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Technical Writing for Success
by Darlene Smith-Worthington Sue JeffersonTaking an applied approach to teaching workplace writing, TECHNICAL WRITING FOR SUCCESS 3E is a comprehensive text designed to focus on skills that employers demand in today's workplace--thinking, listening, composing, revising, and editing. Students are encouraged to acquire many workplace skills through integrated and applied instruction so that mastering technical writing is relevant and exciting. Abundant model documents reflect Office 2007 formats and include questions providing critical thinking opportunities. This comprehensive text features an engaging writing style, student and real-world models, write-to-learn activities, expanded oral presentation coverage, and much more. TECHNICAL WRITING FOR SUCCESS 3E provides instruction on the less common documents not covered in general communication texts, e. g. , proposals, news releases, science lab reports, and instructions. Chapter contents include technical research; writing for the Web; brief informative, brief investigative and recommendation reports; as well as technical reading.
Teeth: Vampire Tales
by Holly Black Neil Gaiman Melissa Marr Cassandra ClareThe first bite is only the beginning.Twenty of today's favorite writers explore the intersections between the living, dead, and undead. Their vampire tales range from romantic to chilling to gleeful—and touch on nearly every emotion in between.Neil Gaiman's vampire-poet in "Bloody Sunrise" is brooding, remorseful, and lonely. Melissa Marr's vampires make a high-stakes game of possession and seduction in "Transition." And in "Why Light?" Tanith Lee's lovelorn vampires yearn most of all for the one thing they cannot have—daylight. Drawn from folk traditions around the world, popular culture, and original interpretations, the vampires in this collection are enticingly diverse.But reader beware: The one thing they have in common is their desire for blood. . . .
Ten Things We Did (and Probably Shouldn't Have)
by Sarah MlynowskiPraised by New York Times bestselling author Lauren Myracle as “hilarious, moving and flat-out fun,” and Kirkus as a “pitch-perfect rendering…of the teen experience,” Ten Things We Did (and Probably Shouldn't Have) has captured the hearts of critics and readers alike.Fans of Sarah Dessen, E. Lockhart, and Maureen Johnson will love this hilarious and heartwarming tale of a girl on her own for the first time.If given the opportunity, what sixteen-year-old wouldn’t jump at the chance to move in with a friend and live parent-free? Although maybe “opportunity” isn’t the right word, since April had to tell her dad a tiny little untruth to make it happen (see #1: “Lied to Our Parents”). But she and her housemate Vi are totally responsible and able to take care of themselves. How they ended up “Skipping School” (#3), “Buying a Hot Tub” (#4), and, um, “Harboring a Fugitive” (#7) is a mystery to them.To get through the year, April will have to juggle a love triangle, learn to do her own laundry, and accept that her carefully constructed world just might be falling apart . . . one thing-she-shouldn’t-have-done at a time.
Tennessee Holt Elements of Language, Sixth Course
by Judith L. Irvin Lee Odell Richard VaccaNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Test (Bluford Series #17)
by Peggy Kern Paul LanganLiselle Mason is in trouble. For weeks, she ignored the changes in her body and tried to forget her brief relationship with Oscar Price, her moody classmate at Bluford High. But when Liselle's clothes stop fitting, and her brother notices her growing belly, she panics. A pregnancy test confirms her biggest fears. Unwilling to admit the truth, Liselle suddenly faces a world with no easy answers. Where will she turn? Who will she tell? What will she do?
Texas Treasures: British Literature
by Jeffrey D. Wilhelm Douglas Fisher Beverly Ann Chin Jacqueline Jones RoysterSelections of British literature.
Texts AND Lessons for CONTENT: Area Reading
by Harvey Smokey" Daniels Nancy SteinekeTo have any hope of kids investing fully in the subject matter, we have to start by evoking their curiosity and get them interested in the topic. Engaging the students can't wait. If we wait for the fun stuff that might pop up later, the kids will have already jumped ship.
