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Rosie Woods in Rosielocks and the Three Bears (Rosie Woods Ser.)
by Maya MyersFor a group research project, Rosie’s team is assigned the topic of bears. Rosie is thrilled and dives right into planning the PERFECT group presentation. But things go awry when Rosie decides the other “bears” in the group are doing too much of this, or too little of that. Their ideas just don’t line up with hers. Can Rosie find a way to make the project “just right” for everyone, or will her self-appointed role as “chief bear” cause a bear brawl? Author Maya Myers, former K-1 teacher and classroom literacy specialist, infuses this tale with clever curricula and captures the antics, excitement, drama, and hilarity of elementary school. Rich back matter offers additional curriculum support.
Designing Sustainable Working Lives and Environments: Work, Health and Leadership in Theory and Practice
by Kerstin NilssonWork is central to people’s lives and the course of their life. The opportunities and chances an individual can have in their life are significantly connected to work. Individuals' work is also crucial for organisations, companies and for the whole of society. There is a constant need to make changes and readjustments of working life since these can deeply affect the individual and their employability. To make working lives more healthy, sustainable and attractive, being aware of the measures and changes that can be achieved in practice is of crucial importance. This book bridges the gap between the theories and explanatory models offered in research and actual work environments and workplaces.This book constitutes a theoretical framework that visualises the complexity of working life and increases the knowledge and awareness of individuals, companies, organisations and society regarding different factors and patterns. It aims to support individual reflections and joint discussions into daily operations on the individual, organisational and societal level. This book contains practical tools to use in daily working life that analyse possible risks in the work environment when planning measures and actions for health promotion. These practical tools are derived from the four spheres for action and employability in the SwAge model. Developed by the author, the SwAge model (Sustainable Working Life for All Ages) is a theoretical, explanatory model that explains the complexity of creating a healthy and sustainable working life for all ages. By using the SwAge model as a comprehensible framework, the reader will be able to visualise the complexity of factors that affect and influence whether people are able to and want to participate in working life and in the work environment, thereby contributing to increased employability.Designing Sustainable Working Lives and Environments is an essential read for students, researchers, work environment engineers, ergonomics and human factor specialists, occupational health and safety practitioners, business managers, HR staff, leadership decision-makers and labour union professionals.The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY) 4.0 license
Digital Fabrication and the Design Build Studio
by William Carpenter Arief Setiawan Christopher WeltyThis book explores the connection between digital fabrication and the design build studio in both academic and professional studios.The book presents 17 essays and cases studies from well-known scholars and practitioners, including Kengo Kuma, Joseph Choma, Dan Rockhill, Keith Zawistowski, and Marie Zawistowski, whose theoretical and practical work addresses design build at various levels. Four introductory essays trace the history of the design build movement, exploring the emergence of design build in the pedagogy of the Bauhaus, the integration of technology into architectural design, and the influence of the act of making on the design build studio. The rest of the book is divided into two parts; the first part looks at traditional pedagogical models for the design build studio, and the second part focuses on experimental methods used in design build programs. Together, these works discuss human behavior, social-cultural trends, and motivations in socially minded studios which are based on a service-learning model. They look at component-based studios where innovation allows for an increased level of research and testing of new materials and assemblies, sustainable principles, and zero-energy prototypes.Illustrated with over 200 color images, this book will be a valuable resource for architecture students, educators, and practitioners seeking to explore the impact of digital fabrication on the global design build movement.
The Routledge Handbook of International Environmental Policy
by Mahua BasuThis handbook is a one-stop, comprehensive guide to global initiatives for climate action. It examines policies to tackle climate change and the critical role various organizations play.The volume: Includes in-depth discussion of individual issues related to the environment Highlights global initiatives, negotiations, and international organizations responsible for climate action, protecting marine and freshwater environment, protecting atmosphere and climate, conserving biological diversity, chemicals and wastes management, environmental governance, safeguarding against warfare and disasters Debates on-ground implications of the international policies for the Global South Brings together case studies from across the world Presents a toolkit for environment practitioners to seek sustainable and practicable solutions to problems Includes suggested readings for researchers Brings together primary documents, supportive illustrations, graphs, and maps The handbook will be an essential reference for scholars and researchers of environmental studies, environmental policy and governance, sustainability and resilience. It will also be indispensable for policy makers, think tanks and NGOs.
Game-Changing Soccer Moments (Sports Illustrated Kids: Soccer Zone! Ser.)
by Nick HunterGame-changing moments have happened throughout soccer’s history. From the star players who score match-winning goals to incredible comebacks and fan celebrations, readers will experience the excitement of unforgettable moments on the pitch.
Goodnight Gymnastics (Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Bks.)
by Mandy R. Marx Sophie EvesAfter a day of watching thrilling routines, a young gymnastics fan says goodnight to her favorite sport. From the vault and beam to the bars and floor, her favorite gymnasts soar to success until the very last flip. With action-packed rhyming text and energetic art, Goodnight Gymnastics will have little tumblers cheering for bedtime!
