Through firsthand accounts of classroom practices, this new book ties 130 years of progressive education to social justice work. Based on their commitments to the principle of the equal moral worth of all people, progressive teachers have challenged the obstacles of schooling that prevent some people from participating as full partners in social life in and out of the classroom and have constructed classroom and social arrangements that enable all to participate as peers in the decisions t...

“Reading Wide Awake should be required reading for all educators working to implement the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), the greatest opportunity for promoting a real thinking curriculum that I have seen in my 30 years as an educator. I was not only tremendously impressed with this book; I was inspired by it.” —From the Foreword by Jeffrey D. Wilhelm, Boise State University; Director of the Boise State Writing Project, author of &ldq...

This book provides high-quality images along with concise descriptions of the various malformations and neurodevelopmental disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). It serves as a useful guide for pathologists and trainees who do not necessarily have abundant experience in diagnosing CNS malformations and therefore may need an easy-to-understand reference. This atlas shares complex neuropathological findings noted in the vast number of CNS malformations that the authors have encounter...

True Crime from the 1960s: 13 Shocking Serial Killers, Murders & Unsolved CasesWhen the Summer of Love Met the Winter of EvilBehind the flower power and rock 'n' roll facade of the 1960s lurked some of the most disturbing serial killers, brutal murders, and chilling criminal cases in modern history. This true crime book exposes 13 authentic criminal investigations that terrorized nations and haunted detectives for decades.Real Crimes. Real Victims. ...

Finally make sense of email metrics and use them to drive real results.Are your email campaigns working… or are you just guessing?Most marketers obsess over open rates and clicks but fail to connect the dots to actual business growth. The truth is, the numbers in your dashboard aren’t just data points; they’re the story of your marketing success or failure.This book is your fast-track guide to mastering the only email metrics that really matter. In ...

Marvin Hoeff never thought he was a selfish bastard. Unfortunately for him, the universe begs to differ.After surveying the grim aftermath of tenant Colette Finch’s death, all petty, miserly landlord Marvin Hoeff wants is his evening takeout and a long, hot shower. The problem is, something has followed him home… something sopping wet, sharp-tongued, and absolutely furious with him.Before he can say “lease violation,” Marvin finds himself the newest guinea ...

War has broken out. After narrowly escaping an assassination attempt, Nil and Volant are locked into political upheaval and change the likes of which Balteris has never seen. Their allies are dwindling, and there seems to be no hope in sight. Their homes, families, and friends' fate depends on the actions they take and the choices they will make.

From Technical Gatekeeper to Strategic Architect: The Definitive Roadmap for the Modern CISOCybersecurity is no longer a technical challenge—it is a foundational business imperative.For decades, the CISO was the "Department of No"—a necessary friction tasked with building higher walls. But in a volatile economy, walls are obsolete. The modern enterprise stands at a critical inflection point: Evolve into a Strategic Steward of Trust, or risk...

Two friends. A few airships. One shadowy group. A phenomenal ride through a new world rich in action and adventure.In a land of elemental magic and Learner Skill, a gripping tale of two friends who narrowly avoid death while attending the school under the mountain takes place. As both are forced to flee before finishing their studies, they must unravel and attempt to thwart a plot to plunge their homeland into war after ages of peace.Balteris is an enormous peninsula with a...

Buried secrets. Ancient evil. One grave that should never be disturbed.When Todd's younger brother, Paul, shared a local legend about a dwarf buried in the forest, Todd dismissed it as attention-seeking until his friends showed up at midnight with shovels and greed in their eyes. Pressured by the promise of a valuable baseball card and the fear of looking weak, Todd joins the grave-robbing expedition that will destroy everything he knows. As the group ventures deeper into the woods...

History rarely changes everywhere at once. In 1521, it did.Across continents, events unfolded that appeared local and unconnected. They were not coordinated and had no awareness of one another. Taken together, they marked a structural shift in the course of world history.This concise, wide-ranging history presents a global portrait of the year when separation gave way to entanglement.Within a single year:

Gentle Fitness for Body and Mind offers a calm and mindful approach to improving physical health, reducing stress, and reconnecting with your body. Through soothing guidance, listeners are invited to slow down, notice their breath, release tension, and explore simple movements that support balance, flexibility, and relaxation.Rather than focusing on intense workouts or strict routines, this audiobook encourages a sustainable path to wellness built on aware...