The Pacific: El infierno estaba sólo a un océano
by Hugh AmbroseEl historiador Hugh Ambrose ahonda en la experiencia de la miniserie televisiva de HBO retransmitida en Canal +, The Pacific, y desvela las odiseas entrelazadas de cuatro marines y un piloto de portaaviones de la Armada. Sidney C. Philips, un tranquilo adolescente de Alabama, se alista con un colega en la Marina. «Manila» John Basilone, hijo de inmigrantes italianos, encuentra la felicidad en la vida azarosa de los marines. Eugene B. Sledge observa cómo su mejor amigo y su hermano se van a la guerra, y termina por rebelarse contra sus padres para poder acompañarlos. «Shifty» Shofner es el vástago de una destacada familia con una longeva trayectoria en la carrera militar. El alférez Vernon «Mike» Micheel abandona la granja familiar para poder terminar el instituto. Estos cinco hombres libraron muchas de las batallas claves de la guerra en el Pacífico entre la retirada estadounidense de China, acaecida en 1941, y el momento del aterrizaje de MacArthur en suelo japonés, ya en agosto de 1945. En estas páginas, Hugh Ambrose se centra en las experiencias reales de estos combatientes y las de sus compañeros de armas con el propósito de ampliar y realzar todo lo narrado en la miniserie de la HBO y Canal +. Esta obra nos ofrece una perspectiva histórica única sobre la contienda entre Estados Unidos y Japón, desde la debacle de Bataán al milagro de Midway, del torbellino despiadado de Guadalcanal a las negras arenas de Iwo Jima y los campos de la muerte de Okinawa, y por último el triunfal pero inquietante regreso a casa, al haber cubierto cerca de cuatro años de combates con un acceso sin precedentes a archivos militares, cartas, diarios, memorias, fotografías y entrevistas. Estas son las verdaderas historias de hombres que se jugaron la vida en primera línea por su país, que se vieron enviados al otro lado del mundo para enfrentarse a un enemigo que prefería el suicidio a la rendición, hombres que sufrieron las privaciones y la humillación en campos de prisioneros de guerra, hombres que presenciaron bajas tanto civiles como militares. Pagaron un precio espeluznante por sus medallas, y todos ellos lo pagaron de veras.
Then He Kissed Me
by Christie RidgwayThe three Baci sisters are on a mission to save the family winery by transforming it into a wedding destination. When Stevie Baci playfully names her own side business Napa Princess Limousine, she never dreams she'll be driving a real prince around Napa Valley. Jacques Parini, aka "Jack", is looking to expand his family's wine interests. But after kissing Stevie, he finds this California girl in a black chauffeur's hat does more than drive him crazy.
There is No Dog
by Meg RosoffMeet your unforgettable protagonist: God, who, as it turns out, is a 19-year-old boy living in the present-day and sharing an apartment with his long-suffering fifty-something personal assistant. Unfortunately for the planet, God is lazy and, frankly, hopeless. He created all of the world's species in six days because he couldn't summon the energy to work for longer. He gets Africa and America mixed up. And his beleagured assistant has his work cut out for him when God creates a near-apolcalyptic flood, having fallen asleep without turning the bath off. There is No Dog is a darkly funny novel from one of our most delightfully unpredictable writers.From the Hardcover edition.
The Thief-Taker's Apprentice
by Stephen DeasBerren has lived in the city all his life. He has made his way as a thief, paying a little of what he earns to the Fagin like master of their band. But there is a twist to this tale of a thief. One day Berren goes to watch an execution of three thieves. He watches as the thief-taker takes his reward and decides to try and steal the prize. He fails. The young thief is taken. But the thief-taker spots something in Berren. And the boy reminds him of someone as well. Berren becomes his apprentice.And is introduced to a world of shadows, deceit and corruption behind the streets he thought he knew.Full of richly observed life in a teeming fantasy city, a hectic progression of fights, flights and fancies and charting the fall of a boy into the dark world of political plotting and murder this marks the beginning of a new fantasy series for all lovers of fantasy - from fans of Kristin Cashore to Brent Weeks.