Author vs. Illustrator
by Donald Lemke"At the far reaches of Earth, high upon a mountaintop, a bustling city is under attack by a . . . cute little furball? Wait—what?! That’s not right. The author wrote this book about a “ferocious beast,” not a cuddly critter. Turns out, the book’s illustrator has other plans. Page by page, these clashing collaborators are writing (and drawing) themselves into the story for a full-on creator combat—a bookmaking BATTLE ROYALE! Can the author make a successful book with no pictures? Can the Illustrator tell a tale without words? (A picture is worth a thousand of them, he says.) Or will this dueling duo get on the same page at last to create the ultimate happy ending? From Lemke & Lentz (the quirky collaborators behind Call of Doodie and Book-O-Beards) comes a laugh-out-loud picture book about the not-so-simple process of creating a picture book. Full of over-the-top humor and under-the-radar lessons—including the skills of teamwork, conflict resolution, and respect—this book is a must-have for young writers, budding artists, and lifelong book lovers."
Clever Crafts with Plastic Bottles (Clever Crafts With Everyday Things Ser.)
by Chelsey LuciowCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform plastic bottles into fun crafts. Turn plastic bottles into beautiful butterfly garland. Craft a tiered plastic bottle planter. Build your own plastic bottle cityscape. What will you make?
El Paje Perdido (La\biblioteca Maldita: Los Capítulos Finales Ser.)
by Michael DahlOcurre una gran explosión en la Biblioteca Maldita y uno de sus pajes ha desaparecido. Se necesitarán dos Bibliotecarios para encontrarlo y rescatarlo. Pero los héroes se encuentran con una amenaza inesperada . . . el Vigilante del Tiempo, un villano sediento de joyas cuya poderosa arma, el Topacio del Tiempo, puede convertir en polvo a sus enemigos y a todo lo que le rodea. Este misterio apasionante viene acompañado de preguntas de discusión, temas de escritura y un glosario.
Earthquakes and the Environment (Disasters And The Environment Ser.)
by Jamee-Marie EdwardsHuge cracks in highways. Buildings reduced to rubble. An earthquake can leave behind great destruction. These disasters affect the environment too. Earthquakes can pollute water supplies. They can change the coastline, disrupting plant and animal life. They trigger tsunamis and landslides that cause further damage. As soon as an earthquake ends, the recovery process starts. Learn how people can help affected areas recover from these deadly natural disasters.
What You Never Knew about Jenna Ortega (Behind The Scenes Biographies Ser.)
by Helen Cox CannonsJenna Ortega started acting at 9 years old. She was the voice of Disney's first Latina princess. But what are some things you don't know about Jenna? High-interest, carefully leveled text and bold photos will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers.
The Practice of Teaching: A Sociology of Education (Routledge Library Editions: Sociology of Education #19)
by Chris Easthope Rupert Maclean Gary EasthopeThis title, first published in 1990, examines the work of teachers in the classroom and the school from a sociological perspective. It will be important reading for teacher education students who have little or no background in sociology, providing them with information, understanding and techniques which will enable them to operate as competent teachers in the classroom.
Tree Plantation Extractivism in Chile: Territories, Fundamental Human Needs, and Resistance (Routledge Studies of the Extractive Industries and Sustainable Development)
by Alejandro Mora-MottaThis book examines how extractivism transforms territories and affects the well-being of rural people, drawing on in-depth fieldwork conducted on tree plantations in Chile.The book argues that pine and eucalyptus monoculture plantations in southern Chile are a form of extractivism representing a mode of nature appropriation that captures large amounts of natural resources to produce wooden-based raw materials with little processing and an export-oriented focus. The book discusses the nexus of extractivism, territorial transformations, well-being, and emerging resistances using a participatory action research methodological approach in the Region of Los Ríos, southern Chile. The findings show how the configuration of an extractivist logging enclave generated a substantial and irrevocable reordering of human-nature relations, resulting in the territorial and ontological occupation of rural places that disrupted the fundamental human needs of peasants and indigenous people. The book maintains that Chile's green growth development approach does not challenge the consolidated tree plantation enclave controlled by large multinationals. Instead, green growth legitimises the extractivist logic. The book draws parallels with other countries and regions to contribute to wider debates surrounding these topics.This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of the extractive industries, development studies, political ecology, and natural resource governance.
Cybercard Slam (The\gamer Ser.)
by Shawn PryorTyler and his friends are ready for a Cybercard Slam tourney when Cynthia Cyber appears. The supervillain makes the Slam Card creatures come to life and captures Tyler's friends in cards. It’s up to the Gamer to save his friends and stop Cynthia!
