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District List: Polk County Collection
Description: A collection of textbooks used by students in Polk County, Florida. #polk
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Parents and Their Children (8th Edition)
by Verdene Ryder and Celia A. DeckerParents and Their Children helps students learn the demands of parenting as well as its rewards. The text explores various family forms and functions, the cycle of family development, and how the parenting role changes through the lifespan as children grow. Conception, pregnancy, and prenataldevelopment and care are discussed with an emphasis on abstinence to avoid unplanned pregnancies. Features throughout the text engage students in real-life parenting situations. College and career readiness activities are included.
Pearson Literature Common Core
by PearsonThe selections in this book are presented through the lens of three Essential Questions: (i) What makes American literature American? (ii) What is the relationship between literature and place? and (iii) How does literature shape or reflect society?
Pearson Literature Common Core (Florida Edition) (Grade 10 )
by Renee H. Shea and Lawrence Scanlon and Robin Dissin AufsesThe Language of Composition is the first textbook built from the ground up to help students succeed in the AP English Language course. Written by a team of experts with experience in both high school and college, this text focuses on teaching students the skills they need to read, write, and think at the college level. With practical advice and an extensive selection of readings — including essays, poetry, fiction, and visual texts — The Language of Composition helps students develop the key skills they must master to pass the course, to succeed on the AP Exam, and to prepare for a successful college career. Revised based on feedback from teachers across the country, the second edition promises to be an even better resource for the AP Language classroom.
Pearson Literature Common Core Florida Grade 7
by Pearson Education StaffPearson Literature Common Core Florida Grade 7 is a comprehensive literacy program that provides you with a full array of educational resources.
Pearson Literature Common Core Florida Grade 8
by Pearson Education StaffPearson Literature Common Core Florida Grade 8 is a comprehensive literacy program that provides you with a full array of educational resources.
Pearson Literature Florida Grade 9
by PearsonPearson Literature Grade 9 Florida Edition is a comprehensive literacy program that provides you with a full array of educational resources.
Production And Logistics
by George G. FenichProduction and Logistics in Meetings, Expositions, Events and Conventions is the most up-to-date text on executing successful meetings, expositions, events, and conventions (MEEC) and provides step-by-step, in-depth coverage of the production and logistical factors that event managers must oversee. Chapters incorporate the Meeting and Business Events Competency Standards (MBECS) and follow a hands-on approach that guides readers through the process of managing a wide variety of gatherings. This practical focus makes the text an excellent resource for college courses, employee training, and professional reference. Developed as a collaborative work, the text features contributions from some of the best and most notable practitioners and educators in the field.
Robotics Theory and Industrial Applications, Second Edition
by Larry T. Ross and Stephen W. Fardo and James W. Masterson and Robert L. TowersRobotics: Theory and Industrial Applications is an introduction to the principles of industrial robotics, related systems, and applications. This text is a comprehensive tool in learning the technical aspects of robotics and includes coverage of power supply systems, degrees of freedom, programming methods, sensors, end effectors, implementation planning, and system maintenance. Each chapter begins with an outline of topics, learning objectives, and a listing of technical terms. The key concepts are discussed using a systems approach to enhance student learning.
The second edition is updated with full-color illustrations and photos that reflect changes in both the field of robotics and technology in general. The content has been revised to keep pace with robotic technology and reorganized to maximize student comprehension. Various features throughout the text address special interest topics, including pioneers in the field of robotics, careers in robotics, and exciting applications of robotic technology.
Teaching (2nd Edition)
by Sharleen L. KatoTeaching helps students, the teachers of tomorrow, explore the world of education. Besides investigating teaching as a profession, students will develop an understanding of the different types of learners they will encounter in the classroom. This includes how humans develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially as all of these impact the instructional methods used. The educational system, both past and present, is reviewed along with the responsibilities that come with employment. Students receive a full introduction to the role and duties of a teacher, including planning, instructional methods, assessment, and classroom management. Expanded chapter reviews help students develop a variety of skills while new professionalism features emphasize appropriate workplace behavior. This is the only textbook available for high school students planning a teaching career.
Television Production & Broadcast Journalism
by Phillip L. HarrisTelevision Production and Broadcast Journalism provides students with basic technical skills necessary to enter the television production industry as a production assistant, and introduces broadcast journalism theory. The text provides an overview of the equipment, job responsibilities, andtechniques involved in both traditional studio production and remote location work. The activities and processes involved in each phase of production are presented and reinforced with realistic examples, numerous photos showing students in actual production situations, and engaging studentactivities. Broadcast journalism coverage includes ethics and news judgment, types of stories, news writing, preparing news packages, and conducting interviews. The broadcast journalism topics address skills and qualities required in the industry, but also incorporate classroom-appropriate standards andpractices.
Welding Level 1 Trainee Guide (5th Edition)
by NccerFew career choices offer as many options for employment and opportunities for growth. According to the Department of Labor, "the basic skills of welding are similar across industries, so welders can easily shift from one industry to another, depending on where they are needed most." Welders will continue to be in high demand since there is a continual need to rebuild aging infrastructure such as highways and buildings. In addition, the creation of new power generation facilities will yield new job prospects for trained and skilled welders. Evolving technology creates more uses for welding in the workplace. For example, new methods are being developed to bond dissimilar materials and nonmetallic materials such as plastics, composites, and new alloys. Also, advances in laser beam and electron beam welding, new fluxes, and other new technologies and techniques all point to an increasing need for educated, skilled welders.
This fifth edition of Welding Level One introduces the fundamentals of the welding trade. The four levels of this curriculum present an apprentice approach and will help you be knowledgeable, safe, and effective on the job. The Welding curriculum has been revised by industry subject matter experts from across the nation who have incorporated the latest methods and technology of the trade.
Welding Level 2 Trainee Guide (Fifth Edition)
by NccerThe 5th edition of this trainee guide features illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes Welding Symbols, Reading Welding Detail Drawings, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Postheating of Metals, GMAW & FCAW - Equipment and Filler Metals, GMAW & FCAW - Plate, GTAW - Equipment and Filler Metal, and GTAW - Plate.
Wonders
by McGraw-Hill StaffUnlock the Wonders of Reading!
With your Florida Reading/Writing Workshop you will:
Wonders
by McGraw-Hill StaffUnlock the Wonders of Reading!
With your Florida Reading/Writing Workshop you will:
Wonders (2nd Grade)
by McGraw-Hill EducationAs you read, you'll talk about the texts and topics in this book. You might talk with a partner. You might have a discussion in a small group. You might tell a story to your class and listen to others tell their stories. These are called collaborative conversations. Talk About It When you have a conversation you build on what others say. Link your comments to what others have said. Remember to follow the rules for discussion. Be respectful. Speak one at a time. Listen to others with care. Here are some tips. In your book you'll find fables, folktales, and fantasies that will take you to new worlds. Through stories and poems you will discover many new wonders. It's all waiting for you!
Working with Young Children
by Judy HerrWorking with Young Children introduces you to the field of early childhood education. The text begins by helping readers better understand young children and then progresses into developing guidance skills. Child development principles are applied to child care settings. You will also learn how to handle specific concerns related to infants, toddlers, school-age children, and children with special needs. All information needed to successfully earn the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ is included. Readers prepare for the workplace by learning about licensing rules and regulations, different career paths, and safety considerations. Core values and principles from the NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment are highlighted in their own appendix.