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From before the dawn of the 20th century until the arrival of the New Deal, one of the most protracted and deadly labor struggles in American history was waged in West Virginia. On one side were power

Provides instructions for making gingerbread houses from graham crackers, cookies, and other prepared foods and decorating them with icing and candy for Christmas and other holidays and as buildings f

Fairies present such opposite concepts as big and small, few and many, and inside and outside.

Gives directions to cut and decorate square and round cakes into three-dimensional holiday characters including Red-Nosed Reindeer and a penguin and symbols like Santa's hat and a candy cane.

A book that explores the delicacy and critical importance of getting history right, and teaching it in an age-appropriate way in the classroom, every time.Hot Button: Teaching Sensitive Social Studies Content explores the difficulty, delicacy, and ethical obligations of teaching accurate history to all students. It names and explores the issues with being the ‘tip of the spear’ in the classroom?after a long line of generally bureaucratic and political decisions are made and how to apply appropriate logic and decision making into what constitutes your scope and sequence and lesson plans as a social studies teacher. It features contributions from Alysha Butler, Kelly Reichardt, Gerardo Muñoz, Chris Dier, and accomplished author Bart King.

Jacksier, an editor and writer for design and living magazines, describes the interior characteristics of coastal cottages and showcases 13 dwellings, including cottages, bungalows, and a boathouse, t

Witynski and Carr are owners of an interior design firm and gallery specializing in Mexican furniture, old architectural elements, contemporary art, and decorative accents, and have collaborated with

Teach the concepts of opposites and friendship in a colorful way.Paula Vásquez’s charming illustrations of best friends, Bird and Alligator, help teach opposite concepts of up and down, little and big

Travel writer and Monterey resident Stuart Thornton offers his firsthand experience and advice on Monterey, Carmel, and beyond, from Old Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row to the nearby areas of Pacifi

Includes blender recipes for dips and spreads, soups, breakfasts, dinners, desserts, sauces and dressings and smoothies and shakes, in a book that includes such recipes as Almond Feta Cheese Spread, B

Ruoff (art teacher and writer) and artist-designer Michael Watson present ideas and elements of style for every aspect of the home: walls, floors, windows, furnishings, and accessories. They include s

Quick and easy solutions for breakfast, lunch, and dinnerNew followers of a plant-based diet are often overwhelmed with the ingredients, recipes, and choices of a vegan lifestyle. And, they often miss

Outdoors enthusiasts and Portland residents Judy Jewell and W. C. McRae offer unique insight into Oregon's many offerings, from its lush forests and deep river canyons to its award-winning wines and f

This full-color guide includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps to help with trip planning.Sea lions and iguanas sunbathe side by side, penguins and turtles swim together offshore, and giant tortoi

This full-color guide to Cancun and Cozumel includes vibrant photos and maps to help with trip planning.Experienced Mexico travelers Gary Chandler and Liza Prado know the best way to travel Cancun and

Freelance writer and editor Carter G. Walker introduces you to the best of Montana and Wyoming, from the towering pines of Montana's Glacier Country to the art scene and high style of Jackson Hole and

Bust out your boots and hat and saddle up your pony for this Western doodle adventure. Cowboys and cowgirls of all kinds will enjoy doodling about rodeos, outlaws, ranch work, tall-tale heroes, and li

An up-close look at the beautiful, yet fierce wolves of the greater Yellowstone area and their fight for survival.In Wolves: Western Warriors, the life of the powerful and majestic North American wolf, often considered to be vermin and dangerous, is presented, showing the struggle they have to simply survive in the wild and in a world where many people don’t appreciate wolves and often set out to exterminate them. Argyle explores their behavior, their family dynamics, and what it means to be a wolf in the wilderness of the greater Yellowstone area through her stunning photography. She includes information about the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone and the ongoing struggle with keeping wolves listed as endangered species, while also offering her personal observations about the Wapiti Lake pack, among others, and several notable individual wolves. The strikingly beautiful images and the information and stories woven throughout the pages of the book showcase this frequently misunde

North Bay farmers and ranchers share their favorite recipes. Fresh recipes and stories from Marin County's farmers and ranchers

Contains information about spy and espionage history, tactics, and techniques, such as encoding secret messages and using technology to discover enemy secrets.

Describes various species of sharks, discusses their physical characteristics and behavior, and examines the threats they face from commercial fishing and pollution.

