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Life Shaping Decisions: A Career Planning Manual for Christian Young Adults
by Rick HornePlanning for a career is fraught with challenges and decisions to think through carefully. This workbook from ACSI is designed to help teenagers think through all the possibilities of their actions, including choosing a career, determining the will of God, and career stewardship.
Life: The Science of Biology 8th Edition
by David Sadava H. Craig Heller William K. Purves David Hillis SadavaCo-published by Sinauer Associates, Inc. , and W. H. Freeman and Company. Visit the Life, Eighth Edition preview site. LIFE HAS EVOLVED. . . from its original publication to this dramatically revitalized Eighth Edition. LIFE has always shown students how biology works, offering an engaging and coherent presentation of the fundamentals of biology by describing the landmark experiments that revealed them. This edition builds on those strengths and introduces several innovations.
World History: Connections to Today, The Modern Era
by Elisabeth Gaynor Ellis Anthony Esler Burton F. BeersThis book makes it easy to figure out what you really need to know about world history. Each section starts with Reading Focus questions that point out the most important ideas in that section. Case Studies on Contemporary Issues provide hands-on, project-based examination of key issues in the world today.
U. S.: A Narrative History (volumes 1 & 2) Sixth Edition
by James West Davidson Brian Delay Christine Leigh Heyrman Mark Lytle Michael StoffFor your classes in American History, McGraw-Hill introduces the latest edition of U*S: A Narrative History, part of the acclaimed M Series. The M Series started with you and your students. After extensive market research to gain insight into students' learning behavior and instructor's desired course outcomes, we learned that students want text programs with visual appeal and content designed according to the way they learn. Instructors desire greater student involvement in the course content without compromising on high quality content. From a known and trusted author team, U*S: A Narrative History tells the story the American people, with all the visually engaging, personally involving material that your students want within an engaging magazine format that helps students better connect with the nation's past. Additionally, this innovative text provides instructors with scholarly, succinct, and conventionally organized core content within a unified narrative that is continental in scope.
McDougal Littell Biology: 2008
by Stephen NowickiThis textbook serves as the centerpiece of the new McDougal Littell Biology program. Through graphic photos and illustrations, memorable connections, and lab activities in every chapter, McDougal Littell brings Biology into the world of a student. It provides students with a structured framework of key concepts and main ideas upon which to build their knowledge of biology. Critical thinking and problem solving activities help to teach students how to think in a scientific way.
Unwind Unboxed
by Neal ShustermanGet caught up in the world of Unwind with this eBook collection of Unwind; its sequel, UnWholly; and a bonus companion story.In the world of Unwind, to be a teenager is to risk being unwound--having your body dismantled and all the parts distributed for transplant. This eBook collection includes Unwind; UnStrung: an Unwind story; and UnWholly. In Unwind, follow the breathtaking adventures of three teens on the run: Connor, a rebel whose parents have ordered his unwinding; Risa, a ward of the state who is to be unwound due to cost-cutting; and Lev, his parents' tenth child, whose unwinding has been planned since birth as a religious tithing. Between the end of Unwind and the beginning of its sequel, UnWholly, there is UnStrung--an exclusive short story that provides an unprecedented look at how Lev becomes someone willing to do the unthinkable. And in UnWholly, Connor, Lev, and Risa meet Cam--a futuristic Frankenstein made entirely out of the parts of other Unwinds--and question humanity itself in the process.
English and Western Literature
by George KearnsThis book is divided into two parts; Part One: English Literature and Part Two: Western Literature. Part One presents a chronological survey of English literature from its Anglo-Saxon beginnings in 449 to the present day.
Art History, Volume 2
by Marilyn Stokstad Michael CothrenART HISTORY provides students with the most student-friendly, contextual, and inclusive art history survey text on the market. These hallmarks make ART HISTORY the choice for instructors who seek to actively engage their students in the study of art. This new edition of ART HISTORY is the result of a happy and productive collaboration between two scholar-teachers (Marilyn Stokstad and Michael Cothren) who share a common vision that survey courses on the history of art should be filled with as much enjoyment as erudition, and that they should foster an enthusiastic, as well as an educated, public for the visual arts. Like its predecessors, this new edition seeks to balance formal and iconographic analysis with contextual art history in order to craft interpretations that will engage a diverse student population. Throughout the text, the visual arts are treated as part of a larger world, in which geography, politics, religion, economics, philosophy, social life, and the other fine arts are related components of a vibrant and cultural landscape.
