Giving Evidence

Veterinarians often come into contact with the law in cases of animal cruelty, domestic animal and wildlife crimes, and human crimes with an animal element. This book provides practical information and training on how to operate within a crime scene and the tests that may need to be performed, including collecting evidence, preparing reports and giving evidence in court as an expert witness.The book concentrates on the basic principles and background knowledge needed, including hair, DNA, blood and bite mark analysis as well as an overview of firearms injury. It explores wider concepts such as the human-animal bond and one health, going on to give practical guidance and numerous case studies which bring the book to life and into the real world of the busy crime scene.

The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones cope with everyday experiences in their lives. In No More Dummies, two adorable toddlers learn all about ditching the dummy and learning to find comfort through fun and play!Follow the ups and downs of their journey, brought to life with fun flaps and mechanisms. Each page has really helpful tips for parents and carers that are endorsed by The Good Toy Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With delightful illustrations from Marie Kyprianou, No More Dummies is a brilliant way to support the process of giving up the dummy in a fun and relatable way.

If you think of science as a puzzle, you’ll see that data is a key to unlocking it. Exemplary Evidence: Scientists and Their Data touches on the world’s many riddles—from how we see to what’s at the b

Written to provide clinicians, educators, researchers, and students in rehabilitation with a comprehensive overview of the theory, practice, and evidence base of goal setting, this first-of-its-kind r

Loved by millions of children, these classic peekaboo books are now gathered together in a boxed set that's ideal for gift giving—and for giving story time an extra dose of fun! Showcasing animals, ve

Celebrate the magic of the season with Our Little Adventure at Christmas, a heartwarming Christmas board book for babies and toddlers from author and illustrator Tabitha PaigeWhen a little badger’s Christmas tree is ruined by a storm, his woodland friends show him the true meaning of the holidays: kindness, friendship, and helping one another.With simple text, cozy illustrations, and sturdy pages, this sweet story is perfect for sharing the spirit of Christmas with little ones.Why families love it:A heartwarming holiday story about giving, teamwork, and holiday joyBuilt for little hands — a durable board book with rounded cornersGreat for early learning with clear visuals and toddler-friendly languageA keepsake gift for baby’s first ChristmasAdd this special Christmas board book to your holiday traditions—and create memories that last a lifetime.

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Now in its second edition, Forensic DNA Evidence Interpretation is the most comprehensive resource for DNA casework available today. Written by leaders in the fields of biology and statistics, including a contribution from Peter Gill, the father of DNA analysis, the book emphasizes the interpretation of test results and provides the necessary formulae in an easily accessible manner. This latest edition is fully updated and includes current and emerging techniques in this fast-moving field. The book begins by reviewing all pertinent biology, and then provides information on every aspect of DNA analysis. This includes modern interpretation methods and contemporary population genetic models available for estimating DNA frequencies or likelihood ratios. Following a chapter on procedures for validating databases, the text presents overviews and performance assessments of both modern sampling uncertainty methods and current paternity testing techniques, including new guidelines on paternity

Little Bear, Little Monkey, and their friends love to use a pacifier. But sometimes it gets in the way when they play, talk, or go outside. In this reassuring book, the grown-ups show them that giving

Perfect for the gift-giving season, beloved and New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr explores the many ways to be joyful when holidays and celebrations occur.Lighting candles is joyful.Playing

This Step 2 BIOGRAPHY READER marks the 200th birthday of this bold suffragette and the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment, giving women the right to vote.“It’s not fair.” Susan B.

Co-written with psychologists and a college student who has experienced anxiety herself, this is a relatable and straightforward guide to managing worry in emerging adulthood. As well as providing tried-and-tested advice and exercises that are proven to reduce feelings of anxiety, it includes recovery stories from people who have managed their symptoms successfully. It begins with what is difficult and challenging about young adulthood and how you can deal with uncertainty in life.It goes on to examine change and challenges, giving tips about what can help in specific scenarios such as exams, relationships, leaving home and interviews. The guide also includes strategies and techniques for coping with panic attacks; self-care; and calming your mind. The guide uses a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, Compassion Focused Approaches and Mindfulness so you can work out the techniques that are best for you.The signposting included throughout guides young adults towards f

From the New York Times best-selling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck comes a new unorthodox self-help book. 2 million first printing.

Meet Harriet, a lovable monster who is just sick at the thought of giving a report in front of her class! Her heart pounds, her chest gets tight, and her stomach twists in painful knots. She can't eve

I Am is a wonderful introduction to emotions and feelings for the very young, helping little ones to visualize situations and giving them words to express themselves.

