integrated text and technology to excite and prepare your students for the world where multilingual communication and cultural understanding are necessities, not luxuries.

D'accord!: Langue et culture du monde francophone (Level #2)

Imagina: Curso intermedio de lengua española

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Kaplan AP Statistics 2014

The book helps to prepare for the AP Statistics exam by providing Kaplan's test-taking strategies, a targeted review that highlights important concepts on the exam, and practice tests.

Kaplan TASC Strategies, Practice, and Review 2015-2016

Comprehensive content review, strategies, and practice for all sections of the TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion) from top test experts.

The Whistlebrass Horror (Whistlebrass Mysteries #1)

Maple syrup, madness, and monsters. Welcome to the “go-to destination for every reader who enjoys fast-paced adventure and spooky mystery” (Q.L. Pearce, author of Ghost Hunters).It’s tough being the new kid in town. In fact, in a town like Whistlebrass, it can be a downright killer. Halloween is here, but the creatures roaming the night aren’t hunting for candy. One by one, the denizens of Whistlebrass are disappearing, including the kid sister of teen newcomer, Casey Wilde. Finding her won’t be easy—Casey is up against a suave sociopath, a legion of living shadows, and a reptilian humanoid capable of stealing his life force and crushing him into dust. It’s going to be a Halloween you’ll never forget. Don’t miss the next two books in the series: The Whistlebrass Storm Watcher and The Whistlebrass Clock People!

Big Book of Answers: 1,001 Facts Kids Want to Know (Time For Kids Big Bks.)

In a great new oversized format, TIME For Kids Big Book of Answers satisfies the most curious kids with answers to the questions they commonly ask but adults can rarely answer. Questions like ""How does popcorn pop?"", ""Where did the Titanic sink?"" and ""Why are our eyes different colors?"" are grouped into easy-to-navigate categories such as animals, humans, history, science and sports. Colorful photos, dynamic graphics, and simple text help kids discover 1,001 amazing facts to impress their parents, teachers, friends...and anyone else who will listen

Architecture: Residential Drafting and Design

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.

Machine Trades Print Reading, Fifth Edition

Machine Trades Print Reading allows you to develop the basic skills required for visualizing and interpreting industrial prints. The text consists of 13 units. The first four units give you the basics of print reading. Units 5 through 12 deal with industrial prints. Unit 13 is a collection of prints with quiz questions that review all of the material presented in the text.

Engineering Fundamentals: Design, Principles, And Careers

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Lifespan Development

NIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Lifespan Development is designed to help your students understand human growth and development across the lifespan. The text shows that all people go through similar stages of development. Young children learn to walk, talk, spell, jump, and tell jokes. Teens learn to become more independent. Adults take on more responsibilities for themselves and others. Throughout the lifespan, people continue to develop and change physically, cognitively, socially, and emotionally. The text also includes strategies that promote lifespan health and wellness.

The Culinary Professional

NIMAC-sourced textbook <P><P>The first edition of The Culinary Professional rated high in user satisfaction. With this new, updated edition, authors and chefs John Draz and Christopher Koetke have continued to focus on the core content that provides students with the knowledge they need for a career in the culinary arts. Additionally, they have added chapters to address current industry topics: Sustainability in the Kitchen and Analyzing Cuisines.

Hospitality Services

Introduce your students to the world of hospitality! Hospitality Services presents an overview of the hospitality industry. The text discusses the various roles and responsibilities of workers in the five areas of hospitality--food and beverage, lodging, travel, tourism, and recreation. The basics of management and the business side of hospitality are also covered. In addition, the text provides an overview for business support areas, such as human resources, marketing, sales, and accounting. Chapters on career planning lead students through the steps of a job search and emphasize the skills needed for success in the workplace. * New chapters on the travel, tourism, and recreation industries have been added. * Profiles of fascinating and inspiring industry leaders show individual career progression, from entry level to top positions. * New features address environmental topics and business ethics. * Instructor's CD provides and student worksheets to reinforce learning.

