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Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics

by Jo Boaler ...

From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math. ... Read more

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From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math.
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Reader, Come Home

The Reading Brain in a Digital World

by Maryanne Wolf ...

The author of the acclaimed Proust and the Squid follows up with a lively, ambitious, and deeply informative book that considers the future of the reading brain and our capacity for critical thinking, empathy, and reflection as we become increasingly dependent on digital technologies.A decade ago, Maryanne Wolf’s Proust and the Squid revealed what we know about how the brain learns to read and how ... Read more

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The author of the acclaimed Proust and the Squid follows up with a lively, ambitious, and deeply informative book that considers the future of the reading brain and our capacity for critical thinking, empathy, and reflection as we become increasingly dependent on digital technologies.A decade ago, Maryanne Wolf’s Proust and the Squid revealed what we know about how the brain learns to read and how
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Spanish Short Stories For Beginners: 56 Entertaining Short Stories To Refresh Your Spanish

by Felipe Moya, Leslie Pérez ...

Have you always wished you could carry on simple dialogues in Spanish?But then it got frustrating because you just couldn't keep up with real-life conversations?Have you studied with numerous books and methods—only that they're either so difficult you get a headache or so dull and easy they bore you to sleep?If this sounds like you, we get it—and we have just the thing to solve your problems.So ... Read more

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Have you always wished you could carry on simple dialogues in Spanish?But then it got frustrating because you just couldn't keep up with real-life conversations?Have you studied with numerous books and methods—only that they're either so difficult you get a headache or so dull and easy they bore you to sleep?If this sounds like you, we get it—and we have just the thing to solve your problems.So
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Just for Fun: The Story of an Accidental Revolutionary

by Linus Torvalds, David Diamond ...

Once upon a time Linus Torvalds was a skinny unknown, just another nerdy Helsinki techie who had been fooling around with computers since childhood. Then he wrote a groundbreaking operating system and distributed it via the Internet -- for free. Today Torvalds is an international folk hero. And his creation LINUX is used by over 12 million people as well as by companies such as IBM. Now, in a ... Read more

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Once upon a time Linus Torvalds was a skinny unknown, just another nerdy Helsinki techie who had been fooling around with computers since childhood. Then he wrote a groundbreaking operating system and distributed it via the Internet -- for free. Today Torvalds is an international folk hero. And his creation LINUX is used by over 12 million people as well as by companies such as IBM. Now, in a
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The Absorbent Mind

by Maria Montessori ...

Maria Montessori was an Italian physician and educator best known for the philosophy of education that bears her name, and her writing on scientific pedagogy. Her educational method is in use today in public and private schools throughout the world. In 1947 she returned to India and gave courses in Adyar and Ahmedabad. These courses led to the book The Absorbent Mind, in which Montessori described ... Read more

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Maria Montessori was an Italian physician and educator best known for the philosophy of education that bears her name, and her writing on scientific pedagogy. Her educational method is in use today in public and private schools throughout the world. In 1947 she returned to India and gave courses in Adyar and Ahmedabad. These courses led to the book The Absorbent Mind, in which Montessori described
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2 - Portuguese - Learn Portuguese with Art

Learn how to describe what you see, with bilingual text in English and Portuguese, as you explore beautiful artwork

by Mobile Library ...

Series Book 2 - Learn Portuguese With Art
- About this series of books:Learn how to describe what you see, with bilingual text in English Portuguese, as you explore beautiful artwork.In this series, you will:Discover amazing artworksLearn more vocabulary in a new languageLearn how to describe what you see in a new languageUse the help of bilingual readingExplore beautiful art in detail- About this book:<st... ... Read more

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- About this series of books:Learn how to describe what you see, with bilingual text in English Portuguese, as you explore beautiful artwork.In this series, you will:Discover amazing artworksLearn more vocabulary in a new languageLearn how to describe what you see in a new languageUse the help of bilingual readingExplore beautiful art in detail- About this book:<st...
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Cicadas and Sundays

And Other Bilingual European Portuguese-English Short Stories for Beginner Language learners

by Isabela Moura ...

European Portuguese for Beginners Discover this collection of six original bilingual stories written for adult beginners learning European Portuguese. From With the Rain to Cicadas and Sundays, each tale explores simple moments, everyday life, and quiet reflections, perfect for language learners who want to enjoy reading while improving their Portuguese language skills. Every story is written in ... Read more

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European Portuguese for Beginners Discover this collection of six original bilingual stories written for adult beginners learning European Portuguese. From With the Rain to Cicadas and Sundays, each tale explores simple moments, everyday life, and quiet reflections, perfect for language learners who want to enjoy reading while improving their Portuguese language skills. Every story is written in
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Russian Short Stories for Beginners: Learn Russian Vocabulary and Phrases with Stories (A1/A2)

by Verblix Press ...

