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Discovering Art History
by Gerald F. BrommerThis new edition of Discovering Art History is an in-depth, comprehensive approach to art. The program includes an extensive survey of Western art, studies of non-Western art, as well as an introduction to art appreciation. Engaging studio activities throughout the text are keyed to chapter content. This premier art history program will show students how the visual arts serve to shape and reflect ideas, issues, and themes from the time of the first cave paintings to the twenty-first century. The Student Book includes:In-depth profiles of artists, artistic periods, and movements Vibrant maps, timelines, and diagrams Student profiles for peer comparison of studio exercises
Discovering Black America: From the Age of Exploration to the Twenty-First Century
by Linda Tarrant-ReidFrom the first African explorers to the first black president, this illustrated history is an excellent resource and “an epic work” (School Library Journal).Discovering Black America is an unprecedented account of more than 400 years of African American history set against a background of American and global events. It begins with a black sailor aboard the Niña with Christopher Columbus and continues through the colonial period, slavery, the Civil War, Jim Crow, and civil rights to the first African American president in the White House. With first-person narratives from diaries and journals, interviews, and archival images, Discovering Black America provides an intimate understanding of this extensive history. “Engaging . . . brings to light many intriguing and tragically underreported stories.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Reproductions of historical documents, photographs, and artwork provide a sense of immediacy to this immersive tapestry, which reaches well beyond the milestones typically outlined in history books.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“Absolutely gorgeous in design, with a harmonious marriage of text and colorful archival images, this is the kind of book that invites browsing, and its extensive reach will make this a go-to title for report writers.” —School Library Journal“Begins with the first African explorers and seamen arriving in the New World in the fifteenth century, and . . . ends with the presidential election of Barack Obama . . . meticulous footnotes and a bibliography of recommended books…An excellent title for classroom support.” —Booklist“Thoroughly researched and documented…an outstanding resource for students. The primary source documents, photographs, and archival maps that complement this compelling account will engage readers.” —Library Media Connection (highly recommended)An NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People
Discovering Careers
by John A. Wanat E. Weston Pfeiffer Richard Van GulikDiscovering Careers provides students with the opportunity to begin career exploration as young adults. Students will discover their personal goals, interests, and aptitudes as related to career concepts. Technology skills will be developed as well as personal skills, decision-making skills, and employability skills. Discovering Careers challenges students to begin to determine what they want and expect for their future. Opportunities are presented to research careers using the 16 national career clusters, as established by the States' Career Clusters Initiative, to help define future goals. As part of the learning process, awareness will be gained of the educational and training requirements that are needed for various careers and occupations. Traditional careers and nontraditional careers will also be studied. Discovering Careers is the first step toward preparing students to make the most of their study time and learn how to prepare for the future.
Discovering Careers
by John A. Wanat E. Weston Pfeiffer Richard Van GulikDiscovering 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
Discovering Careers
by John A. Wanat E. Weston Pfeiffer Richard Van GulikDiscovering Careers applies an integrated approach to learning career skills that are vitally important in today's workplace. This comprehensive text provides instruction to introduce students to the skills needed to succeed in school, on the job, and on their own. By studying this text, students will learn skills and techniques that will enable them to prepare for a career and become productive members of the workforce. They will also learn how to be better employees, skilled citizens, and confident contributors to the community.
Discovering Careers
by John A. Wanat E. Weston Pfeiffer Richard Van GulikDiscovering Careers, the only textbook program that is consistently updated to current job opportunities and technology skills, helps middle school students begin career exploration and practice the skills needed to succeed in high school and beyond. The text engages students in career and technical education programs as they apply new skills through an ongoing personal achievement plan and activities to add to their college and career readiness portfolio. The tenth edition has been updated to changes taking place in the workplace, including current topics such as the gig economy, workplace culture, data analysis, digital citizenship, money management, and new methods of professional communication.
