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Brooklyn Noir: The Classics (Akashic Noir)
by Pearl Abraham Pete Hamill Sidney OffitThis award-winning anthology of original crime fiction exploring Brooklyn&’s many enclaves features new stories by Pete Hamill, Maggie Estep and others.New York&’s punchiest borough asserts its criminal legacy with this collection of stories from some of today&’s best writers. Brooklyn Noir moves from Coney Island to Bedford-Stuyvesant to Bay Ridge to Red Hook to Bushwick to Sheepshead Bay to Park Slope and far deeper, into the heart of Brooklyn&’s historical and criminal largesse. Each contributor offers a new story set in a distinct neighborhood. Many of the stories that first appeared in this volume have garnered critical acclaim, including Pete Hamill&’s Edgar Award finalist &“The Book Signing&”; Ellen Miller&’s Pushcart Prize finalist &“Practicing&”; Pearl Abraham&’s Shamus Award finalist &“Hasidic Noir&”; Arthur Nersesian&’s Anthony Award finalist &“Hunter/Trapper&”; and Thomas Morrissey&’s Robert L. Fish Memorial Award-winner &“Can&’t Catch Me&”.Brooklyn Noir also features brand-new stories by Nelson George, Sidney Offit, Neal Pollack, Ken Bruen, Maggie Estep, Kenji Jasper, Adam Mansbach, C.J. Sullivan, Chris Niles, Norman Kelley, Nicole Blackman, Tim McLoughlin, Lou Manfredo, Luciano Guerriero, and Robert Knightley.
The Lesson: A Fable of Hope
by Carol Lynn PearsonA simple, inspiring story about solving problems from the bestselling author of A Stranger For Christmas. Robert is delighted when he successfully solves his first math problem at school—one plus one equals two. He thinks his work is done—but he&’s about to learn that there are plenty more problems to solve… This inspiring, national bestselling fable brings us back to the world of homework assignments, classroom desks, and cafeteria food to remind us that grownups face problems every day and show how to solve them. You may no longer have to puzzle over what happens when two trains are approaching Cleveland, with one leaving at 1:00 P.M. and traveling at 50 mph…but perhaps you&’re struggling with waking up fourteen days in a row wondering if it&’s worth it to get out of bed, or why you feel like you&’re giving 100% to a relationship and getting only 30% in return. Beautifully illustrated and told in the straightforward tradition of a classic fable, The Lesson is an uplifting tale that can help you rediscover the joy of finally finding the right answer.
The Game of Work: How to Enjoy Work as Much as Play
by Charles A. CoonradtThe guide to making human nature work with you and not against you by increasing job enjoyment and producing extraordinary results. On a hot day when the air conditioning goes off, employees can start complaining that it&’s too hot to work. But after work in the parking lot, where it is twenty degrees hotter, they will look at each other say, &“Well, what do you think, golf or tennis?&” Why will people, in recreation, pay for the privilege of working harder than they will work when they are paid? In The Game of Work, Charles A. Coonradt explains what makes people so dedicated to recreational pursuits, and shows—with fresh, proven management techniques—how to use that same motivation to win at business. Using the principles outlined in this book, a major consumer beverage manufacturer reduced costs by 25 cents per case resulting in an annual $30 million savings, a large grocery distribution company reduced their losses from warehouse and truck damage by over $10 million, a communications firm increased profits from $1.7 million to $3.4 million in one year, a multi-store retail chain improved corporate valuation by over 500% prior to being acquired, a manufacturing firm reduced waste metal costs $30,000 a year, an advertising executive increased his sales volume 55 percent in 90 days, and a warehouse/distribution operation reduced accidents by 38% saving over $500,000 in one year. Everyone can achieve better results with these proven principles. Company presidents, managers, supervisors, sales personnel, and human resource directors will find ideas for achieving not only personal success but also success for the entire business team.
