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 | The Heinie Prize Product# 458504859 Selling for $6.99 "When fourth-grader Bernie schemes to have his servile friend Belzer win the Most Outstanding Student award, his success yields unexpected consequences." |
 | Surviving the Applewhites Product# 458506007 Selling for $16.99 "Jake, a budding juvenile delinquent, is sent for home schooling to the arty and eccentric Applewhite family's Creative Academy, where he discovers talents and interests he never knew he had." |
 | Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society Product# 460543879 Selling for $77.67 "This well-respected book helps readers understand pluralism and the complexities of cultural backgrounds and how to use this knowledge successfully in the classroom. It appropriately describes seven critical microcultures to which students and teachers belong: class; ethnicity and race; gender; exceptionality; religion; language; and age. These microcultures form the foundation for understanding pluralism and multicultural education. A focus on current issues features sections on hate groups, school violence, social justice, culturally responsible teaching, and teaching for democracy. Video insights incorporated into each chapter promote stimulating social and cultural discussions around video segments from ABC News. For teachers striving to deliver an equitable education to all students." |
 | Career Day Product# 460545876 Selling for $17.89 "Jessica's mother is a veterinarian. Pablo's father is a construction worker. Michiko's mother writes books. What kinds of work do people 'you' know do? On Career Day the children in Mrs. Madoff's class take turns introducing special visitors. Every visitor has something interesting to share, and together the class learns all about the different work people do. In the fourth Mrs. Madoff book, Anne and Lizzy Rockwell revisit Mrs. Madoff's class as they help young readers explore the question, 'What do 'you' want to be when you grow up?'" |
 | The Best Teacher in Second Grade Product# 460546181 Selling for $17.89 "Although reluctant at first, the second graders in Mr. Hopper's class follow new student Luna's suggestion and perform as stars in a 'midnight circus' on Family Night." |
 | Ms. Todd Is Odd! Product# 460546804 Selling for $3.99 "When Miss Daisy is absent from school and Ms. Todd, an overexcited and always smiling teacher, takes over as the substitute, A.J. and his friends are sure that she kidnapped Miss Daisy and have to do some detective work to prove it." |
| Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society Product# 460549467 Selling for $77.67 "This well-respected book helps readers understand pluralism and the complexities of cultural backgrounds and how to use this knowledge successfully in the classroom. It appropriately describes seven critical microcultures to which students and teachers belong: class; ethnicity and race; gender; exceptionality; religion; language; and age. These microcultures form the foundation for understanding pluralism and multicultural education. A focus on current issues features sections on hate groups, school violence, social justice, culturally responsible teaching, and teaching for democracy. Video insights incorporated into each chapter promote stimulating social and cultural discussions around video segments from ABC News. For teachers striving to deliver an equitable education to all students." |
 | Little Cliff's First Day of School Product# 460551953 Selling for $6.99 "Little Cliff's great-grandmother, Mama Pearl, and his great-grandfather, Poppa Joe, are so excited for him to start first grade. But Little Cliff doesn't want to go to school, especially if it means leaving behind his toys, his home, and his family. When the first day of school comes, Mama Pearl walks Little Cliff to the schoolhouse. As they draw nearer, Little Cliff hears laughter and looks up to see that all of his friends are there. Hmm, maybe school will be fun...." |
 | Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport with Powerweb: Health and Human Performance Product# 460679084 Selling for $108.44 "Offering the most comprehensive coverage available, this new edition features a lifespan, cross-disciplinary approach valuable for both teaching and non-teaching professionals. Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation, and Sport emphasizes attitude change, inclusion, and psychosocial perspectives for understanding individual differences." |
 | Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sport Product# 460679099 Selling for $89.5 "Authored by one of the leading experts in the field, this comprehensive text introduces students to the history and trends in physical education and the human movement sciences. The text includes a discussion of careers and professional issues in all areas of physical education and kinesiology as well as an introduction to the major subfields including exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, control, and development, sport sociology, sport and exercise psychology, sport pedagogy, sport humanities, and related areas in athletic training, sport management, and allied health." |