A timely book that explores the critical need for social studies to be equally taught in American public schools. Provides a call to action for all that understand the need to build an active and informed citizenry through more effective social studies education.We have missed part of the equation for effective education. STEM became STEAM, but we forgot social studies and the importance of the skills and content it teaches. Ensuring a Better Future: Why Social Studies Matters explores the sacrifice of both many students’ inherent skills/interests and an effectively informed and effective citizenry through prioritized Social Studies education in public schools. This book seeks to accelerate the pendulum swing away from strict STEAM education that the author and Jared feel is starting. It names and explores the issues of equitable funding and curriculum focus delinquency, the historical story about the swing away from social studies education, and how to energize our country in support

Get your blankie and snuggle up for a bedtime story of fun animal rhymes and colorful lift-the-flap illustrations with 10 charming ways of saying sweet dreams as you tuck in your little one for the night.Multiple studies have shown the value of bedtime reading with your child. Nightly stories help to strengthen memory and concentration, promote command of language, boost imagination, expand horizons, teach morals and ethics, foster parent-child bonding, and ensure that children feel loved. What better way to say “I love you” than a cozy lap, a hug, and a story just as you whisper goodnight to your toddler? This lift-the-flap book will engage children with the sweet illustrations and animal rhymes that might just become a part of your nightly bedtime conversation.“Times a tickin’, little chicken” so “grab your pillow, armadillo” and “let’s snuggle, baby puggle” until its time for “lights out, tired trout.” “Rest snug, lady bug” and “all my love, turtle dove.”

Thirty-one mindful quotes paired with watercolor, gouache, and ink illustrations.Thirty-one mindful quotations paired with watercolor, gouache, and ink illustrations.Embrace mindfulness and meditation

A collection of essays detailing the necessary foci to build an effective classroom and school culture for students and teachers to succeed.CulturED: Pathways for Meaningful School Change discusses the primacy of effective school culture to effective teaching and learning. This book explores the shared experience of 6 authors that were teachers, department heads, and administrators as they build and maintained a school with their explicit decision to focus on culture first. Each author and essay provide focus on a critical topic which the group found to be essential to effectively running the school. Features contributions from Lyssa Bevan; Claire Wolters; Liz Wallace, M. Ed.; Nick Kiriazis, M.S. Ed.; Kevin Wasden, M. Ed.; and Jared L. Taylor, M. Ed.

Introduce your baby to the shore, and the plants and animals that live there. Prepare your littlest family member for their first trip to the beach with Little Observers: On the Beach board book. What kind of animals might they see? What will they hear? What can they find in the sand? The final pages contain images that have been hidden throughout the book, such as seaweed, crab, and driftwood--how many of these can you spot?Clare Beaton studied graphics and illustration at art college and is an illustrator for children's programs at the BBC. She illustrates and writes activity books for children, quite often focusing on nature and the ocean. She lives in North London, England.

Brinkerhoff (commercial and fine art photographer and professor of photography, Brigham Young U.) and A. Dudley Gardner (historical archaeologist, Western Wyoming Community College) provide a visually

Contemporary Cottages updates beach and mountain cottages with fresh, modern appointments, magical entryways, updated and repurposed rooms, open ceilings, custom floor plans and unique lighting—all wi

Features designs for simple airplanes made with origami paper and folds, and presents game ideas that test the speed, distance, and accuracy of a paper airplane launch.

Presents tips and inspiration for designing rustic wedding decorations, providing an alternative to traditional ballroom weddings and suggesting such non-traditional locations as country farms and bac

A dazzling photographic journey, Casa Yucatan focuses on architectural elements, water spaces, and open-air living in houses both colonial and contemporary, including haciendas and coastal retreats.

A sophisticated blend of ambience and attitude.From cobblestones to churches, row houses, fishing boats, and tree-lined streets, Brooklyn boasts enriching public spaces and diversely beautiful landsc

Learn about autumn leaves through a lyrical tale with illustrations and activitiesWith beautiful illustrations and a lyrical narrative, Virginia Snow takes children on a fun and educational adventure.

Presents a photographic look at how the American flag has been used and depicted in art, fashion, and home decor and is represented in pieces of authentic Americana.

From vegetable and succulent gardens to sculpture and rose gardens to mountain and waterfront gardens, New Garden Design covers a range of interpretations incorporating walls, fountains, pavilions, c

Interior designer and author Philips provides overview text and captions for the photos depicting her selection of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms showcasing exemplary design. She draw

Describes the aesthetics of the Arts and Crafts Movement, presents examples of the architecture and furnishings it produced, and offers suggestions on the period details--including furniture, accessor

Detailing the history of the state and examining current political and economic changes, this work integrates material on the early explorers, immigrants, pioneers, native populations, and modern citi

South Dakota resident Laural A. Bidwell offers her firsthand experience and advice on Mount Rushmore and the Black Hillsincluding the Southern Hills, the Badlands, and Keystone. Bidwell provides uniqu

This fable of two trees beautifully chronicles a daughter's journey to adulthood and the everchanging, complex, and powerfully loving relationship between a mother and daughter. A celebration of the