Tell Me What to Eat if I Have Acid Reflux, Revised Edition: Nutrition You Can Live With (Tell Me What to Eat)
by Elaine MageeHeartburn isn&’t just an inconvenience—it can make you miserable. Here are foods, recipes, and tips for feeling better. Heartburn happens when the lining of the esophagus comes in contact with too much stomach juice, which can produce a burning pain and injure the esophagus. A valve that connects the end of the esophagus with the stomach normally functions to keep the stomach acid where it belongs: in the stomach. But in people with frequent heartburn, this valve relaxes too frequently, allowing the stomach acid to splash up into the esophagus. Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Acid Reflux begins with a detailed yet completely understandable explanation of how and why this condition begins, based on the latest medical information. Then the majority of the book is dedicated to all the ways that diet and lifestyle can bring relief and decrease heartburn, including an entire section with specific tips and recipes to help you during the worst times of the year for heartburn sufferers—the holiday season. Discover dozens of healthful, practical, tasty recipe options for foods you never thought you could enjoy again, plus heartburn-savvy tips on navigating the supermarket, cooking in your kitchen, and eating out.
Betrayed (The Black Hat Thrillers #3)
by Karen E. OlsonA computer hacker working to clear her name discovers a dangerous threat could closer than she knows in this technothriller from the author of Hidden. Framed for ordering a hit on mobster Tony DeMarco, Tina Adler is forced to re-enter the shadowy world of computer hacking she thought she&’d left behind. In order to clear her name, she reluctantly joins an FBI team led by her old flame, Zeke Chapman, tasked with scouring the deep web to unearth DeMarco&’s darkest secrets. The trail will lead Tina to the person who framed her—but it may also reveal other secrets, secrets she would rather not know. DeMarco may, in fact, be the least of Tina&’s worries. Her true enemy just might be someone much closer to home…&“Adrenaline-charged…Although technology is at the heart of the story, don&’t expect any geeky dependence on techie minutiae in this well-written, character-driven thriller.&”—Publishers Weekly&“[A] high-tension series…The finale will leave everyone wanting more.&”—Kirkus Reviews
200 Soups
by Madge BairdStir up pots full of scrumptious soups swimming with a wide variety of taste-tempting ingredients—from the author of Simply Soup. 200 Soups is chock-full of tasty recipes using beans and lentils, fresh and frozen vegetables, beef, chicken, pork, fish, potatoes, tomatoes, and anything else you can find in the pantry. From simple Asian broth-based soups to creamy soups of pureed vegetables and hearty stews and chowders, home cooks will find a variety of recipes and techniques that build confidence in the kitchen while providing delicious, nutritious meals. Recipes include: Broccoli Slaw Soup, Carrot Velvet Soup, Creamy Fresh Tomato Soup, Stone Soup, Pepperoni and Pasta Soup, Chicken Wonton Soup, Mongolian Hot Pot, Corn Chowder, Chicken Gumbo, Mom&’s Beef Stew, Cheesy Crab Soup, Fiery Lentil Soup, Game Day Chili, Easy Taco Soup, and more.
Beignets and Broomsticks: A Cozy Café Mystery Set In Smalltown Arizona (The Maggie Miller Mysteries #3)
by J.R. RipleyAmid the Halloween festivities, one of the Beignet Cafe&’s customers comes to a sticky end in this entertaining cozy mystery… It&’s Halloween, and café owner Maggie Miller&’s special pumpkin spice beignet promotion is proving popular at her café in Table Rock, Arizona, halfway between Sedona and nowhere. But the evening ends in disaster when Maggie discovers the body of one of her regular customers, strangled to death with an expensive cashmere scarf. The late Nancy Alverson had tended to keep herself to herself—but what secrets was she hiding? And why had she been studying books on witchcraft? Of one thing Maggie is certain: It was no witch who killed Nancy. Instead, someone has taken advantage of the spookiest night of the year to commit a brutal murder… &“[Maggie&’s] dotty internal monologues will amuse many cozy fans.&”—Publishers Weekly
Unafraid (Children of the Uprising #2)
by Megan LynchA group of friends in hiding try to stay alive—and learn that freedom has a price—in the follow-up to the &“exceptional&” dystopian thriller Unregistered (Publishers Weekly). The Metrics government has claimed success in relocating millions of Unregistered citizens out west. But those who escaped their insidious plan knows the truth—the government had their fellow outsiders murdered. As winter approaches the hidden monastery in the hills, Bristol, Samara, Denver, and Jude realize that the responsibilities of keeping their community safe and plotting their next escape have fallen upon them. But even when they make it outside, the political turmoil in their new country makes them question if life there is any better than under the Metrics. As trust fractures between the four friends and each tries to find a way to function in this strange new world, will they be able to continue working together to find the future they thought they wanted?