 | How to Think Like a Psychologist: Critical Thinking in Psychology Product# 460679226 Selling for $23.8 "Featuring an informal writing style throughout, this unique book uses a question-and-answer format to explore some of the most common questions students ask about psychology -- which are often stumbling blocks in their introduction to the discipline. Topics are keyed to chapters of typical introductory psychology texts, focus on issues that are personally relevant to students, feature many everyday examples, and include exercises that encourage students to think critically and to relate the material to their own lives." |
 | Resume Writing Made Easy Product# 460679329 Selling for $18 "Practical, user-friendly, and timely, this “how-to” text/workbook offers clear, step-by-step instructions for developing a strong, effective résumé. Using clear, simple worksheets and a variety of sample résumés, it walks readers in an easy-to-follow manner through successive steps of writing résumés for a variety of worker “levels” and situations—e.g., entry-level résumés, moving-up résumés, transition résumés, and special purpose résumés. Exceptionally up-to-date in focus, it explains what today's employers want to see in a résumé—and what they shouldn't see—and how to use Internet resources for job searching and résumé" |
 | Building Professionals: Creating a Successful Portfolio Product# 460679362 Selling for $10.67 "This workbook helps students take what has been learned in the classroom and apply it to the world of work through careful analysis of course-related projects, papers, and experiences. Material is organized into eight units, including Personal Achievement, Academic Report, Leadership, Resume and References, Work-Related Materials, and Internships. Softcover." |
 | Legal Terminology and Transcription Product# 460679597 Selling for $78.8 "Wallis strikes the perfect balance of terminology and documentation, conveying the concepts of legal terminology while exposing readers to the most frequently used legal documents. The goal of the book is not only to familiarize readers with the linguistics of the legal environment, but to make readers comfortable and confident in using them. The book covers the concepts of legal terminology from all angles, including definition, spelling, pronunciation, punctuation, capitalization and usage." |
 | The Best Seat in Second Grade Product# 460680879 Selling for $17.89 "Sam's favorite thing about second grade is the class pet, a hamster named George Washington, so when the class goes on a field trip to a science museum, Sam cannot resist bringing George along." |
 | On the First Day of Grade School Product# 460681271 Selling for $16.89 "In this zany twist to the classic Christmas song, 'The Twelve Days of Christmas', a group of thoughtful students decide to give their teacher a gift she wouldn't forget and so wrap up an array of living animals, including lizards and pigs, to present to her on their very first day of grade school." |
 | The Berenstain Bears Go Back to School Product# 460681349 Selling for $16.89 "On the first day of the new school year, the Berenstain cubs are reminded that 'though school is a challenge, it can also be fun.'" |
 | Tucker's Four-Carrot School Day Product# 460681450 Selling for $13.89 "The start of Tucker the rabbit's first day of kindergarten is rocky, but making new friends helps change his attitude toward school." |
 | Bunny School Product# 460681561 Selling for $15.99 "Young rabbits spend a fun day at school, from saying hello to friends to packing up for tomorrow." |
 | The Heinie Prize Product# 460681974 Selling for $14.89 "When fourth-grader Bernie schemes to have his servile friend Belzer win the Most Outstanding Student award, his success yields unexpected consequences." |
 | No More Pencils, No More Books, No More Teacher's Dirty Looks! Product# 460681979 Selling for $16.89 "Gilbert and his first-grade classmates are nervous about their performance on the last day of school, curious about the awards they will receive, sad to be leaving their teacher, and excited about summer vacation." |
 | Miss Lazar Is Bizarre! Product# 460682013 Selling for $3.99 "A.J. and his friends find out what amazing things Miss Lazar, the Super Custodian at their school, can do." |
 | The Gift of Therapy: An Open Letter to a New Generation of Therapists and Their Patients Product# 460682295 Selling for $13.95 "Anyone interested in psychotherapy or personal growth will rejoice at the publication of 'The Gift of Therapy, a masterwork from one of today's most accomplished psychological thinkers. From his thirty-five years as a practicing psychiatrist and as an award-winning author, Irvin D. Yalom imparts his unique wisdom in 'The Gift of Therapy. This remarkable guidebook for successful therapy is, as Yalom remarks, 'an idiosyncratic melange of ideas and techniques that I have found useful in my work. These ideas are so personal, opinionated, and occasionally original that the reader is unlikely to encounter them elsewhere. I selected the eighty-five categories in this volume randomly guided by my passion for the task rather than any particular order or system.' At once startlingly profound and irresistibly practical, Yalom's insights will help enrich the therapeutic process for a new generation of patients and counselors." |
