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Aussie Angels 18: Shark in the Dark
by Margaret ClarkMum is out on the surfboard and narrowly misses being attacked by a shark - or maybe it was just a false alarm. When Alice the labrador falls off the rocks and nearly becomes shark bait though, Meg and Mike, the Aussie Angels, aren't so sure! Meg is terrified, but some visiting scientists give her the chance to face her fears. SHARK IN THE DARK is the eighteenth instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 19: Llama Drama
by Margaret ClarkLLAMA DRAMA is the nineteenth book in Aussie Angels, the very popular series about the adventures of twins Meg and Mike, and their mischievous little brother Mark, and their life at Animal Haven, a temporary home for Australian wildlife.
Aussie Angels 1: Okay Koala
by Margaret ClarkThere's trouble in school when the Angels get a new principal and a new teacher. And it seems that suddenly Greash and Foxie are the teacher's pets. Pests, more like it. Sneaky deeds with Feral the ferret get the twins busted, but wombats are involved in the situation too, and Mike and Meg need to find out how. Whatever the answer, you can bet Greash and Foxie are up to no good. OKAY KOALA is the first book in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 20: Leap Frog
by Margaret ClarkIn this new adventure, Meg and Mike learn about the plight of thirty-three species of native Victorian frogs and Mark wants to keep a pet frog to help save Australia's frogs from extinction. Boris is shocked by the death of his parents in a car crash and has to deal with some very complicated feelings about them. LEAP FROG is the twentieth instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 21: Penguin Parade
by Margaret ClarkPENGUIN PARADE is the twenty-first instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 2: Whale of a Time
by Margaret ClarkThe Aussie Angels - Meg and Mike - are busy again. This time, as well as rescuing an echidna that's been hit by a bike rider and a kangaroo that's been knocked down by a car, they have to save a koala that insists on clinging to a TV antenna. Boris Boola is in big trouble, Elsie the emu has a fight with the clothesline and of course, that little Aussie devil Mark is running around with a video camera and being no help at all! Then the whales are in danger of stranding themselves on the beach and saving them is the hardest job the Angels have ever tackled - until unexpected help comes their way. WHALE OF A TIME is the second instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 3: Seal with a Kiss
by Margaret ClarkWhen Meg and Mike help their father to rescue a fur seal in trouble, little do they know that their little brother Mark will fall in love with her and want to keep her in their backyard swimming pool. Everyone but Mark can see it's an idea that will never work. But other dramas are happening for the Aussie Angels and it isn't until the seal escapes that the Green family find out that humans and fur seals can be loyal and loving friends. SEAL WITH A KISS is the third instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 4: Hello, Possum
by Margaret ClarkThere are lots of brushtail possums at Animal Haven and Fur Bag is the resident mischief maker. But when Ringlet the female ringtail possum is rescued, she needs special care and attention, and Meg and Mike, the Aussie Angels, make sure she gets it. Then another ringtail is rescued from a flooded river and nearly causes a terrible disaster, but Boris Boola - who'd secretly like to be one of the Angels if only he could - and Carol the Camel, save the day. HELLO, POSSUM! is the fourth instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 7: Sheila the Heeler
by Margaret ClarkCattle dogs are extremely intelligent, love to work hard and are fiercely loyal. So when Ben, the old hermit who's lived in the bush for years, suddenly vanishes, his blue heeler dog Sheila is very agitated, and comes to Animal Haven for help. When the Aussie Angels go back to the farm with her, there's no one around. Can Meg and Mike help Sheila to find old Ben? They spot some new tyre tracks and one of the neighbours has seen a big black Mercedes headed for the farm. So who's been visiting old Ben, and why has he disappeared without a trace? SHEILA THE HEELER is the seventh instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 8: A Horse of Course
by Margaret ClarkSomething's stirring Alice up, and she's ususally such a placid dog. When the Green family follow her she leads them to an abandoned foal, and only Eddy the cocky seems to know where he comes from: a brumby herd led by the magnificent thoroughbred stallion Rise and Shine. Meg calls him Sunshine. A HORSE, OF COURSE is the eighth instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Aussie Angels 9: Operation Wombat
by Margaret ClarkWell, it looks like everything?s going wrong for the Angels! There?s a new principal at Boyer, who runs the place more like an army than a school; their favourite teacher Ms Lee is on leave and her replacement, Ms Trimbold, obviously doesn?t like them. Suddenly Meg and Mike are constantly in trouble. There's no more mobile phones at school, no more time off to help with animal rescues and worst of all they are suspended when Foxie accuses Mike of bringing Feral the ferret to school. It?s Foxie?s ferret, of course, but somehow he and Greash have persuaded the new teacher that the Greens are the real school troublemakers! When a baby wombat is dumped in the Greens? driveway, the Angels are sure Greash and Foxie are behind it. There are no wombats in the Otways, so someone must have brought this baby here deliberately. Boris, the reformed former leader of the School Rulers gang, decides to go undercover. He pretends to be in with Foxie and Greash so the Angels can find out what?s going on. When they discover a secret camp in the mountain, they dig up a scam that goes all the way to the top of the new school administration! OPERATION WOMBAT is the ninth instalment in a series loved by children all over Australia.
Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing
by Michael CrandellAuto 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.
Auto Upkeep (Fourth Edition): Maintenance, Light Repair, Auto Ownership, and How Cars Work
by Michael E. Gray Linda E. GrayFrom choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep is the do-it-yourself automotive guide for the driver in you. Auto Upkeep keeps you safe and your vehicle reliable by providing easy-to-follow information with detailed pictures and drawings. Discover how to choose a quality repair facility, buy a car, handle roadside emergencies, diagnose common problems, and communicate effectively with technicians - all while saving money. Auto Upkeep includes 20 full color chapters with over 700 illustrations. Learn more at AutoUpkeep.com.
Auto Upkeep Workbook: Maintenance, Light Repair, Auto Ownership, And How Cars Work
by Michael E. Gray Linda E. GrayAuto Upkeep is an introductory automotive book that provides the fundamental knowledge and experience in owning and maintaining an automobile. From choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep is the do-it-yourself automotive guide for the driver in you. Auto Upkeep helps keep you safe and your vehicle reliable by providing easy-to-follow information with detailed pictures and drawings. Discover how to choose a quality repair facility, buy a car, handle roadside emergencies, diagnose common problems, and communicate effectively with technicians all while saving money. For the full experience, purchase the Auto Upkeep textbook and workbook."--Publisher's website.
Automata and Computability
by Dexter C. KozenThis textbook provides undergraduate students with an introduction to the basic theoretical models of computability. Students who have already some experience with elementary discrete mathematics will find this a well-paced first course. Plenty of exercises are provided, ranging from the easy to the challenging.
Avatar, The Last Airbender: The Rise of Kyoshi (Chronicles of the Avatar #1)
by F. C. YeeAn instant USA Today and New York Times bestseller, F.C. Yee’s Avatar, the Last Airbender:The Rise of Kyoshi delves into the story of Kyoshi, the Earth Kingdom–born Avatar. Written in consultation with Michael Dante DiMartino, the visionary cocreator and executive producer of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra animated TV series. The longest-living Avatar in this beloved world’s history, Avatar Kyoshi established the brave and respected Kyoshi Warriors, but she also founded the secretive Dai Li, which led to the corruption, decline, and fall of her own nation. The first of two novels based on Avatar Kyoshi in the Chronicles of the Avatar series, The Rise of Kyoshi maps her journey from a girl of humble origins to the merciless pursuer of justice who is still feared and admired centuries after she became the Avatar. “Yee artfully weaves in political entanglements as well as complex cultural identities to fully immerse readers in Kyoshi's world. . . . An action-packed tale that answers some long-awaited questions; fans will look forward to the promised sequel.”—Kirkus Reviews
Aven Green Baking Machine (Aven Green #2)
by Dusti BowlingNow that third-grader Aven Green has retired from sleuthing, it&’s time to conquer a whole new world: baking! Aven knows she&’s an expert baker of cakes and cookies since she&’s been baking with her mom for a really long time. Plus no one bakes quite like her. She cracks eggs with her feet and measures sugar and flour with her feet (plus measuring cups) since she was born without arms. And now Aven has her eye on the prize: a beautiful blue ribbon for baking at the county fair. So she teams up with her friends Kayla, Emily, and Sujata. But It turns out they all have very different tastes and a lot of opinions about baking. Talk about a recipe for disaster!
Aven Green Music Machine (Aven Green #3)
by Dusti BowlingAven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling&’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. &“Realistic, affirming, and uplifting. &”—Kirkus Reviews Third-grader Aven Green is a real professional musician! She just needs to choose what instrument to play. When she decides to try the piano, Aven is disappointed when she can&’t master Mozart in one whole day. To pick up Aven&’s beat, her parents take her for a four-hour drive to see someone just like her play the guitar. With new inspiration and a special gift from her great-grandma, Aven is ready to take on the school talent show. Will she be ready in time? Or will she blow her big chance?