Out of Many: AP Edition
by John Mack Faragher Mari Jo Buhle Daniel CzitromThis edition of a ground-breaking book weaves together the complex interaction of social, political, and historical forces that have shaped the United States and from which "the American people" have evolved. It tells stories of people and of the nation and emphasizes that American history has never been the preserve of any particular region.
The Academic Writer: A Brief Guide (Second Edition)
by Lisa EdeThe Academic Writer is a brief guide to the essentials of academic writing and research. The text helps students think rhetorically and make effective choices as they write.
Pretty Ugly (Bluford Series #18)
by Karyn Langhorne FolanWhen Jamee Wills stands up for a shy new girl at Bluford High, she becomes the bullies target. The trouble starts at cheerleading practice when Vanessa begins teasing Angel McAllister, a shy new girl at Bluford High. When the insults turn nasty, Jamee tries to stop them. She wins Angel's friendship but makes many enemies.
The Heritage of World Civilizations
by Albert M. Craig William A. GrahamThe response of the United States to the events of September 11, 2001, including the war in Iraq and Afghanistan, have brought upon the world a new awareness of human history in a global context.
A History of the United States
by Daniel J. Boorstin Brooks Mather Kelley"A History of the United States'" well-told story and expanded program is designed to address students changing curriculum and classroom needs. The authors tells the story of American history in an engaging style that reaches today's students.
Civics: Participating In Our Democracy
by Phyllis Maxey Fernlund James E. DavisThe authors concentrated more on the everyday, American citizens and how people come together to govern themselves. It helps learners to see how the process works examples are stories about real people as they pursue life, liberty, and happiness.
Managing Your Personal Finances
by Joan S. RyanCurrent and fresh, yet firmly rooted in proven personal financial management techniques, this text features a conversational writing style that is highly readable and understandable. Covers the individual's roles and financial responsibility as a student, citizen, family member, consumer, and employee.
Portrait of America to 1877, 9th ed.
by Stephen B. Oates Charles J. ErricoPortrait of America is an anthology of essays written by some of America's most eminent historians. Suitable for U.S. history survey courses, the collection maintains a loose biographical focus. The essays in this secondary-source reader humanize American history by portraying it as a story of real people with whom students can easily identify. More than 20 percent of the essays in the Ninth Edition are new. Each selection is preceded by an introduction for context, and a helpful glossary identifies important individuals, events, and concepts. Study questions follow each selection, prompting students to make comparisons between the readings.
Speech For Effective Communication
by Holt Rinehart Winston StaffSpeech For Effective Communication includes a number of topics to help the students throughout the syllabus. The main topics are The Communication Process, Interpersonal Relationships, Public Speaking, Democratic Processes among others.
Created Equal: A History of the United States, Volume 2
by Elaine Tyler May Thomas Borstelmann Peter H. Wood Vicki L. Ruiz Jacqueline A. JonesRe-examines American History through the theme of contested equality Taking an inclusive view of American history, Created Equal emphasizes the struggles for equality experienced by diverse groups of Americans across the many regions of the nation With a steadfast chronological framework, and a strong narrative thread, the authors offer a fresh and critical perspective on the traditional story. MyHistoryLab is an integral part of the Jones program. Key learning applications include assessment, MyHistoryLab Video Series, and History Explorer A better teaching and learning experience This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. Here's how: Personalize Learning -- Personalize Learning -- MyHistoryLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program. It helps students prepare for class and instructor gauge individual and class performance. Emphasize Outcomes -- Learning Objective Questions at the beginning of each chapter and a chapter review and thematic timeline ending each chapter keep students focused on what they need to know On MyHistoryLab, practice tests help students achieve these objectives by measuring progress and creating personalized study plans. Engage Students -- A new pedagogically-driven design highlights a clear learning path through the material and offers a visually stunning learning experience in print or on a screen. With the Pearson eText, students can transition directly to MyHistoryLab resources such as primary source documents, videos, and mapping exercises. Improve Critical Thinking -- Powerful learning applications in MyHistoryLab including Explorer mapping exercises, Closer Look analyses of sources and topics, and Writing Assessments tied to engaging videos-promote critical thinking Support Instructors -- MyHistoryLab, Instructor's eText, MyHistoryLab Instructor's Guide, Class Preparation Tool, Instructor's Manual, MyTest, and PowerPoints are available. This Book a la Carte Edition is an unbound, three-hole punched, loose-leaf version of the textbook and provides students the opportunity to personalized their book by incorporating their own notes and taking the portion of the book they need to class - all at a fraction of the bound book price
Western Civilization: Advantage Edition (Eighth Edition )
by Jackson J. SpielvogelJackson Spielvogel's engaging, chronological narrative weaves the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive.