Using Google Apps

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Retailing and E-tailing

Retailing and E-tailing integrates the four Ps of marketing into the operations of retail and e-tail businesses. Retail-specific topics in the areas of business operations, merchandising, customer service, and selling are presented. The differences between traditional retail operations and e-tailing are also explored. College and career readiness activities covering writing, speaking, and listening are addressed. Career Ready Practices are also included.

Marketing Dynamics

Marketing Dynamics provides a well rounded introduction to the 4Ps--product, price, place, and promotion. Other essential topics, such as marketing research and target market identification, are also covered. College and career readiness activities covering writing, speaking, and listening are incorporated. Career Ready Practices are also included. * DECA activities are included in each of the 33 chapters to support leadership development. * The ongoing marketing plan provides a project-based, hands-on learning activity that builds at the end of each unit (data files are posted on the student companion website). * College and Career Readiness Portfolio activities provide students an opportunity to create a personal portfolio for use when exploring volunteer, education and training, or career opportunities.

Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing

Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing details the latest collision repair and refinishing techniques, as well as more traditional repair procedures. It presents both the theoretical and practical aspects of collision repair and refinishing, preparing students for a fast-paced workplace that is becoming increasingly technical. Organized around the NATEF Collision Repair and Refinish Task List, this comprehensive textbook includes information on MIG welding, HVLP spray painting, paintless dent repair, low-VOC finishes, paint matching, structural frame repair, detailing, and flexible plastic component repair, and estimating. Detailed chapters on mechanical systems, such as brake systems, cooling systems, and restraint systems, allow students to recognize and repair common types of mechanical damage. An extensive estimating chapter provides unsurpassed instruction on this vital task, walking students through the steps required to estimate specific types of damage. Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing is an indispensible resource for students preparing for a career in collision repair and refinishing, as well as experienced technicians preparing for the ASE collision repair and refinish certification tests.

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology covers all body systems in a style easier to understand. Chapter information is divided into lessons, providing content in a more manageable format for the student. An abundance of study aids, such as learning objectives, lesson summaries, vocabulary-building exercises, hands-on activities, real-world applications, and extensive assessment opportunities increase students' ability to succeed in this challenging course.

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Principles of Food Science (Fourth Edition)

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Fashion Marketing & Merchandising

Fashion Marketing & Merchandising motivates students to examine the business aspects of the fashion world and the career opportunities it offers. Students learn about the entire textile/apparel/retail soft goods chain, its economic fundamentals, and strategies for retail success. The text Describes new retail trends, including showrooming and omni-channel retailing with the latest Internet, mobile, and social media strategies. Reports the latest advances in textiles, manufacturing, mass customization, and niche specialization. Discusses the greater emphasis on ethics, social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and data security. Reports successful fashion merchandising activities that satisfy the changing consumer market. Explains computer technologies such as robotic manufacturing, automatic merchandise replenishment, radio frequency identification (RFID), and Internet retailing. Examines fashion industry globalization and business consolidation. Discusses how to prepare for career opportunities in fashion, including entrepreneurship. Identifies industry trade groups and publications that help students gain added knowledge now and contacts in their professional careers.

Introduction to Health Science: Pathways to Your Future

Introduction to Health Science: Pathways to Your Future is a pathway-focused textbook program that helps you explore and prepare for healthcare careers. Organized into untis based on the five health science pathways, the text covers all the skills and knowledge areas included in the National Health Science Standards. Assessment activities at the end of each chapter offer multiple opportunities for students to simulate heathcare careers, practice skills, and to think deeply about the information they've learned.

Introduction to Medical Terminology

As one of the first Medical Terminology textbook programs developed specifically for the high school classroom, Introduction to Medical Terminology will invite you into the language of medicine. Through comprehensive coverage, masterful illustrations, and a wealth of engaging activities, you will explore, learn about, and use medical word parts vital to a career in the healthcare industry.

Guide to Good Food

Guide to Good Food provides an in-depth look at how to select, store, prepare, and serve nutritious, appealing dishes. Menus and recipes with easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions and nutritional analyses are included. Food-related careers are profiled in every chapter, and Career Success features are found throughout. Healthful lifestyles are supported by the inclusion of MyPlate and the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Students can explore the culture and cuisine of over 30 countries in the Foods of the World section. Math, food science, and social studies are introduced into the curriculum through features and activities.