The book takes the reader behind the scenes into the inner workings of the rodeo world. Someone is blazing a trail of terror over the July Fourth weekend, better known as Cowboy Christmas. Brock Aston, owner of a private elite investigation agency, is hired to go undercover and find this madman and stop this as soon as possible. As he travels down the Rodeos Road with the contestants, he finds himself falling in love with his employee and undercover partner.
Negative words and actions are powerful tools used to discriminate against underprivileged populations. Most people see social injustices like classism and want to speak out against them, but they may not know how to begin. In this book, readers will learn not only how to spot classism, but also how to stand up for themselves and others in effective ways. This book contains tools on dealing with the issues surrounding social class, particularly by debunking the top ten myths that perpetuate classism to a list of questions that readers can ask a professional if they feel they have witnessed discrimination.
Most people use a gas-powered vehicle of some kind on a daily basis. But what would happen if we were to run out of gas? This book evaluates a situation quickly coming to the forefront of our cultural consciousness. Through expert analysis, informational text, and seminal public documents, the problem is assessed and evaluated in a manner that makes readers understand the urgency of the situation. Take Action boxes provide suggestions on what teens can do to help.
When a girl and her grandfather put their hearts into sprucing up an old bike by hand, neighborhood kids are less than kind in this tender story about bullying, peer pressure, and feeling the freedom to express yourself. Needing something to fill up her summer days, Joy seeks out her granddad, who also likes to tinker, for something to do. Together they find the perfect project: sprucing up an old bike for Joy. From hardware stores to garage sales, the two find everything they need to transform this bike, little by little, into something that’s truly one of a kind. Ornamented with sparkles, a basket, and a brand-new bell, the bike is finally ready for Joy to ride it all over the neighborhood, filling the air with her own kind of music that exudes JOY. But when a few kids take notice of Joy’s bike, and not in a good way, Joy makes an impulsive decision that ruins the dazzling bike she and Granddad worked so hard on. Joy realizes quickly, however, that trying to fit in can be boring, and it doesn’t make her feel JOY. Just maybe, with a heartfelt apology and Granddad’s help, she can get back on track to being true to herself. This touching story, told by Sherri Duskey Rinker and Ana Ramírez González, addresses the moments of uncertainty when trying to fit in with the crowd, and exclaims the joyful exuberance of self-expression.
The Gothic began as a designation for barbarian tribes, was associated with the cathedrals of the High Middle Ages, was used to describe a marginalized literature in the late eighteenth century, and continues today in a variety of forms (literature, film, graphic novel, video games, and other narrative and artistic forms). Unlike other recent books in the field that focus on certain aspects of the Gothic, this work directs researchers to seminal and significant resources on all of its aspects. Annotations will help researchers determine what materials best suit their needs. A Research Guide to Gothic Literature in English covers Gothic cultural artifacts such as literature, film, graphic novels, and videogames. This authoritative guide equips researchers with valuable recent information about noteworthy resources that they can use to study the Gothic effectively and thoroughly.
Developed specifically for surgical technologists, Alexander's Surgical Procedures provides proven, step-by-step coverage of essential surgical procedures from one of the most trusted sources in surgical technology. Building on the renowned content of Alexander's Care of the Surgical Patient, 14th Edition, respected authorities Jane Rothrock and Sherri Alexander (AST president 2007 - 2011) guide you through the pre-op set up, procedure pathology/steps, and post-op considerations for all required procedures. This approachable, easy-to-use resource complements the fundamental coverage in your other surgical technology textbooks, and detailed procedure videos on a companion Evolve website help you ensure success from the classroom to the OR. - Content adapted from Alexander's Care of the Surgical Patient, 14th Edition provides comprehensive procedural coverage optimized for your specific needs as a surgical technologist. - Surgical Technologist Considerations boxes detail practical strategies for applying chapter content to specialty procedures. - Complete pre-op set up, draping, and other instructions for each procedure equip you to confidently perform all of the duties of surgical technologist in the OR setting. - Chapter Outlines, Learning Objectives, and Chapter Summaries help you study chapter content more effectively. - Review questions in the text and case studies on Evolve reinforce key concepts and encourage critical thinking. - More than 700 full-color illustrations clarify surgical anatomy, instrumentation, procedures, and methods. - Surgical Pharmacology tables provide quick, convenient access to generic/trade names, purpose/description, and pharmacokinetics for drugs most commonly associated with each specific surgical procedure. - Cutting-edge content reflects the latest interventions and patient care techniques in surgical practice. - Geriatric Consideration boxes help you manage surgical challenges unique to geriatric patients. - Patient Safety boxes alert you to recent Joint Commission safety initiatives to ensure safe performance of key tasks. - History boxes present chapter content in a broader context to enhance your understanding and retention. - Ambulatory Surgical Considerations boxes highlight important changes to patient care within appropriate procedures. - Risk Reduction Strategies boxes provide specific steps you can take to improve patient safety.
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