Holt Elements of Literature Pennsylvania: Elements of Literature (Fourth Course #2007)
by Holt Rinehart WinstonThe book provides Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, and Speaking and Listening, which will be required by the students to master by the end of the eleventh grade.
World History: The Human Odyssey
by Jackson J. SpielvogelWorld History: The Human Odyssey is history as a story written by one storyteller--a storyteller who has a gift for engaging students with his exceptionally clear and exciting writing style.
Exploring Animal Science
by Frank B. FlandersEXPLORING ANIMAL SCIENCE offers educators the perfect tool for teaching animal agriculture: one that balances the academic background critical to building a strong foundation in fundamental science with the practical, production-oriented content vital to work in the real world. Its coverage spans a variety of areas like nutrition, anatomy and physiology, biotechnology, biosecurity, and genetics and animal reproduction. Each topic is presented in a straightforward manner that first investigates the basics, and then delves further into its practical application to the production, care, and management of animal agriculture. Ideal for a range of students, from late middle school to early high school, this unique approach is sure to engage by drawing such powerful connections between academics and real-life animal-based scenarios and situations. It also includes a wide range of activities that will fit any animal science classroom, making it an appealing choice for teachers and students alike.
AP U. S. History Crash Course
by Larry KriegerREA's "Crash Course" for the AP* U. S. History Exam - Gets You a Higher Advanced Placement* Score in Less Time "Crash Course" is perfect for the time-crunched student, the last-minute studier, or anyone who wants a refresher on the subject. Are you crunched for time? Have you started studying for your Advanced Placement* U. S. History exam yet? How will you memorize everything you need to know about American History before the test? Do you wish there was a fast and easy way to study for the exam AND boost your score? If this sounds like you, don't panic. REA's "Crash Course" for AP* U. S. History is just what you need. Our "Crash Course" gives you: Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to Know The "Crash Course" is based on an in-depth analysis of the AP* U. S. History course description outline and actual AP* test questions. It covers only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time. Broken down into major topics and themes, REA gives you two ways to study the American History -- chronologically or thematically. Expert Test-taking Strategies Written by an AP* teacher who has studied the AP* U. S. History Exam for 20 years, the author shares his detailed, question-level strategies and explains the best way to answer the multiple-choice and essay questions. By following his expert advice, you can boost your overall point score Key Terms You Must Know Mastering AP* vocabulary terms is an easy way to boost your score. Our AP* expert gives you the key terms all AP* U. S. History students must know before test day. Take REA's FREE Practice Exam After studying the material in the "Crash Course," go to the online REA Study Center and test what you've learned about American History. Our free practice exam features timed testing, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic scoring analysis. The exam is balanced to include every topic and type of question found on the actual AP* exam, so you know you're studying the smart way. Whether you're cramming for the test at the last minute, looking for extra review, or want to study on your own in preparation for the exams - this is the study guide every AP* U. S. History student must have. When it's crucial crunch time and your Advanced Placement* exam is just around the corner, you need REA's "Crash Course" for AP* U. S. History
AP World History
by Ethel Wood"World history" covers a lot of ground, both in terms of land space and time. Students learn the broad "story" of humanity by using some tools provided in the book that help to connect the parts of the story from beginning to end (or present).
Student Solutions Manual For Chemistry: A Molecular Approach
by Nivaldo J. Tro Kathy Thrush Shaginaw Mary Beth KramerThe selected solution manual for students contains complete, step-by-step solutions to selected odd-numbered end-of-chapter problems.