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A Blast With Glass, Pioneer Edition (National Geographic Explorer Collection)
by Macon Morehouse Patrick McGeehanNIMAC-sourced textbook
A Book Of Abstract Algebra
by Charles PinterAccessible but rigorous, this outstanding text encompasses all of the topics covered by a typical course in elementary abstract algebra. Its easy-to-read treatment offers an intuitive approach, featuring informal discussions followed by thematically arranged exercises. Intended for undergraduate courses in abstract algebra, it is suitable for junior- and senior-level math majors and future math teachers. This second edition features additional exercises to improve student familiarity with applications. <p><p> An introductory chapter traces concepts of abstract algebra from their historical roots. Succeeding chapters avoid the conventional format of definition-theorem-proof-corollary-example; instead, they take the form of a discussion with students, focusing on explanations and offering motivation. Each chapter rests upon a central theme, usually a specific application or use. The author provides elementary background as needed and discusses standard topics in their usual order. He introduces many advanced and peripheral subjects in the plentiful exercises, which are accompanied by ample instruction and commentary and offer a wide range of experiences to students at different levels of ability.
A Bowl of Dust
by Jeffrey B. Fuerst Paul Fisher Kira FreedHow will Mary and her family survive the drought? Mary and her parents moved to Kansas in the 1930s to become wheat farmers. After two good years, less and less rain fell, and now their crop can barely grow. Read on to learn about the family's struggles to make do and stay hopeful.
A Boy in the Fairy World (Oona Bramblegoop's Sideways Magic #2)
by Kate KorshIn the second book of this hilarious, highly illustrated chapter book series, lovable Underwear Fairy Oona has to call on all of her sideways magic when she accidentally leads a human boy up to Blackberry Bog. Text and illustrations are printed in blue!Oona loves being the Underwear Fairy, which means she gets to deliver magical safety undies with wedgie power that keeps human children from falling down and hurting themselves. But when she gets trapped in the human world by Marco, a boy who wants to take a photo of her to prove fairies are real, she&’s horrified—don&’t let humans see you is one of fairydom&’s most important rules!Luckily, her cousin Horace and best friend Lucy (also known as the Tooth Fairy) help her get free. But then things get even more disastrous—Marco follows them back up to Blackberry Bog!Can Oona and her friends get Marco safely back to the human world before he does too much damage—and before the Fairy Council finds out?Packed with Fun Fairy Facts, humor, and lots of heart, this magical series celebrates finding friendship and your place in the world, even if you fit in a little sideways.
A Bridge to Cross (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Susan EphanNIMAC-sourced textbook. Crossing Bridges. Bridges can help us get from place to place. Look inside to see lots of different bridges.
A Brief Guide to Biology with Physiology
by David KroghThis book focuses on the core topics of biology with a friendly writing style and vivid illustrations while exploring current "real world" issues. A seven-part organization covers atoms, molecules, and cells; energy and life; genetics; evolution and the diversity of life; human anatomy and physiology; and plant anatomy and physiology. For anyone interested in increasing their biological literacy - enabling them to make informed decisions at the ballot box and understand the research findings they see in the news.
A Brief Guide to Writing from Readings (4th Edition)
by Stephen WilhoitA Brief Guide to Writing from Readings teaches students how to write the most common papers assigned in college courses: source-based essays that summarize, analyze, critique, and synthesize. Comprehensive enough to serve as a primary text yet compact enough to serve as a supplement, this clear and concise writing guide teaches students how to critically read, clearly summarize, carefully respond to, and accurately quote or paraphrase texts. A Brief Guide to Writing from Readings, Fourth Edition, is a valuable teaching and reference tool that students of many disciplines will find useful for course work and for independent study. This text is an excellent teaching tool and reference guide to the most widely used documentation styles. NEW TO THIS EDITION · A new chapter, "Argumentative Synthesis" (Chapter 10), expands coverage of the definition and elements of an argument, including claims, grounds, and warrants. A new chapter, "Rhetorical Analysis" (Chapter 8), reinforces the rhetorical concepts, habituates students to reading and writing rhetorically, and features a rhetorical analysis of President Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address. An expanded chapter on response essays (Chapter 6) includes suggestions for writing thesis statements ("openings") and concluding paragraphs ("closings"), and features sample essays. Two new Appendices, "Peer Review Guidelines" and "Revision Guidelines," offer brief action steps for which A Brief Guide is well known.