200 Appetizers
by Donna Kelly Sandra HoopesStart any party or dinner off right with a selection from this wide array of delectable appetizer recipes by the authors of Burritos!An appetizer by any other name be it hor d&’oeuvres, canape, tidbit, or morsel, is still the yummiest way to tease your taste buds prior to the main course event. However, with 200 Appetizers, and an offering of recipes such as Shrimp Topped Avocado Mousse, Apricot Pistachio Phyllo Purses, Savory Rugalach, Mad Greek Dip, or Mongolian Meatballs, you may want to skip dinner and let the finger food fill you up.
Meringue
by Linda K. Jackson Jennifer Evans Gardner&“An education of the most delightful sort . . . Covers all the classic meringues, from pavlova and dacquoise to Seven-Minute Frosting and Baked Alaska.&”—Kitchn Meringue isn&’t just magical. It&’s mysterious. No one can quite agree on its origins (and here&’s a hint: it wasn&’t invented in France). While most food historians confirm Marie Antoinette&’s love of meringues, some say that meringue goes back to a much earlier date . . . and that it was invented in England, of all places. We know one thing for certain: meringue is deceptively simple, and once you know the basics, you can create sweet magic with meringue cookies, Pavlovas, pies, tarts—even marjolaines and dacquoises. &“A book meant to inspire. Some of the recipes are short and simple, a good way to become comfortable with meringue dishes. Other recipes are complex with layers of flavors and steps. Just have patience, follow the steps, and be prepared to pat yourself on the back . . . I consult my copy of Meringue every time I have a bowl of egg whites that deserve a decent ending. With Meringue, that ending will be luscious.&”—Cooking by the Book &“This is one of those cookbooks that gets your brain bubbling with exciting ideas and instills an immediate desire to clear the schedule.&”—Kitchn
Sea of Bones: An Atmospheric Psychological Thriller With A Compelling Female Lead (Smart Skills Ser.)
by Deborah O'DonoghueA career politician investigates the suspicious death of her niece in this &“stirring and evocative thriller&” set in the Scottish Highlands (T.F. Muir, author of the DCI Andy Gilchrist series).As Chief of Staff for the Progressive Alliance, Juliet MacGillivray is used to wielding influence and getting answers. But when her beloved niece Beth is found dead at her family&’s Scottish Highlands castle, Juliet is suddenly powerless in the face of her grief. Worse, her doubts over the coroner&’s report of suicide fall on deaf ears. Traveling back to the remote coastal home, Juliet delves deep into the investigation. As her personal and professional lives collide, she unwittingly finds herself pitted against dangerous individuals who seem intent on silencing her. In order to expose the truth behind her niece's death, Juliet must face the fact that nobody in her life is who she previously thought them to be—including herself.
Resurrection's Angel (Dark Angel #2)
by B. Hughes-MillmanUrban fantasy takes wing in this follow-up to Purgatory&’s Angel. &“The suspense, the plot twists, the characters—great story!&”—D. B. Sieders, author of the Southern Elemental Guardians series A long flight across the ocean with a demon six rows away is no place for a dark angel. But Jaime Connor is not only running from her past and the husband who betrayed her, she is trying to protect her unborn child. She has no choice. A suspicious death finds her in shackles upon reaching Thailand with a murderous rogue angel on her trail. In what might be Jaime&’s darkest hour, a powerful ally comes to her aid. But Jaime&’s path toward peace is precarious at best, considering her newfound friend has potent demons of her own. A narrow escape takes Jaime through the Thai countryside where demons are growing a deadly hybrid flower that has the power to control minds. Destroying the flowers may well cost her more than just her own life, but if she doesn&’t try, the world will be lost. To save the people, Jaime will have to find it in her heart to forgive her husband&’s betrayal and invite him back into her life. But that is a wound that has festered deep, maybe too deep . . .Praise for Purgatory&’s Angel &“An awesome paranormal romance that fans of Sherrilyn Kenyon and J. R. Ward will really enjoy . . . No simple angels here.&”—Danielle DeVor, author of the Marker Chronicles &“With compelling characters, interesting subplots and plenty of paranormal action Purgatory&’s Angel is the kind of book that keeps one up at night!&”—InD&’tale (5 stars)
Anguished English: An Anthology of Accidental Assaults Upon the English Language
by Richard LedererThe &“impossible to put down&” compendium of linguistic bloopers and blunders: a hilarious collection of malapropisms, mixed metaphors and more (San Francisco Chronicle).In Anguished English, Richard Lederer collects some of the worst—and funniest—English language errors ever committed to print. From legendary student screwups to horrible headlines and cringe-worthy advertising copy, Lederer shares a treasure trove of laugh-out-loud flubs and gaffes worthy of a Pullet Surprise.&“Hilarious.&”—Chicago Tribune&“Richard Lederer is the true king of language comedy. Anguished English is the funniest book I have ever read.&”—Sidney Sheldon
