science facts

Snakes

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gish, Melissa, PUBLISHER: Child's World, Everyone knows that young kids love to explore, question, examine... investigate, because the world is full of odd little mysteries. Did you know that male platypuses have venom? That one ounce of silkworm eggs produces up to caterpillars? Or that people once used bars of salt as money? Let's Investigate invites children to uncover volumes of fascinating facts about the world around us -- from economics and industry to geography and zoology. Created especially for younger readers, this engaging 28-book series is filled with brilliant photographs and clear, fact-filled text. Be it rain forest sloths, corn and cattle farms, or Russia's frozen landscape, the wide variety of subjects will captivate curious young readers and send them investigating your library for more.

Losers, Inc.

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mills, Claudia / Mills, PUBLISHER: Hyperion Books, Ethan Winfield and his best friend, Julius Zimmerman, are losers... and proud of it They read only the shortest books for book reports and always have the worst project for the annual science fair, not to mention that they are pretty hopeless at sports. So Ethan and Julius form Losers, Inc., an exclusive club of two. But when a new student teacher shows up at school, Ethan tries to impress her and suddenly finds himself trying not to be a loser. Will Ethan have to resign as vice president of Losers, Inc.?

Indian Ocean

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Green, Jen, PUBLISHER: Gareth Stevens Publishing, Oceans and Seas is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to Earth's great bodies of water. Each volume contains a wealth of information, including physical features--"surface area and depth, how the ocean was formed, plate movements, coastlines, islands, and more; climate--"including tides, currents, trade winds, hurricanes, and tsunamis; marine life; the history of human settlement along the shores; transportation and navigation; natural resources; and current threats--"including the effects of pollution, overfishing, and mining. Numerous maps, charts, fact boxes, and primary source quotations supplement the text. Supporting both the science and social studies curriculum, this series is truly an indispensable resource.

High Arctic Extreme Science: Environmental Research from the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: France, Robert L., PUBLISHER: Green Frigate Books, Recalling a time when polar expeditions were equal parts adventure and academic discovery, this book pays tribute to the Trans-Ellesmere Island ski expedition, the first human-powered, non-Inuit, lengthwise crossing of one of the largest islands in the High Arctic. Since the expedition, the observations and measurements from the trek have produced more than a dozen groundbreaking articles on environmental contamination, wildlife distribution, and garbage littering. These studies--together with previously unpublished research findings and with many astounding photographs--are collected under a single cover for the first time.

We Think, Therefore We Are

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Crowther, Peter, PUBLISHER: Daw Books, Fifteen original stories about our fear of and fascination with artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence has captured the imaginations of writers, readers, and scientists alike, from Karl Capekas "R.U.R." to Isaac Asimovas "Three Laws of Robotics," from Robby the Robot to "The Terminator" and "The Bicentennial Man," andaof courseaArthur C. Clarkeas Hal . Now some of the most innovative thinkers in science fiction offer an intriguing variety of tales featuring the many forms of AI, from frightening to funny. These authors confront one of contemporary mankindas deepest concernsawhat do we do when the machines we created evolve beyond us?

The Forgotten Woman: The Untold Story of Kastur Gandhi, Wife

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gandhi, Arun / Gandhi, Sunanda / Yellin, Carol Lynn, PUBLISHER: Ozark Mountain Publishing, You've read about the man who became a legend, now read about the human being (the husband, the father, the man) as seen through the eyes of his wife and grandson. The biography is of the woman in his life. The incredible woman known simply as "Ba" (Mother), to millions of people in India, and her story was untold until now. Together since childhood, she knew the flaws and human frailties of the man behind the legend. Arun Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, and his wife Sunanda spent almost thirty years gathering the material for this book, which discloses personal facts and details never reported in any other Gandhi biography. ** Also contains never-before-published photographs. **

Leather

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shaw, Nancy E. / Richardson, Adele, PUBLISHER: Creative Education, Everyone knows that young kids love to explore, question, examine... investigate, because the world is full of odd little mysteries. Did you know that male platypuses have venom? That one ounce of silkworm eggs produces up to caterpillars? Or that people once used bars of salt as money? Let's Investigate invites children to uncover volumes of fascinating facts about the world around us -- from economics and industry to geography and zoology. Created especially for younger readers, this engaging 28-book series is filled with brilliant photographs and clear, fact-filled text. Be it rain forest sloths, corn and cattle farms, or Russia's frozen landscape, the wide variety of subjects will captivate curious young readers and send them investigating your library for more.