A Brief History Of Chinese And Japanese Civilizations
by Miranda Brown David Lurie Suzanne Gay Conrad SchirokauerThis compelling text explores the development of China and Japan through their art, religion, literature, and thought as well as through their economic, political, and social history. The author team combines strong research with extensive classroom teaching experience to offer a clear, consistent, and highly readable text that is accessible to students with no previous knowledge of the history of East Asia.
A Brief History of Ancient Israel
by Victor MatthewsGrounded in the latest archeological developments, Victor Matthews'sA Brief History of Ancient Israel presents a concise history of Israel covering the ancestral period, conquest and settlement, the monarchy, and both the exilic and postexilic periods. Using supplemental figures and insets, the author concentrates on providing a cogent and condensed discussion of events. He examines historical geography, archaeological data, and, where relevant, comparative cultural materials from other ancient Near Eastern civilizations. With an accessible yet high-quality introduction,A Brief History of Ancient Israel will be of immense value to both students of the Old Testament and the scholars who teach them.
A Brief History of Modern Psychology
by Ludy T. BenjaminIn A Brief History of Modern Psychology 2nd Edition, Ludy Benjamin, a leading historian in the field, discusses the history of both the science and the practice of psychology since the establishment of the first experimental psychology laboratory in 1879. In engaging prose, this book weaves together the historical and disciplinary context that will help readers to better understand the richness and complexity of contemporary psychology. In the Second Edition, personality, social, and developmental psychology are expanded upon, providing balanced coverage of these three topics.
A Brief History of the Western World, Volume I: From the Beginning to the Enlightenment (7th edition)
by Thomas H. Greer Gavin LewisThis book contains a comprehensive view of the development of Western civilization. Each chapter provides broad coverage of political, social, cultural, and religious themes from different time periods.
A Brief History of the Western World, Volume II: From the Late Middle Ages to the Present (8th edition)
by Thomas H. Greer Gavin LewisThis book contains a comprehensive view of the development of Western civilization. Each chapter provides broad coverage of political, social, cultural, and religious themes from different time periods.
A Brief Introduction to Circuit Analysis
by J. David IrwinA Brief Introduction to Circuit Analysis.
A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory
by David HoweThis crisp text, by one of social works most highly regarded commentators, offers the perfect entry point into the complex world of social work theory. Written in a clear conversational style and organized into short, clearly labelled chapters, students and practitioners will find this an invaluable point of refreshment and reference.
A Brief Orientation To Counseling: Professional Identity, History, And Standards (Mindtap Course List)
by Edward S. NeukrugA BRIEF ORIENTATION TO COUNSELING provides the unique knowledge and skills you need as you begin your journey toward building an identity as a professional counselor. Neukrug clearly and concisely addresses 13 critical areas related to Professional Orientation and Ethical Practice that will form the foundation for your success in practice. Along the way, he provides real-world advice, vignettes to reflect upon, experiential activities, and case studies that will help you prepare for a career in the helping professions.
A Bright Idea (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 5)
by Nicole WalkerA Flash of Brilliance Most major inventions have been relatively high tech. The telephone, the printing press, the internal combustion engine—all rely on the interplay of many moving parts. Recently, however, a man designed an innovative solution to a global problem using nothing but a piece of trash: a discarded plastic bottle. NIMAC-sourced textbook
A Bug's Life: Blueberries on Parade
by Disney Book GroupFrancis the ladybug hurt his leg saving Princess Dot from a bird. Now Dot and the rest of the ants in the Blueberry troop want to thank him with a parade in his honor! But when the boys in the Boysenberry troop ruin the flag the girls made for Francis, it's up to Francis (the Blueberries' new Den Mother!) to help the girls teach them a lesson. Will the parade be a success, or will the mean boys ruin the girls' special parade?
A Bumpy Ride: The Story of the First Roller Skates (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 3)
by Vladimir Aleksic S. E. KazarianNIMAC-sourced textbook
A Bundle of Sticks: An Aesop Fable (Into Reading, Level J #86)
by Elena Martin Diana KizlauskasNIMAC-sourced textbook
A Burrow for Owls (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Christine PetersonNIMAC-sourced textbook