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  • Geniuses, Addicts, and Scribbling Women

    Portraits of the Writer in Popular Culture

    Through a critical discussion of an array of written and visual texts that feature a writer as a main character, Geniuses, Addicts, and Scribbling Women: Portraits of the Writer in Popular Culture argues for a more nuanced conception of the role of writers in society, their relationships with their reading publics, the portrayals and realities of their labor, and the construction of a “writing” ... Read more

    $85.09 USD

  • The Human in Superhuman

    The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture

    The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture spotlights the often overlooked but very crucial sidekick in superhero narratives. From the classic companion Alfred Pennyworth to the supportive best friend Foggy Nelson, this collection examines a variety of sidekick characters and their importance to the hero’s journey in each story. Ultimately, rather than viewing the lack ... Read more

    $89.09 USD

  • Yin and Yang in the English Classroom

    Teaching with Popular Culture Texts

    English studies today are driven by demanding curriculum, but this need is often met with unenthusiastic students. “Fun” work—like movie days or projects—is often seen as what to do after the real work is finished. But what if instructors could blend the two pieces together more effectively, motivating students with interesting material while still achieving curriculum goals? This text attempts to ... Read more

    $34.99 USD

  • Comic Connections

    Building Character and Theme

    Comic Connections: Building Character and Theme is designed to help teachers from middle school through college find exciting new strategies to help students develop their literacy skills. Each chapter has three pieces: comic relevance, classroom connections, and concluding thoughts; this format allows a reader to pick-and-choose where to start. Some readers might want to delve into the history of ... Read more

    $36.49 USD

  • Comic Connections

    Analyzing Hero and Identity

    Comics are all around campuses everyday, and with students arriving less prepared to tackle basics like reading, writing, and analyzing, this text helps connect what students enjoy to the classroom. Comic Connections: Analyzing Hero and Identity is designed to help teachers from middle school through college find a new strategy that they can use right away as part of their curricular goals.Each ... Read more

    $28.39 USD

  • Comic Connections

    Reflecting on Women in Popular Culture

    With the popularity of comic adaptations on television and at the movies, these current topics can be a great way to engage students by bringing characters and stories they connect with into the classroom to help them build the skills that they need to be successful. Comic Connections: Reflecting on Women in Popular Culture is designed to help teachers from middle school through college find ... Read more

    $28.99 USD

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  • Howard B. Wigglebottom and the Power of Giiving

    A Christmas Story

    Illustrated by Susan F. Cornelison ...
    Series Book 7 - Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard learns to be grateful for what he has and to value non-material things. At Christmas time, he learns the true spirit of the holidays and finds happiness by giving instead of getting. Tips and lessons are included. Teacher and counselor approved. The seventh book in the award winning Howard B. Wigglebottom series. Print a poster at www.wedolisten.org. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Your Brain on Ink

    A Workbook on Neuroplasticity and the Journal Ladder

    Series series It's Easy to W.R.I.T.E. Expressive Writing
    A growing body of neuroscience research has established the principle of neuroplasticity; a powerfully hopeful message that we can use our minds to change our brains in the direction of greater health and well-being. The key to shaping this change rests in how we direct and focus and our attention. In an easy-to-use workbook format this publication offers a strengths based, preventative, positive ... Read more

    $34.99 USD

  • Saints and Scamps

    Ethics in Academia

    Saints and Scamps has been widely acclaimed as one of the best academic ethics books in print. In its 25th anniversary edition, Steven M. Cahn has updated and expanded upon his critical look at the duties and responsibilities of college professors; presenting us with a masterfully decisive and learned probe into the ethical standards and practices of the academic world and bringing Saints and ... Read more

    $28.39 USD

  • Language-Based Approaches to Support Reading Comprehension

    Language-Based Approaches to Support Reading Comprehension takes a closer look at students who are frequently marginalized by language differences in the classroom, whether by teachers’ oversight or simply the lack of information. In order to remedy this situation, Falk-Ross and the contributing authors offer their different perspectives on supporting English language learners (ELLs) through ... Read more

    $64.79 USD

  • DK Readers L4: Star Wars: Rogue One: Secret Mission

    Join the Quest to Destroy the Death Star!

    by Jason Fry ...
    Series Book 4 - DK Readers
    DK Reader L4: Star Wars Rogue One™ combines DK's four-level reading scheme with the exciting box office record-breaking Star Wars movies. DK Readers help kids learn to love reading.DK Readers are leveled into stages to help every child progress and become a confident reader. They feature engaging and highly illustrated topics with true kid appeal. The story narrative is supported with interactive ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The Eight Parts of Speech

    Student Text and Workbook

    Series series Simply English
    Simply English – 8 Parts of Speech is a guide to help students become familiar with the basic units of grammar. Each part of speech is defined with tips and examples for identification. Practice exercises are then provided for identifying each part of speech. Be sure to have students read over the Quick Reference (at the end of the textbook) to familiarize themselves with the eight parts of speech ... Read more

    $38.99 USD