Creative Management

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Goodman, Malcolm, PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall PTR, KEY BENEFIT"This innovative volume in creative management is carefully structured to take the student from familiar territory, traditional and historical management responses to external stimuli, through to less familiar territory i.e. creative management responses, required during turbulent times of change and to maintain competitive advantage. Uses a wide variety of exercises to encourage the practice of creative thinking and action. Concentrates on the application and harnessing of creativity in an organization. MBA students and undergraduate students in departments of management, engineering, computer science, etc. Those taking courses in creative management. Will also appeal to general managers working in a changing environment.

Cornice Digitale Kodak p736

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The Power of Language: Selected Proceedings from the Second

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Castillo-Speed, Lillian / Reforma / Garza de Cortes, Oralia, PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, For the first time, an authoritative compendium of collective thought and experience has been created to form a powerful standard for Spanish-language-oriented library services. This selection of 20 papers is the one resource to turn to when it comes to establishing or revising your current library policies and collection development guidelines as well as creating an empowering vision for the future. An indispensable tool for librarians, library staff, faculty and students of library science, and everyone who has an obligation to provide quality library services to speakers of Spanish

Understanding Regression Assumptions

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Berry, William D. / Lewis-Beck, Michael S., PUBLISHER: Sage Publications (CA), Through the use of careful explanations and examples, Berry shows the reader how to consider whether the assumptions of multiple regression are actually satisfied in a particular research project. Beginning with a brief review of the regression assumptions as they are typically presented in textbooks, Berry moves on to explore in detail the "substantive" meaning of each assumption (such as lack of measurement error, absence of specification error, linearity, homoscedasticity, and lack of autocorrelation). Aimed at improving social science applications of regression, this volume is a must for every student's and researcher's library.

Women in U.S. History: A Resource Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hardy, Lyda Mary, PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, Discover the best books, Web sites, audiovisual items, and other materials to research notable women of the United States. Learn about women from Colonial times to the present day who have made strides in many fields of endeavor including the arts, literature, politics, religion, science, and sports. Materials listed feature women from all regions of the country and from many American cultural groups. The guide concentrates on materials published or produced during the s, and its final section outlines the field of women's history in terms of its historiography, theory and methodology, and its place in education.

In Your Face: From Actor to Animal Activist

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: DeRose, Chris / Tiger, Steve, PUBLISHER: Duncan Publishing, - First-hand account of how the author investigated, and finally busted, some of the most heartless and corrupt federally licensed pet-theft rings in the nation. - Facts about our federal and local governments' involvement in the multi-million dollar pet-theft industry. - Frontline intelligence to what actually occurs in animal laboratories. Shocking, riveting and moving. Millions of animals are stolen each year and sold for experimentation and "human" consumption. DeRose doesn't hold back, exposing the horrible truths of animal research and the newest form of organized crime: pet theft. Well-known celebrities who applaud his efforts and have made their own contributions to this cause including Kim Basinger, John Travolta, Linda Blair, Tippi Hedren, Alicia Silverstone, Brigitte Bardot and John Paul Jones, to name a few.

Gentle Giant Octopus [With CD]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wallace, Karen / Bostock, Mike, PUBLISHER: Candlewick Press (MA), A great resource for teachers Introducing READ, LISTEN, & WONDER This vibrant book-and-CD series brings the best of our Read and Wonder nature stories to life. Each paperback title in the series includes a CD that features: * an engaging read-aloud with sound effects * a read-along opportunity guided by prompts * a segment focusing on fascinating facts Follow a goggle-eyed octopus as she jets through the shadows, tentacles flying behind her. Finally she finds a well-hidden den in which to lay her eggs, which will dangle from the roof like grapes on a string. In silky verse, Karen Wallace explores the mysterious world of the octopus, while Mike Bostock's flowing illustrations bring that world vividly to life.