Aven Green Sleuthing Machine (Aven Green #1)
by Dusti BowlingThird-grader Aven Green has been solving mysteries for a really long time—a whole month! She&’s solved many important cases like The Mystery of the Cranky Mom, The Mystery of the Missing Ice Cream, and The Mystery of the Smelly Feet. Her record is nearly 100% (only The Mystery of the Cereal in My Underpants remains unsolved to this day). Aven asks all the right questions, wields her detective kit carefully, and follows up on every clue. Then her teacher&’s lunch bag (with her lunch still in it) is taken and Aven&’s great-grandma&’s beloved dog goes missing! Can this perceptive detective crack two cases at the same time? Luckily, Aven has a super-powered brain full of lots of extra brain cells to take on both cases. See, she was born without arms, so all of the cells that were supposed to make her arms went into making her brain instead. At least that&’s her working theory for The Mystery of Why I Have So Many Extra Brain Cells.
Aven Green Soccer Machine (Aven Green #4)
by Dusti BowlingAven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling&’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Third-grader Aven Green is an expert soccer player. She even has her own top secret moves! But when her friend Sujata joins the team, Aven has a hard time learning to help the new player shine. When the time comes to choose a new team captain, will Aven learn to share the spotlight and understand what it means to be a team player?Praise for Aven Green Music Machine: "Realistic, affirming, and uplifting." —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewPraise for Aven Green Sleuthing Machine:&“Bowling&’s beloved &“Life of a Cactus&” protagonist returns in a new series of chapter books that capture her life as third grader. . . . Young readers will laugh aloud at Aven&’s funny reactions . . . [and] they will be intrigued by the practical skills she has perfected. . . . This chapter book companion to Bowling&’s well-loved middle-grade series is a recommended purchase.&” —School Library Journal (Starred review)
Averil Offline
by Amy Noelle ParksA fun, fast-paced story about a girl determined to cut the cord with her helicopter parents.Twelve-year-old coder Averil can't do anything without her parents knowing. That&’s because her mom uses the Ruby Slippers surveillance app to check where she is, who she texts, and even what she eats for lunch. Averil wonders how she&’s ever going to grow up if she&’s not allowed to learn from mistakes. When she learns that Ruby Slippers is about to become even more invasive, she teams up with Max, a new kid at school dealing with overbearing parents of his own. Together they figure out an almost foolproof way to ditch their parents and run away to the college campus that&’s home to the quirky Ruby Slippers creator. It&’s an extreme challenge just getting to meet with him—but the two kids cleverly figure out a series of puzzles and get their meeting. What they find gives them pause—and gets them thinking about the value of honesty in a new light. After all, isn&’t trust at the heart of their parents' need to know?
Awaken (Abandon #3)
by Meg CabotFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot, the dark reimagining of the Persephone myth comes to a thrilling conclusion.Death has her in his clutches. She doesn't want him to let go.Seventeen-year-old Pierce Oliviera knew by accepting the love of John Hayden, she'd be forced to live forever in the one place she's always dreaded most: the Underworld. The sacrifice seemed worth it, though, because it meant she could be with the boy she loves.But now her happiness -- and safety -- are threatened, all because the Furies have discovered that John has broken one of their strictest rules: He revived a human soul.If the balance between life and death isn't fixed, both the Underworld and Pierce's home back on earth will be wiped away. But there's only one way to restore order. Someone has to die.
Away (Alone)
by Megan E. FreemanA group of children investigate the threat that prompted large-scale evacuations in this powerful and dramatic companion novel to the New York Times bestselling Alone told in multiple POVs.After an imminent yet unnamed danger forces people across Colorado to leave their homes, a group of kids including an aspiring filmmaker and a budding journalist find themselves in the same evacuation camp. As they cope with the aftermath of having their world upended, they grow curious about the mysterious threat. And as they begin to investigate, they start to discover that there&’s less truth and more cover-up to what they&’re being told. Can they get to the root of the conspiracy, expose the bad actors, and bring an end to the upheaval before it&’s too late?
BTEC First Health and Social Care Level 2 Assessment Guide: Unit 1 Human Lifespan Development & Unit 2 Health and Social Care Values
by Ian Gunn Carole Trotter Joanne FranksTake the guesswork out of BTEC assessment with sample student work and assessor feedback for all pass, merit and distinction criteria.By focusing on assessment this compact guide leads students through each pass, merit and distinction criterion by clearly showing them what they are required to do.- Helps your students tackle the new exam with confidence, with mock examination questions together with answers and feedback provided. - Provides a sample student answer for every single pass, merit and distinction criterion, together with detailed assessor's comments on how work can be improved, so that students know exactly what their work needs to show to hit their grade target - Saves you time - realistic model assignments are included and provide an opportunity to generate all evidence, with each criterion and grade clearly indicated, so there is no need to rewrite yet more assignment briefs- Use instead of a textbook - detailed revision-style summaries of all the learning aims from the unit support students, allowing them to quickly find the facts and ideas they will need for their assessment- Enables you to customise your course - combine this guide with others in the series so you only pay for the units you deliver