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365: A Daily Creativity Journal: Make Something Every Day

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Scalin, Noah, PUBLISHER: Voyageur Press (MN), The concept of Noah Scalin's "365 method" is simple but inspired: Choose a theme or medium, then make something every day for a year. Noah made 365 skull-themed projects... now he invites you to choose your obsession and get creative The book offers 365 project prompts to kick start your creativity, plus plenty of room for journaling, sketching, and jotting down ideas. Learn how to choose your subject and document your work, and see examples from other artists and crafters who took the 365 challenge. In addition, master new techniques to incorporate into your projects, including stencil-making, yarn painting, flip-book animation, quilling, tie-dying, clay-making, and more. With "365: A Daily Creativity Journal "you'll get charged up, get messy, and get inspired, and you'll see how making something every day can change your creative process--and change your life--forever

How to Win at Omaha High-Low Poker

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cappelletti, Mike, PUBLISHER: Cardoza Publishing, Clearly written strategies and powerful advice shows the essential winning strategies for beating Omaha high-low poker This money-making guide includes more than sixty hard-hitting sections on Omaha. Players learn the rules of play, best starting hands, strategies for the flop, turn, and river, how to read the board for both high and low, dangerous draws, and how to beat low-limit tournaments. Includes odds charts, glossary, low-limit tips, and strategic ideas. 240 pages

Teaching Information Literacy: 50 Standards-Based Exercises

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Burkhardt, Joanna M. / MacDonald, Mary C. / Rathemacher, Andree J., PUBLISHER: American Library Association, Updated to today's ever-expanding world of electronic information, Teaching Information Literacy, Second Edition, is the best single resource for fundamental information literacy instruction. Covering the basics of planning, collecting, and evaluating the exercies in the book.*Address one or more of the ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education*Promote conceptual and applied skills via active learning, problem-based learning, and resource based learning*Are ready for use by reference and instruction librarians at colleges and community colleges, as well as others responsible for teaching students how to conduct researchThese 50 lessons can be used as a full semester course or as a single focused seminar or workshop, and show how to engage with electronic and print information resources alike.

Issues for Libraries and Information Science in the Internet

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shuman, Bruce A., PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, Are libraries destined for extinction as more people turn to the Web for their information needs? Or will the role of libraries expand to bridge the gap between information haves and have-nots? How will censorship issues, information overload, and archiving affect libraries in years to come? The immense changes brought by the Internet pose many questions and dilemmas for today's librarians, challenging many fundamental beliefs and practices. This timely work addresses a number of major critical issues facing libraries and our society. Join author Bruce Shuman to explore the challenges and possible solutions in this lively and thought-provoking discussion. A fascinating read for anyone working in the information industry-from library managers and practitioners to faculty and students of library and information science. It is also of interest to researchers and Internet users.

Bird Care and Training

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Higdon, Pam / Higdon, Pamela L., PUBLISHER: Howell Books, Covering both how to care for a pet bird and how to train it properly, this guide offers a wonderful resource for novice pet owners who need to know how to create a great relationship with their birds. Photos are included.

Making the Bridegroom's Speech: Know What to Say and When to

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bowden, John, John, PUBLISHER: How to Books, What are the golden rules of speech making? How should you respond to the toast to the bride and groom? And which people do you need to thank and how? The answers to all these questions and more are here in this much-needed book. Now you can make your wedding day speech memorable for all the right reasons -- Add sincerity, sparkle and humor -- Enjoy the big day

Your Personal Best: A Common Sense Guide to Fitness for All

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McDonald, Marie, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, When you get right down to it, most people do care about fitness - they are interested, but just haven't the first clue how to begin. Where and how do you learn just how to start, without appearing less than bright? All the new words we hear and read, no doubt having something to do with fitness, what do they mean? I mean really, Pilates, Ai Chi, Tai Chi - are they animal, vegetable or mineral. Help Help is here. The subtitle of this book is A Common Sense Guide to Fitness for All Ages. The book not only covers complete information on fitness training, but advice on weight control and diet, water exercises and abdominals and much more. Also included is a complete section on attaining and maintaining fitness from birth through the Golden Years - all the way. People tend to give up, but they could improve their fitness, even with disabling conditions. After you read the extremely enlightening and useful information in this book, you may very well call it Your Personal Fitness Handbook.

