This collection articulates crosswinds that result in the aerodynamics of how we maneuver through life, whether we land or keep flying to reach a point on the compass, and includes a finalist for the Adelaide Literary Award for Poetry 2019.
Examines the life and times of the influential African-American writer, from his early life as the son of a Mississippi sharecropper to his successful literary career, and his later life spent outside the United States.
Return to Promise, Texas, a ranching community deep in the Hill Country, in book 4 of this classic series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. They call her Dr. Texas. She’s Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California who’s working at the Promise clinic but just for a couple of years. Then she’ll head home. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he’s not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he’s trying to forget. Yes, there’s a mystery or two hidden beneath Promise’s everyday exterior, but what town doesn’t have its secrets? Originally published in 1998
My name is Debbie Richard. I have always enjoyed telling stories to my grandchildren, but this is my first published book. I hope you enjoy it. This book is about a bear who needs help and the children that are not quite sure how to help him .
This comprehensive, flexible text is used in both one- and two-semester courses to review introductory through intermediate statistics. Instructors select the topics that are most appropriate for their course. Its conceptual approach helps students more easily understand the concepts and interpret SPSS and research results. Key concepts are simply stated and occasionally reintroduced and related to one another for reinforcement. Numerous examples demonstrate their relevance. This edition features more explanation to increase understanding of the concepts. Only crucial equations are included. In addition to updating throughout, the new edition features: New co-author, Debbie L. Hahs-Vaughn, the 2007 recipient of the University of Central Florida's College of Education Excellence in Graduate Teaching Award. A new chapter on logistic regression models for today's more complex methodologies. More on computing confidence intervals and conducting power analyses using G*Power. Many more SPSS screenshots to assist with understanding how to navigate SPSS and annotated SPSS output to assist in the interpretation of results. Extended sections on how to write-up statistical results in APA format. New learning tools including chapter-opening vignettes, outlines, and a list of key concepts, many more examples, tables, and figures, boxes, and chapter summaries. More tables of assumptions and the effects of their violation including how to test them in SPSS. 33% new conceptual, computational, and all new interpretative problems. A website that features PowerPoint slides, answers to the even-numbered problems, and test items for instructors, and for students the chapter outlines, key concepts, and datasets that can be used in SPSS and other packages, and more. Each chapter begins with an outline, a list of key concepts, and a vignette related to those concepts. Realistic examples from education and the behavioral sciences illustrate those concepts. Each example examines the procedures and assumptions and provides instructions for how to run SPSS, including annotated output, and tips to develop an APA style write-up. Useful tables of assumptions and the effects of their violation are included, along with how to test assumptions in SPSS. 'Stop and Think' boxes provide helpful tips for better understanding the concepts. Each chapter includes computational, conceptual, and interpretive problems. The data sets used in the examples and problems are provided on the web. Answers to the odd-numbered problems are given in the book. The first five chapters review descriptive statistics including ways of representing data graphically, statistical measures, the normal distribution, and probability and sampling. The remainder of the text covers inferential statistics involving means, proportions, variances, and correlations, basic and advanced analysis of variance and regression models. Topics not dealt with in other texts such as robust methods, multiple comparison and nonparametric procedures, and advanced ANOVA and multiple and logistic regression models are also reviewed. Intended for one- or two-semester courses in statistics taught in education and/or the behavioral sciences at the graduate and/or advanced undergraduate level, knowledge of statistics is not a prerequisite. A rudimentary knowledge of algebra is required.
Though small in size, Hungary is as rich in its history and culture as it is in its distinctive, paprika-laden cuisine. Set off from the rest of Europe by its unique Magyar language and spirit, the country has always been something of an outlier. This book traces Hungary's development, from its early days as a haven for nomadic tribes to its years as a Soviet satellite state and beyond. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World® series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.
Deeply rooted in Appalachia, Hills of Home offers a rich literary patchwork of reflection, memoir, and humor. The story opens in the 1950s in the remote community of Munday in Wirt County, West Virginia. Though comprised of a mosaic of individual stories, the compilation reads like a novel, and is characterized uniquely with the author's personal diary entries and a sailor's letters home. Hills of Home is filled with light-hearted adventures, coming-of-age romances, pie socials, county fairs, older brother pranks, frog gigging, chicken canning, persimmon picking, porch sitting, and reunion going. Harsh winter survivals, personal family struggles, and humorous folklore, which have been handed down through generations, also grace the pages. In Hills of Home, readers will discover that mountaineers have pride in their heritage as well as the natural resources of their state. They will discover people who are fiercely independent, hardworking, have a love for family, and a keen sense of loyalty to neighbors. Most of all, readers will find gracious friends, families, and neighbors who help one another in times of need, a quality which has proved sufficient to preserve their way of life in the hills. Praise for Hills of Home "I think the book is a valuable detailed and most honest documentation of a part of Appalachia that has not been celebrated so well until now." --Earl Hamner, Jr., bestselling author of Spencer's Mountain and creator of the beloved The Waltons television series
Have fun with electricity, magnetism and light; learn about machines and technology with hands-on activities and experiments. This fascinating series for grades 3 through 8 covers studies in motion, energy and technology.
Reveal to your child how God specially designed the plants around us. See Gods hand as you study seeds, leaves and flowers. This book will help you and your child explore meat-eating plants, fungi, algae, and more. Your family will truly appreciate the intricacy of the world of plants when you complete these lessons. 35 lessons. Full-color.
