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Lockdown High
by Annette FuentesIn the dozen years since the Columbine High School shootings, school violence has fallen steadily. Yet, as Annette Fuentes visits schools across America she finds metal detectors and drug tests for aspirin, police profiling of students with no records, arbitrary expulsions, teachers carrying guns, and all-seeing electronic surveillance. Her moving stories will astonish readers, as she makes the case that our public schools reflect a society with an unhealthy fixation on crime and violence.
Lollipop Logic: Critical Thinking Activities (Book 3, Grades K-2)
by Bonnie L. Risby Robert Risby IISeven different thinking skills—relationships, analogies, sequences, deduction, inference, pattern decoding, and critical analysis—are presented in a format designed to appeal to the prereader. Lollipop Logic Book 3 employs visual and pictorial clues to introduce and reinforce high-powered thinking. This one-of-a-kind tool gives wings to prereaders and nonreaders. Best of all, it enables young minds to soar into the stratosphere of thinking skills far beyond their reading levels.Grades K-2
Lollipop Logic: Critical Thinking Activities (Book 2, Grades K-2)
by Bonnie L. Risby Robert Risby IIWhat a tantalizing treat for young minds! Different thinking skills—relationships, analogies, sequences, deduction, inference, pattern decoding, and critical analysis—are presented in a format designed to appeal to the prereader. Visual and pictorial clues are used to introduce and reinforce high-powered thinking. Unfettered by their lack of reading ability, young minds experience exciting forays into critical thinking skills. With the new Lollipop Logic Book 2, prereaders, along with readers of all skill levels, can embark on an adventure of high-powered thinking using visual and pictorial clues. Each reproducible provides motivating exercises in a user-friendly format. Now, even very young children can cultivate critical thinking skills.
Look Out! (Reach Into Phonics Ser.)
by Willa Jimmerson Joanna Korba Deborah J. ShortNIMAC-sourced textbook
Looking Back
by Neil J. Dorans Sandip SinharayIn 2006, Paul W. Holland retired from Educational Testing Service (ETS) after a career spanning five decades. In 2008, ETS sponsored a conference, Looking Back, honoring his contributions to applied and theoretical psychometrics and statistics. Looking Back attracted a large audience that came to pay homage to Paul Holland and to hear presentations by colleagues who worked with him in special ways over those 40+ years. This book contains papers based on these presentations, as well as vignettes provided by Paul Holland before each section. The papers in this book attest to how Paul Holland's pioneering ideas influenced and continue to influence several fields such as social networks, causal inference, item response theory, equating, and DIF. He applied statistical thinking to a broad range of ETS activities in test development, statistical analysis, test security, and operations. The original papers contained in this book provide historical context for Paul Holland's work alongside commentary on some of his major contributions by noteworthy statisticians working today.
The Loopy Coop Hens (The Loopy Coop Hens)
by Janet Morgan StoekeMidge, Pip, and Dot are the silly hens of Loopy Coop Farm. Resting under the shade of a big apple tree, they are suddenly bombarded by falling apples--who could possibly be throwing apples at them? The three hens investigate, only to find an unexpected explanation. With its surprise ending, short and punchy text, and Stoeke's hilariously expressive pictures, this is a story kids will want to return to again and again. From the author of the hit Minerva Louise series, this new rowdy reader about the Loopy Coop Farm hens is also a perfect lesson in reading.
The Loopycoop Hens
by Janet Morgan StoekeMidge, Pip, and Dot are the hens of Loopy Coop Farm. They want to fly like Rooster Sam, but they just can't seem to do it, even though they try and try. With its surprise ending, short and punchy text, and Stoeke's hilariously expressive pictures, this is a story kids will want to return to again and again. From the author of the hit Minerva Louise series, this boisterous first book about the Loopy Coop Farm hens is also a perfect first lesson in reading.