 | Cheech the School Bus Driver Product# 460682520 Selling for $17.89 "When the students who ride Cheech's schoolbus enter the Battle of the Bands, they are willing to try almost anything to prove that mariachi can beat rock-and-roll." |
 | My Life As a Fifth-Grade Comedian Product# 460682716 Selling for $5.99 "Bobby's constant clowning has the principal threatening to send him to the School for Intervention -- just one step away from reform school. Luckily, Bobby's teacher gives him one last chance: to organize a schoolwide laugh-off and get teachers and students to compete. Bobby knows he's got to make the contest a success. Will he be able to prove to everybody that he's finally got his act together?" |
 | The E-Learning Fieldbook Product# 460683426 Selling for $39.95 "'The E-Learning Fieldbook teaches the expensive lessons learned by leading companies as they have implemented E-learning. Based on 25 case studies of best practices in e-Learning implementation from: Home Depot, Deloitte, JP Morgan, McDonald's, Unilever, Wachovia, BMW, INSEAD, and more, this indispensable guide helps readers: Use E-learning to support their organization's business goals Avoid costly delays and pitfalls in E-learning initiatives Distinguish the reality from the hype in E-learning implementation Learn techniques and approaches that work--and avoid those that don't" |
| Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport with Powerweb: Health and Human Performance Product# 460683763 Selling for $108.44 "Offering the most comprehensive coverage available, this new edition features a lifespan, cross-disciplinary approach valuable for both teaching and non-teaching professionals. Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation, and Sport emphasizes attitude change, inclusion, and psychosocial perspectives for understanding individual differences." |
| Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sport Product# 460683783 Selling for $89.5 "Authored by one of the leading experts in the field, this comprehensive text introduces students to the history and trends in physical education and the human movement sciences. The text includes a discussion of careers and professional issues in all areas of physical education and kinesiology as well as an introduction to the major subfields including exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, control, and development, sport sociology, sport and exercise psychology, sport pedagogy, sport humanities, and related areas in athletic training, sport management, and allied health." |
 | Annual Editions: Multicultural Education 04/05 Product# 460683833 Selling for $23.76 "This eleventh volume of articles have been selected from the best of the public press. The readings offer samples from the most recent journal literature. The articles include topics on teacher education in multicultural perspective; the social contexts of multicultural education and curriculum and instruction in multicultural perspective. Visit our student web site, www.dushkin.com/online for additional support of Annual Editions titles." |
 | Annual Editions: Educating Exceptional Children 04/05 Product# 460683834 Selling for $23.76 "This updated, thirty-third edition gives you articles from the best of the public press, discussing inclusive education--children with learning disabilities, mental retardation, behavioral disorders and autism, communication disorders, hearing impairments, visual impairments, physical and health impairments, special gifts and talents; it also addresses early childhood exceptionality and the transition to adulthood.Additional support for this title can be found at http: //www.dushkin.online." |
 | Handbook of Psychoeducational Assessment Product# 460684116 Selling for $99.95 "Univ. of Calgary, Canada. For psychological and educational professionals using norm-based tests for the achievement, ability, and behavioral assessment of children. Covers the newest and most common assessment instruments, the newest developments in instrumentation, and empirical findings on the performance of tested populations." |
 | Promoting Academic Competence and Literacy in School Product# 460684369 Selling for $148 "Focusing primarily on reading and writing, this book presents summaries of state-of-the-art theory and research dealing with academic competence in school. The editors thoroughly utilize both information-processing and social-collaborative models as interventions. An enlightening final section discusses how this research could better prepare educators to teach reading and writing. Examines the role of NP-movement vs. lexical rules in accounting for alternations in grammatical functions. Key Features * Presents the role of the lexicon in syntactic theory * Offers debates between major practioners in the field * Includes the nature of argument and structure * Examines the relation of argument nature to constituent structure and binding theory" |
