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This book is an indispensable guide on how to get into and survive a pre-registration nursing course. With an immensely readable style this book inspires and encourages students to complete their course and become a nurse.Case studies and quotes from students and nurses show readers that their thoughts...

The Survival Handbook takes you through all the things you need to know about surviving disasters and staying alive in the wild, such as where to find water in the desert; how to build shelters from locally-available materials that will keep out the wind and rain but will also be ventilated; what plants...

Do you relish life in the great outdoors, do you love to walk and camp?  There is something magical about spending time with nature but do you have the skills to handle it if something goes wrong? What about another emergency – could you cope if you got separated from your group or if your...

This convenient Handbook will be invaluable when starting out on your pre-registration nursing course. Covering a broad range of topics, from helping you to understand what tutors and mentors expect from you, how to plan your work, and coping with stress, it will support you across all aspects of...

SAS & Elite Forces Guide to Using Ropes and Knots draws on the skills of the world's best soldiers to teach you how to use these essential tools in the wilderness. Tried and tested techniques used by the world's special forces give you field-tested advice on issues such as: how...

Lecturers, request your electronic inspection copy here 'Written in an authoritative and accessible style, this is a must-read for anyone planning, researching and writing a doctoral thesis or dissertation. I will certainly be recommending this book to my research students.' - Professor Goeffrey...

**Lecturers, request your electronic inspection copy here Writing for Academic Success** is a vital practical guide for any ambitious student. If you seek to manage your writing effectively, reduce stress, and improve your confidence and efficiency, this book is for you. The authors show you...

Expert advice on staying safe in the outdoors from one of America’s best-known survival writers The best way to survive an extreme situation in the wilderness is to avoid it in the first place, says Rich Johnson in this refreshing new guide to outdoor survival skills. Avoiding both the rigid...

Storm approaching? Need a fire? Out of water? Lost? Whatever situation you find yourself in, Len McDougall has probably been there himself and can get you out of trouble. He reveals his way of living and teaches readers how to have the same confidence in any scenario. In this comprehensive, fully-illustrated...

REA’s PRAXIS II English Subject Assessments (0041, 0042, 0043, 0049) Test Prep Gets You Certified and in the Classroom!　 This second edition of our PRAXIS II English Subject Assessments test prep helps teacher candidates master the information and excel on any of the four English Language, Literature,...

“An appealing coffee table book.” —The Wall Street Journal From Dave Canterbury—wilderness expert, New York Times bestselling author, and YouTube sensation—comes a fully illustrated guide to everything you need to know to hone your bushcraft, or wilderness survival skills, from types...

Pumpkins, Spiders, and Bat’s Oh My! in the classroom.(K-12) These favorites of Halloween will scare up some fun while learning math, crafts, art, writing, research skills, listening skills and reading. Also find tips on how to keep those little ghosts and goblins safe on Halloween Night. Lesson...

The Simple Basics Knowing some simple basics can make the difference between life or death in an emergency survival situation, Gary Benton's SIMPLE SURVIVAL can teach you the simple skills that could save you or a loved one. If you are going into the outdoors, be it hunting, hiking, boating,...

The Orvis Guide to Beginning Wingshooting is required reading for anyone interested in picking up the sport or improving their shooting skills. Experienced shooter and teacher Tom Deck shares his tips, as well as insider tricks from the most successful wingshooters. The Orvis Company began...