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Auto Upkeep Workbook: Maintenance, Light Repair, Auto Ownership, And How Cars Work
by Michael E. Gray Linda E. GrayAuto Upkeep is an introductory automotive book that provides the fundamental knowledge and experience in owning and maintaining an automobile. From choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep is the do-it-yourself automotive guide for the driver in you. Auto Upkeep helps keep you safe and your vehicle reliable by providing easy-to-follow information with detailed pictures and drawings. Discover how to choose a quality repair facility, buy a car, handle roadside emergencies, diagnose common problems, and communicate effectively with technicians all while saving money. For the full experience, purchase the Auto Upkeep textbook and workbook."--Publisher's website.
The Lab (Trippin' #3)
by P. J. GrayThe Lab: Book-3 - The worst snowstorm in years. They were trapped in a farmhouse. The owners seemed innocent enough. Quiet. Stoic. But something was not quite right. The author Introduces emergent teen readers to the concept of a series, where each book leaves wanting more. Incorporating vivid graphic elements, this three-book series will attract students interested in reading edgier material. Each 64-page book is approximately two thousand five hundred words. <p><p> Troy and Justin have been through a lot together. But Troy has had enough of street life. He cleans up his act. Finds a job. Takes classes at night. Justin is the same fun-loving guy he's always been. He hops from job to job. But he prefers mooching off his girlfriend. About to get dumped, Justin is glum. Then Troy suggests a road trip.
Algebraic Reasoning
by Paul Gray Jacqueline Weilmuenster Jennifer HylemonConsumable student worktext containing the Engage, Explore, and Explain sections of the Algebraic Reasoning textbook.
Trippin'
by Pj GrayTroy and Justin have been through a lot together. But Troy has had enough of street life. He cleans up his act. Finds a job. Takes classes at night. Justin is the same fun-loving guy he's always been. He hops from job to job. But he prefers mooching off his girlfriend. About to get dumped, Justin is glum. Then Troy suggests a road trip.
Made You Look: How Advertising Works and Why You Should Know
by Shari GraydonIntended to educate children about advertising-talks about the history of advertising from ancient Greece, through the Industrial Revolution, down to digital advertising today.
Algebra to Go: A Mathematics Handbook
by Great Source Education GroupAlgebra to Go is a reference book, providing explanations, charts, graphs, and numerous examples to help students understand and retain algebraic concepts.
Geometry to Go: A Mathematics Handbook
by Great Source Education GroupGeometry to Go is a reference book. The book covers logic and proof, basic elements of geometry, polygons, measurements, similarity, congruence, transformations, circles, solids, problem solving and non-Euclidean geometry. Also includes an almanac with math prefixes and suffixes, study tips, guidelines for using geometry software, a graphing calculator, test-taking strategies, and tables.