Master the CLEP

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Petersons Publishing, PUBLISHER: Peterson's Nelnet Co, Each year, more than students take one or more of the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests to get college credit for their life experiences. Peterson's Master the CLEP offers the essential test prep for the 5 General CLEP tests: College Mathematics, Humanities, Social Sciences and History, Natural Sciences, and the new College Composition exam. Packed with practice tests as well as expert test-taking advice and thorough subject review, Master the CLEP provides complete preparation for the CLEP tests. Offers pre-tests, subject overviews, and post-tests for each of the 5 CLEP test subjects. Contains 2 full-length practice tests for each of the 5 general subject exams: College Composition, Humanities, College Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences/History All questions include answer keys and full answer explanations. Expert test-taking tips and techniques to help score high on the CLEP. Everything test-takers need to know about the CLEP tests-what they are, how they're scored and reported, how and where to register for them, and study and test-taking tips-essential information for the more than students who take this exam each year to gain college credit.

How to File for Bankruptcy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Elias, Stephen / Elia, Stephen / Leonard, Robin, PUBLISHER: NOLO, Every year, more than a million people file for bankruptcy. This book gives them a clear and complete overview of the bankruptcy process, explains the repurcussions of filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and provides step-by-step instructions and all the forms necessary to file. It clearly outlines what debts can and cannot be eliminated in bankruptcy, what property debtors risk losing, how to protect assets and rebuild credit and how to deal with aggressive credit card companies seeking speedy credit repayment. State-by-state exemption tables included.

Mystery of the Hidden Key

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stahl, Hilda, PUBLISHER: Tyndale Kids, Elizabeth Gail has been popular with girls for more than two decades, and this updated series is sure to be a favorite of this generation as well. Elizabeth Gail Dobbs is a foster child and a member of the Johnson family. Her new Christian family leads her to a relationship with the Lord and teaches her how to call upon God for help. Throughout the series, "Libby" learns about the power of prayer, how to love her enemies, and how to rely on God.

Gainsharing and Employee Involvement

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Graham-Moore, Brian / Ross, Timothy L., PUBLISHER: BNA Books (Bureau of National Affairs), You can improve competitiveness, productivity, labor relations, customer service, and more -- with a program that rewards employees for your organization's success. In this expanded edition of the successful book Gainsharing: Plans for Improving Performance, the authors show you why gainsharing works -- and how you can build an effective gainsharing program. You get guidance on several types of alternative compensation strategies including participative management, pay-for-performance, and contingent/variable compensation. The authors share: -- insights on gainsharing -- and its use with employee involvement programs -- strategies for improving quality and customer service -- coverage of special issues in the public, not-for-profit, and service sectors -- formulas for a reward structure that will further your organization's goals -- common pitfalls -- and how to make your program successful in the long term -- examples of gainsharing organizations -- including a 19-year case study -- with statistics on their performance -- a glossary of important terms and an index for easy reference -- list of other helpful resources You will learn if gainsharing is right for your organization, and what assistance you will need to develop a successful system of shared rewards.

How to Get Publicity: Revised and Updated for the Internet

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Parkhurst, William, PUBLISHER: Harper Paperbacks, Business needs a boost? Invented the software that's going to revolutionize cyberspace? How is everyone going to find out about that fundraiser you're organizing? Publicity is the simple answer to your prayers--the greatest (and cheapest) resource for self-promotion that's available. Learn everything you need to know about promoting yourself efficiently, effectively, and economically with the indispensable "How to Get Publicity"-- now completely revised an updata Television, radio, and publishing public relations wizard William Parkhurst offers his proven insider's expertise, using examples and case histories as well as his own tried-and-true methods--covering everything from writing a penetrating press release and booking a successful tour to handling bad publicity and the unlimited opportunities the Internet has to offer. The techniques and media may have changed through-out the years, but the basic steps remain the same on the path to self-promotion--and "How to Get Publicity" is the perfect guide to capturing millions of dollars' worth of media coverage and maximizing your opportunities.

