The silk roads: the extraordinary history that created your world

Set your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world. Peter Frankopan explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart – the journey along the Silk Roads. From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the…

How a ghastly story was brought to light by a common or garden butcher's dog

Sparkling miniature German fables, sketches and tall tales - including Kafka's favourite story.

How everything works

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9780241509234

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000 FRA h

Talk with teens about what matters to them: ready-to-use discussions on stres…

The guided discussions in this book are proven ways to reach out to young people and address their social and emotional needs. Teens gain self-awareness and self-esteem, practice problem solving and goal setting, feel more in control of their lives, and learn that they have much in common with one another—they are not alone. Background materials help group leaders feel prepared and secure in …

Activities for building character and social-emotional learning grades 6–8

Build attitudes of respect and caring, reduce problem behaviors, empower students to solve problems, and educate the whole child with this flexible, user-friendly activity guide. The lessons' literature-based connections allow teachers to "build in" rather than "add on" social-emotional learning (SEL) throughout the day

What teens need to succeed: proven, practical ways to shape your own future

Some teens lead healthy, productive, positive lives. Others are troubled, self-destructive, and negative about themselves and the future. What makes the difference? The presence of specific assets in their lives—not financial assets, but Developmental Assets™ including family support, self-esteem, a caring school climate, adult role models, structured time, and positive peer influence. It's…

The wild robot

When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. Why is she there? Where did she come from? And, most important, how will she survive in her harsh surroundings? Roz's only hope is to learn from the island's hostile animal inhabitants. When she tries to care for an orphaned gosling, the other animals finally decide to help, and the is…

Wonderful earth

A science picture-book about different landscapes and environments

Business for Cambridge international AS & A level (coursebook)

This series supports teachers and students of Cambridge International AS & A Level Business (9609) for examination from 2023. This coursebook with digital accesss helps learners develop an understanding of business, and business related concepts, so they can progress through the Cambridge International syllabus with confidence. New features for the fourth edition include 'Business in Context' a…

Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise

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9781492571407

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387 p. ; ill. ; 29 cm

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