Easy and Captivating Short Stories to Improve Your Russian Vocabulary and Reading Skills!Are you a beginner learner of Russian who wants to practise reading the language but finds that most of the learning material out there is too high-level for you? If so, this is the book you've been looking for!Russian Short Stories for Beginners – Learn Russian Vocabulary and Phrases with Stories is a ... Read more

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Easy and Captivating Short Stories to Improve Your Russian Vocabulary and Reading Skills!Are you a beginner learner of Russian who wants to practise reading the language but finds that most of the learning material out there is too high-level for you? If so, this is the book you've been looking for!Russian Short Stories for Beginners – Learn Russian Vocabulary and Phrases with Stories is a
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Now You See It

How Technology and Brain Science Will Transform Schools and Business for the 21st Century

by Cathy N. Davidson ...

A digital innovator shows how we can thrive in the new technological age.When Cathy Davidson and Duke University gave free iPods to the freshman class in 2003, critics said they were wasting their money. Yet when students in practically every discipline invented academic uses for their music players, suddenly the idea could be seen in a new light-as an innovative way to turn learning on its head ... Read more

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A digital innovator shows how we can thrive in the new technological age.When Cathy Davidson and Duke University gave free iPods to the freshman class in 2003, critics said they were wasting their money. Yet when students in practically every discipline invented academic uses for their music players, suddenly the idea could be seen in a new light-as an innovative way to turn learning on its head
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The Sardine Festival: Bilingual Stories in European Portuguese and English for Beginners

by Pomme Bilingual ...

In a quiet coastal village, the hidden depths of the Azores, and the lively streets of Porto, three lives become gently entangled with memory, mystery, and the quiet magic of everyday Portugal.Lanterns at Midnight, Secrets Beneath the Waves, and The Sardine Festival are three original bilingual short stories written for beginner European Portuguese learners (A1–A2). Each story is carefully crafted ... Read more

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In a quiet coastal village, the hidden depths of the Azores, and the lively streets of Porto, three lives become gently entangled with memory, mystery, and the quiet magic of everyday Portugal.Lanterns at Midnight, Secrets Beneath the Waves, and The Sardine Festival are three original bilingual short stories written for beginner European Portuguese learners (A1–A2). Each story is carefully crafted
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The Liberating Arts

Why We Need Liberal Arts Education

by Emily Auerbach, Nathan Beacom, John Mark Reynolds, Erin Shaw, Anne Snyder, Noah Toly ...

A new generation of teachers envisions a liberal arts education that is good for everyone.Why would anyone study the liberal arts? It’s no secret that the liberal arts have fallen out of favor and are struggling to prove their relevance. The cost of college pushes students to majors and degrees with more obvious career outcomes.A new cohort of educators isn’t taking this lying down. They realize ... Read more

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A new generation of teachers envisions a liberal arts education that is good for everyone.Why would anyone study the liberal arts? It’s no secret that the liberal arts have fallen out of favor and are struggling to prove their relevance. The cost of college pushes students to majors and degrees with more obvious career outcomes.A new cohort of educators isn’t taking this lying down. They realize
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Values and Ethics in Coaching

by Ioanna Iordanou, Rachel Hawley, Christiana Iordanou ...

The first complete guide to exploring values and ethics in coaching, this book will guide you through the responsibilities of coaching practice, and help you recognize and reconcile common ethical dilemmas and choices.Part I explores the theory and research underpinning ethical coaching practice, and invites you to examine own personal and professional values.Part II delves into the key ethical ... Read more

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The first complete guide to exploring values and ethics in coaching, this book will guide you through the responsibilities of coaching practice, and help you recognize and reconcile common ethical dilemmas and choices.Part I explores the theory and research underpinning ethical coaching practice, and invites you to examine own personal and professional values.Part II delves into the key ethical
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The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition

by William Strunk, Jr., E.B. White ...

'The Elements of Style' (1918), by William Strunk, Jr., is an American English writing style guide. It is the best-known, most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading and usage in U.S. high school and university composition classes. This edition of 'The Elements of Style' details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of ... Read more

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'The Elements of Style' (1918), by William Strunk, Jr., is an American English writing style guide. It is the best-known, most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading and usage in U.S. high school and university composition classes. This edition of 'The Elements of Style' details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of
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Overcoming Dyslexia (2020 Edition)

Second Edition, Completely Revised and Updated

by Sally Shaywitz M.D., Jonathan Shaywitz MD ...