The Wild Lands
by Paul GreciIn Paul Greci's The Wild Lands, Travis and his sister are trapped in a daily race to survive—and there is no second place.Natural disasters and a breakdown of civilization have cut off Alaska from the world and destroyed its landscape. Now, as food runs out and the few who remain turn on each other, Travis and his younger sister, Jess, must cross hundreds of miles in search of civilization. The wild lands around them are filled with ravenous animals, desperate survivors pushed to the edge, and people who’ve learned to shoot first and ask questions never.Travis and Jess will make a few friends and a lot of enemies on their terrifying journey across the ruins of today’s world—and they’ll have to fight for what they believe in as they see how far people will go to survive.The Wild Lands is a pulse-pounding YA thriller full of shocking plot twists. It’s the ultimate survival tale of humanity’s fight against society’s collapse.An Imprint Book“This fast-paced book contains all the hallmarks of a classic wilderness survival novel (deadly terrain, vicious predators, literal cliff-hangers) and the best of the postapocalyptic genre ... The author’s decades of Alaskan wilderness experience is evident throughout ... A great high-stakes wilderness survival tale.” —School Library Journal“Heart-thumping suspense for readers who liked Rick Yancey's The 5th Wave.” —Booklist“This rugged survival story places a group of teens in a dark, burned-out post-apocalyptic nightmare. Your heart will pound for them as they face terrible dangers and impossible odds. Gripping, vivid, and haunting!” — Emmy Laybourne, international bestselling author of the Monument 14 trilogy“A compelling story that wouldn’t let me stop reading. Greci has created both a frightening landscape and characters you believe in and want to survive it.” — Eric Walters, author of the bestselling Rule of Three series“A brutal vision of things to come. Greci delivers an apocalyptic odyssey that’s honest, relentless, and backed by his firsthand knowledge of the wilderness.” — Lex Thomas, author of the Quarantine series“Heart-racing... A rugged wilderness lover's post-disaster survivalist tale.” —Kirkus Reviews“Raw and accessible. Offering hints of Hatchet with markedly more manmade danger.” —BCCB“The themes of teamwork, choice and free will are incredibly well done ... an intense and thrilling ride.” —TeenReads.com
Study and Revise: Frankenstein for GCSE
by Andrew GreenEnable students to achieve their best grade in GCSE English Literature with this year-round course companion; designed to instil in-depth textual understanding as students read, analyse and revise Frankenstein throughout the course.This Study and Revise guide:- Increases students' knowledge of Frankenstein as they progress through the detailed commentary and contextual information written by experienced teachers and examiners- Develops understanding of plot, characterisation, themes and language, equipping students with a rich bank of textual examples to enhance their exam responses- Builds critical and analytical skills through challenging, thought-provoking questions that encourage students to form their own personal responses to the text- Helps students maximise their exam potential using clear explanations of the Assessment Objectives, annotated sample student answers and tips for reaching the next grade- Improves students' extended writing techniques through targeted advice on planning and structuring a successful essay- Provides opportunities for students to review their learning and identify their revision needs with knowledge-based questions at the end of each chapter
Psychology: A Way to Grow (Second Edition)
by Carl R. Green William R. SanfordPsychology: A Way to Grow, Revised Second Edition, introduces high school students to psychology. It provides its readers with a foundation in the basic theories and principles of psychology. It also guides students toward a greater understanding of their own capacity for personal growth.
Success Skills for High School, College, and Career
by Cary J. GreenWhat Every Parent (and Teen) Should Know About Study Skills For High School Students And College Success Skills <p><p> It's a lot of work to empower your teens to succeed in high school and prepare for college, let alone successfully raise your teens to be successful adults. You may even feel overwhelmed by the daunting task of giving your teens the advice and guidance they need. <p><p> Success Skills for High School, College, and Career (Revised Edition) is an empowering resource you can use to equip your teens with the leadership, soft skills, and academic success skills they need to succeed in the classroom and on the job, even if you are not an academic success expert or career coach. <p><p> Skills in time management, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving are commonly referred to as soft skills. These skills work together with leadership and academic success skills to help your teen succeed in the classroom. And these skills are also highly valued by employers. <p><p> Think of it like this: equipping your teens with leadership, soft skills, and academic success skills while they are in high school will empower their success right now and will also prepare them for college and career success in the future.
In the Same Boat
by Holly GreenIn the Same Boat is the hugely entertaining blend of romance and thrilling adventure that you never knew you needed.It's the eve of the Texas River Odyssey, and Sadie Scofield is finally ready for the 265-mile canoe race. It's three days of grueling, nonstop paddling, where every turn of the river reveals new challenges -- downed trees, poisonous snakes, alligators -- but the dangers are all worth it. Reaching the finish line is the only way for Sadie to redeem herself for last year, when one small mistake spiraled into disaster.Sadie has spent a year training, and she's ready for anything . . . except for her brother ditching her at the last minute for a better team.She has no choice but to team up with Cully, her former best friend turned worst enemy. Everything about him irritates her, from his stupid handsome face to the way he holds his paddle. But as the miles pass, the pain builds, and family secrets come to light, Sadie realizes she’ll have to work with Cully instead of against him. Last year's race was a catastrophe, but this year's race just might change her life in ways she never imagined.With an unforgettable heroine and an immersive setting, Holly Green's captivating debut promises heart-stopping action and a swoony romance that will leave you cheering.