The Lord's Supper
by Rose PublishingThe Lord's Supper is something all Christians celebrate. But what does mean? You will experience the Lord's Supper in a fresh way as you find out about the 7 key themes and 5 reasons Christians should make it an important part of their worship. Includes a glossary of terms, historical background of the Early Church, and a comparison of views of the Lord's Supper.The Lord's Prayer in the News: "Offensive" Super Bowl Ad Disturbs ChristiansMost people didn't see the Super Bowl ad showing Doritos being served instead of communion wafers because it was yanked before it ran, reported USA Today. http://content.usatoday.com/communities/Religion/post/2011/01/super-bowl-doritos-ad-catholic-offensive/1?csp=34There was a loud protest among those who previewed the ad in January. Despite excuses by the ad agency saying it wasn't meant to be a parody, many people thought it was offensive.It's shocking that the media should treat the body and blood of Christ as a joke. The Lord's Supper is a deeply meaningful event, one that is celebrated by Christians around the world. Perhaps some people have never been educated about its significance. When was the last time you heard a sermon on the importance of the Lord's Supper?It's a shame we just assume that people understand the Lord's Supper.This 14-page full-color ebook goes through the basics of the Lord's Supper, which is known as the Holy Communion, Eucharist, and the Breaking of the Bread.*Why do Christians around the world celebrate the Lord's Supper?*How do Christians view its importance? 5 reasons to make it part of worship.*How does it promote unity in the body?*What message does it teach new believers?*How do various Christians define Jesus'presence in the bread and cup. (Does the bread actually become Jesus'body?)People need to know the significance*What it means: 7 key themes*What Jesus said*What Paul taught*History in the Early Church*Comparison chart of different views of the Lord's SupperPeople can read this little ebook in just a few minutes. It answers all of the most common questions and will reinforce the importance of the Lord's Supper. People will understand what it means and why they should take it seriously. They will see how it brings us to deeper worship and fellowship with other believers--not just in the seat next to us but around the world.5 Ways to use this Lord's Supper ebook For --*personal use*preparing for a first communion* leading a new believer's class*discussing in a small group study* including in a "basics of the faith" course.Why buy now?*Easy to read. Full-color, packed with fascinating charts and diagrams.*Attractive. Designed for the VISUAL learner.* Fast. This 14-page ebook is perfect for the busy person who doesn't have time to read long books.* Available at Rose Publishing, Inc., whether you need 1 or 1000. Call us or contact us using the live chat button above Monday-Friday 7 am-4 pm Pacific. No one knows this product like we do. *Quantity discounts available.
The Loser List (The Loser List #1)
by H. N. KowittDiary of a Wimpy Kid watch out -- Danny Shine and the other kids of Thorn Underwood Middle School aren't bestsellers yet, but they're on their way! When Danny gets caught trying to cross his name off the "Geek" list in the girls' bathroom, he's sent to detention. Bullies torment him mercilessly -- until they discover that Danny can draw. He enjoys his new "bad boy" status, supplying tattoos and graffiti, until he's unknowingly drawn into a theft. Turns out the bullies took a comic book from Danny's favorite store. Can he steal it back before they get caught -- and break off with the bullies before he gets in too deep?
The Lost Autobot (Transformers )
by Katharine TurnerIn this Level 2 reader based on Transformers: Dark of The Moon, the Autobots discover a lost friend in an unlikely place. Can they bring him back to life in time to fight the evil Decepticons?
The Lost Commandment: Have We Missed What Jesus Really Wants?
by Dave GreberAn eye-opening book that addresses an often overlooked and commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus
Love Is an Orientation Participant's Guide: Practical Ways to Build Bridges with the Gay Community
by Andrew Marin Ginny OlsonMuch of today's culture defines bridge-building and reconciliation as a one-way street that leads to full theological, political and social agreement. Yet Christ demonstrated a different path of religious and cultural engagement to establish his kingdom here on earth. In light of such countercultural principles, the Christian community needs a new view on the issues that divide conservative believers and the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities. Using the practical applications Andrew Marin has learned over the last decade of living and working in the LGBT neighborhood of Chicago called Boystown, as well as his international speaking and consulting ministry, this six-session, video-based study offers a variety of practical teachings, insights and life lessons. Rather than avoiding the topic of homosexuality, Love Is an Orientation aims to equip the Christian community to bridge the gap between LGBT and religious communities. This is not a study about “fixing” gay people. It’s about getting to know people, engaging them, and loving them like Jesus does. Designed for use with the video.
A Love That Multiplies: An Up-Close View of How They Make it Work
by Jim Bob Duggar Michelle DuggarNow in paperback--Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar share the joys and challenges of parenting with faith. Anyone who sees America's best-known mega family on television is filled with curiosity. People want to know....Why do they have so many children? What do they believe? What does the family do for fun? How do they get their children to obey so well? How can they afford to live? Now, Michelle and Jim Bob show how parents can succeed whether they're rearing a single child or several.In this second book from the Duggars, they explain the principles that equip their family to face life's realities--including their most recent hardship with the three-month premature birth of their newest child, Josie. Josie's birth tested everything the family believed in and demonstrates how they worked together, relying on their faith. They also discuss helping their older children navigate decisions about courtship and marriage and how to prepare to be productive adults. As the Duggars share their hearts and faith, readers will find answers to their many questions about this inspirational family.
