Since 1976, Dan Carpenter’s writing has appeared in the pages of the Indianapolis Star as a police reporter, book critic, and renowned op-ed columnist. In writing for the state’s largest newspaper, Carpenter has covered the life and times of some notable Hoosiers, as well as serving as a voice for the disadvantaged, sometimes exasperating the Star’s readership in central Indiana as the newspaper’s “house liberal.” Indiana Out Loud is a collection of the best of Carpenter’s work since 1993 and includes timely and engaging examinations of the lives of such intriguing people as wrestling announcer Sam Menacker, survivor of the James Jones People’s Temple massacre Catherine Hyacinth Thrash, Indianapolis African American leader Charles “Snookie” Hendricks, Atlas Grocery impresario Sid Maurer, and coaches James “Doc” Counsilman and Ray Crowe. The book also includes a healthy dose of literary figures, politicians, historians, knaves, crooks, and fools.
Hard Pieces represents the best of more than a decade's work by a popular and controversial writer for the Indianapolis Star. Dan Carpenter's columns knew no limits to their topics, their approaches, or their point of view. He is interested in out-of-the-way places, city life, interesting individuals from the famous to the ordinary, in the angularity and meaning of events, in the dust and scent of his native state. His writing on sports, especially baseball, is as good as anything that has ever been produced. Taken together, his vignettes and essays offer a fascinating interpretation of Indiana.
The stereotype is of the artist giving up love for art; is the opposite also true? Dan Carpenter's THE ART HE'D SELL FOR LOVE explores this provocative question, making art-lovingly-in the process.
Into territory where expression is like chaos theory, where oddly symmetrical order manifests out of the seemingly anarchic swirl of images and events, the author ventures with the mind-set of a naturalist. What emerges is an objective landscape that embodies the Other and that represents a conscious state in which the barriers between self and not-self dissolve.
Throughout his career as a statesman, Jimmy Carter has been guided by his Christian beliefs. The Carpenter's Apprentice explores his spiritual development, offering an intimate insight into the role his faith has played in both public service and private life." "Through interviews with friends and family, The Carpenter's Apprentice explores the roots of Carter's faith and the way he lives out a genuine and down-to-earth Christianity today, including his childhood and family background, the presidential years, the historic 1979 Camp David Accords, his Sunday school teaching experiences, his marital partnership with Rosalynn, his work with Habitat for Humanity, the founding and philosophy of the Carter Center, his work as an international peacemaker, and the behind-the-scenes successes of his trip to North Korea." "The Carpenter's Apprentice includes exclusive quotes, personal interviews, and never-before-published anecdotes, as well as a special section on what to see and do if you plan to visit Plains, Georgia. It also describes the unique ministry of Jimmy Carter's local church: how visitors from around the world are welcome and what it's like to hear the former President teach in Sunday school."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
BEWARE—THIS BOOK MIGHT MAKE YOU SMARTER THAN YOUR PARENTS! Navigate the wilderness of middle school Math with this hands-on, comprehensive study guide for 6th-8th graders! This highly illustrated, handy field guide makes learning an adventure inside and outside of the classroom. Study with helpful illustrations, detailed tables, diagrams, and graphs, essential vocabulary lists, and expert knowledge presented in a fun, bold, and easy-to-understand format. Explore and master topics like: Fractions and Decimals Ratio and Proportions Positive and Negative Integers The Pythagorean Theorem Solving Equations and Inequalities Linear Relationships Graphing Systems Functions Statistics and Probability Area and Volume and more! The How to Survive Middle School study guides cover essential middle school subjects with interactive texts, useful study techniques, and engaging illustrations that make information stick! The included reflective questions and write-in sections foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, helping readers become independent learners. Each book is vetted by curriculum experts to perfectly complement middle school lesson plans. Other available subjects: World History, English, Science, and U.S. History.