Lost in the Snow

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cole, Joanna / Degen, Bruce / Bracken, Carolyn, PUBLISHER: Cartwheel Books, Based upon the bestselling book series and the award-winning TV show, Magic School Bus Scholastic Readers make learning an adventure Ms. Frizzle's class is on its way to learn how snow is made. They take a wild ride into the clouds and get to float down on snowflakes. But how will they get back to the Magic School Bus? Climb on the Magic School Bus and learn about snow, ice crystals, and much, much more.

How to Help Your Child Overcome Your Divorce: A Support

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Benedek, Elissa P. / Brown, Catherine F., PUBLISHER: William Morrow & Company, This book offers parents the latest information and advice, with numerous case examples, on support groups and answers to some of the most common questions on which divorced parents seek guidance. This book counsels: -- how to help children adjust to separation and divorce -- how to tell them the news, and reassure them of their parents' love and care for them -- and how to do just that, -- ways to keep the relationship between ex-spouses as free of conflict as possible, -- how to help childr feel good about themselves and grow as individuals, -- and, much more.

MATROX Triple Head 2GO Analog Edition

MATROX Triple Head 2GO Analog Edition come nuova compresa di scatola e cd originali, il tutto perfettamente funzionante. Introvabile. solo contatti telefonici. See more. Do more. Be more productive. Matrox TripleHead2Go is an external multi-display adapter that adds up to three monitors to your notebook or desktop computer. It connects to the VGA output of your system and uses its existing GPU to provide high-quality, uncompressed graphics and video across all monitors. Ideal for professionals requiring more desktop space for maximum productivity increases and gamers wanting a totally immersive experience. This small box lets you run different applications on each display or view one application across multiple monitors. A multi monitor set-up lets you organize your workspace more efficiently, multi-task more comfortably and make fewer errors.

The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches: A

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Yeager, Jeff, PUBLISHER: Broadway Books, It used to be that "stuff" made you cool. That is so twentieth century. Jeff Yeager, the man dubbed The Ultimate Cheapskate by Matt Lauer on "Today," offers a completely fresh take on personal finance, teaching us how to enjoy life more by spending" less." He will show you how to buy less stuff, retire young, and live financially free, while you make a positive difference in people's lives and save the planet along the way. "The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches" lays out the practices and principles that have made cheap the new cool. Live within your means at thirty and stay there. The Ultimate Cheapskate was living well on what he earned at thirty, so when he made more money, he saved every penny. Now he is "selfishly" employed, doing work he loves and helping others. Do for yourself what you could have others do for you. Cheapskates are die-hard do-it-yourselfers. It's all about having the right tools, and The Ultimate Cheapskate will get you started. Pinch the dollars and the pennies will pinch themselves. It's not the $3 cup of coffee; it's the big-ticket decisions that determine whether you'll be financially free. So buy a house, not a castle. "The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches" promises a quality of life you cannot buy, a sense of satisfaction you cannot fake, and an appreciation for others and for the planet that gives life value. Open your road map and prepare to discover the true joys of financial freedom.

The Practical Pendulum Book: With Instructions for Use and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jurriaanse, D., PUBLISHER: Weiser Books, Easy instructions for using a pendulum to determine how your inner self is feeling. Use it to learn your best colors, how to motivate your career, for personal relationships. Also included are charts for working with homeopathic remedies, herbal teas, to increase health and vitality and number of other alternatives.

The Primal Blueprint 21-Day Total Body Transformation: A

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sisson, Mark, PUBLISHER: Primal Nutrition, A 21-day step-by-step guide to transforming your body forever, using the proven principles of the best-selling book The Primal Blueprint. After a quick review of the Eight "Key Concepts" that you'll need to understand in order to achieve your genetic ideal weight, energy levels and physical tone, you'll get right into the action items: doing the workouts that provide the best results with the least effort; eating foods that stimulate your body to burn off your fat instead of store it - and discovering where to find them in restaurants, grocery stores, farmers markets or in your home; knowing when and how much to eat so that you lose your cravings for sweets and never really go hungry again; learning how to bolster your immune system with foods you love, so you not only get sick less often, but you reduce your long term risk for disease. Then complete the 21 day's worth of Primal challenges and record them in the journal section. At the end of three weeks, you will be Primal for Life