From one of the world's preeminent experts on reading and dyslexia, the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book available on identifying, understanding, and overcoming reading problems--now revised to reflect the latest research and evidence-based approaches.Dyslexia is the most common learning disorder on the planet, affecting about one in five individuals, regardless of age or gender. ... Read more

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From one of the world's preeminent experts on reading and dyslexia, the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book available on identifying, understanding, and overcoming reading problems--now revised to reflect the latest research and evidence-based approaches.Dyslexia is the most common learning disorder on the planet, affecting about one in five individuals, regardless of age or gender.
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On Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition

An Informal Guide to Writing Nonfiction

by William Zinsser ...

"On Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition EPB is a bible for a generation of writers looking for clues to clean, compelling prose." —New York TimesA beloved classic and the definitive volume on the art of writing nonfictionOn Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition EPB, which grew out of a course that William Zinsser taught at Yale, has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity, and for the w ... Read more

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"On Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition EPB is a bible for a generation of writers looking for clues to clean, compelling prose." —New York TimesA beloved classic and the definitive volume on the art of writing nonfictionOn Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition EPB, which grew out of a course that William Zinsser taught at Yale, has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity, and for the w
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Teaching to Change Lives

Seven Proven Ways to Make Your Teaching Come Alive

by Dr. Howard Hendricks ...

This insightful book conveys the author's passion for communication and gets to the heart of how to do it. Discover the thrill of applying the seven proven concepts - and seeing the results! Also contains sample lesson plans. A great tool for your PDA or Desktop ... Read more

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This insightful book conveys the author's passion for communication and gets to the heart of how to do it. Discover the thrill of applying the seven proven concepts - and seeing the results! Also contains sample lesson plans. A great tool for your PDA or Desktop
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Music Education for All

Planning Effective and Inclusive Lessons

by Sarah Fard ...

Series series CAST Skinny Books
Recognizing that every student and classroom is unique, educator Sarah Fard's Music Education for All: Planning Effective and Inclusive Lessons reveals a vital approach to ensuring that all students can discover and develop their own rich and meaningful musical identity.Drawing on her own insightful classroom experiences, Fard shares dynamic and practical strategies to align national standards and ... Read more

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Recognizing that every student and classroom is unique, educator Sarah Fard's Music Education for All: Planning Effective and Inclusive Lessons reveals a vital approach to ensuring that all students can discover and develop their own rich and meaningful musical identity.Drawing on her own insightful classroom experiences, Fard shares dynamic and practical strategies to align national standards and
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De ville svanene – The Wild Swans (norsk – engelsk)

Tospråklig barnebok etter et eventyr av Hans Christian Andersen, med online lydbok og video

by Ulrich Renz ...

Translated by Ursula Johanna Aas, Pete Savill, Ludwig Blohm ...

Tospråklig barnebok, fra 4-5 år (norsk – engelsk) med online lydbøker og videoer på norsk og engelsk.«De ville svanene» av Hans Christian Andersen er ikke uten grunn en av verdens mest leste eventyr. I tidløs form gir han uttrykk for det som møter oss i våre liv: redsel, tapperhet, kjærlighet, forræderi, adskillelse og gjenforening.Denne kjærlig illustrerte bildebok utgaven forteller eventyret til ... Read more

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Tospråklig barnebok, fra 4-5 år (norsk – engelsk) med online lydbøker og videoer på norsk og engelsk.«De ville svanene» av Hans Christian Andersen er ikke uten grunn en av verdens mest leste eventyr. I tidløs form gir han uttrykk for det som møter oss i våre liv: redsel, tapperhet, kjærlighet, forræderi, adskillelse og gjenforening.Denne kjærlig illustrerte bildebok utgaven forteller eventyret til
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Xiao Ming, Boy Sherlock

Mandarin Companion Graded Readers Breakthrough Level

by John Pasden, Jared Turner ...

Series series Mandarin Companion
Even at a young age, Xiao Ming (boy Sherlock Holmes) has a reputation among his peers for his keen powers of deduction. His budding skills are put to the test when he is tasked with finding a thief at school, investigating the source of strange fires starting out of seemingly nowhere, and discovering the identity of a secret admirer anonymously sending flowers to a classmate. With the help of his ... Read more

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Even at a young age, Xiao Ming (boy Sherlock Holmes) has a reputation among his peers for his keen powers of deduction. His budding skills are put to the test when he is tasked with finding a thief at school, investigating the source of strange fires starting out of seemingly nowhere, and discovering the identity of a secret admirer anonymously sending flowers to a classmate. With the help of his
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Der Process. Textausgabe mit Kommentar und Materialien

[Reclam XL – Text und Kontext] – Kafka, Franz

by Franz Kafka ...