Loving and Hating Mathematics: Challenging the Myths of Mathematical Life
by Reuben Hersh Vera John-SteinerAn exploration of the hidden human, emotional, and social dimensions of mathematicsMathematics is often thought of as the coldest expression of pure reason. But few subjects provoke hotter emotions—and inspire more love and hatred—than mathematics. And although math is frequently idealized as floating above the messiness of human life, its story is nothing if not human; often, it is all too human. Loving and Hating Mathematics is about the hidden human, emotional, and social forces that shape mathematics and affect the experiences of students and mathematicians. Written in a lively, accessible style, and filled with gripping stories and anecdotes, Loving and Hating Mathematics brings home the intense pleasures and pains of mathematical life.These stories challenge many myths, including the notions that mathematics is a solitary pursuit and a "young man's game," the belief that mathematicians are emotionally different from other people, and even the idea that to be a great mathematician it helps to be a little bit crazy. Reuben Hersh and Vera John-Steiner tell stories of lives in math from their very beginnings through old age, including accounts of teaching and mentoring, friendships and rivalries, love affairs and marriages, and the experiences of women and minorities in a field that has traditionally been unfriendly to both. Included here are also stories of people for whom mathematics has been an immense solace during times of crisis, war, and even imprisonment—as well as of those rare individuals driven to insanity and even murder by an obsession with math.This is a book for anyone who wants to understand why the most rational of human endeavors is at the same time one of the most emotional.
The Low Light Photography Field Guide: Go Beyond Daylight To Capture Stunning Low Light Images (Field Guide Ser.)
by Michael FreemanLike all the titles in this successful series, The Low Light Photography Field Guide offers advice from a respected expert and professional. In this volume, Michael Freeman looks at an area that remains problematic for photographers with even top-of-the range equipment: low light.Opening with a section on the qualities of different kinds of low light, the book then deals with ways of overcoming gloomy situations, whether you're shooting hand-held or on a tripod. Post-production fixes are also covered, allowing the reader to turn difficult shots into amazing images.
Lowering Higher Education
by Anton L. Allahar James CoteWhat happens to the liberal arts and science education when universities attempt to sell it as a form of job training? In Lowering Higher Education, a follow-up to their provocative 2007 book Ivory Tower Blues, James E. Côté and Anton L. Allahar explore the subverted 'idea of the university' and the forces that have set adrift the mission of these institutions. Côté and Allahar connect the corporatization of universities to a range of contentious issues within higher education, from lowered standards and inflated grades to the overall decline of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences instruction.Lowering Higher Education points to a fundamental disconnect between policymakers, who may rarely set foot in contemporary classrooms, and the teachers who must implement their educational policies--which the authors argue are poorly informed--on a daily basis. Côté and Allahar expose stakeholder misconceptions surrounding the current culture of academic disengagement and supposed power of new technologies to motivate students. While outlining what makes the status quo dysfunctional, Lowering Higher Education also offers recommendations that have the potential to reinvigorate liberal education.
LPIC-2 Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide
by Roderick W. SmithThe first book to cover the LPIC-2 certificationLinux allows developers to update source code freely, making it an excellent, low-cost, secure alternative to alternate, more expensive operating systems. It is for this reason that the demand for IT professionals to have an LPI certification is so strong. This study guide provides unparalleled coverage of the LPIC-2 objectives for exams 201 and 202. Clear and concise coverage examines all Linux administration topics while practical, real-world examples enhance your learning process. On the CD, you'll find the Sybex Test Engine, electronic flashcards, and a glossary containing the most important terms you need to understand..Prepares you for exams 201 and 202 of the Linux Professional Institute CertificationOffers clear, concise coverage on exam topics such as the Linux kernel, system startup, networking configuration, system maintenance, domain name server, file sharing, and moreAddresses additional key topics for the exams including network client management, e-mail services, system security, and troubleshootingThis must-have study guide serves as an invaluable roadmap to attaining LPI certification.
LSAT Logic Games 2nd Ed. (Lsat Test Preparation Ser.)
by Robert WebkingREA's LSAT Logic Games Test Prep Gets You Ready for the LSAT! Updated Second Edition Written by Dr. Robert Webking, co-founder of the University of Texas at El Paso Law School Preparation Institute, our LSAT Logic Games test prep shows law school candidates like you how to master the Analytical Reasoning section of the exam and score higher on the LSAT. One hundred practice LSAT logic games cover every type of logic problem that may appear on the actual LSAT. Detailed answer explanations to each game show you how to analyze the game, helping you to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses before test day. The author analyzes what many students find most challenging about the Analytical Reasoning questions - the language. Our test prep shows you how to read and interpret the often-confusing questions, so you can quickly determine what's being asked and answer correctly. LSAT Logic Games teaches you comprehensive deduction methodologies as the means to identify and approach each game type. Advanced diagram strategies and rules for each game type guide you through solving problems, so you'll be prepared for the LSAT. The book is packed with LSAT test-taking tips and advice that help avoid time-wasting errors. Our detailed Question and Answer Analysis provides even greater insight into each logic game. Get the competitive edge with the test prep authored by one of the nation's top LSAT experts!