| How to Think Like a Psychologist: Critical Thinking in Psychology Product# 460684505 Selling for $23.8 "Featuring an informal writing style throughout, this unique book uses a question-and-answer format to explore some of the most common questions students ask about psychology -- which are often stumbling blocks in their introduction to the discipline. Topics are keyed to chapters of typical introductory psychology texts, focus on issues that are personally relevant to students, feature many everyday examples, and include exercises that encourage students to think critically and to relate the material to their own lives." |
| Building Professionals: Creating a Successful Portfolio Product# 460684824 Selling for $10.67 "This workbook helps students take what has been learned in the classroom and apply it to the world of work through careful analysis of course-related projects, papers, and experiences. Material is organized into eight units, including Personal Achievement, Academic Report, Leadership, Resume and References, Work-Related Materials, and Internships. Softcover." |
 | Managerial Communication Strategies Product# 460684932 Selling for $93.33 "Views writing and presentation skills as necessary prerequisites in managerial communications, and provides a forum to discuss realistic situations and explore creative solutions in effective business presentations. Softcover." |
 | Student Teacher to Master Teacher: A Practical Guide for Educating Students with Special Needs Product# 460685707 Selling for $77.33 "A guide for special education teachers covers such topics as the legal aspects of special education, grouping students, planning and delivering instruction, and classroom management." |
| Legal Terminology and Transcription Product# 460685976 Selling for $78.8 "Wallis strikes the perfect balance of terminology and documentation, conveying the concepts of legal terminology while exposing readers to the most frequently used legal documents. The goal of the book is not only to familiarize readers with the linguistics of the legal environment, but to make readers comfortable and confident in using them. The book covers the concepts of legal terminology from all angles, including definition, spelling, pronunciation, punctuation, capitalization and usage." |
 | Amanda Pig, Schoolgirl Product# 460686800 Selling for $3.99 "The first day of school for Amanda Pig finally arrives, and she is more than ready to play and learn and have fun! 'The author's many followers will applaud this addition to the tales of Oliver and Amanda.'--'School Library Journal.' Full color." |
 | How to Be Cool in the Third Grade Product# 460686813 Selling for $4.99 "It's not easy to seem cool when the whole class knows you wear superhero underwear and your mom still kisses you goodbye at the bus stop. But Robbie York has a plan, in this delightful chapter book that's 'well tuned-in to third-grade cool' ('Kirkus Reviews')." |
 | Tripping Over the Lunch Lady Product# 460686971 Selling for $5.99 "A collection of ten stories, from such contributors as Avi, Angela Johnson, Sarah Weeks, and David Rice, recreates the horrors and hilarity of middle school, from missing the bus to opting for square dancing over an evil trampoline in gym class. Reprint." |
 | Celebrate Sunday Readings: Cycle B Product# 460687720 Selling for $24.95 "This large-format book contains a lectionary-based service for each week of the year with additional services for major feasts and seasons of the Church year. There are more than fifty creative, engaging 20-30 minute prayer services for children in grades kindergarten through six. The services can be adapted for children's Liturgy of the Word, special events, classroom use, times of reflection and days of retreat. DREs, teachers, liturgy planners, musicians, pastors and deacons will all want to use this book." |
 | Teaching Students With Moderate to Severe Disabilities: An Applied Approach for Inclusive Environments Product# 460765582 Selling for $74.67 "This book educates teachers on how to incorporate applied curriculum strategies into their classrooms so ALL students can participate. A unique aspect is its ability to balance inclusive practice with practical, functional instruction and materials. It provides many actual examples of teaching skills in an applied setting. These scenarios, combined with mini case studies, games, and learning activities offer a keen understanding of how to work with those who have moderate to severe disabilities. A three-part organization covers foundations of curriculum, implementation of the curriculum, and instructional environments. For future preschool, elementary, and secondary level teachers of students with moderate to severe disabilities." |