Kiss and Tell (Truth or Dare #3)
by Jacqueline GreenSince their dangerous game of truth or dare began, Tenley Reed, Sydney Morgan, and Emerson Cunningham have lost almost everything. Closely guarded secrets, romantic relationships, and sought-after spots at the top of their school's social hierarchy-all gone in the blink of an eye. Now the darer has upped the stakes, leaving another body behind in the girls' isolated beach town of Echo Bay. And if they can't untangle the twisted web leading to whoever is behind the mysterious deaths, one of them could be next. But what happens when the trail leads to those they trusted, those they loved? Filled with intoxicating twists and shocking betrayals, the final installment in the Truth or Dare trilogy will keep readers guessing until the very end.
Secrets and Lies (Truth or Dare #2)
by Jacqueline GreenCan you keep a secret?Tenley Reed and Sydney Morgan have never seen eye to eye -- until now. United by a common goal, they are determined to find out who was behind their friend's murder. Joined by Emerson Cunningham, a gorgeous but troubled teen model, the girls start their own investigation. But in the isolated beach town of Echo Bay, it's hard to know who's a friend and who's an enemy.Secrets and Lies is the second book in the Truth or Dare series -- and will keep readers in suspense from beginning to end.
Truth or Dare (Truth or Dare #1)
by Jacqueline GreenWhen a simple round of truth or dare spins out of control, three girls find it's no longer a party game -- it's do or die. It all started on a whim: The game was a way for Tenley Reed to reclaim her popularity, a chance for perfect Caitlin "Angel" Thomas to prove she's more than her Harvard application. Loner Sydney Morgan wasn't even there; she was hiding behind her camera, as usual. But when all three start receiving mysterious dares long after the party has ended, they're forced to play along -- or risk exposing their darkest secrets.How far will Tenley, Caitlin, and Sydney go to keep the truth from surfacing? And who's behind this twisted game?Set against the backdrop of Echo Bay, an isolated beach town haunted by misfortune, Truth or Dare is a highly charged debut that will keep readers in suspense from beginning to end.
Conservation (The Impact of Environmentalism)
by Jen GreenWe are all aware of the importance of the environment - it's in the news, it affects our behavior and the decisions we make every day. But what actual impact has environmental thinking had on the world around us? This thought-provoking book looks at the way changing ideas about the environment and sustainability have affected our attitudes to conservation, and will do so in the future.
Food and Farming (The Impact of Environmentalism)
by Jen GreenWe are all aware of the importance of the environment - it's in the news, it affects our behavior and the decisions we make every day. But what actual impact has environmental thinking had on the world around us? This thought-provoking book looks at the way changing ideas about the environment and sustainability have affected the way we obtain our food, and will do so in the future.
Buscando a Alaska
by John GreenBuscando a Alaska es la novela debut de John Green, autor de Bajo la misma estrella. Antes: Miles ve cómo su vida transcurre sin emoción alguna. Su obsesión con memorizar las últimas palabras de personajes ilustres le lleva a querer encontrar su Gran Quizá (como dijo François Rabelais justo antes de morir). Decide mudarse a Culver Creek, un internado fuera de lo común, donde disfrutará por primera vez de la libertad y conocerá a Alaska Young. La preciosa, descarada, fascinante y autodestructiva Alaska arrastrará a Miles a su mundo, lo empujará hacia el Gran Quizá y le robará el corazón... Después: Nada volverá a ser lo mismo. Miles, un joven que busca su destino, y Alaska, una chica perdidaen el laberinto de la vida, se enfrenta a preguntas intemporales:¿Qué significado tiene nuestra existencia?¿Podemos llevar una vida plena tras vivir una tragedia sin resolver? La crítica ha dicho...«Hilarante, emotiva, inspiradora y absorbente.»Bookpage
The Fault in Our Stars
by John GreenDespite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.<P><P> Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning-author John Green's most ambitious and heartbreaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.<P> <P><b>Young Readers Choice Award Winner, 2015</b>
Paper Towns (Playaway Young Adult Ser.)