STUMPED BY SCIENCE? Make learning easy with this do-it-yourself study guide that includes everything kids need to know to tackle middle school science! Learning is an adventure both inside and outside of the classroom with the How to Survive Middle School study guide series! These colorful, highly visual books cover all the essential info kids need to ace important middle school classes. Large topics are broken down into easy-to-digest chunks, and reflective questions help kids check understanding and become critical thinkers. Written by middle school teachers and vetted by curriculum experts, this series is the perfect school supplement or homeschool resource—and a great way to help create independent learners. HTSMS: Science includes key facts and super-helpful illustrations, diagrams, and vocab that explore topics including: The Scientific Method The Solar System Fossil Fuels and Climate Change The Periodic Table Chemical Bonds Ecosystems and Cells Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration Laws of Motion and more! Books also available for: World History, English, Math, and U.S. History.
BEWARE—THIS BOOK MIGHT MAKE YOU SMARTER THAN YOUR PARENTS! Navigate the wilderness of middle school U.S. History with this hands-on, comprehensive study guide for 6th-8th graders! This highly illustrated, handy field guide makes learning an adventure inside and outside of the classroom. Study with helpful illustrations, detailed tables, diagrams, and maps, essential vocabulary lists, and expert knowledge presented in a fun, bold, and easy-to-understand format. Explore and master topics like: Native American Peoples European Colonies Declaration of Independence Civil War Industrial Revolution World Wars I & II The Great Depression The Cold War Civil Rights The Vietnam War The War on Terror and more! The How to Survive Middle School study guides cover essential middle school subjects with interactive texts, useful study techniques, and engaging illustrations that make information stick! The included reflective questions and write-in sections foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, helping readers become independent learners. Each book is vetted by curriculum experts to perfectly complement middle school lesson plans. Other available subjects: World History, English, Math, and Science.
In interwoven stories from 1920 and 1984, the lesson that life can become what you choose to believe is imparted to children in a hospital over Christmas by Grandfather Ian, a doctor who, along with his sister Prita was part of a toymaking group of orphans in Norway who called themselves Santa's Elves and were taught by a kindly carpenter named Mr. Kloss.
ANXIOUS ABOUT ENGLISH? Make learning easy with this do-it-yourself study guide that includes everything kids need to know to tackle middle school English! Learning is an adventure both inside and outside of the classroom with the How to Survive Middle School study guide series! These colorful, highly visual books cover all the essential info kids need to ace important middle school classes. Large topics are broken down into easy-to-digest chunks, and reflective questions help kids check understanding and become critical thinkers. Written by middle school teachers and vetted by curriculum experts, this series is the perfect school supplement or homeschool resource—and a great way to help create independent learners. HTSMS: English includes key facts and super-helpful illustrations, annotated excerpts, writing prompts, and vocab that explore topics including: Grammar and Roots of Language Metaphors, Symbols, & other Literary Devices Types of Fiction and Nonfiction Textual Analysis Sources and Evidence Tone and Voice Narrative Themes and more! Books also available for: World History, Math, Science, and U.S. History.
America wouldn't be the amazing country it is today without the help of great Americans who followed their dreams and paved the way for the future. Learn about the individuals who played a role in shaping our country in this exciting title filled with facts, descriptions, and photos that depict the famous Americans we know and love.
Kids are sure to say "Wow! That's awesome!" while reading these fun, informative fact books about some of the America's most intriguing athletes, inventors and artists. Parents and educators will love how engaged students are in these books, while kids will be too involved in the amazing facts and photographs to realize they are learning! With a cover designed to grab a child's attention, and an immediately engaging interior filled with varying text lengths and density, diverse illustrations, dynamic layouts and the most current information laid out in a captivating format, young readers will come back to this book again and again, building their knowledge of American History with this engaging and entertaining book.
“The perfect guide for anyone working with his hands.”—Log Homes Illustrated. A renowned rustic furniture-maker captures the experience of a hands-on workshop and the simplicity of a popular craft. Comprehensive how-to photos, instructions, and many inspiring examples encourage anyone who can hammer a nail to create attractive and practical rustic furniture.
From fighting for our freedom to being at the forefront of exploration and innovation, America has a long and impressive history of success and constant growth. Discover the path Americans took from the very beginning to some of the more recent accomplishments in this exciting title filled with facts, descriptions, and photos that depict America's incredible history.
Amazing America features a chronological account of American history from its discovery to the present day. In addition to focusing on major events in the building of our country, this book is also filled with interesting tidbits and little-known historical accounts that bring history to life.
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