Soul of the Unborn (The Auras of Night Novels #1)
by Natalia BrothersOne woman battles her own dark secrets—and the pull of her heart—in an award-winning supernatural thriller set in a mystical Russian village. Posing as a folklore tour guide, Valya Svetlova takes a group of American college students and their professor, Chris Waller, to her summer home in the Russian village of Vishenky for a few nights of supernatural phenomena. She plays the perfect hostess, for Valya doesn&’t want anyone to discover she harbors selfish motives when it comes to one participant—the only person who can refute a tale declaring her a stillborn resurrected by a paranormal entity. Her nascent feelings toward the handsome professor inhibit her ability to control the supernatural manifestations and her inquisitive guests. When her unforeseen affection turns Chris into a target, Valya faces an excruciating reality. It&’s no longer in her human power to ensure her guests&’ safety. Yet to keep them alive, Valya must brush off her humanity and become the thing she fights so desperately to prove she is not—a soulless monster.First Place in Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Horror in the Paul Gillette Writing Contest Best Speculative Fiction in American Icon 4 Contest
This Holey Life
by Sophie DuffyA British clergyman&’s wife navigates a too-crowded house during the holiday season in this novel from &“a born storyteller&” (The Daily Mail). That was the point at which I should've put my foot down. Stamped it hard. Stopped the past repeating itself. But what did I do? I did what Mum used to do in times of crisis. I left the room and went to put the kettle on. Vicky is a reluctant curate&’s wife, struggling to come to terms with her own bereavement and her husband&’s newfound faith. Then, one Boxing Day, a knock on the door brings her annoying big brother, his teenage son, and a cello into her life, turning her world upside down. With her small terrace house in Penge now fit to burst, Vicky struggles to manage her three children and the joys of everyday family life. As a new threat lurks behind every corner, hope appears in the most unlikely of circumstances. Enchanting, alternately funny, sad, and bittersweet, This Holey Life reminds us that it&’s not a race, it&’s a journey. &“Sophie Duffy is a real find.&”—Laurie Graham
The Sacred Universe: Earth, Spirituality, and Religion in the Twenty-First Century
by Thomas Berry&“Dedicated readers of ecology, theology, or religious philosophy will want to savor each one [of these essays]&” from the renowned environmental thinker (Library Journal). A leading scholar, cultural historian, and Catholic priest who spent more than fifty years writing about our engagement with the Earth, Thomas Berry possessed prophetic insight into the rampant destruction of ecosystems and the extinction of species. In this book he makes a persuasive case for an interreligious dialogue that can better confront the environmental problems of the twenty-first century. These erudite and keenly sympathetic essays represent Berry&’s best work, covering such issues as human beings&’ modern alienation from nature and the possibilities of future, regenerative forms of religious experience. Asking that we create a new story of the universe and the emergence of the Earth within it, Berry resituates the human spirit within a sacred totality. &“This book addresses how the history and diversity of world religions offer ways to engage with Earth; how it is necessary to connect with a spirituality that is Earth derived; how science can be in conversation with the religious sensibilities of wonder and awe; and how our relationship to the natural world is crucial to our spirituality. In the earliest essays, Berry sounds most optimistic and urges readers to reconcile modern impulses and technology with religious traditions.&”—Publishers Weekly &“Thomas Berry demonstrates in these papers the qualities he calls for: humanist vision and imagination.&”—Resurgence
101 Things To Do With Cheese (101 Things To Do With)
by Melissa Barlow Jennifer AdamsThis essential guide to cooking with cheese offers tips and recipes for everything from pizzas to breakfasts, soups, snacks and desserts. Cheese is as versatile as it is delicious. From brie to bleu and from cheddar to manchego, there's no wrong way to savor its many wonderful varieties. But, as Melissa Barlow and Jennifer Adams demonstrate in this book, there are plenty of fun, creative, and irresistible ways to enjoy it. With the tips and recipes in 101 Things to Do with Cheese, you&’ll be inspired to bake Gruyère on top of French Onion Soup, crumble Gorgonzola into Pear and Candied Pecan Salad, fill Lemon Crepes with mascarpone, and overload Lasagna with cream cheese, cottage cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