Luke: 26 Studies For Individuals Or Groups (N. T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides)
by N. T. Wright Patty PellWith a scholar's mind and a pastor's heart, N. T. Wright guides us through the New Testament book of Luke, showing how we can particpate in Luke?s story by making it real in our own world. Twenty-six sessions for group or personal study.
Luke 1-9: Part 1: Serving in Home Territory (LifeGuide Bible Studies)
by Ada LumGood news! It was good news not only of Jesus' birth but of what he offered to men, women and children throughout his ministry. To the sick he offered healing. To the hurting, comfort. To the outcast, acceptance. In this eleven session LifeGuide Bible Study Ada Lum leads you to discover that this message of hope and joy is for you as well! This LifeGuide Bible Study in IVP's revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a new "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions���making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies. PDF download with a single-user license; available from InterVarsity Press and other resellers.
Luke 9-24: Part 2: The Way to Jerusalem (LifeGuide Bible Studies)
by Ada LumGood news! It was good news not only of Jesus' birth but of what he offered to men, women and children throughout his ministry. To the sick he offered healing. To the hurting, comfort. To the outcast, acceptance. In this fifteen session LifeGuide Bible Study Ada Lum leads you to discover that this message of hope and joy is for you as well! This LifeGuide Bible Study in IVP's revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a new "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions���making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies. PDF download with a single-user license; available from InterVarsity Press and other resellers.
Lulu and the Cat in the Bag
by Hilary Mckay Priscilla LamontWhen a mysterious bag is left on Lulu's doorstep, the last thing her grandmother expects to be in it is a cat--a huge, neon orange cat. But Lulu knows this cat doesn't mean any harm and in fact it needs a lovely new home.
Lunch Lady and the Field Trip Fiasco: Lunch Lady #6 (Lunch Lady #6)
by Jarrett J. KrosoczkaFrom the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo.Lunch Lady and the Breakfast Bunch are on a school field trip to a famous art museum. But while Lunch Lady is busy taking in all the culture, the kids have caught onto something strange—some of the artwork looks suspiciously fake! Now Dee, Hector, and Terrence are determined to get to the bottom of this conspiracy, but Lunch Lady is too awed to catch on. Will she snap out of it and come to the rescue? Or will the Breakfast Bunch have to handle this operation alone?
Lunch Wars
by Amy KalafaThere's a battle going on in school lunchrooms around the country...and it's a battle our children can't afford for us to lose. The average kid will eat 4,000 school lunches between kindergarten and twelfth grade. But what exactly are kids eating in school lunchrooms around the country? Many parents don't quite know what their children are eating-or where it came from. As award-winning filmmaker and nutritionist Amy Kalafa discovered in researching her documentary film Two Angry Moms: Fighting for the Health of America's Children, these days it's pretty rare to find a piece of fresh fruit in your average school lunchroom amid all the chips, french fries, Pop-Tarts, chicken nuggets, and soda that's being served. But what, if anything, can parents do about it?Written in response to the onslaught of requests she received from parents who saw her film and asked, "If I want to attempt to change the food culture in my kid's school, how on earth should I get started?!" this empowering book arms parents with the specific information and tools they need to get unhealthy-even dangerous-food out of their children's school cafeteria and to hold their schools and local and national governments accountable for ensuring that their growing children are served healthy meals at school. In Lunch Wars, Kalafa explains all the complicated issues surrounding school food; how to work with your school's "Wellness Policy"; the basics of self- operated vs. outsourced cafeterias; how to get funding for a school garden, and much more. Lunch Wars also features the inspiring stories of parents around the country who have fought for better school food and have won, as well as details Amy's quest to spark a revolution in her own school district.For the future health and well-being of our children, the time has come for a school food revolution.
Mad at School: Rhetorics of Mental Disability and Academic Life
by Margaret PriceMad at School explores the contested boundaries between disability, illness, and mental illness in the setting of U.S. higher education. Much of the research and teaching within disability studies assumes a disabled body but a rational and energetic (an 'agile') mind. In Mad at School, scholar and disabilities activist Margaret Price asks: How might our education practices change if we understood disability to incorporate the disabled mind?