Series series Reclam XL – Text und Kontext
Der unschuldige Josef K. wird eines Morgens plötzlich verhaftet. In einem ganz und gar undurchsichtigen Prozess muss er sich gegen eine bedrohliche Gerichtsmacht wehren, deren gnadenlosem Urteil er nicht entrinnen kann.Klassenlektüre und Textarbeit einfach gemacht: Die Reihe »Reclam XL – Text und Kontext« erfüllt alle Anforderungen an Schullektüre und Bedürfnisse des Deutschunterrichts:* Reclam XL ... Read more

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Der unschuldige Josef K. wird eines Morgens plötzlich verhaftet. In einem ganz und gar undurchsichtigen Prozess muss er sich gegen eine bedrohliche Gerichtsmacht wehren, deren gnadenlosem Urteil er nicht entrinnen kann.Klassenlektüre und Textarbeit einfach gemacht: Die Reihe »Reclam XL – Text und Kontext« erfüllt alle Anforderungen an Schullektüre und Bedürfnisse des Deutschunterrichts:* Reclam XL
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La Coleccionista de Nubes: Cuentos Bilingües Inglés-Español

by My Pommeline ...

¡Bienvenidos a un mundo lleno de aventuras mágicas y personajes encantadores! Este libro bilingüe, diseñado especialmente para niños que están aprendiendo inglés, contiene una colección de historias divertidas y emocionantes que capturarán su imaginación.Cada relato está escrito en ambos idiomas, lo que permite a los pequeños lectores aprender y mejorar su inglés de manera divertida y natural. ... Read more

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¡Bienvenidos a un mundo lleno de aventuras mágicas y personajes encantadores! Este libro bilingüe, diseñado especialmente para niños que están aprendiendo inglés, contiene una colección de historias divertidas y emocionantes que capturarán su imaginación.Cada relato está escrito en ambos idiomas, lo que permite a los pequeños lectores aprender y mejorar su inglés de manera divertida y natural.
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Ruthless Equity: Disrupt the Status Quo and Ensure Learning for All Students

by Ken Williams ...

Can you imagine being empowered with the knowledge to:work with super-charged confidence because you have clarity about how to ensure equity for EVERY student?identify the difference between cosmetic gestures of equity and powerful equitable practices that are practical and impactful?leverage equitable practices that will make student achievement both measurable and predictable?lean into the ... Read more

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Can you imagine being empowered with the knowledge to:work with super-charged confidence because you have clarity about how to ensure equity for EVERY student?identify the difference between cosmetic gestures of equity and powerful equitable practices that are practical and impactful?leverage equitable practices that will make student achievement both measurable and predictable?lean into the
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A Pedagogy of Kindness

by Catherine J. Denial ...

Series series Teaching, Engaging, and Thriving in Higher Ed
Academia is not, by and large, a kind place. Individualism and competition are what count. But without kindness at its core, Catherine Denial suggests, higher education fails students and instructors—and its mission—in critical ways.Part manifesto, part teaching memoir, part how-to guide, A Pedagogy of Kindness urges higher education to get aggressive about instituting kindness, which Denial ... Read more

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Academia is not, by and large, a kind place. Individualism and competition are what count. But without kindness at its core, Catherine Denial suggests, higher education fails students and instructors—and its mission—in critical ways.Part manifesto, part teaching memoir, part how-to guide, A Pedagogy of Kindness urges higher education to get aggressive about instituting kindness, which Denial
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Thinking through Writing

A Guide to Becoming a Better Writer and Thinker

by John Kaag, Jonathan van Belle ...

Series series Skills for Scholars
A concise and practical manual on developing reading, writing, and critical thinking skills in tandemFor college students learning how to write on scholarly subjects, writing and critical thinking go hand in hand. And yet most books on these topics are categorized separately: writing guides and critical thinking handbooks. This book is different, offering a manual for developing reading, writing, ... Read more

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A concise and practical manual on developing reading, writing, and critical thinking skills in tandemFor college students learning how to write on scholarly subjects, writing and critical thinking go hand in hand. And yet most books on these topics are categorized separately: writing guides and critical thinking handbooks. This book is different, offering a manual for developing reading, writing,
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