Kentucky Confederates: Secession, Civil War, and the Jackson Purchase
by Berry Craig&“This book will become the definitive work on the political, social, and military climate of the Purchase region during the Civil War.&” —Kentucky Libraries During the Civil War, the majority of Kentuckians supported the Union under the leadership of Henry Clay, but one part of the state presented a striking exception. The Jackson Purchase—bounded by the Mississippi River to the west, the Ohio River to the north, and the Tennessee River to the east—fought hard for separation and secession, and produced eight times more Confederates than Union soldiers. Supporting states&’ rights and slavery, these eight counties in the westernmost part of the commonwealth were so pro-Confederate that the Purchase was dubbed &“the South Carolina of Kentucky.&” The first dedicated study of this key region, Kentucky Confederates provides valuable insights into a misunderstood and understudied part of Civil War history. Author Berry Craig draws from an impressive array of primary documents, including newspapers, letters, and diaries, to reveal the regional and national impact this unique territory had on the nation&’s greatest conflict. Offering an important new perspective on this rebellious borderland and its failed bid for secession, Kentucky Confederates will serve as the standard text on the subject for years to come. &“A masterpiece. Long overdue, it chronicles the history of a region of Kentucky that has received little or no attention by historians heretofore. It is my considered opinion Craig&’s book will be the definitive work on his subject for many years.&” —Kent Masterson Brown, author of Meade at Gettysburg
After Before
by Jemma WayneThree women, beset by trauma, temptation, and regret, find each other in this &“rich, haunted, gripping&” novel (Ruth Padel, award-winning author of Beethoven Variations).That was the day that Mama made the rules: If they come, run. Be quiet and run. But not together. Never together. If one is found, at least the other survives… During a cold British winter, three women, each suffering her own demons, reach a crisis point. Emily, an immigrant survivor of the Rwandan genocide, is existing but not living. Vera, a newly Christian Londoner, is striving to live a moral life, her happiness constantly undermined by secrets from her past. Lynn, battling with an untimely disease, is consumed by bitterness and resentment of what she hasn&’t achieved and what has been snatched from her. Their lives have been torn open by betrayal: by other people, by themselves, by life itself. But as their paths interweave, they begin to unravel their beleaguered pasts, and inadvertently change each other&’s futures. Longlisted for the Baileys Women&’s Prize for Fiction
Black Music (Akashi Classics: Renegade Reprint Series)
by LeRoi JonesThe essential collection of jazz writing by the celebrated poet and author of Blues People—reissued with a new introduction by the author. In the 1960s, LeRoi Jones—who would later be known as Amiri Baraka—was a pioneering jazz critic, articulating in real time the incredible transformations of the form taking place in the clubs and coffee houses of New York City. In Black Music, he sheds light on the brilliant young jazz musicians of the day: John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Ornette Coleman, Cecil Taylor, Archie Shepp, Sun Ra, and others. Combining firsthand immediacy with wide-ranging erudition, Black Music articulates the complexities of modern jazz while also sharing insights on the nature of jazz criticism, the creative process, and the development of a new way forward for black artists. This rich and vital collection is comprised of essays, reviews, interviews, liner notes, musical analyses, and personal impressions from 1959–1967. &“In Black Music, Baraka wrote with ecstasy—highly informed and intricate—about ecstatically complex music.&”—Richard Brody, The New Yorker
The Gift: Poems Inspired by Hafiz, the Great Sufi Master (Compass)
by Daniel LadinskyDaniel Ladinsky&’s 250 unforgettable lyrical poems are inspired by the cherished verse of Hafiz, one of the greatest Sufi poets of all time. More than any other Persian poet, Hafiz expanded the mystical, healing dimensions of poetry. Because his poems were often ecstatic love songs from God to his beloved world, many have called Hafiz the &“Invisible Tongue.&” Daniel Ladinsky&’s poems are not translations in a literal sense. Rather than capture the form of a particular classical work, Ladinsky crafts poems that release the spirit of Hafiz based on his study of stories and poems attributed to the revered Persian writer. The Gift imparts the wonderful qualities of this master Sufi poet and spiritual teacher: encouragement, an audacious love that touches lives, profound knowledge, generosity, and a sweet, playful genius unparalleled in world literature.
Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8: Moving Beyond Basic Facts and Memorization (Corwin Mathematics Series)
by Jennifer M. Bay-Williams John J. SanGiovanniBecause fluency practice is not a worksheet. Fluency in mathematics is more than adeptly using basic facts or implementing algorithms. Real fluency involves reasoning and creativity, and it varies by the situation at hand. Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning offers educators the inspiration to develop a deeper understanding of procedural fluency, along with a plethora of pragmatic tools for shifting classrooms toward a fluency approach. In a friendly and accessible style, this hands-on guide empowers educators to support students in acquiring the repertoire of reasoning strategies necessary to becoming versatile and nimble mathematical thinkers. It includes: "Seven Significant Strategies" to teach to students as they work toward procedural fluency. Activities, fluency routines, and games that encourage learning the efficiency, flexibility, and accuracy essential to real fluency. Reflection questions, connections to mathematical standards, and techniques for assessing all components of fluency. Suggestions for engaging families in understanding and supporting fluency. Fluency is more than a toolbox of strategies to choose from; it’s also a matter of equity and access for all learners. Give your students the knowledge and power to become confident mathematical thinkers.
Educational Psychology
by Steven R. Wininger Antony D. Norman Bruce Wayne TuckmanEducational Psychology distills the latest research into actionable steps, guiding students in building solid, evidence-based teaching plans as they prepare to enter the classroom. Employing a meta-cognitive approach, it encourages them to think about their dual role as both teachers and learners, understanding not just "what" to do in the classroom, but the "why" behind it. Motivation is a central theme, with the authors providing a practical framework to help teachers enhance student motivation and connect it to key themes and concepts throughout the text. Rather than taking an encyclopedic approach, the authors group chapters by topic, enabling readers to remember concepts and connect best practices to big ideas in educational psychology. By blending scholarship with application through vignettes, examples, case studies, and practical teaching strategies, this text equips students to be both methodical and creative in their future classrooms.
Educational Psychology
by Steven R. Wininger Antony D. Norman Bruce Wayne TuckmanEducational Psychology distills the latest research into actionable steps, guiding students in building solid, evidence-based teaching plans as they prepare to enter the classroom. Employing a meta-cognitive approach, it encourages them to think about their dual role as both teachers and learners, understanding not just "what" to do in the classroom, but the "why" behind it. Motivation is a central theme, with the authors providing a practical framework to help teachers enhance student motivation and connect it to key themes and concepts throughout the text. Rather than taking an encyclopedic approach, the authors group chapters by topic, enabling readers to remember concepts and connect best practices to big ideas in educational psychology. By blending scholarship with application through vignettes, examples, case studies, and practical teaching strategies, this text equips students to be both methodical and creative in their future classrooms.
Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning, Grades K-8: Moving Beyond Basic Facts and Memorization (Corwin Mathematics Series)
by Jennifer M. Bay-Williams John J. SanGiovanniBecause fluency practice is not a worksheet. Fluency in mathematics is more than adeptly using basic facts or implementing algorithms. Real fluency involves reasoning and creativity, and it varies by the situation at hand. Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning offers educators the inspiration to develop a deeper understanding of procedural fluency, along with a plethora of pragmatic tools for shifting classrooms toward a fluency approach. In a friendly and accessible style, this hands-on guide empowers educators to support students in acquiring the repertoire of reasoning strategies necessary to becoming versatile and nimble mathematical thinkers. It includes: "Seven Significant Strategies" to teach to students as they work toward procedural fluency. Activities, fluency routines, and games that encourage learning the efficiency, flexibility, and accuracy essential to real fluency. Reflection questions, connections to mathematical standards, and techniques for assessing all components of fluency. Suggestions for engaging families in understanding and supporting fluency. Fluency is more than a toolbox of strategies to choose from; it’s also a matter of equity and access for all learners. Give your students the knowledge and power to become confident mathematical thinkers.