“With this decades-spanning collection, Mang Ke is now visible to a general western audience, giving us a more complete picture of Chinese poetry during and since the Cultural Revolution. Mang Ke’s po

The multiple award-winning and bestselling Jon Klassen presents the final tale in his acclaimed and bestselling hat trilogy, giving his deadpan finale a surprising new twist... Hold on to your hats! F

This updated DK classic includes sixteen colorful flashcards with tactile elements that are perfect for giving toddlers a head start in developing early language skills.Each 17-card pack contains 16 t

For over 30 years the original Ghostbusters movie has been giving fans of all ages laugh-out-loud thrills and chills. Now, for the first time ever, boys and girls ages 3 to 7 can enjoy the classic Gho

Although their enemies are powerful, their allies few, Spencer and his team of Rebels are not giving up! But what chance do a handful of kids and one rescued janitor have against the combined evil of

Lumphy, StingRay, and Plastic—the toys from the beloved chapter books Toys Go Out,Toy Dance Party, and Toys Come Home—are back in a glorious full-color picture book, perfect for gift-giving this holid

Introduces the life and work of the twentieth-century Spanish surrealist painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

Real kids make a real difference in their communities in this vibrantly photographed chronicle by George Ancona.George Ancona celebrates the joy of kids giving back. In one after-school program, middl

Perfect for holiday gift-giving, this Hugs Book features Dora and all her friends in a story full of warmth and the spirit of giving.Help Dora say "Feliz Navidad!" to all her friends in the adorable b

A short introduction to King Lear by Shakespearean author and actor Ben Crystal giving insights before during and after you see or study the play

Kindness needs no words in this soaring tale that is ideal for gift-giving. When a little boy’s prized toy airplane lands on a rooftop, he makes several rescue attempts before devising an unexpected s

C++ Programming in Easy Steps instructs you how to program in the powerful C++ language, giving complete examples that illustrate each aspect. C++ Programming in Easy Steps begins by explaining how

Evidence-based practice has become a mantra for the public services. Students of social work need to understand the contribution of research, as part of this evidence base, to effective practice. This

Helping students make quick, visible improvements and gain confidence, this course follows a step-by-step approach to making speeches and giving presentations.Key benefits include:*a clear six-step ap

This selection of lapidary nuggets drawn from 33 of antiquity’s major authors includes poetry, dialogue, philosophical writing, history, descriptive reporting, satire, and fiction—giving a glimpse at

Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series—the Magic Tree House! It's a time for giving thanks . . . when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Ann

Mother and child ponder the different ways a dinosaur can say goodnight, from slamming his tail and pouting to giving a big hug and kiss. Featuring ten sleepy dinosaurs, this adorable picture book fr

The multiple award-winning and bestselling Jon Klassen presents the final tale in his acclaimed and bestselling hat trilogy, giving his deadpan finale a surprising new twist... Hold on to your hats! F

Help your students develop the skills to succeed in Cambridge IGCSE™ Literature in English. The Student’s Book provides an ideal companion to the Cambridge IGCSE™ (9–1) and O Level Literature in English syllabuses (0475, 0992, 2010) for examination from 2028, giving students the tools to explore set texts and analyse unseen texts with confidence.

A playful and chaotic riot of animal naughtiness from picture book master Jeanne Willis. Nigel’s done a naughty thing, and he’s giving it some thought in a quiet spot. But it gets hard to focus as he quickly becomes surrounded by wild, animal naughtiness! Mole has been ruining the lawns, Bull’s been charging around with his horns .. . even Daddy admits it’s hard to be perfect all the time! But can you guess what naughty thing Nigel has done?Each scene gets wilder and wilder as the chaos builds, and Paddy Donnelly's brilliantly engaging pictures provide so much whacky detail to spot.

Selected by the Telegraph as one of the best new children's books in January 2026."exuberantly charming" - The GuardianBodger, Billy and Betty are VERY good dogs. They like doing good deeds and are always on the lookout for ways to help people. Unfortunately, things don't always go to plan…From flying socks to runaway shopping, chaos follows them wherever they go. But when a little girl's kitten gets into trouble, the good deed dogs are determined to save the day.A heartwarming picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Emma Chichester Clark, celebrating the power of kindness, friendship and never giving up.

Help this little reindeer get ready for Christmas by stroking its velvety ears better after a prickly encounter with some holly, rubbing its cold nose warm in the snow, and giving it an encouraging pat on its soft, furry back when it's ready to pull Santa's sleigh! With kind words and gentle strokes, you can help the reindeer enjoy the magical big day. Encouraging empathy for little children and babies, this book is to enjoy especially around Christmas time.