Tsunamis and the Environment (Disasters And The Environment Ser.)
by Ailynn CollinsTsunamis can be more than 100 feet tall! When tsunamis crash into a coastline, their harmful effects can linger for years. Besides the impact to people, they can have disastrous effects on the environment. Tsunamis can strip away forests and carry sand from beaches. Salt that seeps into the ground can keep plants from growing. Tsunamis also kill animals and destroy their homes. Learn about the important actions people are taking to help areas affected by tsunamis recover.
What You Never Knew about Tom Holland (Behind The Scenes Biographies Ser.)
by Mari BolteTom Holland has danced across stages. He has swung across the big screen. But what is his life like behind the scenes? Does he do his own stunts? What are his fears? These questions and more will be answered in this high-interest, carefully leveled book that will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers.
La Frase de la Muerte (La\biblioteca Maldita: Los Capítulos Finales Ser.)
by Michael DahlEl libro más aterrador de la Biblioteca Maldita contiene solo una frase, pero quien la lee, se desvanece. El libro está perdido en un pequeño pueblo, en el suelo de un autobús donde cualquiera puede encontrarlo y abrirlo. El único héroe que puede enfrentar la historia más corta del mundo es aquel que cuenta con una habilidad muy especial... el Bibliotecario Ciego. Al final de esta historia apasionante encontrarás preguntas de discusión, temas de escritura y un glosario.
Movie Menace (The\gamer Ser.)
by Shawn PryorTyler Morant and his friends are seeing a hot new video-game-turned-movie, Mega Mightees. Suddenly one of the Mega Mightees leaps off the screen, headed right for the kids. As more characters come to life, the battle proves too much for the Gamer alone. How will the Gamer defeat these mighty enemies?
See and Say German (Learn A Language! Ser.)
by Monika Estrada"How do you tell someone that you’re hungry in German? What’s the German word for airplane? With this book, curious kids will learn to see and say simple words and phrases in German. Culturally specific photos and Pebble Sprout’s interactive format make language learning a game of discovery! More titles in this series: See and Say French See and Say Mandarin See and Say Spanish"
Disco Danger (The\gamer Ser.)
by Shawn PryorTyler and his friend Kira are decorating for a school dance when a dancing villain appears. Disco Danger zaps Kira, turning her into a disco ball! In order to save her, Tyler transforms into the Gamer and faces off against Disco Danger and his dancing games.
Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams: Tennis Legends Face Off (Sports Illustrated Kids: Legend Vs. Legend Ser.)
by Karen BischerSerena and Venus Williams are tennis superstars! Between the two, Serena has career aces, but Venus has clocked the fastest serve. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two of legendary pro tennis players.
Your Sustainable World: A Kid's Guide To Everyday Choices That Help The Planet!
by Laura PerdewIt's your world, so make it a sustainable one! Learn how small, everyday choices can lead to big, positive changes for the planet—from how you use energy to what you wear, eat, and buy. Packed full of tips and relevant actions for kids to take, this is an empowering guide for any young reader looking to help the environment and make a difference. Get ready to go green and create a sustainable lifestyle, one choice at a time!
Planet Takeover (The\gamer Ser.)
by Shawn PryorAs Tyler Morant sits down to play a space battle video game, his screen flickers and an alarm sounds. Game Galaxy Ten needs the Gamer’s help. A villain named Vex Vision is trying to take over the game. Tyler quickly transforms to go on a mission that crosses galaxies. Can he bring down a villain who is truly out of this world?
Encounters with Chaos and Fractals (Textbooks in Mathematics)
by Denny Gulick Jeff FordEncounters with Chaos and Fractals, Third Edition provides an accessible introduction to chaotic dynamics and fractal geometry. It incorporates important mathematical concepts and backs up the definitions and results with motivation, examples, and applications. The Third Edition updates this classic book for a modern audience. New applications on contemporary topics, like data science and mathematical modelling, appear throughout. Coding activities are transitioned to open-source programming languages, including Python. The text begins with examples of mathematical behavior exhibited by chaotic systems, first in one dimension and then in two and three dimensions. Focusing on fractal geometry, the authors introduce famous infinitely complicated fractals. How to obtain computer renditions of them are explained. The book concludes with Julia sets and the Mandelbrot set. The Third Edition includes: v More coding activities included in each section. The code is expanded to include pseudo-code, with specific examples in MATLAB (or it’s open-source cousin Octave) and Python. v Many more and updated exercises from previous editions. v Proof writing exercises for a more theoretical course. v Sections revised to include historical context. v Short sections added to explain applied problems developing the mathematics. This edition reveals how these ideas are continuing to be applied in the 21st century, while connecting to the long and winding history of dynamical systems. The primary focus is the beauty and diversity of these ideas. Offering more than enough material for a one-semester course, the authors show how these subjects continue to grow within mathematics and in many other disciplines.
Clever Crafts with Cardboard Boxes (Clever Crafts With Everyday Things Ser.)
by Chelsey LuciowCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform cardboard boxes into fun crafts. Turn sliced cardboard into magnificent mosaic art. Make a mini maze for a marble. Construct a cozy cardboard cottage for a pet. What will you make?