Presents cutting-edge, evidence-based interventions for dealing with specific difficulties of reading comprehension in children aged 7-11. An in-depth introduction to the \'poor comprehender profile\', which describes children who despite being fluent readers have difficulty extracting meaning from text. Sets out a range of practical interventions for improving reading skills in this group - along

Fifth Carcanet collection from one of the notable Scottish poets of his generation and current Chair of The Edwin Morgan

Sponsored by the Department of Classics of Harvard University, a revised edition of the late Professor Smyth\'s A Greek Grammar for Colleges is now available. All necessary corrections have been made, and the book retains the form which has long made it the most complete and valuable work of its kind. In this descriptive grammar the author offers a treatment of Greek syntax which is exceptionally rich

Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar Workbook is an innovative book of exercises and language tasks for all learners of Brazilian Portuguese, ideal for use alongside the Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar or as an independent resource. The book is divided into two sections. Part A provides exercises based on essential grammatical structures whilst Part B practises everyday functions, including making

The S.M.A.R.T. Squad is back to tackle more middle school mayhem with science, technology, engineering, math, and friendship!In this third book in the S.M.A.R.T. Squad series, best friends Izzy Newton, Allie Einstein, Marie Curie, Charlie Darwin, and Gina Carver set out on a mystery-filled outdoor adventure. Now that Izzy\'s finally found her voice in public speaking class and become an ice hockey

A gripping, beautifully written and taboo-busting debut novel about motherhood and female identity, for readers of Anna Hope\'s EXPECTATION and Sheila Heti\'s

Athletes Who Rock! shares the inspiring backstories of 15 individuals who have achieved the near-impossible: success in the ultra-competitive worlds of pro sports and music. Although their lives are a dream for many, few have understood what it takes to break through in both fields.Enhanced by dozens of intimate photos, this dynamic collection of in-depth interviews provides accounts from star talents

What can concerned parents and carers do to ensure their children, of all ages, develop great learning habits which will help them achieve their maximum at school and in life? This is probably one of the most important questions any parent can ask and now John Hattie, one of the most respected and renowned Education researchers in the world draws on his globally famous Visible Learning research to

Green Energy Economies offers insight into the major drivers that are shaping a new future powered by clean energy sources. Assembling cutting-edge researchers as contributors, the book provides a comprehensive account of the shift underway, examining in detail the complexities and intricacies involved with such a transition.The book first details the promises and problems of a green energy transition.

Bub, everyone\'s favorite pug, and his human, Bella, are back in their fourth Branches chapter book Pick a book. Grow a Reader This series is part of Scholastic\'s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books

The world\'s most popular ninja comic Naruto is a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He\'s got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is completely serious about his mission to be the world\'s greatest ninja What does Sasuke\'s older brother want with Naruto? As Jiraiya trains Naruto to push beyond his limits, secrets of the past are revealed, and a mysterious shinobi who could change

For all their pride in seeing this world clearly, the thinkers and artists of the English Renaissance were also fascinated by magic and the occult. The three greatest playwrights of the period devoted major plays (The Tempest, Doctor Faustus, The Alchemist) to magic, Francis Bacon often referred to it, and it was ever-present in the visual arts. In Renaissance Magic and the Return of the Golden Age

A young airman is found brutally murdered near an Air Force base in the northern desert. Lieutenant Silva and Officer Lituma set out to investigate, hitching rides on chicken trucks and cajoling a cab driver into taking them to the crime

A picture book that is suitable parents struggling with potty training for boys aged 18+ months. It features clear, informative and fun pictures that are aimed at tackling the common anxieties that children may have about using the

Pizza is a weekly staple dinner simply because it\'s delicious, easy, and fun to personalize, no matter your food preference. The ultimate DIY guide to making pizza at home, this recipe book provides more than 100 creative topping and crust ideas from traditional favorites to new flavor combinations that are perfect for meat-lovers, vegetarians, fish fanatics, gluten-free eaters, and the kids See

Michelle Visage is not your average diva. Powerful, positive, and polished, this diva\'s not only glamorous, she\'s a savvy businesswoman with serious credentials who works her tail off. From her days vogueing in the downtown Manhattan clubs in the \'90s to her successful career in radio and her ultimate cult status as a judge on RuPaul\'s Drag Race, Michelle has achieved her dreams and then some!

Have you ever been thrust into a surprising place of leadership? Are you looking for a mentor who has had similar experiences?Ebony S. Small is a young leader with a wealth of experience in both churches and organizations. She\'s got practical and biblical wisdom to offer whether you are just starting or are looking for a fresh start in your life and leadership. Every life experience--good, bad, or

A perfect and portable way to succeed on your surgery rotation and the shelf exam Surgery: PreTest Self-Assessment & Review is a targeted way to prepare for the surgery clerkship. You\'ll find hundreds of questions that cover the content you\'ll encounter on the actual shelf exam. The range of question topics covers the clerkship\'s core competencies and each question includes high yield explanations