A Short History of England

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: White, Reginald J., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This is an agreeable narrative, easy to read, of the history of the English nation through twenty centuries. It is intended for the reader who wants a comprehensive survey that brings out the important lines of development but does not clog the story with too many facts, dates, treaties and battles. Underlying the account is a professional scholar's acquaintance with historical scholarship, conveyed as a stimulating succession of ideas. The reader gets a strong sense of the evolution of English society: the mixture of law, custom and innovation in its constitutional history; its curious blend of characteristics. There are numerous lively - and sometimes surprising - quotations from the sources. Its compass is the whole field of English history from the Roman occupation to the end of the nineteenth century; a brief postscript brings the story up to the present day.

Mathematical Methods in Queuing Theory

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kalashnikov, Vladimir V., PUBLISHER: Springer, This volume presents an overview of mathematical methods used in queuing theory, and various examples of solutions of problems using these methods are given. Many of the topics considered are not traditional, and include general Markov processes, test functions, coupling methods, probability metrics, continuity of queues, quantitative estimates in continuity, convergence rate to the stationary state and limit theorems for the first occurrence times. Much attention is also devoted to the modern theory of regenerative processes. Each chapter concludes with problems and comments on the literature cited. For researchers and graduate students in applied probability, operations research and computer science.

Gene Technology and Economy: An Interdisciplinary

ISBN: , SKU: , PUBLISHER: Nordic Academic Press, Since the late s, few areas of science have been able to compete with genetics when it comes to attracting public interest. The mapping of the entire human gene pool, the Hugo project, makes clear that genetics and gene technology concern life itself. The analysis of the human DNA means that new medicines can be designed, but also that human genetic material can be patented and commercialized. In this volume scholars shed light on the links between biotechnology and economics from a multidisciplinary perspective. Patent on genes, national and global power (im)balance, as well as human and plant genomics, are discussed.

Beginner's Guide to Cacti & Other Succulents

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ellis, John, PUBLISHER: Sterling Publishing (NY), A beginner eager to grow cacti needs a basic guide with easy-to-follow advice, minimal use of specialist terminology, and above all, plenty of photographs to help with plant selection. Look no further: this is for any new gardener of succulents. It' s filled to the brim with the fundamentals of cultivation and offers an enti-cingly simple introduction to many beautiful varieties. Find out how to nurture your own succulent plants in greenhouses, cold frames, and conservatories, on the windowsill, and in the garden so they' ll stay healthy and flower regularly, as well as facts on watering, temperature, light, compost, repotting, propagation, and controlling diseases. The most unique feature is the detailed and beautifully illustrated directory of plants, offering rich guidance on cultivating each species.

Skills Checklist to Nurs Intervent

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Elkin, Martha Keene / Ochs, PUBLISHER: Mosby Elsevier Health Science, Featuring a dynamic, full-color design with full-color photographs, "Nursing Interventions and Clinical Skills" presents basic and advanced nursing skills in a unique format that addresses the needs of today's students. The nursing process framework; crisp, clear writing style; consistent, logical format; generous use of color photographs and drawings; and functional use of color combine to make this text attractive, practical, and easy to use. The format includes assessment criteria, nursing diagnoses, expected outcomes and equipment, implementation, as well as evaluative criteria, unexpected outcomes and related interventions, and sample documentation for each skill.

Daily Learning Drills, Grade 6

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Douglas, Vincent / School Specialty Publishing / School Specialty Publishing, PUBLISHER: Brighter Child, Daily Learning Drills, Grade 6 provides children with additional practice for skills taught in sixth grade. This 416 page workbook includes entertaining, skill-building activities that cover the core subjects, language arts, math, science, and social studies. Topics include figurative language, research, division with fractions, plant reproduction, glaciers, and many more. Featuring a review section with a complete answer key at the end of each subject to help reinforce the skills covered, this workbook also includes perforated pages with thumb tabs for easy reference to each subject.