 | The Career Toolkit for High School Students: Making the Transition from School to Work Product# 460765626 Selling for $40 "Personal Knowledge— Strategies for Success in School, Career, and Life Develop and Maintain Positive Self-Image Establish Beneficial Time and Money Management Habits Learn How to Set Goals and Priorities Skills and Abilities— How to Develop Your Marketability Develop Effective Communication Skills—How Reading and Writing Abilities Translate into Career Skills Improve Memory and Listening Skills Discover How Knowledge Developed in High School Applies to the Workplace Launching Your Career— Resources, Opportunities, and Career Growth Find the Right Career Establish Positive Work Habits Succeed! This Edition Features: Personal Application Activities" |
 | The Office Guide Product# 460765635 Selling for $21.2 "This concise yet comprehensive reference handbook provides a visual overview of major grammar and punctuation rules, correct word usage, filing rules, mailing information, time zones, and document formats including resumes. It serves as an excellent source of information for anyone entering the workforce and in need of creating accurate and correctly formatted written communications. Other chapter topics cover confusing words, foreign words, abbreviations, spelling of common USA and international cities, proofreading marks, capitalization, and number usage. For office professionals--secretaries, administrative assistants, machine transcription operators, and clerical/support staff." |
 | Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth Product# 460765791 Selling for $16 A first grader is frightened on her first day of school after hearing a rumor that her teacher is a 300-year-old alien with a purple tongue who steals baby teeth from her students. |
 | After Product# 460766070 Selling for $17.89 "The shootings in Pleasant Valley were fifty miles away, but at Central High a grief and crisis counselor is hired, security is increased, and privileges are being taken away. 'No one knows why.' If you break the new rules the punishment is severe. And the rules keep changing every day. 'School feels like a prison.' It's for their protection, yet fifteen-year-old Tom Bishop and his friends learn that things are far more sinister than they seem. Students and teachers begin disappearing. 'There's no way to stop it.' Nationally best-selling and acclaimed author Francine Prose has written a haunting novel about what happens when protection goes too far and what it means to have freedom extinguished -- in the name of safety." |
 | Running Loose Product# 460766086 Selling for $7.99 "Louie Banks has it made. He's got a starting spot on the football team, good friends, and a smart, beautiful girlfriend who loves him as much as he loves her. Early in the fall, he sees all his ideas of fair play go up in smoke; by spring, what he cares about most has been destroyed. How can Louie keep going when he's lost everything?" |
 | Career Day Product# 460766120 Selling for $16.99 "Jessica's mother is a veterinarian. Pablo's father is a construction worker. Michiko's mother writes books. What kinds of work do people 'you' know do? On Career Day the children in Mrs. Madoff's class take turns introducing special visitors. Every visitor has something interesting to share, and together the class learns all about the different work people do. In the fourth Mrs. Madoff book, Anne and Lizzy Rockwell revisit Mrs. Madoff's class as they help young readers explore the question, 'What do 'you' want to be when you grow up?'" |
 | Brand-New Pencils, Brand-New Books Product# 460766276 Selling for $16.89 "Gilbert's excitement over starting first grade turns to worry that the teacher will be mean, the work too hard, and his classmates too unfriendly, but throughout the day there are pleasant surprises." |
 | Mr. Docker Is Off His Rocker! Product# 460766347 Selling for $15.89 "Mr. Docker, a new science teacher, is a crazy inventor who blows things up, uses potatoes for power, and has A.J. and his friends wondering whether science is for nerds or is the coolest subject ever." |
 | Mrs. Patty is Batty! Product# 460766375 Selling for $3.99 "Even though people say Mrs. Patty, the school secretary, is a witch and her husband is a ghost, A.J. decides to take the risk and trick or treat at their house because they are known to give out the best Halloween candy in town." |
 | Mr. Macky Is Wacky! Product# 460766499 Selling for $3.99 "A.J. and his friends learn that Mr. Macky, their reading specialist, lives in a log cabin and thinks he is Abraham Lincoln." |
 | Intelligence Product# 460766967 Selling for $124 "This is the Second Edition of Nathan Brody's popular book Intelligence, originally published in 1976. It presents a comprehensive review of contemporary research in this field, including coverage of such controversial topics as the genetic and environmental influences on IQ and individual and group differences in intelligence. The book also discusses both the psychometric and cognitive approaches to intelligence as well as new theories in the field. Key Features * Discusses both the psychometric and cognitive approaches to intelligence * Provides a comprehensive review of contemporary research in this realm * Covers new theories of intelligence" |
