Heather: 3162 books
CraftFail
When Homemade Goes Terribly Wrong
Language: English
Release Date: October 21, 2014
Poor Bridgit, who overestimated the size of her head—her homemade frilly lace shower cap came straight down to her chin. And who can blame Lindsey for thinking “glitter shoes” sounded like a cool, easy project instead of what it turned out to be: a puddle of sparkling glop. And really, whoever...
by Heather Hedden
Language: English
Release Date: July 7, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: July 7, 2011
The Accidental Taxonomist is the most comprehensive guide available to the art and science of building information taxonomies. Heather Heddenone of todays leading writers instructors and consultants on indexing and taxonomy topicswalks readers through the process displaying her trademark ability to present...
Holiday Marketing
Day-by-Day Book Marketing, #3
Language: English
Release Date: November 9, 2018
Christmas is right around the corner and, as authors, that usually means that we see an increase in royalties. Books and eReaders make great Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers – and that's good news for us! While there is a natural spike in book sales during this time of year, there are a few...
by Heather Welford
Language: English
Release Date: November 24, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: November 24, 2016
A sensitive and practical look at all types of postnatal depression and what you can do about it. There can be many reasons why more than one in ten new mothers experience post natal depression:• a social and emotional response to becoming a new mother• a lack of progesterone after birth• depressive...
by Heather R. Huhman
Language: English
Release Date: June 9, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: June 9, 2011
These days, going to college and getting that coveted degree may not be enough to land you your dream career. In reality, the job market is so saturated with competition that internships are the latest rung on the ladder leading to the entry-level job. But, have the stereotypes of interns going on coffee...
The New Americans?
Immigration, Protest, and the Politics of Latino Identity
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2017
In 2006, millions of Latinos mobilized in opposition to H.R. 4437, an immigration proposal pending before the US Congress. In her new book, Heather Silber Mohamed suggests that these unprecedented protests marked a turning point for the Latino population—a point that is even more salient ten years...
The American Dream and the Power of Wealth
Choosing Schools and Inheriting Inequality in the Land of Opportunity
Language: English
Release Date: November 20, 2014
Despite the overwhelming evidence against them, many people still believe they can overcome the economic and racial constraints placed upon them at birth. In the first edition, Heather Beth Johnson explored this belief in the American Dream with over 200 in-depth interviews with black and white families,...
by Heather Savigny
Language: English
Release Date: April 29, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: April 29, 2016
International relations as a discipline has largely ignored the role of religion in shaping international events. The growth of Islamist militancy, the increasing influence of the Christian Right on US foreign policy and George Bush's war on terror changed this for good. Now more than ever we need...
Social Work Research in Practice
Ethical and Political Contexts
Language: English
Release Date: October 10, 2013
This new edition of Social Work Research in Practice: Ethical and Political Contexts explores the intrinsic connection between knowledge, research and practice in social work. The authors argue that through a better appreciation of research, the highest standards of social work can be achieved.
The...
by Heather Mar-Gerrison
Language: English
Release Date: November 21, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: November 21, 2012
“Rachel,” Mr Wardle said brightly. “This is Evan, Evan Jones – he’s a sixth former here at Franklin Adams Academy."
Yes, I know that, I thought, I’ve been crushing on him since I was eleven and since this outstanding Academy was only a crappy Technology College…
Evan Jones was everything...
Writing Behind Every Door
Teaching Common Core Writing in the Content Areas
Language: English
Release Date: April 24, 2014
For students to become college-ready writers, they must be exposed to writing throughout the school day, not just in English class. This practical book shows teachers in all subject areas how to meet the Common Core State Standards and make writing come alive in the classroom. Award-winning educator...
'Tween Crayons and Curfews
Tips for Middle School Teachers
Language: English
Release Date: October 2, 2013
Teach well. Be happy. In this book, Heather Wolpert-Gawron, author of the popular education blog "Tweenteacher" shares ideas for teaching an age group that too often presents a challenge for educators. With sparkling humor and a unique, fundamental understanding of the middle children of...
Argumentation
The Art of Civil Advocacy
Language: English
Release Date: July 13, 2017
Argumentation: The Art of Civil Advocacy teaches students the principles of argumentation as a practical way to engage in interpersonal and public deliberation. Authors Larry Underberg and Heather Norton offer a unique approach for creating civil discourse by encouraging students to consider how they...
Rethinking Environmental Justice in Sustainable Cities
Insights from Agent-Based Modeling
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2015
As the study of environmental policy and justice becomes increasingly significant in today’s global climate, standard statistical approaches to gathering data have become less helpful at generating new insights and possibilities. None of the conventional frameworks easily allow for the empirical...