The Random Book Of... Matthew

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Geraghty, Paul / Pugh, Jonathan, PUBLISHER: Stripe Publishing, "The Random Book of... Matthew "features facts, figures, stats, and trivia on legions of record breakers, record losers, actors, singers, sportsmen, historical figures, the famous and infamous, felons, inventors, rulers, heartthrobs, politicians, and scientists called Matthew. Which Matthew was visited by a mysterious poltergeist, could see auras, and is able to kill cancer cells? Which Matthew turned down Chelsea and AC Milan football clubs, missed only one out of 49 penalties, and scored 209 career goals from midfield? Which Matthew won gold at the Beijing Olympics sporting a spiky red Mohican? Which Matthew was a computer programmer before videoing himself dancing in Hanoi, and then in dozens of other locations, to become an internet phenomenon? Which Matthew broke the story of Bill Clinton's affair and claimed that prominent politicians were closet homosexuals?

Freedom Facts and Firsts: 400 Years of the African American

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Smith, Jessie Carney, PUBLISHER: Visible Ink Press, Spanning nearly 400 years from the early abolitionists to the present, this guide book profiles more than 400 people, places, and events that have shaped the history of the black struggle for freedom. Coverage includes information on such mainstay figures as Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Rosa Parks, but also delves into how lesser known figures contributed to and shaped the history of civil rights. Learn how the Housewives' League of Detroit started a nationwide movement to support black businesses, helping many to survive the depression; or discover what effect sports journalist Samuel Harold Lacy had on Jackie Robinson's historic entrance into the major leagues. This comprehensive resource chronicles the breadth and passion of an entire people's quest for freedom.

Secret Seahorse

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Blackstone, Stella / Beaton, Clare, PUBLISHER: Barefoot Books, The watery world of the coral reef is explored in this hide-and-seek adventure from best-selling duo Stella Blackstone and Clare Beaton. Follow an elusive seahorse as he swims through different underwater environments, meeting a colorful kaleidoscope of sea creatures - including sea anemones, crabs, starfish, eels and octopuses - along the way. Containing five pages of educational information, including facts about the coral reef, sea creatures and the lifecycle of seahorses, while introducing children to underwater vocabulary, Secret Seahorse is an ideal present for children who are fascinated by the mysterious landscape that exists under the sea. The hide-and-seek theme featured throughout invites the reader to hunt the seahorse on every page, encouraging interaction with the text and illustrations to ensure this book will become a well-thumbed favorite.

Nonlinear Optimization with Engineering Applications

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bartholomew-Biggs, Michael, PUBLISHER: Springer, This textbook examines a broad range of problems in science and engineering, describing key numerical methods applied to real life. The case studies presented are in such areas as data fitting, vehicle route planning and optimal control, scheduling and resource allocation, sensitivity calculations and worst-case analysis. Chapters are self-contained with exercises provided at the end of most sections. Nonlinear Optimization with Engineering Applications is ideal for self-study and classroom use in engineering courses at the senior undergraduate or graduate level. The book will also appeal to postdocs and advanced researchers interested in the development and use of optimization algorithms.

Maternity Nursing NCLEX Review Series

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rollant, Paulette D. / Piotrowski, Karen A. / Rollant, P. D., PUBLISHER: Mosby Elsevier Health Science, "Mosby's Review Series" provides a comprehensive overview of core nursing content. Designed as a review or clinical resource during undergraduate coursework or in preparation for NCLEX-RN, these books present essential content in concise, outline format. Each book comprises four elements: introductory material, content review, questions and answers, and a comprehensive exam which is also included on disk (both IBM & Mac). Core content of each book follows an outline format that includes the five steps of the nursing process, home care, patient teaching, and geriatric considerations.

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