This Is Washington, D. C.
by Miroslav SasekContinuing the success of the runaway best sellers This is New York and This is London comes the latest title from M. Sasek’s beloved and nostalgic children’s travel series. Sasek’s This is Washington, D.C. is a facsimile edition of his original book, which was first published in 1969. The brilliant illustrations have been meticulously preserved, with the facts updated for the twenty-first century. The charming illustrations, coupled with Sasek’s playful narrative, makes for a perfect souvenir that will delight children and parents alike. Super-tourist Sasek paints Washington red, white, and blue as he tours the nation’s capital. Stops include the Washington Monument (which commands a view of all the Federal buildings and most of the museums, monuments, and memorials), the White House (whose lawn is a grassy launching pad for the President’s helicopter), and the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park, the last residence of the world’s most famous ursine, Smokey the Bear! With bright pictures and snappy commentary, Sasek wittily captures all the fascinating things to do and see in a city of green parks, wide avenues, and classic white porticoes. Designed by a Frenchman and renowned for its cherry blossoms, This is Washington, D.C.!
The Thomas Sowell Reader
by Thomas SowellThese selections from the many writings of Thomas Sowell over a period of a half century cover social, economic, cultural, legal, educational, and political issues. The sources range from Dr. Sowell's letters, books, newspaper columns, and articles in both scholarly journals and popular magazines. The topics range from late-talking children to "tax cuts for the rich," baseball, race, war, the role of judges, medical care, and the rhetoric of politicians. These topics are dealt with by sometimes drawing on history, sometimes drawing on economics, and sometimes drawing on a sense of humor.
Tiger's Curse (The Tiger Curse Series #1)
by Colleen HouckA teenage girl and a shape-shifting tiger find romance, adventure, and a dangerous quest in this New York Times bestselling fantasy series debut.When Oregon teenager Kelsey Hayes took a summer job with a local circus, she expected to make some extra money. She never thought she’d be heading to India with a mysterious white tiger named Ren—or trying to break a 300-year-old Indian curse. But that’s exactly what happened. Now she’s face-to-face with dark forces, spellbinding magic, and mystical worlds where nothing is what it seems. And as she discovers Ren’s true identity, Kelsey risks everything to piece together an ancient prophecy that could break the curse forever.
Till Death Do Us Bark
by Judi MccoyProfessional dog walker Ellie Engleman may have a psychic connection with dogs, but she was hoping she would not get roped into dealing with the wet-nosed guests at the Hamptons wedding she's been invited to. But soon she's chasing her tail over trouble of the two-legged variety. Before the bride can say, "I do," someone is murdered. And Ellie and her yorkiepoo Rudy must put their noses to the ground to sniff out the killer. .
Time of Death (In Death)
by J. D. RobbJ. D. Robb's In Death novels have been praised as "Law & Order: SVU--in the future" (Entertainment Weekly). Now, together in one volume, three stories that spotlight Lieutenant Eve Dallas doing what she does best: solving crime with skill, integrity, and passion... "Eternity in Death" A seductive killer is luring in victims with a promise of the impossible--immortality. Eve Dallas must strip away the fantasy to catch the coldhearted madman. "Ritual in Death" Eve is plunged into the violent aftermath of a ritualistic murder--and into the mind of an alleged witness who can't remember a thing to save his life. "Missing in Death" When a woman disappears from aboard a New York City ferry, it's a case that only Eve Dallas can solve--because the woman didn't jump and yet she's not on board...
Time to Move on (Carter High Senior Year)
by Eleanor RobinsThese books continue the stories from Carter High Chronicles and introduce new characters. Topics are involving and pertinent to young adult readers: romance, sports, friendships, exams, work, family.
