Schools & Teaching

Student Packet by Novel Units - 20 - 000 Leagues Under the Sea
Student Packet by Novel Units - 20 - 000 Leagues Under the Sea

Review:Again, another title most people who have seen the movie instead of reading the novel first. I must admit the Disney version is a classic in and of itself but the book is so much better as is the case with most books made into movies. It is great read and should be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Read more

How to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Build Trust - and Self-Esteem
How to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Build Trust - and Self-Esteem

Review:I definitely appreciate the fact that an author finally recognized the issue of having a borderline parent. However, you can tell the author is simply a good author...that's it. She has no personal experience to speak from nor is she a therapist of any sort...at least this is the impression I get. Reducing signs/symptoms, outcomes, probable causes and such in bullet points kinda reduces it to a cold or flu. I found other books to be more helpful HOWEVER this would be a great book if you're j... Read more

How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around Them
How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around Them

Review:careful where you read it, an emotional trip on each diary entry. Inspirational if the worlds teachers were all half as good. If we were all half as good as we could be toward each other... a must read for all schools, but how many will be brave enough to highlight their short comings.. and ours.. Read more

The Freedom Writers Diary Teacher's Guide
The Freedom Writers Diary Teacher's Guide

Review:careful where you read it, an emotional trip on each diary entry. Inspirational if the worlds teachers were all half as good. If we were all half as good as we could be toward each other... a must read for all schools, but how many will be brave enough to highlight their short comings.. and ours.. Read more

Criminal Justice in Action: The Core
Criminal Justice in Action: The Core

Review:The book did arrive on time and in good condition. HOWEVER, it is not the book pictured! I am lucky my professor is allowing the book that was shipped to me to be used. It is a blue one and a totally different edition that the one in the picture, the one I thought I was buying. I would not buy from this seller again. Read more

Principles of Economics, 7th Edition
Principles of Economics, 7th Edition

Review:I was impressed how the author explained the policies and interactions to the society which are not complicated for beginners to understand. There so much still to learn from this book.I'm still at early chapters of the book and I truly enjoy what I'm learning so far. The author keeps me engage and focus on most topics which he emphasizes through series of examples in the chapter. I'm looking forward to the author other books such as Micro and Macro economics. Great readings. Read more

Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics

Review:This is a great introductory to microeconomics textbook. It is a very easy read and makes the principles very simple to understand and apply. The end of chapter review and exercises are extremely helpful in fostering an understanding of the material. Read more

In Defense of a Liberal Education
In Defense of a Liberal Education

Review:A much needed look at the value of generalized education vs. STEM subjects. Fared makes a strong case for the general education to meet the changing needs of societies and individuals as time goes forward. STEM education is a great choice for students who are interested in these subjects, and certainly provides more immediately marketable skills, if that is the goal. These are vital in our technical world. However, many individuals are not interested in a technical subject, A broad education p... Read more

The Essential Guide To Turning Your Ph.D. Into a Job
The Essential Guide To Turning Your Ph.D. Into a Job

Review:The advice in this book is priceless. It really makes a big difference on the job market. I personally did my job documents with Karen and her help was amazing. However, the only reason I give this book 4 stars is because almost all of what it contains is already on the blog, sometimes word for word. As someone who read the blog so many times, I found that a little disappointing as I was hoping for a little more. I am still happy that I have it in a book and do not need browse around the bl... Read more

The Read-Aloud Handbook: Seventh Edition
The Read-Aloud Handbook: Seventh Edition

Review:This update makes us aware of new issues that affect reading--"no child left behind", Kindles, computers, iPads, iPhones, etc. and how to maximize a child's pleasure (and yours) in reading aloud. The updated handbook in the second half of the book is a listing of proven good reads organized by age and kind. It is a valuable resource for fun and success in reading to children and watching them learn to read without being taught. Read more

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