Discovering Fiction: A Reader of North American Short Stories 1
by Judith Kay Rosemary GelshenenNorth American short stories enhance students' reading skills, language learning, and enjoyment of literature. Discovering Fiction, Second Edition, Student's Book 1 presents stories with universal appeal to engage students and make them think critically. Among the authors included are O. Henry, William Saroyan, Gwendolyn Brooks, Isaac Asimov, and Sandra Cisneros. Extensive pre-reading activities capture students' interest. Post-reading activities check their comprehension, increase their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, and provide thought-provoking discussion and writing assignments. Literary term explanations and tasks enhance students' appreciation of literature. In addition, WebQuests take students beyond the reading to expand their knowledge of the topic while building Internet reading skills.
Discovering Food and Nutrition
by Connie R. SasseThe essential textbook for beginning level food and nutrition courses. "Discovering Food and Nutrition" helps students learn to plan nutritious meals and snacks within limits of time and money, to shop wisely, to work in a kitchen safely and efficiently, and to prepare a variety of foods. "Discovering Food and Nutrition" is an introductory foods program for middle school with short chapters, engaging photos and charts, and a comfortable reading level. It offers middle school students and high school students with special needs the motivation to learn how to become active, engaged students of food preparation, nutrition and consumer skills.
Discovering French Today!, French 1, Bleu
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French Today!, French 1A, First part = Première partie
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French Today!, French 1B, Second Part = Deuxième partie
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French Today!, French 3, Rouge
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French, Nouveau! 1a Bleu, Première Partie
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French, Nouveau! 1a Bleu, Première Partie
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French, Nouveau! 1b Bleu, Deuxième Partie
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering French, Today!, French 2, Blanc
by Jean-Paul Valette Rebecca M. ValetteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering Life Skills (2nd Edition)
by Annette Gentry BaileyDiscovering Life Skills is an exploratory overview of Family and Consumer Sciences designed for middle school use. Discovering Life Skills can be used for a six-week, nine-week, or semester course. The 25 chapters correlate to the FACS modules sold by a variety of vendors. See the Module Crosswalk in the Teacher Resource Guide.
Discovering Our Past: A History Of The Unite States-Early Years, Student Edition
by McGraw-Hill Education EditorsConnect to core U. S. History content with an accessible, student-friendly text built on the principles of Understanding by Design.
Discovering Our Past: A History Of The United States Early Years
by Joyce Appleby Alan Brinkley Albert S. BroussardNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States
by James M. Mcpherson Joyce Appleby Alan Brinkley Donald A. Ritchie Albert S. BroussardBring the people, issues, and events of yesterday to life for the students of today with the first truly integrated print and digital curriculum for Middle School U. S. History. McGraw-Hill networks: A Social Studies Learning System combines print resources grounded in solid pedagogy with a full suite of teaching and learning tools for a flexible, customized learning experience. Focus on the Essential Questions with an accessible student text built around Enduring Understanding and NCSS Standards Put students in the middle of the action with The Story Matters chapter openers, Biography features, Step Into Place maps and Step Into Time timelines Maximize comprehension with built-in reading strategies, vocabulary support, Visual Literacy activities, and Guided Questions Build critical thinking and historical analysis skills with Thinking Like a Historian, It Matters Because, What Do You Think, and Connections to Today Customize the learning experience with differentiated instruction, leveled reading, customizable assessments and worksheets, and flexible online learning tools
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States
by James M. Mcpherson Joyce Appleby Alan Brinkley Donald A. Ritchie Albert S. BroussardStudent Edition: Connect to Core US History content with an accessible,student-friendly text built on the instructional approach of Understanding by Design®
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States
by James M. Mcpherson Joyce Appleby Alan Brinkley Donald A. Ritchie Albert S. BroussardTextbook
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States
by McGraw HillConnect to core U.S. History content with an accessible, student-friendly text built on the principles of Understanding by Design.
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States & New York II
by Joyce Appleby Alan Brinkley Donald A. Ritchie Albert S. Broussard James M. McPhersonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Discovering Our Past: A History of the United States - Early Years (The American Journey)
by McGraw HillDiscovering Our Past: A History of the United States-Early Years, Student Edition