Essential Tax Facts Edition: Simple Tips for Preparing

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jacks, Evelyn, PUBLISHER: Knowledge Bureau Ltd, "It's Your Money, Your Life... and tax season is the best time to be more financially aware and increase your opportunities to build wealth over the long run. Pick up this book, and get involved Follow the blog at www.evelynjacks.comAnd the tweets: http: //twitter.com/evelynjacksJoin Evelyn on her annual book tour to talk taxes Read Essential Tax Facts with purpose. Start with the tax changes for . You?ll find them in part one of this book. Now, find your ?filing profile?, then drill down, ask more questions and get new answers to reaching your goal--paying only the least amount of taxes legally possible: ? Employees: Learn how to write off more deductions so you can invest more? Singles: Maximize deductions and reduce clawbacks of lucrative government benefits? Pre-retirees: Use your RRSP to buy a home and finance education? Seniors: Split income from pensions and investments and write off more medical costs? Families: Split income, deductions and credits with family members ? Investors: earn more tax efficient income from investments and reduce tax on capital? Executors: minimizes taxes filing final returns for deceased taxpayers? Homeowners: Win big by selling your tax-exempt residence or rental properties. "

Roasting: Meat, Fish, Vegetables, Sauces, and More

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stevenson, Sonia / Brigdale, Martin, PUBLISHER: Ryland Peters & Small, - Roast beef with potatoes, roast chicken with gravy--celebrated chef Sonia Stevenson gives foolproof recipes for these favorites and more- From succulent recipes for roast vegetables, fish, poultry, and meat to tips on how long to cook your roast and how many it will serve, this book has it all, with photography by Martin Brigdale- "Roasting is simply the best roasting book you'll ever own

How to Do Everything with Your Digital Camera

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Johnson, Dave, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill/Osborne Media, Learn to set up and take high-quality photographs with your digital camera. This easy-to-follow guide explains how to enhance and improve existing images as well as print your photos and publish them on the Web for others to see. You'll also get coverage of related equipment including editing software, hardware add-ons, and online image management tools.

Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters: Great Letter Techniques and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Yate, Martin, PUBLISHER: Adams Media Corporation, This book has been a top seller in its category for more than ten years Now, in an all-new updated edition, Martin Yate shows readers the words and phrases to use that get them that critical first interview. This edition includes new material: an update of the text; a step-by-step procedure for turning weak cover letters into strong ones; the latest strategies for online cover letters and job searching; and a new section, Before and After, reveals how to transform sloppy cover letters into powerful tools. Millions of job searchers are entering the market. This book is an essential tool to help them get hired.

Monopoly Politics

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, James Clifford / Anderson, Annelisa, PUBLISHER: Hoover Institution Press, Jim Miller details how political markets function in a way that makes it inherently difficult for them to perform as well as commerical markets. He exposes advantages incumbents erect to ward off challengers and reveals how most reform proposals increase these advantages. Drawing on his own experience in politics, he outlines ways to broaden opportunities for challengers and make the political marketplace more competitive and responsive to the voters.

Focus on Personal Finance

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dlabay, Les R. / Hughes, Robert J. / Kapoor, Jack R., PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Education - Europe, "Focus on Personal Finance" is a brief, 14-chapter book, covering the critical topics in Personal Finance courses. This 4-color, paperback text is designed and written to appeal to a range of ages, life situations, and levels of financial literacy. A unique aspect of this text is its active approach. This text will not only get your students thinking about their current situation and financial goals, but also to put these in writing to use as a guide and revise over the course of their lives. The more a student involves themselves in the assessments, exercises and worksheets provided, the more they will discover about their current habits and how to improve them for greater financial freedom. Students have many different financial goals, but none are more important than having a basic understanding of financial issues and peace of mind with regard to their decisions. The ultimate goal of Focus on Personal Finance is to get students to this point as a first step to achieving the many financial goals they have set for themselves.

How to Get Out of Iraq di Brendan O'Leary

How to Get Out of Iraq with Integrity di Brendan O'Leary Editore: University of Pennsylvania Press Anno: Rilegatura: Hardback Pagine: 280 p. Testo in English Dimensioni: 229 x 152 mm. Peso: 567 gr. Ean: Spedizione con piego di libri 1,50

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