by John GreenFrom the #1 bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars<P><P> Winner of the Edgar Award for Best Young Adult Mystery<P> New York Times bestseller<P> USA Today bestseller<P> Publishers Weekly bestseller<P> When Margo Roth Spiegelman beckons Quentin Jacobsen in the middle of the night--dressed like a ninja and plotting an ingenious campaign of revenge--he follows her. Margo's always planned extravagantly, and, until now, she's always planned solo. After a lifetime of loving Margo from afar, things are finally looking up for Q... until day breaks and she has vanished. Always an enigma, Margo has now become a mystery. But there are clues. And they're for Q.<P> Printz Medalist John Green returns with the trademark brilliant wit and heart-stopping emotional honesty that have inspired a new generation of readers.
Turtles All the Way Down
by John Green<P>Sixteen-year-old Aza never intended to pursue the mystery of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, but there’s a hundred-thousand-dollar reward at stake and her Best and Most Fearless Friend, Daisy, is eager to investigate. So together, they navigate the short distance and broad divides that separate them from Russell Pickett’s son, Davis. <P>Aza is trying. She is trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also living within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts. <P>In his long-awaited return, John Green, the acclaimed, award-winning author of <i>Looking for Alaska</i> and <i>The Fault in Our Stars</i>, shares Aza’s story with shattering, unflinching clarity in this brilliant novel of love, resilience, and the power of lifelong friendship.
Noches blancas: Tres historias de amor inolvidables
by John Green Erin Lange Maureen JohnsonTres maravillosas historias de amor escritas por John Green, Maureen Johnson y Lauren Myracle, los autores más vendidos y aclamados de la literatura juvenil. Todo puede cambiar en cuestión de segundos, solo se necesita un poco de nieve y de magia navideña. La vida de Jubilee no es perfecta: acaba de discutir con su novio Noah y tiene que viajar hacia Florida por un problema con sus padres. Pero una inesperada tormenta de nieve en Nochebuena lo cambiará todo cuando el tren en el que viaja se detiene en la pequeña localidad de Gracetown. Afortunadamente, conoce a Stuart, un joven del mismo tren que la invita a pasar las fiestas con su familia. Como con las piezas de un dominó, un beso lo cambiará todo, y dará lugar a otras dos historias de amor. Tu vida está a punto de cambiar, ¿estás dispuesto a perdértelo? La crítica ha dicho...«Una comedia deliciosa.»The Washington Post «Cultura contemporánea, humor, buenas historias románticas y personajes fuertes realzan este gran trabajo de colaboración.»Kirkus Review «Noches blancas reúne tres historias divertidas y la mar de entretenidas. Las vas a disfrutar muchísimo.»Blog Mil y una tarde
Will Grayson, Will Grayson
by John Green David LevithanTwo award-winning and New York Times–bestselling author join forces for a collaborative novel of awesome proportions.<P><P> One cold night, in a most unlikely corner of Chicago, two teens—both named Will Grayson—are about to cross paths. As their worlds collide and intertwine, the Will Graysons find their lives going in new and unexpected directions, building toward romantic turns-of-heart and the epic production of history’s most fabulous high school musical.<P> Hilarious, poignant, and deeply insightful, John Green and David Levithan’s collaborative novel is brimming with a double helping of the heart and humor that have won them both legions of faithful fans.
Everything You Need to Know About Credit Cards and Fiscal Responsibility (Need to Know Library)
by Meg GreenIn this handy guide, you will learn about credit cards, what all that fine print mumbo jumbo means, and how to use one without getting into trouble or debt.