To Be A Man (Urban Underground Series)
by Anne SchraffWritten for young adults, the Urban Underground series confronts issues that are of great importance to teens, such as friendship, loyalty, drugs, gangs, abuse, urban blight, bullies, and self-esteem to name a few. More than entertainment, these books can be a powerful learning and coping tool when a struggling reader connects with credible characters and a compelling storyline. The highly readable style and mature topics will appeal to young adult readers of both sexes and encourage them to finish each novel.
Tom Clancy's Endwar: The Hunted
by David MichaelsShe's known as the Snow Maiden-an operative of a secret group dedicated to world domination. To get their hands on her, U.S. Special Forces Captain Alexander Brent and his team will have to outmaneuver a terrorist faction bent on wiping her off the face of the earth.
Torrent (River of Time #3)
by Lisa Tawn BergrenWhen Gabi and Lia finally learn to surf the river of time, they realize they must make hard choices about life and love in Torrent, the third and final book in the River of Time series. Gabi and Lia Betarrini have learned to control their time travel, and they return from medieval Italy to save their father from his tragic death in modern times. But love calls across the centuries, and the girls are determined to return forever--even though they know the Black Plague is advancing across Europe, claiming the lives of one-third of the population. In the suspenseful conclusion of the River of Time series, every decision is about life . . . and death.
Tottel's Miscellany: Songs And Sonnets Of Henry Howard, Earl Of Surrey, Sir Thomas Wyatt And Others
by Amanda Holton Tom MacFaulRichard Tottel (c. 1528-93) was primarily a publisher of legal texts, but history has indelibly associated his name with Songes and Sonettes, here styled Tottel's Miscellany.
A Touch Mortal
by Leah CliffordEden didn't expect Az. Not his saunter down the beach toward her. Not his unbelievable pick-up line. Not the instant, undeniable connection. And not his wings. Yeah. So long, happily-ever-after. Now trapped between life and death, cursed to spread chaos with her every touch, Eden could be the key in the eternal struggle between heaven and hell. All because she gave her heart to one of the Fallen, an angel cast out of heaven. She may lose everything she ever had. She may be betrayed by those she loves most. But Eden will not be a pawn in anyone else's game. Her heart is her own. And that's only the beginning of the end.
Touch of Frost (The\mythos Academy Ser. #1)
by Jennifer EstepThe new girl at a school for mythical warriors is out to solve her classmate&’s murder in the New York Times bestselling author&’s YA fantasy series debut. My name is Gwen Frost, and I go to Mythos Academy—a school of myths, magic and warrior whiz kids, where even the lowliest geek knows how to chop off somebody's head with a sword. Logan Quinn, the hottest Spartan guy in school, also happens to be the deadliest. But lately, things have been weird, even for Mythos. First, mean girl Jasmine Ashton was murdered in the Library of Antiquities. Then, someone stole the Bowl of Tears, a magical artifact that can be used to bring about the second Chaos War. That kinda puts us on the verge of death, destruction and lots of other bad, bad things. Now I'm determined to find out who killed Jasmine and why – especially since I should have been the one who died.
Traditions and Encounters: AP Edition (5th Edition)
by Jerry H. Bentley Herbert F. ZieglerTraditions and Encounters has a rich history of firsts: the first world history text to take a truly global perspective on the past, the first to emphasize connections among cultures, and the first to combine twin themes with a seven-part framework - making the huge story of world history more manageable. New features in this edition include: Revised Part and Chapter openers reflect the new themes in AP World History. New AP test bank and testing resources include two complete AP style practice tests available free with the book. New AP Online Learning Center contains a revised AP teacher manual and much more! The Primary Source Investigator Online now includes Document-Based Questions (DBQs). This online database offers hundreds of primary sources such as interactive maps, charts, photos, primary source documents, audio files, and video files with DBQs integrated, contextual information on each source, and thought-provoking questions that show students how historians look at sources.