| Teaching Students With Moderate to Severe Disabilities: An Applied Approach for Inclusive Environments Product# 460767074 Selling for $74.67 "This book educates teachers on how to incorporate applied curriculum strategies into their classrooms so ALL students can participate. A unique aspect is its ability to balance inclusive practice with practical, functional instruction and materials. It provides many actual examples of teaching skills in an applied setting. These scenarios, combined with mini case studies, games, and learning activities offer a keen understanding of how to work with those who have moderate to severe disabilities. A three-part organization covers foundations of curriculum, implementation of the curriculum, and instructional environments. For future preschool, elementary, and secondary level teachers of students with moderate to severe disabilities." |
| The Career Toolkit for High School Students: Making the Transition from School to Work Product# 460767338 Selling for $40 "Personal Knowledge— Strategies for Success in School, Career, and Life Develop and Maintain Positive Self-Image Establish Beneficial Time and Money Management Habits Learn How to Set Goals and Priorities Skills and Abilities— How to Develop Your Marketability Develop Effective Communication Skills—How Reading and Writing Abilities Translate into Career Skills Improve Memory and Listening Skills Discover How Knowledge Developed in High School Applies to the Workplace Launching Your Career— Resources, Opportunities, and Career Growth Find the Right Career Establish Positive Work Habits Succeed! This Edition Features: Personal Application Activities" |
| The Office Guide Product# 460767347 Selling for $21.2 "This concise yet comprehensive reference handbook provides a visual overview of major grammar and punctuation rules, correct word usage, filing rules, mailing information, time zones, and document formats including resumes. It serves as an excellent source of information for anyone entering the workforce and in need of creating accurate and correctly formatted written communications. Other chapter topics cover confusing words, foreign words, abbreviations, spelling of common USA and international cities, proofreading marks, capitalization, and number usage. For office professionals--secretaries, administrative assistants, machine transcription operators, and clerical/support staff." |
 | Pathways to Successful Transition for Youth with Disabilities Product# 460767534 Selling for $72 "Bringing together the expertise of two of the most experienced scholars in transition personnel preparation, this up-to-date book offers a balanced presentation of theory, research, and practice in regard to career guidance and transition for youth with disabilities. Its contemporary focus on such issues as inclusive education, cultural and linguistic diversity, and self-determination and advocacy creates a text with broad-based appeal; while its thorough scholarship supports content with a solid foundation in theory and research. The book is divided into three sections, which can be used together or independently. This book emphasizes a wide variety of transition pathways; and offers numerous practical suggestions for how to draft IEP transition language related to this model. It covers research-based best practices and ensures readers come away with the most current information and the broadest possible definition of transition. For professionals in the fields of guidance and counseling for youths with disabilities." |
 | Cognitive Psychology and Instruction Product# 460767538 Selling for $59 "Rooted in a solid base of current cognitive psychology and motivational research and carefully examines how they apply to teaching and learning.> This edition reflects new developments in the field using a four-part structure which: 1) covers the basic principles of cognitive psychology, 2) examines school-based applications of a cognitive approach, 3) reflects the emphasis on the importance of beliefs in cognition, and 4) describes new approaches to problem solving, critical thinking, and reflective thought." |
| Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth Product# 460767774 Selling for $16 A first grader is frightened on her first day of school after hearing a rumor that her teacher is a 300-year-old alien with a purple tongue who steals baby teeth from her students. |
 | Quick Work: Short Course in Business English Pre-Intermediate Product# 460768015 Selling for $15.95 "'Quick Work is a short course in Business English that focuses on practical need. Speaking and listening skills are developed through a task-based approach. Grammar and language work are integrated into each section. Students will relate the tasks to their own work situation, and draw on their own professional experience and expertise to communicate more effectively. The 'Teacher's Book provides ideas for alternative tasks and photocopiable materials. The 'Workbook offers exercises for reinforcement, a Grammar Reference Guide and an Answer Key. The 'Cassette presents all of the listening activities with a full tapescript included in the 'Student Book." |