Help your children see God's plan for our planet, our solar system and our universe with this complete earth and space science curriculum for grades 1 through 6. Explore how God designed the earth to support life from our atmosphere to our oceans. Hands-on activities keep everyone interested in learning about geology, weather, and space.
Return again and again to Promise, Texas, in the third book in this classic romance series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Who’s the father of Caroline’s child? Everyone in Promise wants to know, but no one’s ever asked—or ever will. Little Maggie is five now, and Caroline Daniels has kept her silence all these years. It doesn’t change how the people in this Texas Hill Country community feel about Caroline. They’re protective of her and Maggie; they care. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who’s beginning to realize he cares even more than most… Originally published in 1998
Reveal the wonder of God's creation to your child through the study of plants, animals, and the human body. This fun and easy-to-use curriculum for grades 1-6 is ideal for anyone who wants to teach life science from a biblical, young-earth point of view.
Your child will delight in learning about the many kinds of energy that power our lives. From fossil fuels to nuclear power plants, you will see how God provided for our energy needs. Your child will enjoy experimenting with magnets and mirrors, light bulbs, and lenses, as he/she studies the wonders of electricity, magnetism, light, and sound.
Leverage Visual InterDev's powerful collection of team-based RAD development tools and start implementing today's hottest Web technologies on your site. Visual InterDev 6 Bible guides you through the entire Web development cycle -- from mapping out your site to adding Dynamic HTML, ASP, Cascading Style Sheets, graphics, animation, and more. Loaded with expert advice, tips, tutorials, and examples, Visual InterDev 6 Bible is the perfect InterDev reference book. The bonus CD-ROM features source code for all the examples in the book, an electronic version of Visual InterDev 6 Bible, a sample database, and a copy of Adobe Acrobat 3.01.
Return again and again to Promise, Texas, in the third book in this classic romance series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Who’s the father of Caroline’s child? Everyone in Promise wants to know, but no one’s ever asked—or ever will. Little Maggie is five now, and Caroline Daniels has kept her silence all these years. It doesn’t change how the people in this Texas Hill Country community feel about Caroline. They’re protective of her and Maggie; they care. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who’s beginning to realize he cares even more than most… Originally published in 1998
Welcome to the town of Promise, deep in the heart of Texas! Promise, a ranching community in the Hill Country, is a place with a mysterious past and a secret or two hidden under its everyday exterior. It's also a place where family and friendship are the things that really matter…. CAROLINE'S CHILD Who's the father of Caroline's child? Everyone in town wants to know, but no one's ever asked—or ever will. The people of Promise are protective of Caroline Daniels and five-year-old Maggie. They care. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who's beginning to realize he more than cares…. DR. TEXAS They call her Dr. Texas. She's Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California who's working at the Promise clinic—but just for a couple of years. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he's not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he's trying to forget!
Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber as she visits the Heart of Texas! Welcome to Promise, Texas. It's a ranching town in the Texas hill country—'and it's a place with a mysterious past. But Promise has a heart of goodness, and everyone here knows what really matters in life. Love, family, community… Now meet the people of Promise. Savannah Weston is an old-fashioned kind of woman, quietly content to stay on the family ranch with her brother Grady. Until she meets a disenchanted cowboy named Laredo Smith. Lonesome Cowboy Ellie Frasier is still mourning her father and needs her friends. But now her relationship with one of those friends, rancher Glen Patterson, seems to be changing, turning into something else… Texas Two-Step Who's the father of Caroline Daniels's child? Everyone in Promise wants to know, but no one's ever asked—or ever will. The people here care about her. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who's beginning to realize he more than cares. Caroline's Child The Heart of Texas. There's no place like it!
In "Lonesome Cowboy, " Savannah Weston pursues disenchanted cowboy Laredo Smith; and in "Texas Two-Step, " Ellie Frasier leans heavily on her friends for support, until her relationship with rancher Glen Patterson deepens into love.
Welcome to Promise, a small town in the heart of Texas where the neighbors are friendly and you might just find love. Caroline’s Child Everyone in town is curious, but no one’s ever asked who the father of Caroline Daniels’s child is—and they never will. The people of this tight community are protective of her and little five-year-old Maggie. They care. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who’s beginning to realize he cares even more than most… Dr. Texas They call her Dr. Texas. Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California, will be working at the Promise clinic—but just for a couple years before heading home. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he’s not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he’s trying to forget.
Return to Promise, Texas, a ranching community deep in the Hill Country, in book 4 of this classic series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. They call her Dr. Texas. She’s Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California who’s working at the Promise clinic but just for a couple of years. Then she’ll head home. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he’s not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he’s trying to forget. Yes, there’s a mystery or two hidden beneath Promise’s everyday exterior, but what town doesn’t have its secrets? Originally published in 1998
Austria is a country known for its varied history and beautiful scenery. Popular figures from the country include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Von Trapp family, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. In this engaging book, readers learn about Austrias past, its present, and the ways in which it is working toward the future. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World® series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.
Welcome to the town of Promise, deep in the heart of Texas! Promise, a ranching community in the Hill Country, is a place with a mysterious past and more than its share of secrets. It's also a place where family and friendship matter…. TEXAS TWO-STEP After her father's death, Ellie Frasier takes over the feed store in Promise. Still in mourning, she relies on her friends for comfort. But now her long-standing relationship with one of those friends, rancher Glen Patterson, seems to be turning into something else…. Look for more heartwarming titles from New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, available now from Harlequin MIRA!
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